Originally created using Scheepjes Colour Crafter yarn, this design—first known as the Colour Study Throw—was featured in YARN Bookazine 4: Dutch Masters. A timeless creation, it continues to captivate the Scheepjes team.

During the planning of YARN Bookazine 18: The Family Issue, we reimagined this striking blanket in rich blue tones inspired by Delft pottery. Delft Blue’s origins date back to the 17th century, a golden age for Dutch art. Blue, Holland, art, and craftsmanship are inseparable, making this the perfect heirloom blanket to crochet for your family.

Now crafted in Scheepjes Terrazzo, a felted tweed-effect yarn, this version offers natural warmth with a touch of nurturing luxury. The lightweight blend of recycled wool and viscose provides softness and durability, while the yarn’s multi-tonal shades and subtle flecks add rich texture, giving the blanket a timeless quality.

Materials
Scheepjes Terrazzo (70% Recycled Mulesing Free Wool, 30% Recycled Viscose; 50g/175m)
Yarn A 734 Opale x 3 balls
Yarn B 735 Fontana x 3 balls
Yarn C 744 Prosecco x 3 balls
Yarn D 731 Millenio x 3 balls
Yarn E 733 Zaffro x 3 balls
Yarn F 740 Piuma x 3 balls
Yarn G 760 Giungla x 3 balls
Yarn H 737 Mediterraneo x 3 balls
Yarn I 736 Bolle x 3 balls
Yarn J 741 Cenere x 4 balls
4mm and 4.5mm crochet hooks
Tapestry needle
8 stitch markers

This is a beginner level pattern.

The written pattern, along with schematics for the blocks and layout of the Illusion Blanket, which measures 152 x 174cm (59¾“ x 63½”), is featured in Scheepjes YARN Bookazine 18 – The Family Issue. YARN Bookazines are available in print in both English (UK terminology) and Dutch from Scheepjes retailers.