Togetherness Mandala and Square

Togetherness Mandala and Square Crochet Blankets and Throws

What is Being Made

The Togetherness Mandala and Square is a collection of crochet blanket and throw designs created by independent designer Hattie Risdale. These projects are intended as comforting, meditative makes suitable for crafters seeking focused, purposeful crochet work. The designs combine mandala and square motifs that can be worked individually or assembled into larger blankets and throws.

Craft and Primary Technique

This is a crochet project designed at an intermediate difficulty level. The patterns use UK crochet terminology with US equivalents provided throughout. The designs are versatile and can be adapted to various yarn weights and corresponding hook sizes, making them accessible to crocheters with different material preferences and stash availability.

Stitches Used

The Togetherness patterns incorporate a range of fundamental and intermediate crochet stitches to create texture and visual interest:

• Chain (ch) – foundational stitch for creating base loops and joining
• Slip stitch (sl st) – used for joining rounds and creating seamless transitions
• Double crochet (dc) – known as single crochet (sc) in US terminology; a short, tight stitch
• Half treble crochet (htr) – a medium-height stitch providing structure
• Treble crochet (tr) – known as double crochet (dc) in US terminology; a taller stitch creating openness
• Treble cluster (trcl) – a decorative stitch technique where multiple trebles are worked together, with each treble completed until the final step, then combined into a single cluster for dimensional effect
• Magic or adjustable ring – an alternative cast-on method for beginning projects in the round, allowing for a seamless center

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Togetherness patterns are designed with flexibility in mind and are suitable for any yarn weight. Available yarn weight options include cobweb, lace, thread, sport, dk, 3 ply, 4 ply, worsted, 6 ply, aran, heavy worsted, chunky, super chunky, and varied weights. This adaptability allows crocheters to use yarn from their existing stash or select yarn based on desired finished blanket weight and drape.

In the designer's sample, Yarn and Colors Must Have was used as the primary yarn, with Phildar Myriad added for sparkle and visual enhancement. A 3.5mm crochet hook was used with these specific yarns. Crocheters should select a hook size appropriate to their chosen yarn weight to achieve proper gauge and fabric drape.

Additional Materials Required

Beyond yarn and hook, the following materials are needed to complete the project:

• Scissors for cutting yarn
• A needle suitable for sewing in yarn ends and assembling pieces if creating a larger blanket from multiple motifs

Format and Availability

This pattern is provided as a free, downloadable PDF from independent designer Hattie Risdale of The Petal Shed. The patterns use UK crochet terminology with US conversions included in brackets throughout, making them accessible to international crocheters. Crafters are encouraged to share their finished makes on social media using the hashtag #petalshed.