Jolly Jester Rug, harlequin or diamond motif felted rug crochet pattern by Susan Carlson of Felted Button | Colorful Crochet Patterns

Jolly Jester Rug Crochet Pattern

Introducing my newest crochet pattern--the Jolly Jester Rug! It is perfectly Felted Button style because it is colorful, textured and FELTED!

Why do I love felting so much? Read THIS POST about the 6 reasons I think it is so fabulous. And this felted rug has it all--durable, brilliant color, easy care, hides any stitch mistakes or imperfections, and best of all...

NO ENDS TO WEAVE as they bind tightly during felting and can just be snipped after the fact. It makes color changes no sweat, I tell ya! No excuses.

Jolly Jester Felted Rug Crochet Pattern by Susan Carlson of Felted Button

I made my sample with Patons Classic Wool--a worsted 100% pure new wool that felts perfectly every time. I have used it in almost all of my felting projects and it is brilliant. Plus, look at the colors available! I used 12 in my sample (about 130yds/118m) of each.

The 8 page pattern includes:

~complete written instructions for making the triangle motifs, raised dots, and joining it all together
~additional pictures for joining the dots to the triangles
~special stitches, notes and abbreviations (standard US terms)
~complete materials list including yarn colors used in the sample ~complete felting instructions that are simple and easy to follow

Materials:
~H (5mm) hook
~1 skein each of 12 colors of feltable wool--approximately 130 yards/118m each color (NOT washable or “superwash” as it has been treated and will NOT felt)
~Washing machine--hot cycle
~1/4 C laundry soap
~1/4 C baking soda (optional)
~Lingerie/Laundry bag (optional)
~Items for increased agitation (flip flops, tennis balls, old jeans)

Skill Level: Intermediate--only because of a couple of tall stitches (detailed in the pattern), joining the dots as-you-go (pictures to assist, if needed), and felting.

Jolly Jester Felted Rug Crochet Pattern before felting by Susan Carlson of Felted Button

Here is a picture of the rug before felting. It makes a nifty blanket, too, I suppose. But the magic of felting makes this...

You can find the pattern for instant download in my shops:

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I hope you love it as much as I do. And I would love to hear how the felting process goes for you. Remember, I'm here to help if you need it. (PM me on Facebook here if you need a little courage, or join my Felted Button Facebook group here to talk, share, get support and enjoy other like minded folk. And follow along as I produce other colorful crochet patterns!)

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