This is a 20-window square in my abstract series. It was supposed to be my version of pine cones lying on the ground, but it also reminds me of bacteria or viruses now (probably because I’m writing this during COVID-19). The finished square could easily be turned, so if you want it facing a certain way in your finished blanket be sure to use some stitch markers to remind you which way is up. Or you could purposefully have some going sideways for extra detail in your project.

You will receive one file containing:

• the interlocking pattern
• a one-page chart (41 x 41)
• the mosaic pattern (including instructions for an envelope border)

Now includes a chart marked with X’s for mosaic crochet
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The Locked Filet Mesh (LFM) interlocking crochet method uses only chain spaces and double crochets to create a mesh; two colors are worked alternately which creates the pattern.

Mosaic crochet is single crochet and double crochet stitches. The double crochet stitches cover some of the other color’s single crochet stitches to create the design. My patterns instruct you to cut your yarn at the end of each row. The back is striped but often gives a faint impression of the pattern on the front (sort of like illusion knitting). See an example here.
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I have YouTube tutorials available for both crochet methods! Follow this link to get to my YouTube channel and find my other social links: https://ashleeslint.com/link-in-bio.
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For Interlocking Crochet, You Will Need

• Worsted Weight Yarn (131 yards)
• Main Color (MC) – 60 yards plus 11 yards for optional SC border
• Accent Color (AC) – 60 yards
• Crochet hook: 4.5 mm (US7)
• Stitch marker
• Gauge: 16 stitches x 8 rows in one color = 4” square

For Mosaic Crochet, You Will Need

• Worsted Weight Yarn (140 yards)
• Main Color (MC) – 70 yards
• Coordinating Color (CC) – 70 yards
• Crochet hook: 4.5 mm (US7)
• Scissors
• Gauge: 16 stitches x 16 rows = 4” square

©️ Ashlee Brotzell 2020.
All rights reserved. This publication is protected under federal copyright laws. Reproduction or distribution, in whole or in part, in any medium, is strictly prohibited. 

What does this mean?
This is an original pattern by Ashlee Brotzell. You may not copy, reproduce, sell, or share any part of it whether for profit or not. This includes, but is not limited to, the written pattern, the chart, and the photos. No translations or video tutorials are allowed. 

Sales of your finished items are, of course, unrestricted (and I wish you all the best!). I appreciate credit given to the designer when possible but it is not a requirement. You may tag me @AshleesLint or direct people to my website www.ashleeslint.com