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Free Crochet Roman Aqueduct Throw Pattern

Free Crochet Roman Aqueduct Throw Pattern

Make this free crochet roman aqueduct throw pattern with clear crochet instructions, materials, and finishing tips.

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Skill level

Easy

Time

15–20 hours

Yarn weight

Worsted (4)

Hook

5.5mm [US I-9]

Is this for me?

Best for beginners who know the basic stitches.

Easy

Time

15–20 hours

Skills used

Chain stitches, Single crochet, Half double crochet, Double crochet, Seaming or assembly

Watch for

Keep pieces aligned while joining or assembling.

Materials calculator

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Red Heart Super Saver

Real Teal

4 skeins

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Frosty Green

3 skeins

Yarn and hook helper

Check substitutions first

Pattern yarn: Worsted (4)

Good match. Work a gauge swatch and compare it with the pattern gauge before starting.

Gauge checker

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Pattern target: 13 stitches across 4 inches.

Pattern gauge: 13 sts = 4”; and 9 rows = 4” in pattern.

Before you start

Quick maker notes

  • Check gauge before starting: 13 sts = 4”; and 9 rows = 4” in pattern.
  • Confirm the finished measurement target: Throw measures 46” x 59”.
  • Gather 2 listed materials before working the first section.
  • Keep the schematic images open while you work shaping, layout, or assembly steps.

Instructions

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Free crochet roman aqueduct throw pattern Basics

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Notes

  • This Free crochet roman aqueduct throw pattern includes organized steps, materials, and helpful resources for crocheters.
  • Pay close attention when to turn work; turn every other row, not every row. Do not cut unused color; carry it along side edge. Beginning ch 3 counts as a st.
  • Helpful resources: patterns catalog, crochet patterns for adults, Craft Yarn Council, Ravelry.

Throw

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With A, ch 144.

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Row 1 (Right Side): Dc in 4th ch from hook, dc in next ch; *skip next 2 chs, dc in next ch, 3 dc in next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * across, ending skip next 2 chs, dc in next ch, 2 dc in final ch, drop loop from hook and place on st marker. Do NOT turn – 141 sts.

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Row 2 (Right Side): Join B with sc in top of turning ch-3, sc in next st; *ch 3, skip next 2 sts, sc in next, FPhdc in next st, sc in next st; repeat from * across, ending ch 3, skip 2 sts, sc in each of last 2 sts, change to A in final st, drop B – 28 ch-3 spaces.

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Row 3: Turn, with A, ch 3; *5 dc in ch-3 space; repeat from across ending, dc in final st, place A loop from hook to st marker. Do NOT turn – 142 sts.

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Row 4: Starting at beginning of previous row, draw B through top of ch-3, ch 1, sc in top of ch-3, ch 1, skip next dc, *sc in next dc, BPhdc in next dc, sc in next dc, ch 3, skip next 2 dc; repeat from * across, ending sc in next dc, BPhdc in next dc, sc in next dc, ch 1, skip next st, sc in final st, changing to A – 2 ch-1 spaces; 27 ch-3 spaces.

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Row 5: Turn, with A, ch 3, dc in first sc, dc in ch-1 space; *5 dc in next ch-3 space; repeat from * ending dc in ch-1 space, 2 dc in final sc, place A loop from hook to st marker. Do NOT turn – 141 sts.

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Row 6: Starting at beginning of previous row, draw B through top of ch-3, ch 1, sc in top of ch-3, sc in next st; *ch 3, skip next 2 sts, sc in next, FPhdc in next st, sc in each of last 2 sts, change to A in final st, drop B – 28 ch-3 spaces.

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Rows 7-125: Repeat Row 3-6 ending after a Row 5.

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Fasten off.

Schematic layout of the throw

Edging

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Rnd 1: Join A with sc in upper right hand corner; work an additional 138 sc across top; work 1 more sc in final st of top edge; working in ends of rows evenly work 157 sc along side edge; working in opposite side of foundation ch, *2 sc in first ch; work an additional 138 sc across bottom edge; work 1 more sc in opposite side of final ch; working in ends of rows evenly work 157 sc along second side edge; work 1 sc in same place as beginning sc – 596 sc.

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Rnd 2: Ch 1 for corner; sc in each st around, placing a ch 1 between the 2 sc in each corner; ending with sc in final sc of previous row – 596 sc; 4 ch-1 spaces.

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Rnd 3: (Sc, ch 1, sc) in first ch-1 space, sc in each sc around and (sc, ch 1, sc) in each ch-1 space–604 sc; 4 ch-1 spaces. Fasten off.

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Rnd 4: Join B with sc in any ch-1 space, ch 3, sc in same space; sc in next 2 sts, *ch 3, skip 1 st, sc in each of next 3 sts; repeat from * until 3 sts from next corner, ch 3, skip 1 st, sc in each of next 2 sts, (sc, ch 3, sc) in ch-1 space, sc in each of next 2 sts; repeat from * around, join with slip st in beginning sc – 462 sc; 154 ch-3 spaces.

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Rnd 5: Slip st in ch-3 space, (ch 3, dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in same space; *skip next sc, slip st in next sc, skip next sc, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch-3 space; repeat from * around, ending skip last sc, join with slip st in top of beginning ch 3. Fasten off.

Finishing

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Weave in yarn ends.

FAQ

Questions about this pattern

Is Free Crochet Roman Aqueduct Throw Pattern good for beginners?+

Yes. Free Crochet Roman Aqueduct Throw Pattern is marked easy and includes step-by-step instructions, materials, gauge notes, and progress checkboxes.

What yarn weight do I need for Free Crochet Roman Aqueduct Throw Pattern?+

This pattern lists Worsted (4). If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.

How long does Free Crochet Roman Aqueduct Throw Pattern take to crochet?+

The estimated time is 15–20 hours. Your pace may change depending on yarn choice, stitch familiarity, and how much finishing the project needs.

Do I need to check gauge for this crochet pattern?+

Yes. The pattern gauge is 13 sts = 4”; and 9 rows = 4” in pattern.. Use the listed hook size, 5.5mm [US I-9], unless your swatch tells you to adjust. Checking gauge helps avoid a finished project that is too small, too large, or too stiff.

Can I print Free Crochet Roman Aqueduct Throw Pattern?+

Yes. Use the Print button near the top of the post for a cleaner pattern view that hides interactive extras and navigation.

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