About Labyrinth Celtic mandala blanket



Designing is a magic process. Really! Sometimes when I get an idea I feel my hands and my head don’t belong to me anymore. They are guided by some powerful, inspiring energy – till the end, when new crochet design is finally finished. And I truly believe creative ideas live on their own, and choose people (designers, artists and crafters) with whom they “want to work”. And this becomes even more obvious when I see what other people create with my patterns. Last week there was one of those moments when you silently look at the picture and can hardly say anything. Last week I saw Labyrinth Celtic mandala blanket finished by Taemombo (that's a Ravelry name as the author asked not to use her real name in the post).
Labyrinth Celtic Mandala Blanket (overlay crochet)

I have been following Taemombo's work in my Ravelry group. I remember when she first posted and told she would like to combine several mandala’s and make a blanket. That’s sounded very interesting, though I couldn’t really imagine how it would turn out in the end! And today I am so happy to host Taemombo on my blog. She has kindly agreed to answer my questions and share her creative journey with us (all pictures are credited to Taemombo and used with her permission).

- Your blanket looks amazing!! How did you come up with this idea?

- I was looking for a pattern without flowers and not too girly so I could make a blanket for my husband. Every blanket I had made before I gave away. He has always been so supportive with the compliments and money for yarn, I decided it was his turn to get one.  I bought some yarn and he liked the colors so decided they would be for his blanket.
Labyrinth Celtic Mandala Blanket (overlay crochet)

When I saw the Labyrinth Mandala come up on Ravelry I was so excited. It was perfect!! I made the first mandala and he loved it, so I just kept making them. I had already made one Celtic Mandala which I enjoyed the challenge and figured I could work it into the blanket as well. So I had all these mandalas growing but wasn’t sure how to turn them into a blanket.
Labyrinth Celtic Mandala Blanket (overlay crochet)

First I thought I would square them but since I’m not a designer and just a crocheter I needed a pattern especially since it was big and I didn’t want to ruin it now. I needed more stitches per round to square and decided Joana’s Mandala suited the Celtic Mandala, so added the last 14 rounds. I put all the notes about mandala modifications on my Ravelry project page, and you can check them HERE.

Still not convinced how to turn ready mandalas into a blanket I went back to Ravelry scouting for ideas. I came across the Summer Mosaic pattern by Julie Yaeger and figured, hey, this would work. After the Labyrinth Mandala’s were finished I laid them out on the floor. Looking at that picture all of a sudden I remembered a Waldo’s Puzzle square I had seen, so added that into the equation. Next was the border and Labyrinth Border had come out in the mean time. It was so fitting, and I had to use it! I added the last border section to the blanket with a few minor alterations to keep it square (without increases).
Labyrinth Celtic Mandala Blanket (overlay crochet)

- How many blankets have you made in your life? What do you do with finished items?

The first blanket and mandala I had ever made was Mandala Madness CAL by Helen Shrimpton, which my best friend convinced me I should do with her. I was one of those people who said they would never make a blanket, never say never. While I was doing the CAL it was just too much time between releases so I added another blanket to my project list for my son. My niece got engaged as well so another blanket added to my project page! I was hooked! Made 7 blankets so far. They make excellent hugs to give away.

Always admired Tatsiana’s mandalas and didn’t know if that might be way beyond my ability but as I kept going and loved learning new stitches and techniques I decided it was time to tackle one which turned into two. My best friend’s blanket deserved the best. I chose Mint Coffee Mandala, then enlarged it with bits of Spanish Mandala and added Dandelion Border using Sophie loves Lilla Bjorn winter blanket pattern.
Labyrinth Mandala Blanket (overlay crochet)

- When did you learn to crochet?

- I started crocheting by accident really. My sister did lots and told my daughter she should get her to teach her. She just laughed at me and said I should learn and make her things. Since her birthday was just a few weeks away and she was going away for a week I decided to surprise her by learning how to crochet and make her something for her birthday. So got my sister to teach me the chain and single crochet, then I went home and found a video tutorial for a mouse, my first project. That was December 2014.


