Create a statement crochet rug with an intricate lace-inspired design, rich texture, and dimensional relief details.

Aphrodite is a large oval rug designed to become a focal point in an interior. The pattern combines openwork sections with pronounced textured elements and guides you through the entire rug row by row.

The written pattern is fully in English. A step-by-step video tutorial is also included to demonstrate the crochet process visually.

FINISHED SIZE

Approx. 120 × 75 in (305 × 192 cm)

The finished size may vary depending on the cord and hook you use.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• PDF crochet pattern in English
• Complete row-by-row written instructions
• Step-by-step video tutorial
• Detailed demonstration of textured and relief elements
• Unlimited access through your Ravelry library

Please note: the written pattern is fully in English. The accompanying video is in Russian and does not include English subtitles, but the crochet process and techniques are demonstrated visually.

Internet access is required to watch the video.

SKILL LEVEL

Intermediate

This pattern is suitable for crocheters who are comfortable with basic crochet techniques and are ready to work with a large, detailed project.

The design includes textured and relief stitches, increases and decreases, shaping elements, and continuous joined crochet.

MATERIALS

• Braided cord
• 10 mm crochet hook
• Approx. 3,150 m (3,445 yd) of cord

The original rug was made with 5 mm polyester braided cord with a core.

The original cord weighs approximately:

• 3.8 g per meter
• 380 g per 100 m
• 13.4 oz per 109 yd

CHOOSING A CORD

You do not need to use the same cord brand, exact diameter, or a cord with a core.

The most important characteristic is the construction of the cord. Look for a BRAIDED cord rather than a soft twisted macramé cord. Twisted macramé cords behave differently when crocheted and will not produce the same structure and stitch definition.

Depending on the manufacturer and country, a suitable material may be sold as braided cord, polyester cord, crochet cord, or simply cord.

The diameter stated by the manufacturer is only a general reference. Different cords labeled with the same diameter can vary considerably in actual thickness and density.

A more useful reference is the weight of the cord. The original cord weighs approximately 3.8 g/m (380 g per 100 m / 13.4 oz per 109 yd).

Your substitute does not need to match this number exactly. A somewhat lighter or heavier braided cord can also be used.

Please keep in mind that changing the cord may affect the finished size, texture, and total amount of cord required.

The stated requirement of approximately 3,150 m (3,445 yd) is based on the original cord and should be treated as a reference when using a substitute.

COLOR OPTIONS

Aphrodite can be crocheted in a single color or with your own color combination or gradient.

Changing colors does not change the construction of the pattern, so you can adapt the design to your interior and preferred palette.

IMPORTANT

This listing is for a DIGITAL CROCHET PATTERN. No finished rug or physical product will be shipped.

After purchase, the PDF will be available in your Ravelry library.

You may sell finished items made from this pattern. Please credit Tatiana Ryazanova / LaceMats as the designer.

Please do not copy, redistribute, resell, or claim the pattern itself as your own.

If you have questions while working on your rug, you are welcome to contact me.