If you’re looking for a long-term, fulfilling crochet project for 2025, the Sona Tunisian Blanket CAL pattern by Arunima Goel is the one! It combines blackwork-inspired designs with Tunisian crochet, resulting in a stunning mosaic-style blanket. The best part? You can join the CAL on January 7th and step into the new year with new creative energy!
Skill Level Is Needed for the Sona Tunisian Blanket CAL
This crochet blanket pattern falls under the intermediate category because it involves more advanced techniques, such as diagonal overlay stitches and working with a variety of Tunisian crochet stitches.
While the pattern is accessible to intermediate-level crocheters, it does challenge your skills, especially if you go for darker yarns.
Essential Yarn Supplies for the Blanket
Sona Tunisian Blanket CAL works up best in DK or sport-weight yarn. Use at least two or more contrasting colors for those blackwork-inspired stitches to shine. Yarns such as Hawthorne DK from WeCrochet are a great choice due to their rich colors and the stitch definition required for this piece.
A Step-by-Step Overview
The blanket CAL consists of 70 squares, 25 of which are larger and 45 of which are smaller. Each square features a unique design. The crochet CAL begins on January 7th and walks you through making each block. The whole project ends with instructions for the mosaic-style border.
Once completed, you’ll have a truly stunning mosaic blanket that demonstrates the beauty and intricacy of Tunisian crochet.
Can I Use Standard Crochet Hooks for Tunisian Projects?
Regular crochet hooks will not work for the Sona Blanket CAL because Tunisian crochet requires more space to hold the loops on the hook. Therefore, hooks with a long shaft or detachable cables are a much better choice. These tools ensure easy work with uniform tension.
For this blanket crochet pattern, you will need Tunisian crochet hooks in two sizes: 6.5 mm for making the squares and 5.5 mm (I-9) for joining them.