- Do you also knit?

- Knitting, no! Grandma tried when I was about 8-10 but I couldn’t cast on or off and tension was all over the map as well as the number of stitches. I failed, never tried since.

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Tree of Life pillow – new overlay crochet pattern



To Celebrate National Crochet Month


Did you know that March is a National Crochet Month? Yes, it’s almost end of month – that’s true. But still it’s not too late to join the celebration. Today I am happy to be a representative of 5th Annual NatCroMo Blog tour. Please, visit their official page HERE to get acquainted with other participating designers. And HERE you can read a short interview with me.
Tree of Life pillow - overlay crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn


To celebrate National Crochet Month I have just released a new overlay crochet pattern. Recently I have been under influence of Celtic designs, and I have created several Celtic patterns (check my Celtic Mandala and Celtic Tiles Blanket). I have been in love with crochet cables for a while now and got an idea of a new design. I wanted to “draw” a tree. A lonely but hoping tree.

Three months ago together with my family and friends we spent a week in the mountains, enjoying true winter with freezing temperatures and lots of snow. We went skiing in the mornings and enjoyed evenings in front of the fireplace. And we made lots of walks around the neighborhood with our dog. During these long walks I saw lots of lonely trees in the fields, frozen and covered with snow. They looked magic.
Tree of Life pillow - overlay crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn


In one of the evenings I draw a sketch of a tree on a napkin. I felt so inspired and wishing to recreate this drawing into crochet when I returned home. And it worked!!! Later I added two cabled panels to frame a tree square, and to turn it into a pillow throw.

So here is my new Tree of Life pillow pattern! It is available for purchase HERE on Ravelry.

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Tree of Life pillow - overlay crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn

Tree of Life pillow - overlay crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn

I used Stone Washed XL yarn* (aran weight) in shade Crystal Quartz (854) to express my feelings about last winter. And when the pattern was ready, I decided to make another pillow in light green color New Jade (859) – 8 skeins for complete pillow throw. Because of gauge difference you will need two hooks for this project – 4.5mm (7) and 5mm (H). The clasp includes 2 wooden buttons in appropriate size (I used Scheepjes olive wood buttons* - 30mm).
Tree of Life pillow - overlay crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn

Because of multiple front post stitches the crochet fabric is pretty tight and dense, so no lining is not needed.

Central Tree panel can be used as a separate decoration – for an old fabric pillowcase, for example. Or as a motif for an afghan (and if you use soft yarn, the square will not be so stiff). I thought it can also work nicely for a potholder, so I made one for myself with Catona yarn* in shade Kiwi (205) with Petal Peach (263) for the edge. To complement my new potholder, I made another one with Celtic Tiles free pattern. And lined both pieces with natural linen fabric (just stitched it by hand to crochet).
Tree of Life potholder - overlay crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn

Tree of Life pillow pattern is aimed to intermediate crocheters who already know how to make front post stitches and keep the gauge under control. There are lots of progress pictures and complete stitch guide in the pattern. A print friendly copy is also available for download. The pattern has been thoroughly tested by 11 testers. I hope you will enjoy it, and of course I am always here to help you.
Tree of Life pillow - overlay crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn

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Brief information about Tree of Life pillow pattern:

  • Level: Intermediate (front post stitches)
  • Materials: aran yarn in one colour (Stone Washed XL by Scheepjes - available via Wool Warehouse HERE*, Deramores HERE*, Paradise Fibers (US)* and in your local Scheepjes shops), 4.5mm (US7) and 5mm (H) crochet hooks, stitch markers, scissors, tapestry needle to weave in ends.
  • The size of finished pillow depends on the yarn and hook you use. My pillow is approx. 40 cm (16 inches) large.
  • Language: English
  • Instructions: US crochet terms and abbreviations (including complete stitch guide), written instructions, step-by-step pictures. Print friendly copy of the pattern is available (with no pictures)
  • Tree of Life pillow pattern is available HERE on Ravelry. Use code TREE to get 25% off through Monday, March 27. 
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Whirl Mandala Cardigan - FREE crochet pattern



Crochet round vests (or circle jackets) can be very different. Whirl Mandala Cardigan is my own version of this beloved garment shape. Plain circle instead of lace mandala in the center gives it a classical look, and soft gradient color changes of Whirl yarn by Scheepjes make this garment unique. With just one skein you will create a fresh accessory for yourself or a gift for your relatives or friends. This free crochet pattern is aimed to beginners! Enjoy! (You can see more pictures of Whirl mandala cardigan HERE).

