🌹 La Vie en Rose | Yarn Packs Are Here! 🌹

🌹 La Vie en Rose - Yarn Packs Are Here! 🌹

I’m so excited to share a little update about the beautiful La Vie en Rose Blanket! 🩷

Since taking over Apple Blossom Dreams, I’ve absolutely loved looking back through Astri’s gorgeous designs and finding ways to bring some of them back into the spotlight.

And La Vie en Rose is definitely one that deserves it! 🌹

🌹 A little about La Vie en Rose

La Vie en Rose is a beautiful floral crochet blanket made using lots of tiny granny squares to create one large rose design.

I just love the effect! 🩷

The pink and red rose sits against a crisp white background, surrounded by green leaves and stems, with those gorgeous shades of blue creating the pretty border.

It’s one of those blankets that looks incredibly detailed from a distance, but when you look closer you can see how the whole picture has been created one little square at a time. 🧶

And of course, it wouldn’t be an Apple Blossom Dreams blanket without a pretty crochet border to finish it off!

 

🧶 My Yarnsmiths Create DK version

For this version I used Yarnsmiths Create DK, choosing eight shades to recreate the original La Vie en Rose design:

💙 Cornflower Blue - 3279

🩵 Powder Blue - 3262

🤍 White - 3040

💚 Apple Green - 3188

🌿 Country Green - 3204

🩷 Candyfloss Pink - 3400

🌸 Fondant Pink - 3390

❤️ Scarlet Red - 3100

I absolutely love this combination. The different pinks and red give the rose so much definition, while the fresh greens and blues make the whole design pop. 🌹🩵

🛍️ Pattern AND yarn packs now available!

And now for the exciting bit...

La Vie en Rose is now available from Wool Warehouse! 🎉🌹

The pattern is available in both UK and US crochet terms, so you can simply choose the version you prefer. 🧶

Not only can you purchase the crochet pattern, but there are now Yarnsmiths Create DK yarn packs available too, so you can pick up the yarn needed to make your own version without having to work out all the colours yourself. 🧶

I know how handy it is having everything together in one place, especially for a design with quite a few different shades like this one.

You can find the La Vie en Rose pattern and yarn pack HERE at Wool Warehouse and the pattern links below:

🌹Ravelry - Get the pattern HERE

🌹Etsy - Get the pattern HERE

 

🌹 Will you make one?

I’ve really enjoyed bringing this beautiful Apple Blossom Dreams design back to life, and I hope we’ll start seeing some new La Vie en Rose blankets appearing too!

If you make one, please do tag @appleblossomdreams so I can see it, seeing your versions of these designs is always one of my favourite parts. 🩷

Happy crocheting! 🧶🌹

Helen x

Bringing This Beautiful Design to Life 🌿🌸

Bringing This Beautiful Design to Life 🌸🩷

Hello everyone!

If you follow Apple Blossom Dreams on social media, you may have already seen the floral motif that Astri designed several years ago. It was never written up into a crochet pattern, but the moment she shared it with me, I knew it deserved to be brought to life.

I absolutely fell in love with the delicate open petals and knew it would make the most beautiful blanket. Over the coming weeks and months, I'll be recreating Astri's original design, writing the pattern and transforming it into a blanket that I hope you'll all love just as much as I do.

Choosing the Colourways

One of my favourite parts of any new design is choosing the colours, and for this blanket I've picked two completely different palettes using Yarnsmiths Pebble Haze DK.

🍂 Warm & Earthy

This first colourway has a cosy, autumnal feel with rich warm tones balanced by soft neutrals.

I've chosen:

🤍 Limestone

🤎 Mudstone

🟤 Tiger's Eye

🤍 Dolomite

🧡 Orange Topaz

💜 Porphyry

I can already picture this version draped over the back of a sofa, bringing warmth and comfort to any room.

🌊 Calm & Coastal

For the second colourway, I wanted something completely different. This palette is fresh, calming and reminds me of the coast.

The colours are:

🤍 Limestone

🩶 Dolomite

🌿 Ledlamite

🩵 Olivine

💙 Chalcedony

🔵 Blue Slate

It's amazing how using exactly the same design with a different colour palette can completely change its personality.

Looking Ahead

There's still plenty of crocheting to do before I can reveal the finished blanket, but I honestly can't wait to bring Astri's beautiful design to life, one motif at a time. I'll be sharing lots of updates along the way, from the first motifs to the finished blanket and, eventually, the completed crochet pattern.

I genuinely think this is going to become a very special addition to the Apple Blossom Dreams collection, and I'm so excited to finally share this journey with you.

I'd love to know... which colourway would you choose? 🍂🌊 Let me know in the comments below!

