It’s a lovely idea however the pattern, the written pattern and the video instructions don’t match in places, especially one place where it throws off the entire account for a big section. I contacted the designer and she basically told me I was crazy, but there is a difference between the video and the written pattern. The video is correct. The written pattern is not.
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What you'll need
| One size only: | 47" x 47" |
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Premier Yarns Anti-Pilling Everyday Worsted Solids -
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Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran 5 Ball Value Pack
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13 |
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Product Description
Come learn the joy of crocheting cables and lush texturized stitches with the Celtic Mandala Throw! Using the fundamental crochet stitches you already know, you won't believe how easy these stitches can be to learn. Made in a neutral color, this will look lovely in any room in your home. A complete video tutorial is included.
Celtic Mandala Throw
$8.39
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Celtic Mandala Throw by Bonnie Bay Crochet
Project Overview
The Celtic Mandala Throw is an intermediate-level crochet blanket designed by Bonnie Barker and published by Bonnie Bay Crochet. This square throw measures 47 inches by 47 inches, making it an ideal size for draping over furniture or displaying as a decorative accent. The finished blanket features intricate Celtic-inspired mandala patterns created through textured crochet techniques, and its neutral colorway ensures it complements any home décor style.
Craft and Techniques
This project focuses on crochet as the primary craft method. Despite the intermediate skill level, the pattern emphasizes that crafters who already know fundamental crochet stitches will find these specialized techniques surprisingly accessible to learn. The design showcases cable stitches as a special technique, allowing crocheters to explore dimensional, textured effects that create the visual interest of the Celtic mandala design. The combination of cables and lush textured stitches demonstrates how basic crochet foundations can be elevated into sophisticated, visually striking patterns.
Stitches and Stitch Details
The Celtic Mandala Throw employs fundamental crochet stitches as its foundation, with single crochet featured prominently in the gauge specifications. The pattern incorporates cable stitches as a special technique to create the dimensional Celtic mandala effects. These specialty stitches build upon basic crochet knowledge, making the project suitable for intermediate-level crafters who want to expand their technical repertoire without requiring advanced expertise.
Materials and Tools
Yarn: Premier Yarns Anti-Pilling Everyday Worsted weight yarn in a neutral color. The project requires 13 skeins total, with each skein containing 203 yards (186 meters) and weighing 4 ounces (113 grams). The yarn is composed of 100% anti-pilling acrylic, offering durability and easy care.
Hooks and Notions: An I hook (9/5.50 mm) is used throughout the project. A yarn needle is required for weaving in and hiding loose ends upon completion.
Gauge and Finished Dimensions
The pattern specifies a gauge of 14 stitches and 12 rows over 4 inches when working single crochet. The finished Celtic Mandala Throw measures 47 inches square, creating a substantial throw-sized blanket suitable for various home settings.
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| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Featured Products: | Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran 5 Ball Value Pack |
| Pages: | 9 |
| Designer: | Bonnie Bay Crochet |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | The Premier Yarns Anti-Pilling Everyday yarn skeins I used had 203 yards per skein. You will need approx. 2,639 yards to complete this project. |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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Many reviewers praise the throw's design and say the pattern is easy to follow, and some find the designer's YouTube videos helpful for tricky stitches. Complaints are uncommon, but a few say the written pattern differs from the video or is unclear in places, and some find the corners and cable sections hard to follow.
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easy to follow but watching the you tube video for some of the stitches helps great stitch variety since I had never done almost complete for mother's day gift
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I love this pattern, have started it and it's so easy to follow. I'm almost to the cable part but the instructions are very easy to follow that I don't think I'll have any problems. I love all things Celtic and fell in love with this blanket throw as soon as I saw it!
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Beautiful pattern. Not for the faint hearted. The yarn is very nice to work with and is looking so good in this intricate pattern,
Beautiful yarn
The written pattern is not written up the same as the video tutorial! Many complaints as confusing and frustrating! I left constructictive criticism, but felt it fell on deaf ears! Very disappointed, I have been crocheting for over 50 years, so I'm not a novice at crochet. The problem is Bonnie had the pattern proof read, when in actuality, the pattern should been crocheted by actual testers! I found numerous mistakes that didn't line up with the video tutorial! This is a beautiful Afghans,...
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Thoroughly enjoyed making this throw and the video on YouTube helped with the tricky stitches that were new to me all Bonnies makes are beautiful
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The pattern I paid $6.00 does not work. I wasted 4 days trying to figure it out even using the video on YouTube and it still does not work. I am so disappointed and sorry I wasted my money. The issue is with the pattern creator, not LoveCrafts.
This pattern is fantastic, the designer also has YouTube videos which made the more complicated stitches and transitions a breeze.
Always a pleasure
The pattern works up easy and I didn’t see any inaccuracies. I would definitely recommend it
i am a very experienced crocheter but i did find this throw a real challenge, i have put it aside for now and will get back to it later, i am upto the cable part and am finding the twisting part of the pattern hard to manage with my arthritic hands and wrists so im blaming the fact that i am getting on in years for my inability to master this part however i will persevere when i get a good day. thank you for the challenge kay