Product Description
This pattern is for a mosaic crochet square that can be used in other types of projects, such as blankets, pillows, satchel bags, table mats, etc.
Any yarn or hook will work, depending on the desired size of the finished square. I used yarn weight of 4 with a 5.5 hook, which creates a square of 13.5” x 13”.
To do the same colors as the sample image, (these are med wt yarn) you will need approx 2 oz of gold yarn, 1.5 of cream yarn, and less that .5 oz of black, pink & taupe (eye color). The total project weighs just under 4 oz.
Pattern is in US crochet terms.
Wild Heart Mosaic Crochet Square – Leo the Lion by Cyndie Birdsong
What is Being Made
This is a mosaic crochet square featuring Leo the Lion as part of the Wild Heart Mosaic collection. The finished square is designed as a decorative cushion component, making it ideal for creating decorative pillows or as part of a larger mosaic crochet project. The pattern allows crafters to produce an interesting, textured piece with a recognizable lion design through the mosaic crochet technique.
Mosaic Crochet Technique Overview
Mosaic crochet is a specialized technique that creates visually interesting shapes and textures by combining color changes with strategic stitch placement. This method produces a dimensional, almost tile-like appearance in the finished fabric. While mosaic crochet can appear complex when reading graph charts, the technique becomes more intuitive with practice and familiarity with basic crochet stitches and terminology. The pattern by Cyndie Birdsong is written to make mosaic crochet accessible, even for beginners who have foundational crochet experience.
Stitches and Techniques Used
The pattern utilizes mosaic crochet stitching methods, which involve reading and following graph charts to create the Leo the Lion design. Crafters should have experience recognizing standard crochet stitches and understanding stitching terminology to successfully complete this intermediate-level project. The mosaic technique combines color work with specific stitch placement to build the pattern layer by layer.
Materials Required
- Yarn Weight: Aran or worsted weight yarn
- Tools: Appropriate crochet hook for the chosen yarn weight
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty. While mosaic crochet techniques are explained to be accessible, successful completion requires prior crochet experience and comfort with reading graph charts and recognizing standard stitches.
Pattern Format and Designer Information
This is a downloadable PDF pattern designed by independent designer Cyndie Birdsong, published in April 2021. The pattern is intended for personal use and finished items may be sold with proper credit given to the designer. Additional support and project inspiration are available through Cyndie Birdsong's social media communities.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran, Worsted |
| Pages: | 15 |
| Designer: | Cyndie Birdsong |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | You can add an optional French knot to each eye for a "reflection" spot. |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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