Happy crocheting,

Helen 🩷

Catch-Up | What You Might Have Missed! 🌸🩷

Catch-Up | What You Might Have Missed! 🌸🩷

Hello everyone!

Firstly, I just wanted to say a huge sorry for disappearing throughout July! If you've been wondering where I'd got to, life simply got in the way for a little while. Although I haven't been writing here on the blog, I have been sharing lots of exciting updates over on my social media pages, so I thought it was about time I brought you all up to speed!

It's certainly been an exciting few weeks for Apple Blossom Dreams, with some beautiful archived designs making a comeback, new colourways being chosen and plenty of crochet inspiration along the way.

The Thomas Blanket Surprise 🌈

One of the biggest surprises recently has been the response to a new sample of the Thomas Blanket.

Rather than using the original colourway, I made this version using a mixture of Yarnsmiths Create DK and Stylecraft Special DK, simply pulling colours from a stash of yarn. I absolutely loved how the warm golds, earthy greens and pops of teal transformed the blanket into something completely different.

I honestly didn't expect quite so many of you to fall in love with it too! The post reached far more people than I imagined, and so many of you asked for the colour combination.

The good news is that Astri and I are currently working through the colours so we can write them all down properly and share them with you.

A Dozen Roses Might Finally Bloom 🌹

While exploring the Apple Blossom Dreams archives, I came across a beautiful cushion called A Dozen Roses, designed by Astri back in 2022.

Although the sample was completed and photographed, the pattern was never actually written.

Judging by your comments, it's a design many of you think deserves a second chance! The response across social media was incredible, and so many of you asked if we'd finally release it as a pattern.

I'm very pleased to say... I've already ordered the yarn from Yarnsmiths!

So watch this space because this beautiful cushion will soon be making its comeback.

Another Forgotten Design Returns 🌸

Another design that captured everyone's attention was a gorgeous floral motif Astri started several years ago.

The original pattern was never written up, but I instantly knew it deserved to become something special.

I've now chosen two beautiful Yarnsmiths Pebble Haze DK colourways, gathered all the yarn together and I'm so excited to start bringing this blanket to life. I can't wait to share my progress as the motifs begin to grow into a finished design.

 

La Vie en Rose Gets a Fresh New Look 🩷

Another exciting project happening behind the scenes is La Vie en Rose.

This much-loved Apple Blossom Dreams blanket has been remade using Yarnsmiths Create DK, while staying true to Astri's original colour palette.

Even better, Wool Warehouse will soon be stocking yarn packs, making it even easier for you to recreate the blanket yourself.

I can't wait to show you the finished version!

A Softer Side of Macaroon Blossom 🌸

I also shared a pastel version of the Macaroon Blossom Blanket, crocheted in beautiful Scheepjes Stone Washed.

It's amazing how changing the colours can completely transform a design. The soft pinks, lilacs, blues and greens give the blanket such a delicate, elegant feel while still letting all those gorgeous floral motifs shine.

It has definitely become one of my favourite colourways.

Looking Ahead...

Although July was a little quieter here on the blog, it certainly wasn't quiet behind the scenes!

Over the coming weeks I'll be sharing updates on all of these projects as they progress, including:

• 🌹 A Dozen Roses
• 🌸 The new floral blanket inspired by Astri's original motif
• 🩷 La Vie en Rose in Yarnsmiths Create DK
• 🌈 The Thomas Blanket colour combination you've all been asking for

There's so much to look forward to, and I'm really excited to have you joining me for the journey.

As always, thank you so much for your continued support, it truly means the world to both Astri and me. 💕

Happy crocheting,

Helen 🩷

🌸 Thank You For 46 Wonderful Weeks | Weekly Celebration Finale 🌸

🌸 Thank You For 46 Wonderful Weeks | Weekly Celebration Finale 🌸

Well, we've made it to Week 46 💛✨

 

What started as a simple idea to celebrate one Apple Blossom Dreams pattern each week has turned into almost a full year of sharing beautiful crochet designs, favourite makes, colourful yarns, and wonderful memories with all of you 🌸

Over the last 46 weeks we've revisited blankets, cushions, floral motifs, home décor projects, and some of the most-loved Apple Blossom Dreams designs. It's been such a lovely way to showcase the collection and celebrate the creativity of this amazing crochet community 🧶💗

As a special thank you, all Apple Blossom Dreams patterns are 20% off on Etsy this week 🎉

👉 Browse all patterns HERE

More importantly, I want to say a huge thank you.

Thank you for supporting the patterns.

Thank you for sharing your photos.

Thank you for your messages, comments, encouragement, and kindness.

