> Aquifer (n.): an underground layer of rock or earth which holds groundwater.

Even though their value isn’t always readily seen on the surface, aquifers hold precious water;

They are a source of refreshment for those who come in contact with them.

This pattern is dedicated to the people who are aquifers –

They have great depth and give freely to those who need them.

This particular blanket was designed for my sister in law,

Who is an “aquifer” in my life –

She gives freely and abundantly of her love and life to everyone around her.

This blanket is for one of a set of surprise twins she is expecting.

I hope this project refreshes and invigorates you,

Inspiring you to love and give to those in your life who need it.

MATERIALS
* Worsted weight yarn in two colors. The sample uses Lion Brand Ferris Wheel in two colors. This yarn is 100% acrylic, single ply, 270 yds (247 m) per 85 g cake. Colors used in the sample are:
“Cherry On Top (610)” (Color A) and
“Full Moon (607)” (Color B)
Color 1 (Squares): 525 yds (480 m); 2 balls
Color 2 (Zig Zag): 775 yds (708 m); 3 balls

• Crochet hook size J (6.0 mm)
• Crochet hook size G+ (4.5 mm)

TO ADJUST THE BLANKET SIZE

• To make this blanket taller, each Tunisian section requires 65 yds (60 m), and each zig zag section requires 95 yds (87 m).
• If you want to increase the width as well:
• Each Tunisian square requires approximately 5.5 yds (5 m).
• Each Zig Zag Hill (from a increase to a increase, 7 rows high) requires approximately 11 yds (10 m)

This pattern has been thoroughly tech edited and tested for clarity, functionality, and errors.

> Some makers have had trouble with the initial foundation chain being too tight; one option is to go up a hook size or two, another option is to skip directly to the chevron section, eliminating the foundational half-triangles entirely.