Shimmer is an overlay mosaic crochet pattern inspired by the iconic beaded curtains of the hippy era.

Shimmer brings the retro charm of the 1960s and 1970s, and whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or new to the world of mosaic crochet, this pattern is designed to spark your creativity.

​Feel free to experiment with your favourite colour combinations—whether aiming for a soft, nostalgic vibe or the bold, eclectic energy of the psychedelic era.

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This pattern has all the charts and written instructions you need to complete the blanket.

The PDF has nine easy-to-read charts (with X’s for DCs) for each pattern included, as well as corresponding written instructions.
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Two PDFs are available - one using US terms and one using UK terms.

​​The pattern includes instructions for two different sizes.
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• Large - 105cm wide by 138cm long with a 3-row double border (182 stitches x 223 rows)
• Small - 90cm wide by 105cm long with a 3-row double border (149 stitches x 174 rows) ​

​You can use any yarn and corresponding hook you like for this pattern; just remember a tighter tension is better for mosaic crochet.

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Large Size

I used Yarnsmiths Create DK - Pale Silver (3035) and Yarnsmiths Play DK - Shimmy (1F003)

Main Body of the Blanket:

• Colour A – Pale Silver - 480g (1392 metres / 1522 yards)
• Colour B – Shimmy – 350g (1260 metres / 1378 yards)

3-row double border:

• 160g (464 metres / 507 yards)

Tools:

• 4mm hook (for the main blanket)
• 3mm hook (for the double border)
• Scissors
• Stitch markers

Size:

• 105cm wide by 138cm long with a 3-row double border (182 stitches x 223 rows)

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Small Size

I used Yarnsmiths Create DK -Claret Red (3090) and Yarnsmiths Create DK Glitter – White (G3040)

Main Body of the Blanket:

• Colour A – Claret Red - 280g (812 metres / 888 yards)
• Colour B – White– 250g (725 metres / 792 yards)

3-row double border:

• 130g (377 metres / 412 yards)

Tools:

• 4mm hook (for the main blanket)
• 3mm hook (for the double border)
• Scissors
• Stitch markers

Size:

• 90cm wide by 105cm long with a 3-row double border (149 stitches x 174 rows)

Gauge:

18 stitches and 18 rows for a 10x10cm tension square using a 4mm hook.