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Free Crochet Pattern: Hearts in Bloom Blanket (UK Terms)

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Hello, crafter! This month, I am focusing on Phase 1 of the Artist’s Journey, and the importance of imitation when just starting out in your craft. You can read all about that in Episode 2 of Creative Clarity. I shared a bit about my first phase of designing in that post, but in 2014 while I was still in the beginning stages of crochet design, I saw a heart mandala that I fell in love with and wanted to turn into a blanket motif. I reached out to the designer, Crochet Millan, and asked if I could add on additional rounds to her design, and create a quarter motif and a half motif to make a full blanket. She gave me permission, and I made the additions a freebie on my website.

Hearts in Bloom

For the accompanying crochet pattern to this month’s Creative Clarity episode, I decided to revisit that pattern, but the original mandala is no longer available as a design online anywhere. This was indeed almost a decade ago! So my updated freebie includes instruction on how to create the initial heart mandala, and I used my preferred design construction methods, because I don’t have access to the original pattern. I definitely recommend checking out the work of Crochet Millan though! There are still some gorgeous Crochet Millan mandala patterns out there.

And now to introduce, the updated Hearts in Bloom Blanket! Featuring Heart Mandala by Crochet Millan.

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The condensed PDF version of this pattern is available for convenient printing on Etsy and Ravelry, and both US and UK Terms PDFs are included in the purchase.

This pattern is in UK Terms – Click here for US Terms

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Free Crochet Pattern: Hearts in Bloom Blanket (US Terms)

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Hello, crafter! This month, I am focusing on Phase 1 of the Artist’s Journey, and the importance of imitation when just starting out in your craft. You can read all about that in Episode 2 of Creative Clarity. I shared a bit about my first phase of designing in that post, but in 2014 while I was still in the beginning stages of crochet design, I saw a heart mandala that I fell in love with and wanted to turn into a blanket motif. I reached out to the designer, Crochet Millan, and asked if I could add on additional rounds to her design, and create a quarter motif and a half motif to make a full blanket. She gave me permission, and I made the additions a freebie on my website.

Hearts in Bloom

For the accompanying crochet pattern to this month’s Creative Clarity episode, I decided to revisit that pattern, but the original mandala is no longer available as a design online anywhere. This was indeed almost a decade ago! So my updated freebie includes instruction on how to create the initial heart mandala, and I used my preferred design construction methods, because I don’t have access to the original pattern. I definitely recommend checking out the work of Crochet Millan though! There are still some gorgeous Crochet Millan mandala patterns out there.

And now to introduce, the updated Hearts in Bloom Blanket! Featuring Heart Mandala by Crochet Millan.

PDF Format

The condensed PDF version of this pattern is available for convenient printing on Etsy and Ravelry, and both US and UK Terms PDFs are included in the purchase.

This pattern is in US Terms – Click here for UK Terms

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Creative Clarity, Episode 2: Phase 1 of the Artist’s Journey and a Deep Dive into the Realm of Copying

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Hello, fellow crafter! Today I have the second episode of Creative Clarity ready for you. As a lifelong creative, I know there are a wide variety of barriers, blocks, and struggles in the life of an artist, and whether you are a hobbyist or a career artist, they can stop you from being your best creative self. Every month, the Creative Clarity series will share knowledge, tips, and know-how to help you overcome these obstacles and deepen your practice.

Creative Clarity is not written specifically for crochet artists; rather, it will benefit any type of creator who is looking to cultivate a thriving creative practice. But, we all know that I’m a crochet blanket designer, so for my crochet peeps, each post in this series has a relevant free crochet pattern released in the same month, so you can channel the energy of the Creative Clarity series into a fresh project. I am super excited to share this with you, and my goal is for you to have at least one ah-ha moment in every post.

Creative Clarity, Episode 2: Phase 1 of the Artist’s Journey and a Deep Dive into the Realm of Copying

This post is for you if you:

  • Aren’t sure how to start your creative journey
  • Want to make a fresh artistic start and review the foundations
  • Feel curious or apprehensive about the nuance of imitation and copyright

If this is you, let’s dive in!

