Tidal Bloom by Kristin Omdahl

Tidal Bloom

Crochet
October 2025
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
10 stitches = 4 inches
in double crochet in spiral
5.0 mm (H)
623 yards (570 m)
14 in square
US
English
This pattern is available for free.

The Tidal Bloom Pillow was inspired by a tender moment in The Sea Glass Journal between Tess and her son, Miles — a marine biologist whose fascination with sharks mirrors his adventurous spirit. Throughout his life, Tess reminded him to “jump at the right waves,” a lesson about courage, timing, and trusting life’s flow.

I wanted to design something that quietly honors that connection — a piece that evokes the sea without being literal. The result is this elegant, coastal-inspired pillow, worked in soft gray tones reminiscent of ocean depths, with a swirling surface-crochet flower that blooms like a tide in motion.

The Tidal Bloom Pillow captures both strength and serenity — a reminder that chasing your dreams, like the movement of the sea, can be both powerful and peaceful. Whether it rests on your couch, bed, or favorite reading chair, it brings a touch of ocean calm and heartfelt meaning to any space.

Watch the step-by-step video tutorial below to crochet along with me!