Free Aran Nosegay Crochet Throw Pattern

frustrating

I am also an experienced crocheter. I had to graph out the beginning FPDC. There should be an even # of stitches to the right of the first FPDC and to the left of the last FPDC; 15 of both sides. Not 15 on one side and 12 on the other! So, I find the instructions frustrating. I also always wonder what 2 rows below really means; does it start with the row i which you are working, or the row below it? I have not even gotten to the border yet, but I see that people are having trouble with it. I had wanted to do this pattern for years, but now I am not so sure. It is a fairly easy pattern. Someone on etsy is selling it!

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• Thank you so much for your feedback. We’re sorry the pattern has been frustrating for you. It is written in older crochet language and can be a bit confusing at first glance. Let’s take a quick look at Row 7 together. Please note: Working into the corresponding stitch two rows below means to find the stitch you would typically be working in the current row and drop down two rows (in this case Row 5) and insert the hook to work the stitch. You may need to take extra care that your tension is not too tight here. Row 7: Ch 1, sc in first 15 sc, —(You have now worked 15 sc and are about to begin the repeats.) [Fpdc in corresponding st 2 rows below, skip next st on current row, sc in next 3 sc] 3 times, —(The first Fpdc is in the 16th stitch, the second is in the 20th stitch, the third and final is in the 24th stitch. This does leave 15 sc following the last Fpdc. However, the repeats are written in such a way that there are 3 sc following the Fpdc in 2 rows below. This means there are 12 sc remaining after the repeats.) in remaining 12 sc, turn. We hope that you will now be able to work forward with confidence. The pattern does work out quite beautifully.

  spinrite2026-07-16T15:26:50.000+00:00

Motif row 3 probably written wrong

I am so frusterated with round 4 of the motif border. I keep restarting and it just does not look right. It's curvy and looks too big for the rest of the project. I am seeing other people also having a problem with this and the replies are just restating what's written, but not actually instructing on what to do. Please help:(

• We’re sorry to learn of your frustration. With the pattern being an intermediate level pattern, it does require quite a bit of experience to work through. Each of the rounds for the Motif Border are written correctly. After Rnd 2, you should have 186 sts. After Rnd 3, you should have 194 sts. If your stitch counts are incorrect, Rnd 4 will not work. We recommend double checking your stitch count before proceeding. Rnd 4 is written such that the dc stitches cross over one another; it just requires some careful reading as it is an older pattern which doesn’t make the crossed stitches so obvious. Rnd 4 (Right Side): Ch 3, dc in first st to the right, Repeat begins at the single asterisk: * skip next st, —(You will come back to work this skipped stitch and you will see that stitches cross over one another.) dc in next st, ch 2, dc in skip st to the right; (this means dc into the skipped stitch) repeat from * around, working 3 sc in each corner, join with a slip st in first sc. Fasten off.

  spinrite2026-03-02T16:48:20.000+00:00

Stitch count on multiple rows is off

The pattern states intermediate. I'm an advanced crocheter with over 55 years experience with complex designs and various crochet methods. This pattern is gorgeous but horribly written, hence the intermediate rating I suppose. First the stitch count is off from the center of block to the end row on multiple rows. Since the design is centered the stitch count should be the same on both sides. Once you understand this the motif block flows. The next issue is Round 4 of the MOTIF border. It states work 3 single crochet in chain 2 space, there is no ch2 space in the previous round. The center stitch in previous round is a bobble with 1 sc on each side. I have looked at every post on Raverly where pattern link is given to this sight. If you read the comments it goes back over 10 years with folks noticing the above errors, none of which have been addressed on Raverly by the pattern designer. Its a beautiful pattern, and I agree experience level required is intermediate as you will have to figure out the stitch placement and count for yourself.

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1

Value of Product

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• Thank you for your feedback. The rows themselves should always have 39 stitches. Anytime you work a Fpdc, you should always be skipping the actual stitch behind it in the same row so you are not increasing stitches. Example from Row 7: “…[Fpdc in corresponding st 2 rows below, skip next st on current row….]” In Rnd 4 of the Motif Border, there are instructions to ch 2. There are also instructions to work 3 sc into each corner. Please see below: “Rnd 4 (Right Side): Ch 3, dc in first st to the right, * skip next st, dc in next st, ch 2, dc in skip st to the right; repeat from * around, working 3 sc in each corner, join with a slip st in first sc.” Is it possible you have an older version of the pattern printed out? Is your pattern dated August 2019?

  spinrite2026-02-03T18:30:03.000+00:00

Great pattern,!

Stunning pattern, crochets up very well. We’re still using it every winter after 10 years of use. Showed a friend and she then made one too. Highly recommended.

Experience needed

Love this pattern. I've done many squares in many colors. BUT- the Motif Border instructions after row 3 are incorrect. Also, a stitch count for each motif border row after row 1 would be helpful.

• Thank you for your feedback regarding the Red Heart Aran Nosegay Crochet Throw. After Rnd 1 of the border, each Rnd increases by 8 sts (two at each corner), with the exception of Rnd 4. Rnd 2 = 186 Rnd 3 = 194 Rnd 4 is written such that the dc stitches cross over one another and is written correctly; it just requires some careful reading as it is an older pattern which doesn’t make the crossed stitches so obvious in the round. Rnd 4 (Right Side): Ch 3, dc in first st to the right, Repeat begins here (we have added bold for emphasis): * skip next st, dc in next st, ch 2, dc in skip st to the right; (this means dc into the skipped stitch) repeat from * around, working 3 sc in each corner, join with a slip st in first sc. Fasten off. I hope this clarifies the pattern for you and you’re on your way to enjoying your blanket!

  spinrite2023-04-25T15:59:10.000+00:00

Pattern was easy to follow

I added colors and changed the pattern around the borders, but I replicated the central part of the motif with no issue. Love it!

• Pattern was easy to follow (Image 18848055)I added colors and changed the pattern around the borders, but I replicated the central part of the motif with no issue. Love it!https://photos-us.bazaarvoice.com/photo/2/cGhvdG86c3BpbnJpdGU/55ff071d-5241-5d55-9ee1-ad8b04ece987
• Pattern was easy to follow (Image 18848056)I added colors and changed the pattern around the borders, but I replicated the central part of the motif with no issue. Love it!https://photos-us.bazaarvoice.com/photo/2/cGhvdG86c3BpbnJpdGU/f5b3e9e6-b3fc-5cca-8aa3-a62c48a520a7

On R4 of the motif border I end up with an odd number of stitches on the top and bottom (39 + 4 increases = 43). Should I be adjusting the crisscross dc pattern in some way (e.g. skipping the last stitch before the corner and leaving it unworked)?

What skein weight are you using to calculate the number necessary? The Red Heart Super Saver comes in 5 and 7 oz

Just started 1st square is it correct that the number of stitches decrease from row 9 or amidoing so ring wrong pls

How many sts are in each square’s border round? There is a comment from Cust. Care in the reviews that mentions Rnd 2 should have 186 and Rnd 3 should have 194. However in my most recent post, Cust. Care said there should be 174 in Round 3. Pls help! :)

I was looking at one of the reviews that mentioned that Round 3 on the square should have 194 sts. Should this actually be 190? I agree that 8 sts are added between Rnd1 and Rnd2; however you’re dropping 4 sts for each of the corner bobble ch-1.

In Motif Border R4, how does the "ch2" between the dc fit? The pictures don't seem to have this step and also, every picture I've found seems to have extra motif border rows not included in this written pattern. Can someone explain please? Thank you