A classic and gorgeous afghan!

It’s the Heritage Afghan, and the crochet pattern is iconic. The Bernhard Ulmann Company published this pattern in 1966, and the design has been popular for decades. Today, thanks to the wonderful folks at Free Vintage Crochet, this timeless crochet pattern is preserved online, thus rescued from obscurity!

Click here to get the free pattern at Free Vintage Crochet

The Heritage Afghan, when completed, is generously sized, measuring 50 inches by 72 inches, making it perfect for cozying up or displaying as a decorative throw, adding vintage charm. The pattern includes both written instructions and a helpful diagram. Even if you’re a beginner, you can feel confident in tackling this project. Whether you’re new to crochet or have been crocheting for years, working on the Heritage Afghan is like taking a step back in time to enjoy a classic of crochet history, one stitch at a time!

And for even more vintage afghans and blankets check out some of our other posts:

Happy crocheting!

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