Dolphins - Mosaic & Tapestry Crochet Blanket Pattern

Dive into creativity with this Dolphins mosaic & tapestry crochet pattern, featuring a pair of dolphins gliding through tranquil waves. Designed for crocheters who love rich colorwork and coastal charm, this pattern delivers a beautiful and satisfying project that makes the perfect heirloom blanket, nursery decor, or ocean-themed gift. With carefully crafted charts, detailed instructions, and supportive video tutorials, you’ll feel encouraged and inspired from foundation chain to finished project.

This listing is for a digital PDF crochet pattern — no physical item will be mailed.

WHAT YOU GET (Instant Download)
Your purchase includes 4 PDF files with everything you need to succeed:
• Full mosaic charts
• Clear written pattern instructions
• Detailed instruction packet
• Stitch key and chart legend
• Photo tutorials
• Video tutorials for each type of stitch used in the pattern

Use this pattern to:
• Crochet an ocean-inspired throw with graceful dolphin accents
• Make a meaningful baby gift for a seaside nursery
• Create standout home décor that sparks conversation

TECHNIQUES USED
✔ Mosaic overlay crochet
✔ Tapestry crochet: an additional color is intentionally carried along the row

SKILL LEVEL
✨ Level 3 – Advanced (angle stitches and tapestry color changes)

This mosaic crochet pattern is an advanced skill level and is recommended for crocheters with experience in mosaic overlay crochet. The detailed instructions, photos, and video tutorials will guide you through each step of the project. With a little bit of patience and practice, you’ll be a pro in no time!

If you are new to angle stitches, I highly recommend trying them first with this free Heart Mug Rug pattern. https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/heart-mug-rug-2 This small 7”x 7” project is a great introduction to my angle notation system and includes my full stitch key.

This design is also available in an easier version.
Level 1-Easy (SCBLO and DCFLO stitches only) https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/dolphin-blanket-1

FINISHED SIZE: 35”x 46”
(174 stitches x 227 rows)
Size will vary depending on yarn weight and hook.
This calculation was based on Stylecraft Special DK yarn and hook size of 3.75mm. Gauge: 5 stitched and 5 rows=1 inch

YARN:
Color A- 1365 yds (Blue/Water/Seaweed)
Color B- 896 yds (White)
Color C – 950 yds (Gray/Dolphins)
Color D-Black (small amount for eyes)
2” Double Border – 624 yds

Check out my entire Animals and Their Young series! https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/animals-and-their-young

This pattern is divided into 6 sections and is worked from the bottom up. I would suggest using the Knit Companion app (my personal preference as it is brilliant and saves on printer ink and paper), but I have also included layout instructions if you prefer to print out your charts.

Special thanks to Shirley Sola Osborn for testing this pattern.

IMPORTANT NOTES
• This is a digital PDF pattern only.
• Files are delivered instantly after purchase.
• Patterns are for personal use only. You may sell finished items made from this pattern — please credit Heather Noble Designs as the designer.

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