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Be Kind Tapestry Crochet Motif
Use the Be Kind Tapestry Crochet Chart and/or written instructions to create a fun piece of wall art, a dolly blanket or even to add this motif to a larger project. Let your imagination go wild and let’s spread the Be Kind message on scarves, cushions, jumpers, blankets, bags and more!
To create the rainbow piece in the photos I used UK half treble crochet stitch (htr) and a 5mm crochet hook. I used the following shades, and approximate quantities, of Paintbox Simply Aran yarn: Paper White (200), 40 metres; Spearmint Green (225), 40 metres; Bubblegum Pink (250), 20 metres; Pale Lilac (245), 20 metres; Mustard Yellow (223), 20 metres; Seafoam Blue (231), 20 metres; Vintage Pink (255), 20 metres. Alternatively, raid your stash and make your piece as fun and unique as you are.
I can't wait to see what you creative lot come up with! xx
Be Kind Tapestry Crochet Motif
What Is Being Made
The Be Kind Tapestry Crochet Motif is a downloadable crochet pattern designed by made by hem that creates a decorative wall art piece featuring an inspirational "Be Kind" message. This versatile motif can be used as a standalone artwork, incorporated into a dolly blanket, or applied to larger projects such as scarves, cushions, jumpers, blankets, and bags. The pattern encourages creative customization and allows crafters to adapt the design to suit various applications.
Techniques and Construction
This project uses tapestry crochet, a technique that creates colorful patterns by carrying unused yarn colors inside the stitches as you work. This method allows multiple colors to be incorporated into a single row without cutting and rejoining yarn, resulting in a cohesive, reversible fabric with a clean appearance on both sides. The tapestry crochet technique is ideal for creating bold, graphic designs like text-based motifs.
The pattern is worked in rows and can be easily customized for size. Crafters can add additional rows before and after the charted design to increase the length of the piece, or add stitches before and after to increase the width. The pattern also suggests adding a border around the completed motif for a finished look.
Stitches Used
The Be Kind Tapestry Crochet Motif is constructed using half treble crochet stitch, known as half double crochet in US crochet terminology. This mid-height stitch creates a dense, structured fabric that works well for tapestry crochet projects, providing good stitch definition for displaying the colorful pattern clearly.
Materials and Specifications
The recommended materials for this project include:
- Yarn: Paintbox Simply Aran weight yarn in seven coordinating shades: Spearmint Green (225), Paper White (200), Bubblegum Pink (250), Pale Lilac (245), Mustard Yellow (223), Seafoam Blue (231), and Vintage Pink (255)
- Hook: 5mm crochet hook
- Yarn Weight: Aran (medium weight)
The aran weight yarn combined with a 5mm hook creates a fabric with good drape and durability suitable for both decorative and functional applications.
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty. While tapestry crochet requires familiarity with basic crochet techniques and the ability to manage multiple yarn colors simultaneously, the half treble crochet stitch is relatively straightforward. Crafters should be comfortable reading crochet charts and carrying yarn colors to successfully complete this project.
Format and Availability
The Be Kind Tapestry Crochet Motif is available as a free downloadable PDF pattern, making it accessible to crocheters of all budgets who wish to create this inspirational project.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Featured Products: | Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran |
| Pages: | 4 |
| Designer: | made by hem |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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