Take your crochet skills to the next level this fall!
Try new intermediate techniques like textured stitches, cables, filet and more during this FREE 6 week crochet-along.
SEPTEMBER 1 - OCTOBER 6, 2025
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Create this stunning center-out fall blanket, one section at a time, alongside crocheters from around the world.
WHAT IS A CROCHET-ALONG?
A crochet-along is an event where crocheters from around the world work on the same pattern together.
During this crochet-along, we'll tackle a rich variety of intermediate-level stitches, from textured cables to delicate filet, puff stitches, and more, as we all create this same blanket, starting from the center-out.
It's a great way to connect with other crocheters and be a part of a community, helping each other and learning together.
If you're new to crochet-alongs, don't worry! They're a great opportunity to learn and lots of fun!
DURING THE RUSTLING LEAVES BLANKET CROCHET-ALONG YOU'LL:
Build up your confidence to crochet more advanced stitches and combinations
Add new skills and techniques to your crochet toolbox
Have fun, connect & make new crochet friends
Make a beautiful blanket ready for gifting
Tackle new challenges with support every step of the way
Join us for the Rustling Leaves Blanket Crochet-Along and discover new techniques while crafting this unique fall blanket alongside crocheters around the world.
🔷 The Rustling Leaves Blanket is designed as a throw blanket, approximately 127 cm / 50" square.
🔷 Easily adjust the size thanks to the center-out construction.
🔷 The blanket is made out of 6 different sections worked on top of eachother in the round (no joining or sewing here!).
🔷 Designed in 4 main colors plus a neutral contrast color, the blanket can easily be worked up in just one or up to 8 colors. Making it a great scrap buster project.
🔷 Each section is separated with a simple contrast color divider section to add uniformity and a give the blanket a modern look.
🔷 The blanket is designed with worsted weight (category 4) yarn
EVENT DETAILS
WHEN
The Rustling Leaves Blanket Crochet Along will run from Monday September 1st to Monday October 6, with new blanket sections being released every Monday.
The crochet-along is free to join and patterns will be available (and remain) for free to view on the designer's blogs.
WHERE
The event is held 100% virtually online, so you'll be able to join from the comfort of your couch!
After signing up for the free ticket, you'll get an email with all the crochet-along details, schedule, material list and how to access the patterns and videos.
PATTERNS
The Rustling Leaves Blanket is made out of 6 unique sections, and a simple divider section to break them up.
The pattern for each section comes with written instructions and a detailed right-handed and left-handed video tutorial.
In addition, some sections also come with chart or graph instructions where relevant.
Your free ticket includes access to view all patterns on the ad-supported designer's blogs.
LEVEL
The crochet-along blanket is designed for intermediate level crocheters looking to take their crochet to the next level.
Step-by-step photo tutorials as well as video tutorials for each section are included to guide you along the way.
The crochet-along is a great opportunity to get extra support and improve your crochet skills!
COMMUNITY
Connect with fellow crocheters from all over the world inside the Facebook group!
Ask questions about the patterns, connect with the designer and other crocheters and show off your progress!
UPGRADE FOR A VIP EXPERIENCE!
After signing up for your free ticket, you'll get a chance to upgrade your ticket to get the printable PDF of all the pattern sections, ad-free access to all the videos, and bonus resources to make your blanket truly unique and more!
You'll get all the details (and even a special offer) after grabbing your free ticket!
RUSTLING LEAVES CROCHET ALONG BLANKET DETAILS
WATCH THIS VIDEO TO SEE THE RUSTLING LEAVES BLANKET UP CLOSE!
Here is exactly what you'll be making over the 6 week crochet-along:
The Rustling Leaves Blanket is designed as a throw blanket, approximately 127 cm / 50” wide.
Easily adjust the size thanks to the center-out construction.
The blanket is made out of 6 different sections worked on top of eachother in the round (no joining or sewing here!).
Designed in 4 main colors plus a neutral contrast color, the blanket can easily be worked up in just one or up to 8 colors. Making it a great scrap buster project.
Each section is separated with a simple contrast color divider section to add uniformity and a give the blanket a modern look.
The blanket is designed with worsted weight (category 4) wool yarn
Each section introduces new techniques and stitch patterns designed to stretch your skills and keep your hooks engaged from start to finish.
Save your seat and join us for the crochet-along!
MEET YOUR HOSTS
Hey! I'm Hortense
My mom taught me to knit, one summer when I was bored on the beach at age 10. From there my love (some would say obsession) of yarn was born and I never stopped stitching.