Whirl Mandala Cardigan - FREE crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn - www.lillabjorncrochet.com


Les explications sont aussi disponibles en français ICI
Het patroon in het Nederlands - Cirkelvest
Návod v češtině najdete ZDE
A magyar nyelvű fordítás ITT található. Fordította M Kovács Ágnes
Μετάφραση στα Ελληνικά από την Κατερίνα Πουτιού HERE.

What you’ll need


  • Yarn in one color. I used cotton blend yarn “Whirl" by Scheepjes (reviewed HERE)  in shade Liquorice Yumyum (751). One skein for entire cardigan. Please note that depending on your gauge you might need more yarn.
          Whirl yarn is available at Wool Warehouse* (HERE), Taemombo (US and Canada) or in your local Scheepjes shops.
  • Clover Amour crochet hook 3.25 mm (D)* or size needed to get an acceptable gauge.
  • Stitch markers, scissors, tapestry needle to weave in yarn tails.


Level

Beginner

Gauge


Gauge is only critical for this pattern if you are using Whirl yarn and want to stay within one skein. After Round 5 the piece measures approx. 10cm/4in across.

Finished size


One size (S to L). Cardigan measures approx. 40cm (15 ½ in) between arm holes (the shoulders). And approx. 82cm (32in) long measured on the back from neck to the bottom.

Abbreviations and Stitch Guide (US terms)


US standard abbreviations are used in this pattern. But if you are used to other terms, please check this Crochet Translation Project which might be helpful in translation to your native language.

st(s) stitch(es)
beg beginning
ch chain
yo yarn over
lp(s) loop(s)
ss (slip stitch) – insert hook in indicated st, yo, draw yarn up and pull 2nd lp through the 1st lp on hook.
sc (single crochet) – insert hook in indicated stitch, yo, draw up a lp, yo and pull through both lps on hook.
hdc (half double crochet) - yo, insert hook in indicated st, yo, draw up a lp, yo, pull through 3 lps.
dc (double crochet) – yo, insert hook in indicated st, yo, draw up a lp, *yo, pull through 2 lps* twice.
*…* *crochet following directions* as many times as indicated
[…] [crochet following directions] as many times as indicated


Pattern notes


  • Whirl Mandala Cardigan is crocheted in round on right side, each round is joined with ss.
  • Ch2 in the beginning of each round doesn’t count as dc. So 1st dc is made in the same st as join.
  • Ch5 in the beginning of the round counts as 1dc and ch2.
Whirl Mandala Cardigan - FREE crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn - www.lillabjorncrochet.com

INSTRUCTIONS

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Central mandala


Round 1: Working with yarn tail from the center of the skein. Make magic ring, ch2 (doesn’t count as dc here and throughout) and 12dc into ring. Tighten the ring and finish with ss top of 1st dc after ch2. (12 dc)

Round 2: ch2, 2dc in each st around (1st dc increase is made in the same st as join), finish with ss top of 1st dc. (24 dc)

Round 3: Note: first dc is made in same st as join (here and throughout)
ch2, *1dc, 2dc in next st* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (36 dc)

Round 4: ch2, *1dc, 2dc in next st, 1dc* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (48 dc)
Round 5: ch2, *3dc, 2dc in next st* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (60 dc)
Round 6: ch2, *2dc, 2dc in next st, 2dc* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (72 dc)
Round 7: ch2, *5dc, 2dc in next st* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (84 dc)
Round 8: ch2, *3dc, 2dc in next st, 3dc* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (96 dc)
Round 9: ch2, *7dc, 2dc in next st* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (108 dc)

