Find your creative flow and inner peace this summer with the Mountain Meditations Throw! This engaging project takes you on a mindful stitching journey over nine weeks as part of our Crochet-Along (CAL). You’ll create a stunning sampler throw featuring twelve unique crochet squares, each with its own distinct texture and stitch pattern. The accompanying video tutorials will guide you step-by-step, making this project accessible and enjoyable for crocheters of various skill levels. The finished throw is a beautiful and comforting piece, perfect for adding a touch of handmade tranquility to your home or gifting as a thoughtful expression of serenity.

This listing includes:

• Complete written pattern for all twelve unique crochet squares. Detailed video tutorials for each square, released weekly as part of the Crochet-Along.

• Video tutorial and written instructions for joining the squares.

• Video tutorial and written instructions for the featured border.

• Tips and guidance on blocking your squares and finished throw.

• Access to a supportive online community to share your progress, ask questions, and find inspiration.

Join the Crochet-Along!

Embrace a summer of mindful making with our Mountain Meditations Throw Crochet-Along! Follow along week by week as we release new square patterns and video tutorials.

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Stay Connected: Use our dedicated hashtag (e.g., #MountainMeditationsCAL) on your favorite social media platforms to share your progress and connect with fellow makers!

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Crochet-Along Timeline:

June 2025: Setting the Foundation

Week 1 (June 1st - June 7th):
Saturday, June 1st: Video Tutorial for Square 1 released.
Tuesday, June 4th: Video Tutorial for Square 2 released.
Week 2 (June 8th - June 14th):
Saturday, June 8th: Video Tutorial for Square 3 released.
Tuesday, June 11th: Video Tutorial for Square 4 released.
Week 3 (June 15th - June 21st):
Saturday, June 15th: Video Tutorial for Square 5 released.
Tuesday, June 18th: Video Tutorial for Square 6 released.
Mid-CAL Check-in: Special video with progress reflection and Q&A.
Week 4 (June 22nd - June 28th):
Saturday, June 22nd: Video Tutorial for Square 7 released.
Tuesday, June 25th: Video Tutorial for Square 8 released.
Week 5 (June 29th - July 5th):
Saturday, June 29th: Video Tutorial for Square 9 released.
Tuesday, July 2nd: Video Tutorial for Square 10 released.
Week 6 (July 6th - July 12th):
Saturday, July 6th: Video Tutorial for Square 11 released.
Tuesday, July 9th: Video Tutorial for Square 12 released (final individual square).

July 2025: Connecting the Peaks

Week 7 (July 13th - July 19th): Joining the Landscapes!
Comprehensive video tutorial on joining squares.
Written instructions for various joining techniques.
Guidance on weaving in ends and blocking squares.
Week 8 (July 20th - July 26th): Framing the Horizon!
Video tutorial for the featured border.
Instructions for border variations.
Week 9 (July 27th - August 2nd): Completing the Sanctuary!
Final video with tips for blocking the completed throw and care instructions.
Sharing of finished projects from the community begins.

August 2025: Celebrating Your Sanctuary

Dedicated online space (album/gallery) to showcase finished Mountain Meditations Throws.

Special wrap-up video or blog post reflecting on the CAL and celebrating achievements.

Potential virtual “show and tell” event.

Materials:

Yarn: Lion Brand Heartland (Worsted Weight #4; 251yds/230m; 5oz/142g; 100% Acrylic)
A) Kings Canyon (136-180G): 3 skeins (approximately 753 yards / 690 meters)
B) Acadia (136-098U): 3 skeins (approximately 753 yards / 690 meters)
C) Yosemite (136-135J): 2 skeins (approximately 502 yards / 460 meters)
D) Capitol Reef (136-140Q): 2 skeins (approximately 502 yards / 460 meters)
E) Bryce Canyon (136-130R): 2 skeins (approximately 502 yards / 460 meters)

Note from Rohn: Feel free to choose colors that resonate with you and evoke your personal sense of peace and inspiration. The suggested colors are just a starting point!

Crochet Hooks:

US G (4mm) crochet hook (for the squares)
US I (5.5mm) Tunisian crochet hook (some squares may incorporate Tunisian crochet - details provided in individual square patterns)

Notions:

Tapestry Needle for weaving in ends
Scissors
Blocking Materials: Blocking mats, pins, steamer or iron with steam setting (optional, but recommended for a professional finish)
Measuring Tape
Gauge:

Target gauge:

Each block should measure 12 inches square after blocking.
Achieving gauge for individual blocks is important for the final blanket size, as gauge may vary between stitch patterns. More information and tips are provided in each block subsection and video tutorial.

Finished Dimensions:

Finished Blanket Size: Approximately 39 inches wide and 51 inches long.

Skills Covered:

This project will introduce and reinforce a variety of crochet techniques, including:

Basic crochet stitches (single crochet, double crochet, half double crochet, etc.)
Working in rows and rounds
Color changes
Texture stitches (e.g., post stitches, bobbles - specific stitches will vary per square)
Introduction to Tunisian crochet (in some squares)
Joining techniques (various methods will be discussed)
Creating a border
Weaving in ends
Blocking (both individual squares and the finished throw)
Following written patterns and video tutorials

Skill Level:

Adventurous Beginner to Intermediate. While the basic stitches are straightforward, the variety of stitch patterns and the introduction to Tunisian crochet in some squares may be challenging for absolute beginners. However, the detailed video tutorials make it accessible for motivated beginners ready to expand their skills.

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