Tell me I’m not the only one who’s completely lost track of what day it is?! 😅 Between Easter chocolate, family time, and “I’ll just do a quick bit of crochet”… (we all know how that ends 👀)… It’s been one of those weekends! So I’m curious… 👉 Did you get any stitching time in? 👉 Start something new… or still side-eyeing that WIP pile? 😅👉 Or did you actually take a proper break? I’ve been having a little think over the weekend too… about how much I love seeing what you’re all creating, helping when you get stuck, and those little “aha!” moments when something just clicks. And it’s exactly why I created the Mosaic Overlay Crochet Hub. Inside there, it’s a bit more… ✨ in-depth✨ step-by-step ✨ proper support as you go …rather than just the quick bits we can do here. If you’ve ever thought: 👉 “I wish I properly understood mosaic overlay” 👉 “I want to feel more confident reading charts” 👉 “I’d love a bit more guidance as I go…” …then you’d absolutely love it in there. No pressure at all — just wanted to open the door for you. BUT for now… Tell me 👇What’s currently on your hook right now? 🧶

Let’s see what everyone is working on this week! Are you currently crocheting: 🔹 A mosaic overlay blanket 🔹 A cushion or smaller project 🔹 One of my patterns 🔹 Designing your own mosaic chart 🔹 Something completely different Drop a photo or comment below and tell us: ✨ What project is it? ✨ What colours are you using ✨ Whether it's going well… or fighting you 😅 I’ll jump in and comment on a few projects too! Let’s fill this discussion with some mosaic inspiration 🧶

One of the things that separates a good mosaic overlay design from a great one is how the image reads from a distance. Looking at the Moonlit Winter Stag design, I deliberately kept the stag silhouette bold and simplified so it remains clear when worked in stitches. 👀 Your turn: When you look at a mosaic design, what do you think makes the image work well? Is it: • Strong contrast between colours • Clean outlines • Simplicity of shapes • The spacing around the motif • Something else? Designing mosaic patterns is often about what you leave out as much as what you include. I’d love to hear your thoughts — especially if you've ever had a chart that looked great on screen but didn't translate well in crochet. Angela The Pattern Scribe

Thank you for all your votes and interestingly… while the Hub votes were close, Love You To The Moon has created real momentum over on Facebook this week 🚀 So that makes it our Pattern of the Month winner for February! 🌙 To celebrate, I’m offering 50% OFF for 24 hours 🎉 You can grab your discounted copy via:🛍 Etsy🧶 Ravelry If you’ve been thinking about crocheting this bold mosaic overlay blanket, now’s the perfect time to start those rows building. Thank you for helping shape the decision — I love that this community genuinely influences what gets featured each month 💛 Etsy: https://thepatternscribe.etsy.com/uk/listing/1684281174/love-you-to-the-moon-and-back-pdf Ravelry: Ravelry: Love You To The Moon and Back pattern by Angela Bolster

Heritage Poppies was created to honour remembrance, resilience, and enduring gratitude. Bold poppy motifs rise from structured geometric borders, creating a blanket that feels powerful yet respectful — a true statement piece with meaning stitched into every row. This design is worked primarily one colour per row using the mosaic overlay technique, with a third colour added using the Tapestry Method for the poppies. The structure is rhythmic and satisfying, and as the rows build, the imagery gradually emerges. It’s especially rewarding for confident crocheters who love bold, intentional design. ✨ Finished size: approx. 48” x 66” ✨ Full written instructions + complete charts ✨ US terminology ✨ Intermediate–Advanced ✨ Can also be made in two colours Whether you choose traditional red poppies or interpret the design in your own colourway, this piece is designed to feel personal, thoughtful, and timeless. The pattern is now available as a digital PDF download: Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/heritage-poppies Etsy: https://thepatternscribe.etsy.com/uk/listing/4462861527/mosaic-overlay-crochet-poppy-blanket Website: https://payhip.com/b/Pg2Rh If you have any questions about construction or colour placement — drop them below 👇 Angela The Pattern Scribe 🌿