Lace part


Round 10: ch5 (counts as dc and ch2), skip same st as join and next st, *1dc, ch2, skip 1 st* repeat around, finish with ss in 3rd ch in the beg of the round. (54 dc and 54 ch2-sps)
Whirl Mandala Cardigan - FREE crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn - www.lillabjorncrochet.com

Round 11. !!!Important Note:!!! on this and ALL NEXT ODD rounds every ch2-sp counts as st. So each dc and increase is either made in dc or ch2-sp. 1st dc is made in same st as join.

ch2, *3dc, 2dc in next st, 4dc, 2dc in next st* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (132 dc)
Whirl Mandala Cardigan - FREE crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn - www.lillabjorncrochet.com

Round 12: As Round 10 (66 dc and 66 ch2-sps)
Round 13: ch2, *4dc, 2dc in next st, 5dc, 2dc in next st* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (156 dc)
Round 14: As Round 10 (78 dc and 78 ch2-sps)
Round 15: ch2, *5dc, 2dc in next st, 6dc, 2dc in next st* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (180 dc)
Round 16: As Round 10 (90 dc and 90 ch2-sps)
Round 17: ch2, *6dc, 2dc in next st, 7dc, 2dc in next st* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (204 dc)
Round 18: As Round 10 (102 dc and 102 ch2-sps)
Round 19: ch2, *7dc, 2dc in next st, 8dc, 2dc in next st* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (228 dc)
Round 20: As Round 10 (114 dc and 114 ch2-sps)
Round 21: ch2, *8dc, 2dc in next st, 9dc, 2dc in next st* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (252 dc)
Round 22: As Round 10 (126 dc and 126 ch2-sps)
Round 23: ch2, *9dc, 2dc in next st, 10dc, 2dc in next st* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (276 dc)
Round 24: As Round 10 (138 dc and 138 ch2-sps)
Round 25: ch2, *10dc, 2dc in next st, 11dc, 2dc in next st* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (300 dc)
Round 26: As Round 10 (150 dc and 150 ch2-sps)
Round 27: ch2, *11dc, 2dc in next st, 12dc, 2dc in next st* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (324 dc)
Round 28: As Round 10 (162 dc and 162 ch2-sps)
Round 29: ch2, *12dc, 2dc in next st, 13dc, 2dc in next st* 12 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (348 dc)

Shaping arm holes


At this point your mandala should measure approx. 57cm/22 ½ in across (when stretched).

Round 30: ch5 (counts as dc and ch2), skip same st as join and next st, *1dc, ch2, skip 1 st* 46 times, 1dc in next st, 46ch loosely, skip 43 sts, *1dc in next st, ch2, skip 1 st* 36 times, 1dc in next st, 46ch loosely, skip 43 sts, *1dc in next st, ch2, skip 1 st* to the end (47 times), finish with ss in 3rd ch in the beg of the round. (132dc, 2 46ch-sps, 130 ch2-sps)
Whirl Mandala Cardigan - FREE crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn - www.lillabjorncrochet.com

Round 31: ch2, *13dc, 2dc in next st, 14dc, 2dc in next st* 3 times, 8dc till next ch46-sp, 1dc in each of next 46ch, 73dc till next 46ch-sp, 1dc in each of next 46ch, 6dc, 2dc in next st, [13dc, 2dc in next st, 14dc, 2dc in next st] 3 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (367 dc)
Whirl Mandala Cardigan - FREE crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn - www.lillabjorncrochet.com

If you are working with Whirl yarn, the color will continue to change. I recommend to break yarn now and crochet around each of two armholes with 2 rounds of sc (make 46 sc on each “front” and “back” and 2sc in each of 2 ch2-sps – 94 sc in total). Then join yarn with ss in the same st as join of Round 31.

