Roses and Ivy

Roses and Ivy Crochet Blanket and Throw by Julie Yeager

Project Overview

Roses and Ivy is an advanced crochet blanket and throw pattern designed by Julie Yeager. This downloadable PDF pattern creates a sophisticated, multi-colored blanket using modular motifs that are crocheted separately and assembled together. The design combines geometric octagon shapes with rose and ivy-themed square motifs, allowing crafters to build a complex, visually striking finished piece through individual component construction.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a blanket or throw constructed from multiple crocheted motifs. The design features three primary motif types: octagons, rose squares, and ivy squares. These individual pieces are crocheted separately and then joined together to create the complete blanket. The modular construction method allows for flexibility in final dimensions based on how many motifs are assembled.

Yarn and Materials

The Roses and Ivy pattern uses aran weight yarn (also suitable for worsted weight), with the pattern tested using StyleCraft Special Aran at 214 yards per 100 gram skein. The design incorporates a sophisticated eight-color palette:

• MC (Main Color): Cream – 12 skeins
• A: Pistachio – 1 skein
• B: Pale Rose – 1 skein
• C: Parchment – 2 skeins
• D: Cloud Blue – 1 skein
• E: Sage – 1 skein
• F: Silver – 1 skein
• G: Camel – 1 skein
• H: Storm – 2 skeins

Two crochet hook sizes are required: H (5 mm) and G (4.5 mm). The pattern notes that most motifs use the H hook size. The designer recommends that tight crocheters use a hook one size looser than their usual preference, as the pattern produces very dense motifs.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

This is an advanced-level crochet pattern that employs modular motif construction, a technique where individual design elements are crocheted as separate pieces and then joined together. This approach requires proficiency in multiple crochet techniques and the ability to work with color changes and pattern repeats.

The pattern uses standard U.S. crochet terminology throughout. While the specific stitch abbreviations and sequences are detailed within the full pattern instructions, the motif-based construction indicates use of fundamental crochet stitches combined in structured sequences to create geometric shapes.

Motif Specifications

The pattern includes precise gauge measurements for quality control:

• Octagon motif: 6.5 inches across point to point; 6 inches flat side to flat side
• Rose Square motif: 3 inches across
• Ivy Square motif: Dimensions specified in complete pattern

These consistent motif sizes ensure that all pieces fit together properly when assembled into the finished blanket.

Skill Level and Crocheter Notes

Designed for advanced crocheters, the Roses and Ivy pattern requires experience with color work, motif construction, and assembly techniques. The dense nature of the motifs and the multi-color design make this pattern suitable for experienced crafters seeking a challenging and rewarding project. Attention to hook size and tension is particularly important for achieving the intended finished dimensions and appearance.