by Hayley
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Graceful, watchful, and surrounded by blooming roses, The Rose Guardian captures the quiet elegance of a black cat nestled within an ornate floral frame.
Inspired by vintage botanical illustrations and Art Nouveau design, this striking wall hanging combines flowing lines, romantic roses, and a regal feline silhouette to create a piece that feels both timeless and enchanting. Worked in just two colours using overlay mosaic crochet, the design offers dramatic contrast while remaining enjoyable to stitch.
Designed as a companion piece to A Ravens’ Rose, The Rose Guardian allows you to create a coordinated collection of crochet artwork inspired by gothic romance, flourishing gardens, and the beauty of nature.
Whether displayed in a reading nook, craft room, hallway, or living space, this elegant feline is sure to become a cherished feature in your home.
Pattern Features
• Overlay mosaic crochet pattern
• Charted instructions included
• Written row-by-row instructions included
• US crochet terminology
• Suitable for adventurous beginners and intermediate crocheters
• Designed for two-colour overlay mosaic crochet
• Envelope border instructions included
• Gauge, swatch, colour planning, project notes, care guide, and blocking information included
Pattern Size: 115 stitches wide x 182 rows high
Finished Size
Approximately 75–85 cm (30–34 in) wide and 115–130 cm (45–51 in) tall when made with Scheepjes Catona and a 3.5 mm hook.
Finished size will vary depending on yarn choice, hook size, tension, and finishing methods.
Materials
Yarn Requirements
Approximate amounts:
Colour A – Jet Black
650–800 metres (711–875 yards)
Colour B – Delphinium
550–700 metres (601–766 yards)
Total Yarn Required
Approximately 1,200–1,500 metres (1,312–1,640 yards)
Recommended purchase:
Yarn requirements are estimates and may vary depending on individual tension and border choices.
Skills Required
Pattern Includes
✓ Full chart
✓ Written instructions
✓ Overlay mosaic crochet guide
✓ Stitch explanations
✓ Envelope border tutorial
✓ Gauge information
✓ Colour planning page
✓ Project notes pages
✓ Care and blocking guide
Companion Pattern
Love this design? Pair The Rose Guardian with A Ravens’ Rose, a coordinating overlay mosaic crochet throw blanket featuring a majestic raven surrounded by blooming roses. Together they create a beautifully matched collection inspired by nature, mystery, and romantic floral motifs.
Language: English, US Crochet Terms
Please Note
This listing is for a digital crochet pattern only. No physical item will be shipped.
Due to the nature of digital downloads, refunds cannot be offered once the pattern has been purchased.
Copyright
This pattern is for personal use only. Finished items may be sold in small quantities with credit to Weave & Whimsy as the designer.
Thank you for supporting independent crochet design and handmade creativity.
Happy crocheting!
– Hayley
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At Weave & Whimsy, crochet is about more than making something beautiful. It's about escaping into a world of cosy cottages, woodland creatures, blooming gardens, and quiet moments of creativity.
Each pattern begins as an idea inspired by the charm of the natural world and is carefully transformed into a detailed crochet design. From intricate overlay mosaic blankets to story-filled tapestry wall hangings, every pattern is created to be enjoyable to crochet and rewarding to display.
Whether you're stitching for your home, creating a heartfelt gift, or simply enjoying the rhythm of each row, I hope these designs bring you a little peace, a spark of imagination, and the satisfaction of making something with your own hands.
So make yourself a cup of tea, pick up your favourite yarn, and settle in. There's always another story waiting to be stitched at Weave & Whimsy.