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Overlay mosaic crochet might look intricate, but it’s much simpler than it seems! In this post, I’ll show you just how easy (and addictive!) this technique can be, with a beautiful collection of overlay mosaic crochet patterns to inspire your next project.
I’ve gathered together all of my favourite easy mosaic crochet patterns here, along with my handy mosaic crochet tutorial and guide on how to read a mosaic crochet chart! Together, these will help you see just how fun, simple, and satisfying overlay mosaic crochet can be! 🧶
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What is Overlay Mosaic Crochet?
Mosaic crochet is a clever and beautiful colourwork technique used to create bold patterns in two colours! Whilst it looks super complicated, you actually only use one colour per row and work on just one side of the project.
We can work in rows or in rounds. When working in rounds, like in the Yuletide Mosaic Stocking Pattern, we can carry the yarn up the inside of the work instead of fastening off each time.
In this technique, we change colour every row or round and we work either a single crochet into the back loop only of the stitch, or we work a mosaic double crochet stitch into the front loop of the stitch 2 rows or rounds below.
Mosaic Crochet Tutorial
If you’ve not tried overlay mosaic crochet before, you’re going to want to check out our mosaic crochet tutorial! It goes through the whole technique, as well as showing you the difference between Overlay And Inset Mosaic crochet, which can be super confusing!
The stitches are straight forward but it’s definitely worth trying a sample before you get your hook into a big project.
How to read a mosaic crochet chart?
The other thing that can be difficult to grasp at first is how to read a mosaic crochet chart. But have no fear, this tutorial shows you exactly how to do it with step by step instructions for both overlay and inset mosaic crochet.
Overlay Mosaic Crochet Patterns Free
Once you’re happy with the technique, now is the time to find the perfect pattern. I’m amazed to discover I’ve got 18 Overlay Mosaic Crochet Patterns and I can’t wait to share them all with you.
This collection of easy crochet patterns includes garments, accessories, blankets, and Christmas decorations galore, all perfect for your next crochet project!
Mosaic Crochet Patterns in Rows
This stunning crochet Christmas blanket pattern has two different options to choose from. The plain tree is the pattern you will find in the blogpost. The patterned tree is included in the premium pattern available for purchase on Ravelry and Etsy.
This mosaic crochet poncho pattern is made from just two rectangles. It is a simple case of crocheting two panels using a mixture of mosaic crochet and regular crochet, followed by a quick bit of seaming!
This easy overlay mosaic crochet blanket pattern is the perfect project for yarn stashbusting, mindfulness and so much more!
Using a simple stitch repeat that creates delicate diamonds that ripple through the entire blanket, you can style the colours to match your decor and change the look of it entirely.
This Rainbow overlay mosaic crochet blanket pattern for anyone wanting a perfect gift for a special new baby, child or grown-up!
Great for yarn stash-busting, this easy to adapt blanket has a simple 4-row repeat, optional tassels and endless ombre crochet colour possibilities to really make it unique.
Mosaic Crochet Patterns in the Round
The Starlight Hat pattern is the perfect place to start! Find the mosaic crochet beanie pattern in 6 sizes 🙂
In sizes newborn baby to adult it will be a fun and quick make that you can treat the whole family to.
Did someone say there’s a matching mosaic crochet mittens pattern?!
Grab the pattern for those too and start making matching sets – they are the perfect gift don’t you think?
With five different designs, these overlay mosaic crochet tree decorations are going to take pride of place on your Christmas tree every year! They’re quick and easy to make, and give your festive ornaments a personal yet sophisticated look.
This mosaic crochet sweater pattern is a seamless, top-down mosaic crochet design that fits like a dream and looks incredible on everyone. With stunning mosaic colour work and subtle shaping in the top down yoke, this is sure to be a firm favourite.
Let’s have some festive fun with this stunning Mosaic Crochet Christmas Stocking Pattern! With 5 different mosaic crochet designs to choose from, you can create unique stockings for everyone.
Complement your full-size crochet stockings with this mini crochet Christmas stocking pattern.
Make these mini crochet stockings to hang on your Christmas tree, or how about using them as cutlery holders as part of your festive table setting?
This easy mosaic crochet bauble is a great way to learn the overlay mosaic crochet technique and is a fun, modern crochet decoration to hang on your tree too.
Made in rounds using split crochet stitches at the base and top, you can either pop a ready made bauble in it like I have or stuff it to create the shape.
Mosaic crochet can look very intimidating and complicated, but I’m here with this mosaic crochet hat pattern to show you that it doesn’t have to be!
With a stunning geometric pattern and easy instructions, this hat pattern comes in child and adult sizes.
Ankle, standard or knee length – this showstopper crochet sock pattern is sure to keep you cosy whichever length you choose! Using the overlay mosaic crochet technique you can create complicated looking socks with the simplest of stitches.
This art deco crochet bauble pattern has a continuous pattern worked in rounds using mosaic crochet (which is much easier than it looks!).
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This overlay mosaic crochet bauble pattern is a modern mosaic crochet pattern that really pops! You can use any combination of colours you like – the more contrasted they are, the better!
If you love creating special crochet seasonal decorations as much as me then I know you’ll love my bauble collection that includes this easy Christmas overlay mosaic crochet decoration pattern!
The spots and squares bauble is a simple mosaic crochet pattern that is much easier than it looks!
This spots crochet tree decoration uses any 2 colours you like and the great thing about mosaic crochet is that it only uses 1 colour per round so no tricky switching!
This starlight mosaic crochet decoration has a simple mosaic crochet pattern repeat that is much easier than it looks! It’s also a great option if you want to add something more than just traditional decorations to your tree this year.
This easy mosaic crochet bauble pattern is another modern and inspiring design. The checkerboard bauble is a great introduction to mosaic crochet and a great option if you want to add something more than just traditional decorations to your tree this year.
The Hayden Bag is a fabulous summer crochet tote bag pattern using mosaic crochet in the round.
This free mosaic crochet tote bag pattern is made in one piece and uses a clever play of colour and a simple seven stitch repeat to achieve the detail.
Inset Mosaic Crochet Patterns
If that’s not enough, you might like to have a look at some inset mosaic crochet patterns too:
- Mosaic crochet blanket pattern – The Wanderers Blanket is a stunning mosaic crochet blanket that celebrates colour, texture and geometry.
- Free mosaic crochet blanket pattern – Featuring 5 unique motifs, this design lets you mix and match the strips in any sequence to suit your style.
- Easy mosaic crochet pattern – using the same stunning motifs, make yourself a beautiful washcloth.
I hope you’ve enjoyed this round up of simple mosaic crochet patterns! I’d love to know if you decide to make any of the patterns! You can sign up to become a member of HanJan Crochet and I’ll let you know about all the fabulous crochet adventures, offers, lives and more too!
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