Expert: Bea Harrell - 3/21/2008

Question
how to alter the number of crochet stitches in the pattern. Trying to determine the "multiples" of a pattern. I have a "sampler" afghan where for each motif you are to cast on 24 - 28 stitches. However, if I want to make the motif as an entire afghan, how do I correctly determine the multiples of that particular pattern? Is there some type of formula I use or do I just keep trying until I get it right?

Answer
Hey, Karen!  I'm not quite clear on what you're going for. When you say "make the motif as an entire afghan" do you mean that you want to make multiples of only one particular motif for the afghan? If so, then you're not sure how many motifs to make? If the answer is yes to both questions, then is your goal to make the afghan the same size as the pattern you're using? If a slight variation in size won't matter, then all you need do is determine the number of blocks/motifs in the afghan, and make that same number of your chosen motif. You can adjust if you need to. I'd suggest making the required number of motifs for the top row across, and another row for the length, lay them out on the floor and see if you're happy with the width and length. If so you'll know exactly how many more to make!   

I hope this helps! If not, just E me again, and we'll get 'er done!

Best,  Bea