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Scheepjes Colour Lab CAL: Part 8 (UK/US Terms)

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Hello lovely crafter! Welcome to Part 8 of the Colour Lab CAL! I’m so excited that this next part is finally released, and we can all get started working on it together. I published a Main Page and a Tips and Tricks page (US Terms // UK Terms), so if you haven’t read through those, you may wan to check them out!

If you don’t have your yarn yet, you can still get a kit, and that information is below. Be sure to read this whole post very carefully, including the Measurements and Gauge section for this part, as it has important information. There are tips throughout the post, so be sure to take a look at everything.

This post does not have stitch-specific instruction, so I have labeled the post usable for both US and UK Terms.

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To purchase a kit, you can see if there is a Scheepjes Retailer near you, or please consider heading to one of the links below, as I am personally affiliated with these two shops. Purchasing through these links will gain me a small commission to help support my work, at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support!

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Colour Lab CAL Demo Blanket Updates! Whirl and Scrumptious Yarns with Layout Schematics

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Hello, lovely crafter! Today I want to show you what I have been working on while everyone is busy with the Colour Lab CAL Part 7. First, I want to show off a few of the many, many WIPs that you can find in the Scheepjes International Facebook Group, and then I will reveal my project. As you know, I have been working on a Whirl project and a Scrumptious project, but there is a twist with both of them, and I want to share with you how you can also replicate these demo blankets.

In the past, I have shared my Whirl version and my Scrumptious version of the Colour Lab CAL. Check them out if you like!

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Scheepjes Colour Lab CAL: Part 7 (UK/US Terms)

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Hello lovely crafter! Welcome to Part 7 of the Colour Lab CAL! I’m so excited that this next part is finally released, and we can all get started working on it together. I published a Main Page and a Tips and Tricks page (US Terms // UK Terms), so if you haven’t read through those, you may wan to check them out!

If you don’t have your yarn yet, you can still get a kit, and that information is below. Be sure to read this whole post very carefully, including the Measurements and Gauge section for this part, as it has important information. There are tips throughout the post, so be sure to take a look at everything.

This post does not have stitch-specific instruction, so I have labeled the post usable for both US and UK Terms.

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Free Crochet Pattern: Heirloom Collection Blanket (UK Terms)

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Hello, crafter! The Heirloom Collection Blanket pattern is finally here! Written instructions are below and step by step photos as well as videos will be made available starting Monday. I am so happy to have been able to provide this pattern just ten days after I started working on the blanket design. I have worked hard to finish the pattern, and can’t wait to get the step by step photos and videos up as I know many crafter rely on them. I tried to make the written instruction as detailed as possible, including the addition of stitch markers to make the instructions more clear.

For now, you can get a start with the available photos. Hope you enjoy this one!

PDF Format

The PDF version of this pattern is available on Etsy and Ravelry, and both US and UK Terms PDFs are included in the purchase.

This pattern is in UK Terms – Click here for US Terms

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Free Crochet Pattern: Heirloom Collection Blanket (US Terms)

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Hello, crafter! The Heirloom Collection Blanket pattern is finally here! Written instructions are below and step by step photos as well as videos will be made available starting Monday. I am so happy to have been able to provide this pattern just ten days after I started working on the blanket design. I have worked hard to finish the pattern, and can’t wait to get the step by step photos and videos up as I know many crafter rely on them. I tried to make the written instruction as detailed as possible, including the addition of stitch markers to make the instructions more clear.

For now, you can get a start with the available photos. Hope you enjoy this one!

PDF Format

The PDF version of this pattern is available on Etsy and Ravelry, and both US and UK Terms PDFs are included in the purchase.

This pattern is in US Terms – Click here for UK Terms

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Scheepjes Colour Lab CAL: Part 6 (US Terms)

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Hello lovely crafter! Welcome to Part 6 of the Colour Lab CAL! I’m so excited that this next part is finally released, and we can all get started working on it together. I published a Main Page and a Tips and Tricks page (US Terms // UK Terms), so if you haven’t read through those, you may wan to check them out!

If you don’t have your yarn yet, you can still get a kit, and that information is below. Be sure to read this whole post very carefully, including the Measurements and Gauge section for this part, as it has important information. There are tips throughout the post, so be sure to take a look at everything.

