Crocheted American Flag Tutorial | American Flag Throw | See Description Box For A Small Edit

EDIT: At marker 1:27 I say you will have 243 stitches, I meant to say 242 (you will chain 243, skip the 1st chain & work in the 2nd chain. Making it 242 stitches across). Sorry for the inconvenience!
Supplies you will need: Size 5mm crochet hook, 10 stitch markers, 5 skeins each of red & white yarn & 2 skeins of blue. Each skein size should be 7oz & 364 yards each.
In this tudorial I will show you step by step instructions of how to crochet this 6.5ft X 4ft American flag blanket/Afghan.
The colors I used for my flag were: for blue I used "Soft navy" & for red I used "cherry red" For white yarn color make sure you don't use off white. I used a 5mm hook for both the flag and stars.
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[@toniannakey8033]

I love this. Just want to mention that when you say 243 for your longer stripes, you mean 242. if you chain 1 and start in the second chain from the hook, you get 242 stitches. Also, 104 blue stitches plus 138 stripe stitches equals 242 stitches. Great pattern and great tutorial! Thank you@

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Thank you! Thank you for pointing that out! I watch my videos before uploading them but somehow I didn't notice this one!! I will make an edit in the description box. Thanks again! 😊

[@MariaHernandez-wi2sc]

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[@violalopez2735]

Thank you FINALLY SOMEONE WHO CARES TO SHARE ❤️

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

You're very welcome! I love sharing crochet with everyone. 😊❤️

[@sallyann1953]

It’s 11:15pm in Mississippi and I want to say that I love your tutorial. I started making a flag for my daughter who has been in the Air Force for close to 11 years and I’m real excited because the pattern is beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing your pattern. I also have a son in the navy for about 12 years and he will get one too. I will be so happy to give the flags to them. Your pattern is so easy to follow which makes me so happy because I love to crochet. God bless you and thank you so much.❤

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Thank you so much! I'm so glad you like it & think it's easy to follow. That was what I was wanting with this video. Bless your son & daughter for their service! They will love the flags.❤️💕

[@sallyann1953]

❤

[@JoJo-uq2vo]

These would make great gifts to veteran hospitals or nursing home vets!

[@rebeccaboothe4825]

This is exactly what I was looking for. I want to do this for my VFW auxiliary group as a fundraiser. Thank you so much ❣️

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Your welcome! That is such a nice thing to do! I'm glad you found it. 😊

[@beverlywilliams7278]

I absolutely love this!!

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Thank you! 😊

[@cassandragraham4419]

Thank you so much for this video. I have been searching for a pattern to make this and you nailed it. I like to make things for homeless veterans and I will be making these. Truly appreciated

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Thank you! I'm sure they will appreciate them, that is so sweet of you!

[@tleeshoe50]

I am working on my flag . love your videos. It has helped so much! Will send a pic in a few weeks when finished! Your video makes this so easy !

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Thank you! I'm so glad the video helps you! I'd love to see a picture when your done. I don't know if you can post it in the comments here but you can email it to me at [e-mail]

[@sweetpickle57]

Very nice tutorial. Very easy to understand, thank you for sharing. I've been looking for a USA flag for awhile and this looks like something I can do. ❤❤🤍🤍💙💙

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Thank you so much! I wanted to make a video that was easy to follow. 😊

[@rebeccaboothe4825]

I've finished the flag it's self. It wasn't bad. A little over 2 weeks. Now the ⭐ which I did a few. Not hard at all. Thank you so much ❤️. As soon as I figure out how to send you a picture I will.👍😀

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

That is great! I'm glad you didn't have any trouble with it. I'd love too see a picture! You can either email me a picture @ ([e-mail]) or message me on Intagram @ cherishedmemoriescrochet. For some reason you can't post a photo in the comments here. 😢

[@rebeccaboothe4825]

Okay I have finished my 50 stars and hopefully tomorrow I will start sewing them on.

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

@@rebeccaboothe4825 Yay your almost there! I bet it's beautiful! 😊

[@rebeccaboothe4825]

I sent pictures on Instagram.

