What you'll need
| One size only: | Each motif 10cm / 4" square |
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YAD012_08
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1 |
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YAD012_19
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1 |
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YAD012_36
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1 |
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YAD012_51
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1 |
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YAD012_02
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1 |
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Product Description
This pattern is called “Frozen Flowers” as it reminds me of winter, cold sea and grey sun. It is easy to follow and written for one size of a square motif. It contains step by step full written instructions in English using standard crochet abbreviations and US terms (stitch guide is given in the pattern), along with lots of pictures explaining all the tricky and difficult places and how the motifs are joined. This square motif can also be used for blankets and bags.
Stitches used: sl st, sc, hdc, dc, tr, tr4tog, FPtr, increase.
The sample was worked in Alize Superlana Klasik. A substitute yarn is shown below.
Frozen Flowers Pillow Cover - Overlay Crochet Pattern
What is Being Made
The Frozen Flowers Pillow Cover is an original crochet design by LillaBjörnCrochet (designer Tatsiana Kupryianchyk). This project creates a decorative pillow cover using the overlay crochet technique, which produces intricate layered floral motifs on a base fabric. The finished piece combines a foundation crochet structure with delicate overlay elements that create a dimensional, frost-like flower design suitable for home décor cushions.
Overlay Crochet Technique
Overlay crochet is a relatively modern crochet method that was developed by artist and jewelry maker Melody MacDuffee in the United States and first introduced in 2003. This technique has roots in traditional Aran crochet but offers a distinctive approach to creating dimensional designs. Although overlay crochet may appear complex and is often recommended for advanced crocheters, it actually uses only ordinary crochet stitches combined with a special layering method. The technique involves working additional stitches over a completed base fabric to create raised, decorative elements that give the appearance of appliquéd or embellished flowers.
Melody MacDuffee has been instrumental in popularizing overlay crochet through extensive workshops and instruction for crochet enthusiasts worldwide, making this once-specialized technique more accessible to the broader crochet community.
Stitches and Construction
The Frozen Flowers Pillow Cover utilizes standard crochet stitches applied through the overlay crochet method. While the specific stitch sequence is detailed in the full pattern instructions, the technique combines foundational stitches with overlay applications to build the dimensional floral design. This intermediate-level project requires understanding both basic crochet fundamentals and the specific mechanics of the overlay technique.
Materials Required
- Yarn: Superlana Klasik by Alize (100g/3.53 oz., 281 m/307 yds.) in five colors
- Yarn Weight: DK weight, 8 ply (11 wpi)
- Hook: Steel crochet hook 2.75 mm (size C) or appropriate size for gauge
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for crocheters with foundational skills who are ready to explore more advanced techniques like overlay crochet. The multi-color yarn selection and dimensional construction method require attention to detail and familiarity with reading crochet charts and instructions.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Pages: | 12 |
| Designer: | LillaBjörnCrochet |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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