Braided Mile-A-Minute Afghan
The Braided Mile-A-Minute Afghan is a classic crochet design with a beautiful twist—literally. Instead of working the blanket all at once, you create long textured strips that are later braided together to form a rich, dimensional fabric. This technique makes the project feel faster and more manageable, while the final result looks intricate and impressive.
This afghan is perfect if you enjoy rhythmic rows, strong visual texture, and a construction method that’s a little different from the usual row-by-row blanket. The braiding step adds depth and movement, giving the finished piece a woven appearance that works beautifully in both traditional and modern spaces.
With a generous finished size and sturdy worsted-weight yarn, this afghan is ideal for cozy evenings, heirloom gifting, or adding a handcrafted statement to your home.
Finished Size
45″ × 64″
Materials
Worsted Weight Yarn
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Ecru – 25½ oz (720 g / 1,440 yds)
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DK Green – 14 oz (400 g / 790 yds)
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Green – 10 oz (280 g / 565 yds)
Tools
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Crochet hook: Size H (5.00 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
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Safety pins – 4
Gauge
Each panel measures approximately 4½ inches wide
14 double crochet = 4 inches
Gauge Swatch (4″ square)
Ch 16 loosely.
Row 1 (RS):
Dc in 4th ch from hook (3 skipped chs count as first dc) and in each ch across — 14 dc.
Rows 2–8:
Ch 3 (counts as first dc), turn; dc in next st and in each dc across.
Fasten off.
Stitch Guide
Decrease (uses next 5 chains):
*Yarn over, insert hook in next ch, yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from * four more times. Yarn over and draw through all 6 loops on hook.
Panel Instructions
Make 10 panels total
Each panel is made from three long strips that will later be braided together.
Strip A
With DK Green, ch 294 loosely. Place a marker in the 3rd ch from hook for stitch placement.
Row 1 (RS):
Working in the back ridges of the beginning chain, dc in 4th ch from hook (3 skipped chs count as first dc, now and throughout) and in next 2 chs.
Place a marker around the last dc to mark the right side and bottom edge.
Work 5 dc in next ch, dc in next 7 chs, decrease, dc in next 7 chs, 5 dc in next ch, dc in next 7 chs.
Repeat from * across.
Fasten off — 296 sts.
Strip B
With Green, ch 298 loosely. Place a marker in the 9th ch from hook for stitch placement.
Row 1 (RS):
Working in the back ridges of the beginning chain, dc in 4th ch from hook and in next 5 chs.
Place a marker around the last dc to mark the right side and bottom edge.
Decrease, dc in next 7 chs, 5 dc in next ch, dc in next 7 chs, decrease.
Repeat from * across to last 4 chs.
Dc in last 4 chs.
Fasten off — 292 sts.
Strip C
With Ecru, ch 289 loosely. Place a marker in the 3rd ch from hook for stitch placement.
Row 1 (RS):
Working in the back ridges of the beginning chain, dc in 4th ch from hook and in next 5 chs.
Place a marker around the last dc to mark the right side and bottom edge.
Work 5 dc in next ch, dc in next 7 chs, decrease, dc in next 7 chs.
Repeat across.
Fasten off — 287 sts.
Braiding the Panels
With right sides facing and bottom edges aligned at the same end, braid the three strips together to form one panel.
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Match the marked ends of Strip B and Strip C
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Overlap bottom edges as you braid
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Overlap top edges as the braid forms
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Secure each end with safety pins to hold the braid in place
Repeat this process until all panels are completed.
The Braided Mile-A-Minute Afghan is a wonderful blend of structure and creativity. Working long strips makes the project feel quick and satisfying, while the braiding step transforms simple stitches into a striking, textured blanket. Take your time during assembly, keep edges aligned, and enjoy watching the afghan come together into a bold, timeless crochet piece.