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

@@rebeccaboothe4825 I just went and looked at it. It's beautiful! You did a GREAT job! I can't wait to see it with the stars.

[@marywood8241]

I'm so excited! I've been looking for a crochet pattern for the American flag for a long time ! Can't thank you enough!! ❣️❤️🥰

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

You're very welcome! I'm so glad you found my tutorial! 🙂

[@loveyrogers3181]

This is a Perfect Video...the ready made sample ...your to the Point Instructions...and the Project is Wonderful...Love the Textured Stripes Too...enjoyed so much Your Bio....what a Sweet Life you have and thank you for sharing it..I am looking forward to your Channel Growing... Blessings from Kentucky & Alabama

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Thank you so much for your kind words! ❤️

[@kelliw6360]

While I absolutely love this blanket and appreciate you showing us how to make it, I found the stars were a little too big. Not sure if anyone else had this problem. Anyway, I modified the star by using a magic circle to start, to close up the middle gap, and used 10 half double instead of the 15 double. Then I eliminated the triple on the start points. Also, when doing the start tips, if you also hook the back loop on the chain for the single crochet, it makes the points a little pointier. Found that out by accident 😂

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Thank you & thanks for the pointers! You can also use a smaller hook for the stars.

[@carolainsworth8066]

I learned a lot. Thank you!!

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Your welcome! Thank you for watching! 😊

[@Dream9Design]

I am so happy i found your channel! I am making your blanket i bought the pattern off of etsy! I love it so beautiful!

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

I'm glad you found me!! 😊 I don't have any patterns on Etsy as of now.

[@Dream9Design]

@@CherishedMemoriesCrochet really? I found a pattern exactly like this I paid for on Etsy I thought it was yours

[@Dream9Design]

@@CherishedMemoriesCrochet but your is just as beautiful. I love your tip on using the sewing thread

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

@@Dream9Design The thread is so much better to work with. My 1st flag I used yarn & had a hard time with the yarn showing through the back.

[@rosedrouse8611]

Would like to see a smaller throw in this pattern this one is so big but is beautifull Thank you very much just starting stars hope I can get it right thanks again you are Wonderfull god bless

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Thank you so much! I do have a little smaller flag but it has the chevron pattern. I also have a tutorial for it.

[@GayeWallace-y3f]

Hi Jackie, I just finished the flag I made for my Army vet son. I remember you said that you put the top row of six stars and then the bottom row. I was wonder ing how you got the spacing right. I want this to turn out right. It took me two and a half weeks to finish the flag and I already have the stars made. Your video is so great. It is easy to follow.

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Hi! You just found my crochet group. I answered your question there. Thanks for joining my group! 😁

[@rosedrouse8611]

Almost done 2more stripes to go beautifull so far wondering how far apart to sew on stars thank you so much

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

That's awesome! I have about 3 inches between the side points of the stars.

[@JessRN04]

I am off my 2 stitches on my long strips. Would you frog it or just deduct by 2 stitches on the other areas?

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

I would just deduct. As long as it is an even # it will be ok.

[@JessRN04]

@@CherishedMemoriesCrochetthank you. 😊

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

@@JessRN04 You're welcome! 😊

[@Loops_Knots_More]

Question… what is the name of the stitch used for the red & white stripes? I’m making this blanket and someone asked me what the name of this stitch is… 🤷🏼‍♀️. I wasn’t sure. Please let me know. It’s a fun stitch! Thanks!

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

It's called the Lemon Peel Stitch. I agree it is a fun stitch to do. 😊

[@elysewalker9980]

Do you habe an idea of how translate this into a pillow case? I bought a thin blue line crochet flag pillow case pattern but it is so complicated & hard to understand. The writer of the pattern isn't replying to me on anything & i am so lost. The pillow is supposed to be 12"×16" I'm just not sure how to really scale yours down. Starting to watch your video now so maybe I'll get an idea! :)

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

I'm sorry I'm not really sure how to down size it to a pillow.