This tutorial is in US Terms. If you are looking for UK Terms, click here!

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Scheepjes Colour Lab CAL: Part 6 (UK Terms)

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Hello lovely crafter! Welcome to Part 6 of the Colour Lab CAL! I’m so excited that this next part is finally released, and we can all get started working on it together. I published a Main Page and a Tips and Tricks page (US Terms // UK Terms), so if you haven’t read through those, you may wan to check them out!

If you don’t have your yarn yet, you can still get a kit, and that information is below. Be sure to read this whole post very carefully, including the Measurements and Gauge section for this part, as it has important information. There are tips throughout the post, so be sure to take a look at everything.

This tutorial is in UK Terms. If you are looking for US Terms, click here!

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Heirloom Collection Blanket: My Latest Work in Progress

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Hello, lovely! I recently got some yarn in the mail – always a joy! – and I just have to tell you about it. If you love Colour Crafter then you will love “Scrumptious”, this new yarn from Scheepjes! If you are working up the Colour Lab CAL, you might be trying out the Scrumptious Kit, and if so, you already know how plush and soft this yarn is. If you haven’t used it yet, I recommend giving it a shot!

I already have a plan in mind for this yarn, so I ordered specific colors, but of course, I have my Colour Lab CAL Scrumptious demo kit yarn as well, and I just might cook up a smaller project for my leftovers! For now, I wanted to show you the color palette for my upcoming blanket design using the Scrumptious yarn. Read to the end for a sneak peek at my work in progress!

Look out for this free pattern on March 3rd! Grab your yarn so you can be ready. Details below!

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Scheepjes Colour Lab CAL: Part 5 (US Terms)

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Hello lovely crafter! Welcome to Part 5 of the Colour Lab CAL! I’m so excited that this next part is finally released, and we can all get started working on it together. I published a Main Page and a Tips and Tricks page (US Terms // UK Terms), so if you haven’t read through those, you may wan to check them out!

If you don’t have your yarn yet, you can still get a kit, and that information is below. Be sure to read this whole post very carefully, including the Measurements and Gauge section for this part, as it has important information. There are tips throughout the post, so be sure to take a look at everything.

This tutorial is in US Terms. If you are looking for UK Terms, click here!

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Scheepjes Colour Lab CAL: Part 5 (UK Terms)

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Hello lovely crafter! Welcome to Part 5 of the Colour Lab CAL! I’m so excited that this next part is finally released, and we can all get started working on it together. I published a Main Page and a Tips and Tricks page (US Terms // UK Terms), so if you haven’t read through those, you may wan to check them out!

If you don’t have your yarn yet, you can still get a kit, and that information is below. Be sure to read this whole post very carefully, including the Measurements and Gauge section for this part, as it has important information. There are tips throughout the post, so be sure to take a look at everything.

This tutorial is in UK Terms. If you are looking for US Terms, click here!

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Scheepjes Colour Lab CAL: Part 4 (US Terms)

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Hello lovely crafter! Welcome to Part 4 of the Colour Lab CAL! I’m so excited that this next part is finally released, and we can all get started working on it together. I published a Main Page and a Tips and Tricks page (US Terms // UK Terms), so if you haven’t read through those, you may wan to check them out!

If you don’t have your yarn yet, you can still get a kit, and that information is below. Be sure to read this whole post very carefully, including the Measurements and Gauge section for this part, as it has important information. There are tips throughout the post, so be sure to take a look at everything.

This tutorial is in US Terms. If you are looking for UK Terms, click here!

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Scheepjes Colour Lab CAL: Part 4 (UK Terms)

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Hello lovely crafter! Welcome to Part 4 of the Colour Lab CAL! I’m so excited that this next part is finally released, and we can all get started working on it together. I published a Main Page and a Tips and Tricks page (US Terms // UK Terms), so if you haven’t read through those, you may wan to check them out!

If you don’t have your yarn yet, you can still get a kit, and that information is below. Be sure to read this whole post very carefully, including the Measurements and Gauge section for this part, as it has important information. There are tips throughout the post, so be sure to take a look at everything.

This tutorial is in UK Terms. If you are looking for US Terms, click here!

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