Get your free downloadable and printable rose afghan pattern here, complete with crochet instructions and embroidery charts (the roses are embroidered onto the solid white panels).
Although this particular crochet project will not work up quickly whatsoever, it is definitely well worth the extra time and effort!
The approximate size of this finished afghan is 47 inches x 69 inches.
Pretty much any 4-ply worsted yarn will work good. You will need 32 oz. for the main (white) color, and 4 oz. of yarn for each of the other colors, which include light rose, medium rose, dark rose, light green, and dark green.
Other tools/materials needed include a Size J/9 steel crochet hook and a blunt-end tapestry needle.
Image & Pattern Source: freevintagecrochet.com