Thank you for helping keep these beautiful designs thriving 🌸

Whether you've been here since Week 1 or you've only recently discovered Apple Blossom Dreams, I'm so grateful you've been part of this journey 💛

And whilst this may be the end of the Weekly Celebrations, it's definitely not the end of Apple Blossom Dreams ✨

 

In fact... something new is coming very soon! 👀🌸

I can't wait to start sharing what I've been working on and bring some fresh inspiration to the grid over the coming weeks.

Until then, thank you again for every stitch, every share, and every bit of support.

Happy crocheting 💗

Helen 🌸

🌸Week 45 of 46 | This Week's Featured Pattern is the Buttercup Rose Graden Blanket!🌸

🌸 Buttercup Rose Garden Blanket | Weekly Celebration 🌸

This week's Weekly Celebration features the beautiful Buttercup Rose Garden Blanket, a soft and cheerful crochet design filled with delicate 3D roses, pastel shades, and floral charm 🌷💛

Each square begins with a beautifully textured rose motif before growing into a classic square, creating a blanket that feels both elegant and wonderfully cosy. The join-as-you-go construction means you can watch the blanket grow as you work, making it a really satisfying project from start to finish ✨

Made using Yarnsmiths Create DK, the featured blanket combines:

🤍 Off White (3045)

🌿 Light Sage (3185)

💛 Lemon Yellow (3170)

🍑 Peach (3422)

🌸 Candyfloss Pink (3400)

The soft colour palette gives the blanket a fresh garden-inspired feel, while the raised floral centres add beautiful texture and depth 🌸

🧶 Yarn packs available from Wool Warehouse, making it easy to recreate the featured colourway and get started straight away ✨

The pattern includes:

🌷 3D rose motif instructions

🌷 Join-as-you-go guidance

🌷 Helpful notes throughout

🌷 Video links for additional support

🌷 UK and US crochet terms

 

As part of this week's celebration, the pattern is available with 20% off on Etsy for a limited time 💛

👉 Find the pattern HERE

🧶 Yarn packs available HERE

Whether you're making it for your home, a special gift, or simply because you love floral crochet, the Buttercup Rose Garden Blanket is a project that's sure to bring plenty of crochet joy 🌸✨

Warmly,

Helen 🌸

🌼Week 44 of 46 | This Week's Featured Pattern is the A Year in Flowers Blanket!🌼

 🌼 A Year in Flowers | Weekly Celebration 🌼

This week’s Weekly Celebration is a little different because we're celebrating not just a pattern, but an entire year of crochet memories 🌸✨

A Year in Flowers, created in collaboration with Emkatcrochet, transforms daily temperatures into beautiful floral motifs, creating a stunning blanket that tells the story of your year one flower at a time 🌿💛

 

Each flower records the temperatures for a single day, with colours chosen to represent the highs and lows. As the months pass, your blanket becomes a unique visual diary of changing seasons, weather patterns, and memories 🌷

One of the questions I get asked most often is: "Is it too late to start?"

The answer is always absolutely not! 🌸

You can begin in January, June, September, or even use the pattern to record a previous year. Some people crochet each flower daily, while others enjoy catching up weekly or monthly. There is no right or wrong way to create your blanket 💕

 

To make things even easier, there are lots of helpful resources available, including:

🌼 Free logbook downloads

🌼 Temperature tracking sheets

🌼 Video support and tutorials

🌼 UK and US colour suggestions

👉 Find the pattern HERE

👉 Find the FREE Logbook HERE

Whether you're already stitching flowers every day or have been thinking about starting, this is your reminder that it's never too late to begin your own Year in Flowers journey 🌸🌿

Happy crocheting! 🌼

Helen 🌸

💗Week 43 of 46 | This Week's Featured Pattern is the Macaroon Blossom Afghan!🌸

🌸 Macaroon Blossom | Weekly Celebration 🌸

 

This week’s Weekly Celebration features Macaroon Blossom, one of the most loved and most popular Apple Blossom Dreams patterns by far 💗🌸

This beautiful floral blanket combines soft pastel tones, layered blossom motifs, and delicate texture to create a project that feels both calming and incredibly satisfying to crochet ✨

Each motif slowly builds into something truly special, making this the kind of blanket that’s very hard to put down once you start. It’s easy to see why so many people have fallen in love with this design over the years 🧶💕

 

The soft “macaroon-inspired” colour palette gives the blanket such a gentle and cheerful feel, while the floral centres add texture and depth that really bring each square to life 🌸

🧶 Yarn packs available from Wool Warehouse in Scheepjes Stone Washed yarns, making it easy to recreate your favourite version and get started straight away ✨

👉 Find the pattern HERE

🧶 Yarn packs available HERE

Whether you’ve already made this design before or you’re discovering it for the first time, it’s such a joyful and rewarding project to have on your hook 🌸✨

Warmly,

Helen 🌸