Mum Blanket Square

"Imagine a cozy crochet blanket, crafted from squares stitched in worsted weight yarn in warm autumn hues. At the center of this square blooms a delicate chrysanthemum, intricately stitched with chain spaces to make it lacy. The petals radiate from a solid, circular center. This written crochet blanket square pattern includes a free, complete tutorial video to help newer crocheters master this pattern. Difficulty Level: Easy+ Yarn: Cascade Yarns Pacific (60% Acrylic, 40% Superwash Merino Wool; 213 yds; 100 g; Worsted Weight/4/medium): 2 skeins #113 Bordeaux. Crochet Hook: J/10 (6 mm), or size needed to obtain gauge. Notions: Tapestry needle. Gauge: 5 rnds of square = About 4 1/4 inches gently stretched."

Crochet HookJ/10 or 6 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet Gauge5 rnds of square = About 4 1/4 inches, gently stretched

Finished SizeAbout 8 inches square

Materials List

• 1 skein Cascade Yarns Pacific in color #113 Bordeaux
• Size J (6 mm) crochet hook, or size needed to match gauge
• Tapestry needle