Pattern is written in US terminology and includes a chart, row by row instructions and pictures.

For this pattern, the only prerequired stitches you should know are the slip stitch and the single crochet (US terms). This pillow cover is worked flat in rows to make front and back panels before joining them together. The front panel is crocheted using the intarsia method. The design is quite simple but features meaningful ancient symbology associated with positivity and good luck – this makes it a great project for newbies to intarsia, as well as those more experienced looking for a quick and simple, yet beautiful and meaningful, project to brighten up your home. The back panel can be created as one piece in solid color or as two panels to create a flap/opening if you prefer to make the pillow insert removeable – instructions are provided for both options.

Design meaning
The pillow cover design features the ancient and revered Indalo Man (aka ‘Mojacar Man’). The Indalo is a prehistoric symbol that was identified by archeologist Martinez in 1868 when studying a large cave covered in ancient paintings in Spain. Some believe that the Indalo represents a prehistoric god holding the rainbow in his open arms in an apparent pact of protection with man. With outstretched arms leading to the “rainbow” uninterrupted, the Indalo Man represents connectedness, harmony, and love – it is no mistake that Indalo is joined through the heart or chest region to create continuity. Indalo’s ultimate goal is the harmony of any part—material or spiritual, individually or collectively—and recognizing diversity and plurality as richness in unity. Others believe that the true meaning has been lost. The Indalo became a local “good charm” symbol and over time, it was used to ward away bad luck and even the “evil eye”.

Materials required:
#4 weight yarn (aran) - I used stylecraft special aran in pomegranate and King Cole Fashion Aran in stone
4mm or 5mm hook (or size required to obtain gauge)

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