Flora and Fauna Blanket (Autumn)

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Helen B

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"I made this for fun and to learn a new technique"

I thought this blanket looked like a fun way to learn mosaic crochet. I thought it was going to be incredibly complicated, but in actual fact it really isn’t. I believe this particular blanket is worked in overlay crochet and each row is worked from the R/S in alternating yarns and into front or back loops only. The overall effect is of a strong woven fabric. It was fun to do. I loved watching all the different creatures and vegetation emerging as the piece progressed. At the end all the row ends are concealed in a double border. I still need to work on my ‘cornering’, so will of course have to make another one sometime. It’s a good project for cold evenings so next winter maybe?

Flora and Fauna Blanket (Autumn)

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Fiona F

Wow! This is gorgeous. I knit but haven’t crochet’d before, but seeing your blanket makes me want to learn! Perhaps in a few years I’d achieve something as beautiful, but I doubt it!

Ceebee

I love this blanket - it looks fantastic. And I agree, Mosaic Crochet so much easier than it looks - no one ever believes that. Beautiful work

VERA B

I have just looked at your incredible blanket having seen your new profile picture! You have not only mastered a new technique but produced a beautiful blanket too. The colours are perfect and so much better than the blue on the original pattern. A work of art!

Maria L

Helen your blanket is stunning ;) it is a beautiful tapestry of our countryside. Could a beginner really manage it? Who is self taught I was wondering how long it would take as last crochet blanket I did took 5 years I mention it in my profile ;)). Seriously though was thinking maybe attempting it for my sisters special birthday in September (7 months away) she has an allotment and loves gardening and I guess outdoor countryside. If not maybe a cushion x

Anita C

Oh Helen ,, this is absolutely stunning,,,all that work that you have put into it is unbelievable , it’s a work of art & should be framed , 💕

Joan M

Oh Helen this is fab. Well done trying a new technique. Looks like alot of hard work. But so well worth it for such wonderful results 💕

Sue C

Oh wow, this is amazing, Helen! 👏 It doesn't look in the least bit straight forward! Design, colour and especially your work are all stunning 💕

Michelle M

Wow this is absolutely stunning Helen, I cannot believe it was your first attempt. The colours and design are amazing. You must be so proud of it.😊😊💕💕

Liz M

Beautiful work Helen, love the autumn colours. I love mosaic crochet too. I was a glutton for punishment for doing a wide border on my Havana, so much work, but worth it.

Elaine C

Wow!!!! This is stunning Helen I love it❤️ so beautiful, as Linzi has said about hanging it on the wall, I was thinking the same thing 😊 love all autumnal colours…. Beautifully made, WELL DONE 💕