“Gingham” comes from Malay and means “striped”.

Usually, it’s best known form is a two-color pattern, and popular combinations are red and white or blue and white, to list two. Below, you will find some modern gingham patterns with two shades of one color. In effect, the blanket looks more interesting but still keeps its simple design. This is a great theme for crocheting, and as an illustration here are some free crochet patterns that will surely make you love this design. A link to free patterns you will find under the photos.