Years later, I discovered the online world of yarn and realized just how many techniques, constructions, and ideas were out there. I drifted away from following patterns, and in 2018 I launched my blog, Knitting with Chopsticks, where I share my easy knitting and crochet designs.
My goal is to break down knitting and crochet so they become simple enough for you to create exactly what you want, the way you want it through my patterns, blog, ebooks, courses, the Stitching Squad and events like this one.
And blankets are the perfect place to start!
And I'm Agat
I learned to knit when I was 12 and later taught myself to crochet while job hunting after university.
I've always loved making things and keeping my hands busy, and designing patterns has become one of my favorite creative outlets.
I love designing modern crochet patterns.
My specialty is designing unique and different stitches in corner-to-corner method, which spares you the long beginning chain!
We’ve both been designing crochet-along blankets for a few years now, and after collaborating on projects like the Harmony Throw, Serenity Blanket, Tranquility Throw, and Blossoming Blanket, we figured… why not go all in?
The Rustling Leaves CAL is our first fully co-designed blanket, and we really mean co-designed. Each section may have started with one of us, but every part has both of our brains and hooks behind it.
Hortense brings a love for simple, clean structure. Agat adds delicate, elegant textures.
We even had to "translate" each other’s patterns as we went (turns out we write instructions completely differently), but the result is one unified design that blends the best of both our worlds.
We've poured everything we’ve learned over the past few years organizing crochet-alongs into making this one the best yet — not just the blanket, but the whole event.
Grab your ticket and join me for a crochet-along like no other where you'll discover new techniques and craft this beautiful blanket alongside crocheters around the world.
TAKE YOUR CROCHET TO THE NEXT LEVEL IN THIS FREE 6-WEEK BLANKET CROCHET ALONG
It’s time to stop playing it safe with the same few stitches and patterns on repeat. You’re ready for something more. With just a bit of curiosity and a love for a good challenge, you can crochet this elegant textured fall blanket, one section at a time, alongside makers from around the world.
YOU'VE GOT QUESTIONS? WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED
When is this happening?
We kick off on Monday September 1st and new sections will be released every Monday by 8 am ET.
You’ll also be able to join our Facebook group as soon as you register, so you can join in on the fun right away!
What materials do I need?
The blanket is designed in Lionbrand Color Theory (worsted weight (4), 100% acrylic, 100g/3.5oz, 225m/246yd) and 5 mm / US H-8 crochet hook.
Once you signup for your free ticket you will get more detailed information about the materials needed and advice to pick your colors.
What if I'm not able to keep up?
No worries! You're welcome to join us for the entire event, jump in late and catch up or just work a few sections while the live event is running.
The patterns are not going anywhere. After release they will remain available on the blog (with their video and other resources).
The crochet-along schedule is designed to keep us all moving through the blanket together so we can best assist you section by section and to make sure you actually finish your blanket but you won't be "punished" if you don't finish it with us!
We're here to have fun first and foremost!
How long will I have access to the patterns?
Your free ticket gives you access to all the patterns on the ad-supported blog. After release all the patterns will remain available on the blog.
Once you signup for your free ticket you'll get a chance to upgrade to grab the ad-free printable PDF pattern, ad-free access to all the videos as well as a bonusses and more!
What size(s) is the blanket
The Rustling Leaves Blanket is designed as a throw blanket, approximately 127 cm / 50” square. However, the center-out construction makes it very easy to adjust the size
I just started crochet last week, is this for me?
The Rustling Leaves Blanket was designed with intermediary crocheters in mind. If you only just started crocheting a short while ago we recommend you start with one of our easier crochet-along blankets such as the Tidal Texture Throw, the Skybound Sampler Blanket or the Harmony Throw.
I've been crocheting for a long time, should I join?
So have many others!
This blanket has been designed with intermediate to more advanced crocheters in mind. I would be very surprised you don't learn anything new. And you've probably not crocheted all the blanket stitches and combinations of the blanket.
Plus, even if you're such an expert that you're not learning anything new, you will still have crocheted a gorgeous fall-inspired throw.
I'm not on Facebook, can I still participate?
Yes! All the patterns will be accessible from the website while the community is held on Facebook. You will not be able to connect with other crocheters as much without Facebook, but it's definitely not a requirement to participate.
I still have questions!
If you still have questions, I encourage you to go ahead and register. Your questions will likely be answered during the event or in the Facebook group, which you'll be able to join right away after grabbing your free ticket.
However, if you need to ask me a question before registering, just send me an email at hortense@knittingwithchopsticks.com.
Join us to explore textured stitches, cables, filet, and more as you create a stunning center-out fall blanket, one section at a time, alongside crocheters from around the world.
SEPTEMBER 1 - OCTOBER 6
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