Shaping neck


Round 32: ch5 (counts as dc and ch2), skip same st as join and next st, *1dc, ch2, skip 1 st* 73 times, 72sc, ch2, skip next st, [1dc, ch2, skip 1 st] 73 times, finish with ss in 3rd ch in the beg of the round. (147dc, 72sc, 148 ch2-sps)

Round 33: ch2, *14dc, 2dc in next st, 15dc, 2dc in next st* 4 times, 14dc, 2dc in next st, 6dc, 2hdc, 1sc in next sp, 72sc, 1sc in next sp, 2hdc, 6dc, 2dc in next st, [14dc, 2dc in next st, 15dc, 2dc in next st] 4 times, 13dc, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (307dc, 74sc, 4hdc)

Round 34: ch5 (counts as dc and ch2), skip same st as join and next st, *1dc, ch2, skip 1 st* 78 times, 70sc, ch2, skip next st, *1dc, ch2, skip 1 st* 78 times, finish with ss in 3rd ch in the beg of the round. (157dc, 70sc, 158 ch2-sps)

Round 35: ch2, *15dc, 2dc in next st* 10 times, 2hdc, 17sc, 2sc in next st, 24sc, 2sc in next st, 17sc, 2hdc, 2dc in next st, [15dc, 2dc in next st] 10 times, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (342 dc, 4hdc, 62sc)

Lace Edge


Round 36: As Round 10. (204 dc and 204 ch2-sps)
Round 37: ch2, *16dc, 2dc in next st* till end, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (432 dc)
Round 38: As Round 10. (216 dc and 216 ch2-sps)
Round 39: ch2, *17dc, 2dc in next st* till end, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (456 dc)
Round 40: As Round 10. (228 dc and 228 ch2-sps)
Round 41: ch2, *18dc, 2dc in next st* till end, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (480 dc)
Round 42: As Round 10. (240 dc and 240 ch2-sps)
Round 43: ch2, *19dc, 2dc in next st* till end, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (504 dc)
Round 44: As Round 10. (252 dc and 252 ch2-sps)
Round 45: ch2, *20dc, 2dc in next st* till end, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (528 dc)
Round 46: As Round 10. (264 dc and 264 ch2-sps)
Round 47: ch2, *21dc, 2dc in next st* till end, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (552 dc)
Round 48: As Round 10. (276 dc and 276 ch2-sps)
Round 49: ch2, *22dc, 2dc in next st* till end, finish with ss top of 1st dc. (576 dc)
Round 50: As Round 10. (288 dc and 288 ch2-sps)
Round 51: 2sc in next sp, ch5 (counts as dc and ch2), [1dc in next sp, ch2] 10 times, (1dc, ch2, 1dc) in next sp, ch2, *[1dc in next sp, ch2] 11 times, (1dc, ch2, 1dc) in next sp, ch2* repeat till end (23 times), finish with ss in 3rd ch in the beg of the round. (312dc and 312 ch2-sps)

Note: depending on how much yarn is left you can leave out Rounds 52 and 53.

Rounds 52-53: 2sc in next st, ch5, [1dc in next sp, ch2] repeat till end, finish with ss in 3rd ch in the beg of the round. (312dc and 312 ch2-sps)
Round 54: *ch3, ss in next dc* to the end, fasten off, weave ends. Block to measurements.


Congratulations!!! Your Whirl Mandala Cardigan is now finished!

Whirl Mandala Cardigan - FREE crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn - www.lillabjorncrochet.com

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Celtic Love. Simple, quick, unique.



Have you tried Celtic Tiles overlay crochet pattern yet? It is FREE and you can find it HERE (there is also a video available HERE - made by Esther of It's All In A Nutshell). This pattern was written with blanket in mind. But as far as it’s about a crochet square, it can be used in many other ways. And one of them is to make a pillow.
Celtic Tiles pillow - FREE overlay crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn

I have been a little bit addicted to making Celtic squares recently, so I finished more pieces than I actually needed. Four of them were made with Stone Washed yarn* by Scheepjes in Amazonite shade (813). I also had a new pillow cover from IKEA in nice cream shade. So I thought it might be nice to join squares and to stitch finished crocheted decoration onto ready pillow cover. And here is the result!

