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A project for the Season of Growth: part 2 of our CAL is here!
Expanding the Echoes – The Cushion Extension (part 2).
We’ve reached a thrilling point in our CAL when the Silvan Echoes are getting louder! While your project is already a masterpiece at round 18 , the journey doesn’t have to end here. For those who believe “more is more,” it is time to let your stitches grow further!
Ready to see how far your artistry can go? I am inviting you to take this crochet design to the next level and turn your beautiful centerpiece into something truly immersive! You can continue crocheting your doily and transform it into a stunning cushion. Simply share your progress on round 18 on Ravelry and link it to this pattern www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/silvan-echoes .
Once your photo is up, I will send the next part of the pattern – CUSHION to your Ravelry inbox within 24 hours. To see the current finished projects, please visit www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/silvan-echoes
Join the CAL:
If you missed our start on March 28th (when the introduction was offered at one-third of the final price), don’t worry! Both parts 1 + 2 are currently available at half the final price. All 3 parts will be available for immediate download at the full price starting in May.
If you are not on Ravelry, but would like to crochet this doily or cushion, you can download this pattern from Etsy here Etsy.com/listing/4478942498 I will send you the next part of this CAL (the rug or medallion blanket) once you finish your cushion and share a photo of your result on Etsy or social media. Please tag me as the designer so I can congratulate you. Thank you!
Why the name “Silvan Echoes”?
Inspired by the quiet, grounding energy of the forest, the design “echoes” the organic patterns found in nature, bringing the serenity of the outdoors into a modern interior. The name “Silvan” comes from the Latin silva (meaning wood or forest). Much like a sound echoing through a quiet forest, these textured stitches start in the centre and ripple outward through 3 distinct CAL parts and difficulty levels, capturing the very moment life begins to stir after a long winter sleep.
For those who follow the natural rhythms of the year, this pattern serves as a grounding, meditative practice. Each round builds a layer of organic texture, turning yarn into a beautiful design for your home.
How the CAL Works
The Silvan Echoes crochet pattern grows from a doily into a cushion, and finally into a small rug or a medallion blanket. This CAL is designed so you pay only once and decide where you want to stop. We start crocheting with a magic ring:
The three stages of growth in Spring:
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Part 1: The Heartwood (Doily) published in March 2026.
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Part 2: The Branching (Cushion) published in April 2026.
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Part 3: The Finale (Small rug or medallion blanket) available from May 2026.
Price:
The price for the entire CAL is set at the EASY level (Doily) in March, INTERMEDIATE level (Cushion) in April, EXPERIENCED level (Small rug or medallion blanket) in May. We will progress through these 3 stages together. Once you finish one part and share your progress online (on Ravelry and Instagram or Facebook), I will send you the next section. You can stop any time!
How to Receive Next Parts of this CAL:
To keep the momentum going, simply upload a photo of your completed part to Ravelry and link your project to this pattern. Next parts of this CAL will be sent to your email or Ravelry account after completing the previous part. Please allow 24 hours for delivery due to time zone differences. From May 2026 this pattern will be available on Ravelry in all 3 parts.
Pattern Highlights
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Skill Level: Perfect for those comfortable with front post double crochet stitches, half double crochet stitches (in American crochet terms) and following written and charted patterns.
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Visuals: Includes high-quality crochet charts for all parts.
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Language: Written row-by-row pattern in English.
- Video Support: Full video tutorial is available for Part 1 (Rounds 1–19, Easy level). Part 2 (Rounds 19-40, Intermediate level) includes videos for several tricky sections. Part 3 (finishing rounds, advanced level) is provided as written and charted instructions only.
Yarn & Hook
The beauty of Silvan Echoes lies in its organic movement and stitch definition.
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Recommended yarn: Cotton, cotton/acrylic blends, or high-quality acrylic in a solid color. Avoid highly variegated yarns, as they will hide the outstanding stitches.
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Yarn weight used: Sport / Fine (USA) / 5-ply (UK).
- Yardage requirements depending on the size of your project:
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Doily (Rounds 1-19): 130 yds (120 m), diameter: 10’’ = 25.5 cm.
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Cushion (both sides, Rounds 19-40): 1040 yds (950 m), diameter: 17.7’’ = 45 cm.
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Small Rug/Medallion (final rounds): 1200 yds (1100 m), diameter: 28’’ = 71 cm.
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- You may check gauge if you wish to match the same stitch size and yarn usage; otherwise, use a hook recommended for your yarn as your main hook, and a hook 1 mm smaller for the first rounds. 3 and 4 mm hooks were used in the sample shown
- For a larger rug, use a thicker wool/acrylic blend and a larger hook.
Why Blocking of Cushion and Rug/Blanket is mandatory
Because this is a dense, highly textured piece using post-stitches, the fabric may look slightly wavy or bulging in some rounds. Blocking relaxes the stitches, allowing this design to lay flat and letting the leaves reach their full height. How to Block:
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Submerge your piece in lukewarm water with a delicate detergent for 10–15 minutes. Gently press out excess water between two towels (do not wring).
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Lay the piece on a flat, padded surface. Stretch each of the six sides of the hexagon, moving from the outer rounds toward the centre, then back out to flatten the leaves.
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Pin the outer edges. If the piece doesn’t lay flat, you haven’t pulled the stitches far enough.
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Allow it to air-dry completely.
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Warning: Do not touch the iron to the yarn, or you will melt the beautiful 3D relief of the stitches!
More details about the size of the cushion and choosing colours for your interior:
► You can stop crocheting as soon as your work reaches the size of your cushion:
There is a classic decor rule, which states that 60 percent of the room should be a dominant color, 30 percent should be a secondary color or texture, and 10 percent should be an accent.
- 60% Main (dominant) Color. This includes the color of walls and floor, and may include a piece of furniture, curtains or draperies. All of these don’t necessarily need to be solid colors, but the main color should always be prominent.
- 30% Secondary Color (half the amount of color saturation as the main color). This color should contrast with the main color and create depth and interest in your décor.
- 10% Accent Color (one-third of the secondary color and one-sixth of the main color). The idea of an accent is to create contrast, add greater interest to your color scheme. It should be used throughout the décor to draw the eye deeper into the room design.
HOW to Add Your Project to Ravelry
@conceptcreative Join us on Saturday 28th of March as we transform a single design through 3 difficulty levels. Whether you are looking for a quick project or a grand challenge, there is a path for you: EASY Level: ➡️ Create a beautiful doily for your home or local fairs. This stage includes a full video tutorial for the first 19 rounds, crochet charts and row-by-row written instructions. INTERMEDIATE Level: ➡️ Continue from Round 20 to create a crochet pillow or a small rug. We will crochet the next 20 rounds together, following crochet charts and row-by-row written instructions (videos will be provided only for the tricky parts). EXPERIENCED Level: For those who want the ultimate masterpiece, we will continue all the way to Round 80 to create a stunning rounded rug (or if you need a rectangular rug, just let me know and I’ll create it upon request). How it works: The price for the entire CAL will be set at the EASY level in March, INTERMEDIATE level in April, EXPERIENCED level in May! We will progress through these 3 stages together. Once you finish one part and share your progress online (on Ravelry and Instagram or Facebook), I will send you the next section. You can stop any time! We start level 1 on March 28th on Ravelry, continue level 2 in April and finish level 3 in May. Are you in? Let me know! Save the code for the 20% off: M183C941F209 😘 ———— All links to patterns are in my bio. Happy crafting! crochetdesign, #crochetalong #crochet crochetpattern, #crochetdesigner
Downloads this part of the CAL for a small fee:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4478942498
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/silvan-echoes
Happy crocheting!
