Kissing Circles Crochet Blanket

Kissing Circles Crochet Blanket by Amanda Perkins

Project Overview

The Kissing Circles Crochet Blanket is an innovative design created by Amanda Perkins that explores the geometric possibilities of circular motifs. This blanket is constructed entirely from circles with no additional filler pieces, making it a unique approach to blanket design. The project draws inspiration from Descartes' geometric theorem on kissing circles, combining mathematical elegance with practical crochet construction.

What Is Being Made

This is a downloadable crochet blanket pattern featuring a modular construction method. The blanket is built by crocheting individual circles that connect together to form the complete throw. The design uses a rainbow color palette with eight distinct colors arranged in a specific sequence: Gold, Orange, Soft Red, Pink, Violet, Blue, Jade, Aqua, Green, and Lime. Small circles measure 2 inches across, allowing crafters to customize the final blanket size by adjusting the number of circles included.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

The Kissing Circles pattern employs circular crochet construction, a fundamental technique for creating round motifs. While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided materials, the pattern uses standard crochet stitches worked in the round to form each individual circle. The modular approach allows circles to be joined together seamlessly, creating the interlocking "kissing" effect that gives the blanket its name. This intermediate-level project requires understanding of circular shaping, tension consistency across multiple pieces, and joining techniques.

Yarn Requirements and Materials

The Kissing Circles Blanket requires 1300 grams of DK weight yarn with a yardage of 240 to 260 meters per 100 grams. Amanda Perkins recommends several high-quality yarn options, including John Arbon Textiles Knit by Numbers in Viola, The Little Grey Sheep DK Gotland, Fyberspates Scrumptious DK and Vivacious DK, Cascade 220 Sport, Knitpicks Wool of the Andes, King Cole Merino Blend DK, and Yarn Stories Merino DK. However, any DK weight yarn meeting the specified meterage can be substituted. The designer encourages using colors from different dye lots, as the variation adds visual depth and complexity to the finished blanket.

A 4.5 mm crochet hook is recommended, though the pattern notes that you should use the size needed to achieve proper tension for your specific yarn choice. A tapestry needle is required for weaving in yarn ends after construction and joining.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for crocheters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle more complex projects. The intermediate classification reflects the need to work multiple circular motifs with consistent tension and execute clean joining techniques across numerous pieces.

Color Palette

The blanket features a vibrant rainbow color scheme with eight primary colors: Gold, Orange, Soft Red, Pink, Violet, Blue, Jade, Aqua, Green, and Lime. The use of multiple colors from potentially different dye lots creates an intentional ombré or variegated effect that enhances the visual interest of the finished piece.