We are having a yearlong Mystery Crochet Along (MCAL) over on Ravelry. Click HERE to learn more and to join in on all the fun!
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This pattern is free for a limited time. Just add to cart and complete checkout to receive the download. For more info, click here.
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FINISHED SIZE:
SIZE: Approximately 62" (158 cm) diameter blocked
MATERIALS:
Expression Fiber Arts Mirage Sport yarn
Multivalence will require 12 different colored skeins total, and one clue will be released each month.
Colors: A) Maple, B) Royal Jelly, C) Still Waters, D) Clover, and E) Hint of Mint.
Colors for future clues will be listed once they are announced.
If those colors aren't available, any from this category will work.
We’re also curating a set of Luster Sport colors that could be used for the 2023 MCAL. Here they are: Clue 1 – Aeolus, Clue 2 – Luscious Lavender, Clue 3 – Panorama, Clue 4 – Puffy Clouds, and Clue 5 – Nimbus.
HOOK:
US size ​​G (4.0 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
SKILL LEVEL:
The meditative properties of mandalas are appreciated by cultures and philosophies throughout the world. A mandala's circular form ranges from simple to intricate, inspiring moments of inward and outward reflection. People create mandalas from a variety of materials, from the impermanence of sand to the solidity of carved stone. Multivalence is formed from yarn that is sumptuous in both color and texture. As you crochet each section, each round, each stitch, hone your focus. Be mindful of the feel of the yarn as it slips through your fingers. Note the soft sounds of the hook moving through the yarn. Watch as each movement creates a stitch that flows into another to form unique patterns. Breathe deeply and slowly, pull your tongue away from the roof of your mouth as you unclench your jaw, and drop your shoulders down and back. Know that in this moment, you are creating art, and enjoy the process.
- Click the Videos tab to watch a video about this month's clue.
- Gauge is not crucial to this project, but will affect yardage and size.
- The pattern uses 12 colors but can be made with more or fewer if preferred.
- Total yards/meters used for this sample: approximately 2,615 yds (2,395 m) – Color A: 195 yds (179 m), Color B: 210 yds, (192 m) Color C: 260 yds (238 m) Color D: 190 yds (174 m), Color E: 240 yds (220 m), Color F: 135 yds (124 m), Color G: 240 yds (220 m), Color H: 200 yds (183 m), Color I: 235 yds (215 m), Color J: 270 yds (247 m), Color K: 215 yds (197 m), and Color L: 225 yds (206 m).
- VERY IMPORTANT: You will need to keep the leftover partial skeins, as you will need them later in the pattern.
- VERY IMPORTANT: If using the suggested colors or any other high contrast colors, steam blocking is strongly encouraged to avoid color transfer. We also recommend that you make and wash test swatches for all colors to check for color fastness.
Designed by Janica York Carter
Errata:
3.9.23 - Clue 3 has errors on Rounds 3-9. Please download the clue again to get the most up-to-date version of the pattern.
You'll receive a digital file only (instantly downloadable as a PDF) and won't be shipped anything. Please allow a few minutes for the download link to be emailed to you. If the email doesn't arrive within a few minutes, just log into your account on our site, and you'll see your Completed Orders. From there, you'll find the download link.
Enjoy your crocheting!
Chandi
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Customer Reviews 5 (57 Reviews) Write a Review
1st time doing a CAL
Absolutely loving this CAL! Enjoying the surprise of what comes next. Well designed and will be participating in more. This pattern design is gorgeous and I can't wait to make it in other color combos.
Multivalence
Not started this yet but have seen your videos on it and I like the pattern. Would look amazing when all done.
Multivalence
Absolutely beautiful
Multivalence - 2023 Crochet along
I love that I am learning new stitches as we do this each month. I enjoy the time working with my project and seeing what I can accomplish your your talented pattern. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful thing with me.
Multivalence 2023 Mystery Crochet Along
I love the pattern. This is a great project throughout the year. Thank you for sharing.
2023 MCAL
Beautiful yarn to work with. Can't wait to find out what to order for month 4.
Mcal2023
However the 3clue did not work for me i am still excited over this pattern. I just wait for clue4 and adjust my blanket.
Multivalence
This CAL is fun! Learning new stitches and trying not to get frustrated on clue three. Unfortunately I broke my wrist this last weekend, so will have to wait until I can use it again. Love the CAL's.
Exciting
I can’t wait to see how it’ll turn out! Also can’t wait to see what next month’s color will be! Exciting project!
Multivalence
It's starting to look amazing. I love the new stitches that i have never done before. Looking forward to the next clue!
Multivalence 2033
I like learning new stitches each month.
2023 MCAL
I like learning the new stitches each month
2023 MCAL
This is going to be stunning
2023 MCAL
Great pattern so far. Anxious to find out what colors I need to order next to continue.
Beautiful yarn
All the yarns here are so nice to work with. Just beautiful!
Pattern
Love this pattern for a crochet a long. The directions are super easy to follow
Multivalence
This is a wonderful project for which we receive a clue every month and a suggestion of what color of yarn should be used. The project is completed at the end of 12 months. Knitters have a lot of support if need be. It is a real joy.