As you can see large crocheted square is a little bit smaller than the pillowcase. So I centered my Celtic decoration leaving a narrow fabric border. Quick and easy. And unique gift (for yourself or your friends) is ready in almost no time.
Celtic Tiles pillow - FREE overlay crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn

If you are curious about how much yarn was used – each square weights approx. 40g (valid for Stone Washed and 4mm Clover Soft touch hook*).

I am sometimes asked what is the best way to stitch crocheted pieces to fabric. I don’t really know what is the best way, but I always do that by hand with running sewing stitch. I use a needle and yarn of the same color as the border of my crocheted decoration.
Celtic Tiles pillow - FREE overlay crochet pattern by Lilla Bjorn

Crocheted blankets are wonderful, but sometimes it takes forever to finish them. But on the other hand making 1 small square now and then can be a very nice break from a large project. And if your blanket is never finished you can still use ready squares. To make a pillow, for example. :)

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Me and crochet garment?.. Hm… Why not!



Me and designing crochet garments?.. If someone told me 2 years ago I would create my own garments, I would only smile in respond. No way! But life and inspiration have their own plan. And ta-dah… here is my new creation! I haven’t decided about the name yet (maybe you could help me?). But it’s a mandala vest, or round circle jacket.
Crochet mandala vest - made with Whirl yarn by Scheepjes - original design by Lilla Bjorn

Several weeks ago I told you about new Scheepjes yarn – Whirl (reviewed HERE). It’s a cotton blend yarn cake coming in 12 gorgeous shades – all inspired by ice cream flavours. The good news is that Whirl is already available for purchase. You can find it on Wool Warehouse (HERE)* (ships orders internationally) and in your local Scheepjes shops, of course.

I have a special feeling about this yarn, as I fell in love with it at the first glance. When I received a sample cake in black-and-white I just started to crochet a plain circle with double crochet stitches. I didn’t really have any clear idea in mind. Yarn cake itself looked crazy wonderful and I wanted to copy the shape and all the gradient changes of colors.
Crochet mandala vest - made with Whirl yarn by Scheepjes - original design by Lilla Bjorn

After central circle was finished, I changed to a more open pattern thinking it might make a nice summer baby blanket. And suddenly that feeling came. A Mandala Vest! I wanted to turn my new design into a round sleeveless jacket.

To be honest I was not sure if 1 skein of Whirl yarn would be enough or not, but I was hoping. And it worked just perfect! Perfect one size which fits all (S to L). My finished vest measures approx. 40cm (15 ½ in) between arm holes (the shoulders). And it’s approx. 82cm (32 in) long measured on the back from neck to the bottom.
Crochet mandala vest - made with Whirl yarn by Scheepjes - original design by Lilla Bjorn

To say I am not fond of being a photo-model is to say nothing. But since I didn’t have anyone to model for me (and I was so excited to show you my finished vest), so I had to give it a try. I am sending many thanks to my friend Xenia who did a great job. I like some of these pictures very much.
Crochet mandala vest - made with Whirl yarn by Scheepjes - original design by Lilla Bjorn
Crochet mandala vest - made with Whirl yarn by Scheepjes - original design by Lilla Bjorn

I call it a Mandala Vest though there is no true mandala in the center of a circle. I could of course remake it from beginning and start with some lacy mandala design. But I didn’t do it on purpose. Whirl yarn is so gorgeous, and soft gradient colour changes are just amazing. It would be a pity to take attention away from the yarn. So let’s call it a modern version of traditional Mandala Vest. I also think that in this interpretation the jacket can fit a wider number of outfits. It’s simple and looks classical. Though it has a modern shape.
Crochet mandala vest - made with Whirl yarn by Scheepjes - original design by Lilla Bjorn

I will do my best to release the pattern (FREE) next week. So if you would like to make a fresh accessory for yourself, be sure to stop by on my blog again! UPDATE: free pattern for Whirl Mandala Cardigan is HERE.

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