Hosted by Black Sheep Wools | Designed by me, Helen of Emkatcrochet

January can often feel long, cold, and a little gloomy, so what better way to brighten the days than with a joyful crochet project to look forward to each week? ✨ We’re delighted to introduce the Bust the Blues Blanket CAL, hosted by Black Sheep Wools and designed by the wonderfully talented Helen from Emkatcrochet.

This bright and beautiful crochet-along has been created to lift spirits, spark creativity, and celebrate the joy of learning new stitches while making a blanket you’ll treasure for years to come.

About the Design 🧵

I have designed a richly textured sampler blanket for crocheters who love variety and enjoy expanding their skills. Suitable for adventurous beginners and just as enjoyable for more experienced crocheters, the pattern explores a wide range of different stitches, textures, and colour techniques, keeping every section interesting and rewarding.

The blanket is available in two carefully curated colourways, each offering a completely different look and feel 🎨

Choose Your Colourway 🌈

To make joining in easy, we’ve put together two beautiful yarn packs using Stylecraft Special Aran, crocheted on a 5mm hook.

✨ All That Jazz

A rich and warming palette of jewel tones, perfect for adding depth and comfort to winter crochet.

GRAB the Yarn Pack HERE!

• Yarn A – 2 × Raspberry (1023)
• Yarn B – 1 × Camel (1420)
• Yarn C – 2 × Cream (1005)
• Yarn D – 2 × Midnight (1011)
• Yarn E – 2 × Teal (1062)
• Yarn F – 2 × Copper (1029)
• Yarn G – 1 × Storm Blue (1722)
• Yarn H – 1 × Silver (1203)
• Yarn I – 2 × Burgundy (1035)
• Yarn J – 1 × Khaki (1027)

🌸 Walking on Sunshine

Bright, uplifting pastels designed to bring a little light and positivity to your crochet.

GRAB the Yarn Pack HERE!

• Yarn A – 2 × Wisteria (1432)
• Yarn B – 1 × Saffron (1081)
• Yarn C – 2 × White (1001)
• Yarn D – 2 × Denim (1302)
• Yarn E – 2 × Sage (1725)
• Yarn F – 2 × Watermelon (1839)
• Yarn G – 1 × Cloud Blue (1019)
• Yarn H – 1 × Parchment (1218)
• Yarn I – 2 × Pale Rose (1080)
• Yarn J – 1 × Meadow (1065)

Yarn: Stylecraft Special Aran (100g balls)
Hook: 5mm

CAL Dates & Schedule 🗓️

The Bust the Blues Blanket CAL runs over six weeks, giving you time to enjoy each section at a relaxed pace.

• Bust the Blues Party: Monday 19th January 🎉
  Join me at the Black Sheep Wools Craft Barn in Warrington to kick things off together.
• Week One: Tuesday 27th January
• Week Two: Tuesday 3rd February
• Week Three: Tuesday 10th February
• Week Four: Tuesday 17th February
• Week Five: Tuesday 24th February
• Week Six: Tuesday 3rd March

Video Support & Community 🤍

Video tutorials will be released alongside the CAL for the special stitch sections of the pattern, giving you a helpful visual reference whenever a new or less familiar stitch is introduced.

Follow me @emkatcrochet on Instagram 📸 and check my videos on YouTube HERE ▶️ as the CAL progresses.

We would also love you to join the conversation and share your progress in the Black Sheep Wools Facebook Group, a friendly space full of encouragement, inspiration, and yarny chat 🧶

Get links to the CAL direct to your inbox! ✉️

Don’t miss out on getting the links to each week of the pattern by signing up to the Black Sheep Wools newsletter to stay up to date and never miss a stitch. SIGN UP HERE.

Grab your hook, choose your colourway, and let’s crochet the January blues away, one stitch at a time 🧶💙

Happy Crocheting Along!!

Helen x