Mudcloth Blanket

Mudcloth, also known as bògòlanfini, is a traditional Malian fabric made with fermented mud. The fabric is worn by hunters, to designate status within local cultures, and during ritual celebrations. Now a symbol of Malian cultural identity, the production of mudcloth is a multi-step process with motifs representing daily life, history, and folklore. This crocheted blanket has been inspired by several iconic mudcloth patterns.

This pattern is part of the “Purposeful Patterns” initiative - a series of designs benefiting a variety of causes. $1 from the sale of each Mudcloth Blanket pattern will be donated to Mali Rising, a foundation dedicated to empowering the children of Mali, West Africa by expanding and improving educational opportunities for them within their own villages.

SIZES

One size

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Easy

SKILLS

Single crochet

Skipping stitches

Working into chain spaces

Basic embroidery skills

All patterns are written in standard US terms.