Square Deal

Introducing the versatile Square Deal Afghan - a stunning wall-hanging or cozy throw that can be knitted with any type of yarn and needle size you prefer. This pattern offers the flexibility to create pieces in a wide variety of dimensions, making it perfect for both large projects and smaller items like cushions or pillows. Whether you're using yarn from your stash or investing in new supplies, you can craft a unique piece tailored to your style.

This captivating design requires a minimum of four colors, enhancing your creative freedom while allowing you to incorporate up to twenty-one different shades. It’s a fantastic opportunity to utilize leftover yarns and add a personal touch to your knitting collection.

The Square Deal design is inspired by a mathematical concept often found in textbooks—the smallest number of differently sized squares needed to perfectly fill a larger square. This intriguing theme adds a unique twist to your knitting project while sparking conversations about the intersections of art and mathematics.

Our original version of Square Deal was artfully crafted in an array of beautiful blue shades and is now part of the prestigious Mathematics Collection at the Science Museum in London. Our later iteration, featuring vibrant purple hues, showcases the stunning versatility of this pattern.

Included with your pattern is a handy coloring sheet that allows you to experiment with different color combinations, ensuring your final piece is exactly how you envision it before you start knitting.

The squares in this design are knitted separately and then stitched together, creating a cohesive and visually striking piece. The accompanying booklet provides comprehensive guidance on how to easily adjust the size of your squares, ensuring you maintain the correct proportions, no matter how large or small you decide to make your afghan.

This innovative project is designed by the talented mathekniticians Pat Ashforth and Steve Plummer, blending the art of knitting with the beauty of mathematical discovery. Explore your creativity today with the Square Deal Afghan pattern and create a piece that’s not only functional but also a work of art!