[@cherylrandall7330]

Is there anyway you can show me how you sew the stars on?

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

I've had a lot of people ask questions about sewing the stars on. So I've decided to do a short tutorial on just sewing the stars on. I'm planning on doing it tomorrow. I'll let you know when it's uploaded. 😊

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Here is a link to my tutorial. I hope it helps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sH6ZaIyHhcubmsU

[@bcjwheeler]

If you was to use blanket fuzzy yarn would you double the yarn amount.

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

I'm not really sure. I would think the thicker the yarn the more you would use.

[@fifejuanita1948]

Can you tell me how did you put your stars on the blue you so Them down or did you glue them on

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

My 1st flag I attached them by weaving the yarn. My 2nd flag I used regular sewing thread and it did a lot better. I just picked up the very top of the yarn and it didn't show through the back.

[@SoPa-_-]

how many skeins of white do i use for the stars out of the five?

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

You shouldn't have to use more than 1/2 of a skein for the stars.

[@SoPa-_-]

@@CherishedMemoriesCrochet thank you! :3

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

@@SoPa-_- You're welcome! 😊

[@madisonbutkonen3818]

How many stars total do I need to make for this blanket? I’m following that tutorial you also shared and I made 15 already. Does it end up being 50? Or less?

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

You should have a total of 50 stars.

[@madisonbutkonen3818]

Thank you so much!

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

@@madisonbutkonen3818 You're welcome! 😀

[@patrickburke787]

How can i print this pattern

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

I'm not sure. You might be able to print out the transcript.

[@SusanMcCave-e1v]

0:37 I followed this video and for some reason my blanket only ended up being 3 ft wide? Any ideas why? I started with 243 ch

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Maybe your tension is to tight. Did you use the same size hook and yarn that I used?

[@donnaadams9751]

Could you maybe do a smaller throw

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

I'm not sure. I'll see what I can do.

[@jennifersimon6578]

Hello! I’d love to make this! Can you please help me find the written pattern?

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

I only have notes. I take you step by step in this tudorial. You can make it through my video easily.

[@jennifersimon6578]

@@CherishedMemoriesCrochet wonderful, thank you so much! I will be starting on it in 2 weeks and I’ll post a pic once I’m done. It will be a ‘thin blue line’ police flag.

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

I can't wait to see it! I hope my tudorial is easy to follow.

[@jennifersimon6578]

@@CherishedMemoriesCrochet wonderful tutorial! Here’s mine so far, no stars yet.

[@jennifersimon6578]

@@CherishedMemoriesCrochet I can’t figure out how to post a picture. I’ll keep trying.

[@rebeccaboothe4825]

I'm making the flag and when I looked at the Star tutorial I noticed it was a different size hook. Can you tell me what size was used for the ⭐ flag ?

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Of course. I used a 5mm hook for both the flag and stars.

[@rebeccaboothe4825]

Thank you so much.❤️

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Your very welcome! Have fun crocheting the flag!!

[@jmheying]

Why are you alternating from single to double crochet? Why not do all double? Just curious. Thank you

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

It gives it a raised textured look and feel and also makes it thicker so there are no gaps between the stiches. If you'd rather do all double I see no reason why you couldn't.

[@GayeWallace-y3f]

It works out beautifully with the alternating stitches. Mine turned out beautiful. Just have to get the stars on.

[@RoxyGirl0816]

If I do all double crochet, would I still start with chaining 243?

[@GayeWallace-y3f]

I finally finished my flag. The flag only took two weeks . I got sidetracked with back problems so, I only finished sewing on the star a few days ago. I want to post a picture but don’t know how.

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

That is awesome! You can't post pictures in the comments. If you're interested & have a FB you could join my FB crochet group & post a picture of it. Here's a link to it. facebook.com/groups/462140782531892/?ref=share_group_link

[@Vanessag-y8b]

in using the same stitch how can I make a smaller blanket, do you chain odd numbers?

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Yes you chain odd numbers. I also have a little bit smaller flag done in a wavy chevron pattern.

