Crochet this really neat From The Middle Concept Afghan called the Crochet Frosted Tips Afghan.

The afghan has strategic surface overlays as demonstrated in the tutorial below. The surface overlay really gives a clear indication of how the stitchwork is working around the square afghan. Using Bernat Blanket, you will find this will work up quickly. I stopped at 48″ square but you can go as big or as little as you need.