Multivalence MCAL
So far, so good. The pattern is pretty easy to follow. Anything that might sound difficult or seem confusing has a video for that part. It's actually almost "mindless" (and I don't mean that in a bad way), which makes it quite relaxing to do...not at all frustrating and no hard concentration needed which has made it a joy to crochet so far. It's not taking what feels like forever to get each clue done which has also been nice since you don't feel pressured to complete the section before another clue comes out.
Multivalence pattern
Well written, beautiful relaxing pattern. Can't wait for it to be completed.
Crochet along
I had a very bad fall beginning Jan and had a concussion so my memory and concentration is lacking but think I'll make with Chandi's videos.
Multivalence
This is my first time crocheting a patterned shlanket. The pattern is written clearly enough for me to follow, as a beginner, and I look forward to learning a lot of new skills over the year!
Part 2
This next part in this wonderful MCAL is just as beautiful as the first! The instructions are easy to follow and the Wayfaring Pearlescent Worsted I bought to crochet along with is working up like a dream!
Mcal 2023
Excelente.!
multivalence
it takes a lot of effort to get to the download. And you have to download the whole pattern again. Maybe an update would do.
Multivalence
Love it - beautiful project and fun to do!
Multivalance
My first MCAL and I’m really enjoying every part of the process. I finished the first two clues somewhat on my own — thanks to the very clear pattern by Janica Carter — but any doubts were quickly resolved with help on Ravelry. I love the community of this project.
2023 MCAL
I am loving the way this yarn looks and feels for this crochet along! I purchased the recommended yarn for the project from EFA. I am excited to see the project unfold and how the color changes interact.
Multivalence
So far so good. I'm eagerly waiting for clue 3
2023 mcal
Love the pattern so far. Easy to follow, looks great. I'm excited to see what it turns out to be.
Mcal
Fond it difficult. Since my fall my concentration is rubbish. I keep doing it over and over. Can't go faster unfortunately:(!!! But I keep trying.
Cal 2023
I finally succeeded in doing Clue 1 !!!!
Multivalence 2023 MCAL
I can´t wait for the rest of it! So far it's been an easy to read and understand pattern. Loving it!
Multivalence MCAL feb23
OMG this it just working up so well, can’t wait for next months installment. Thank you for another fabulous pattern
Mystery CAL
Thank you so much!
2023 MCAL
The first section is beautiful, and I got prompt help when I was stuck on a row. I finished hint 1 in mid-January and am anxiously awaiting the next clue. It would be nice if there was a schedule for each of the 12 clues/sections. If that was provided, I would give the project 5 stars!!
2023 MCAL
I Love it! I can't wait for the next pattern to come out! I love the Expression Fiber Arts yarn recommended for this project. I have never used this yarn and I have to say, I Love It!!
MCAL Multivalence
So far it's a beautiful crochet pattern. The pattern is easy to follow. I'm very exited what the next clues will be. Thank you so much for making this event available.
Beautiful Start
Looking forward to the rest of the MCAL. The yarn I bought from your store for it is incredible!
Beautiful Start
Looking forward to the rest of the MCAL. The yarn I bought from your store for it is incredible!
Multivalence
Super excited to continue this wonderful project
Multivalence
Only had the first part so far but it was interesting. Looking forward to the next part.
CAL 2023
Really have not begun to work on this CAL. Just received yarn for it.
MCAL 2023
Multivalence part #1 is a great pattern. It is easy to follow. Thank you for the free download. I am very pleased to work on this Crochet along projetc.
Multivalence 2023 Mystery Crochet Along
I was happy to download :- Patter Part #1. It is a great pattern easy to understand all the 9 rows of this Chapter. Thank you to Expression Fiber Arts, Chandi Aggee and Janica York Carter! Gabriella
Multivalence - 2023 MCAL (Mystery Crochet Along)
I love it.
Multivalence
The pattern is very nice and it was very pleasant to crochet the first clue. Thank You!
Multivalence Clue 1
It was very fun watching it grow and be surprised at the outcome! Ready for Clue 2.
MCAL Pattern
EFA patterns are always easy to follow and very inclusive. This one is exactly likened others. First clue is fun so far.
Als ieder model zo mooi
Eerst deel gehaakt
2023 MCAL crochet
So far this is great practice of stitches with a good variety for the first months clue.
Multivalance 2023
Loving this project so far.
Als ieder model zo mooi
I have the first clue done and it is beautifull
Crochet along
So far, I'm loving this and looking forward to month 2!
Multivalence - MCAL
Super excited for this crochet along and can't wait to see how it turns out. :)
Mystery Crochet
Can't wait to get my yarn for February Mystery Crochet!
2023 MCAL
I'm excited about this year long project. I have the yarn for the first three months and it is totally lovely. The colors and the feel of the yarn is devine! Just started Clue 1.
2023 MCAL
I'm excited about this year long project. I have the yarn for the first three months and it is totally lovely. The colors and the feel of the yarn is devine! Just started Clue 1.