[@jeanettawestmoreland9067]

How many rolls in each color

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

All the information you will need is in the description box. 🙂

[@elizabethhilburn763]

Good evening. I stated my flag following you on March 4, 2024. I have 29 rows to go. Stars I made them this past week. All ready for the flag. I bought invisible thread today. I'll send a complete picture soon. I want to know what did you charge to make this flag? Annette Hilburn.

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

You're doing great time wise. I bet it's beautiful! I have never sold one before. You can go on Etsy & see what they are charging for them. I'd love to see it finished. 😊

[@elizabethhilburn763]

@@CherishedMemoriesCrochet I don't know how to add a picture to this page

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

@@elizabethhilburn763 You cant but you can send it to my email @[e-mail]

[@bethany4837]

How many rows each did you do in the red and white?

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

I did 10 rows each.

[@bethany4837]

@@CherishedMemoriesCrochet awesome thank you so much. Working right now on a thin red line flag and loved your tutorial.

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Your very welcome! Thank you so much! I'm so glad that you loved my tudorial!! ☺️

[@aaronmeadows8249]

How many rows are you doing for each red and white row? Is it 3 red, then 3 white? For a total of 10 red with 3 rows and then 10 white with 3 rows?

[@wendyeckert6710]

Instead of giving us the number of skeins needed, would you please tell us how many yards of each color is needed? Thanks!

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Each skien is 7oz, 364 yds. You will need 1,820 yds each of red & blue & 728 yds of blue.

[@whitney24100]

How many total rows of blue? I cant figure that out

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

You will have 70 rows of blue.

[@whitney24100]

@@CherishedMemoriesCrochet thank you! And those are half double crochet? Are the smaller red and white single double?

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

@@whitney24100 Your welcome! Yes they are HDC. The strips are SC & DC.

[@whitney24100]

@@CherishedMemoriesCrochet do you know how many rows each for them?

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

@@whitney24100 10 rows.

[@geegeetrump1581]

10:57 I’m a little confused after you finish your third white stripe from the bottom shouldn’t you be starting with the red not the blue?

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

I was only doing a sample. Around the 7:40 time I explained how many rows to do before you started the blue.

[@geegeetrump1581]

Thank you!!! I will check now -im up too the 3rd row of white so almost there.

[@geegeetrump1581]

I had foot surgery on Friday- i stated this blanket on Sunday - its going fast. This is so beautiful -thank you

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

@@geegeetrump1581 You're welcome & thank you! Prayers for a speedy recovery but until then happy crocheting! 😊

[@angelai6360]

How can I show you my finished blanket?

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

I'd love to see it! You can email me at [e-mail] or join my FB crochet group & share it there. 🙂 facebook.com/share/8yMMgZfr8bCGAuPS/?mibextid=A7sQZp

[@angelai6360]

@@CherishedMemoriesCrochet ok sending now!!!thank you

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

@@angelai6360 You're welcome!

[@angelai6360]

@@CherishedMemoriesCrochet I don’t have Facebook but feel free to share my photos ❤️I emailed you

[@angelai6360]

@@CherishedMemoriesCrochet if you check your email, you should’ve received it by now. Let me know if you didn’t get it.

[@susanhamidi209]

How many yards in each skein and is it size 4 yarn worsted weight? These are important to know

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

Yes it was the size 4 worsted weight & the skeins were 7oz, 364 yards

[@rebeccasoto1998]

Why does pattern consist of single and double crochet, instead of continuing with double crochet.

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

It adds a beautiful texture & avoids gap spaces.

[@sallyann1953]

I love the pattern. I love the texture. Will soon be attaching the stars. Thank you so much for sharing it. I nervous about adding the stars, but also determined.

[@CherishedMemoriesCrochet]

@@sallyann1953 Thank you so much! I have a tutorial on how to add the stars. Here is the link. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sH6ZaIyHhcubmsU

[@rebeccasoto1998]

Ok looks great single and double crochet but I use the blue part also single and double crochet because I tried with half double crochet it shows gap.

[@rebeccasoto1998]

Can hot glue the stars