Does your home need these clever combinations of a neutral color transitioning with brights and texture? This Tunisian crochet color block cushion will bring a pop of interest to any living room.
This design showcases how light and shadow play to create beautiful texture. Three colors are worked in a four-pattern repeat which mimics both the symmetry and organic quality of the natural world.
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Yarn
Tatamy Tweed Worsted (40% Cotton, 60% Acrylic; 180 yards [165m]/ 3.5oz [100g])
Color 1 Rust, 1 ball
Color 2 Harvest, 1 ball
Color 3 Oatmeal, 1 ball
The sample used: 155 yards (88 g) C1, nearly all of C2 and 126 yards (70 g) C3.
Thanks to Kraemer Yarns for providing the yarn and Debbie Cook for making the sample.
Needle/Hook
K10 ½ (6.5mm) Tunisian crochet hook plus 30cm cord.
Or size needed to obtain gauge
Gauge
8 sts and 8 rows = 2” [5cm] in TPS after blocking
Size
Finished size: 15” x 15” [38cm x 38cm] square
Front panel: 15” x 15” [38cm x 38cm] square
Back panels: 10” x 15” [25.4cm long x 38cm wide] rectangle
Notions
Yarn needle, scissors, 15” x 15” [38cm x 38cm] square cushion insert, blocking mat and pins.
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About the Designer: Caitie Moore of Thoresby Cottage
Caitie Moore is the busy mum, designer, and maker behind the blog and online shop Thoresby Cottage.
She is based in the vibrant city of Cape Town, South Africa, where she lives with her husband (live-in tech support), children (official toy testers) and fur-friend Lily. She grew up in a very crafty household, where no DIY project was too big or small. From sewing, to woodwork and jam making, there was always some crazy project underway and usually the whole family got involved. She draws much of her crochet inspiration from nature and loves creating whimsical and cheerful amigurumi and home décor. She is fueled by faith and does most of her designing and making armed with a cup of tea.
Website: https://thoresbycottage.com/
Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/people/thoresbycottage
Instagram: @thoresbycottage
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