Color Changes in Mosaic Overlay Crochet (updated 1-14-22)

This is an updated version of my previous video tutorial on changing color mid-row in mosaic overlay crochet (a.k.a. tapestry). In it, I explore using anchored DC stitches and carrying the extra color the entire length of the row for the most polished finished project.

[@1jooney]

Thank you! Your tutorials have been so very helpful! Great video, great technique, great work! Thank you!

[@heathernobledesigns]

Thank you! I’m so glad you found the tutorials helpful. 😊

[@margaretrose3871]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I just bought the giraffe pattern and thought i could not figure out the color changes. But this makes it so clear I think i can do it. Beautiful pattern. Thank you!

[@darkeyedginger8927]

this is amazing and a game changer! so many options are suddenly open!

[@dianamansour7323]

Thank you for mentioning Knit Companion I just downloaded it! I heard of it before, but watching you use it was so simple!

[@lynemoss]

Awesome. Thank you.

[@Kmoeller1951]

Thank you! So easy to understand; you are a great teacher!

[@heathernobledesigns]

Thank you!🥰

[@marcelaleonardofondevilalo2713]

Muchas gracias por la explicación!!!

[@osmia]

I'm really enjoying your channel. I did one teeny tiny Mosaic crochet project this past Christmas season and I'm totally intending to try it again. I'm definitely coming back to your Channel / patterns because of your logic and unique techniques when I'm ready to give it a go again

[@heathernobledesigns]

Thank you so much!

[@kathleenchamp3764]

Hi Heather. I'm excited to see its a carry like I do in reg Chet. Yay! Lol but I can't hemp but notice your ability to look at your chart and show the blue line to hero track of what your doing. I'm hoping you have shared info or you can in the program or🤷‍♀️ that you use. What ever it is that gives you the ability to do this. LOVE IT!! TY in advance for you help. 🤗

[@heathernobledesigns]

Hi Kathleen-I'm not sure I understand your question. The lines alternate color each row because it's mosaic overlay crochet and that is the basis of the mosaic crochet technique. I have several videos available for the beginning concepts of this style of crochet. I hope that answers your question-but if not, please feel free to reach out again! ☺

[@kathleenchamp3764]

@@heathernobledesigns sorry for the messy text my cell goes Rouge with auto ?? After I send. Lol

[@LizzieMayne]

This something I been looking for for ages. Thank you. Can you tell me what BS means on your chart.

[@heathernobledesigns]

Hi Lizzie! BS stands for Border Stitch. In mosaic overlay crochet, each row starts with a new color with the yarn cut at the end of the row. The border stitch is a secure way to keep the yarn from coming lose and unraveling.

[@UnaBooker]

Fabulous video. Can you tell me please what app you are using to follow the chart? It’s amazing and would help me no end with my mosaic.

[@heathernobledesigns]

Thank you! The app is called Knit Companion. It’s wonderful!😊

[@teresagibson5015]

What program are you using so you can follow the pattern on a tablet with that blue line to keep you in place. I am just learning and your video is great. Thanks Teresa

[@heathernobledesigns]

Thank you! The app is called Knit Companion. 😊

[@famijpelaar6156]

It is so beautiful, Witch program do you use for counting the pattern, looks so easy

[@heathernobledesigns]

I use an app called "Knit Companion". It's wonderful! It can sync with your Ravelry account (for any patterns you've purchased) and with Dropbox for PDF files.

[@famijpelaar6156]

@@heathernobledesigns thank you so much, I really enjoy your crochet from the Netherlands 👍😘

[@hkchozeh]

I see you see using a tablet program that allows you to dynamically mark your place in a row. What app is that please? Although I've been crocheting for 65 years, there's always more to learn. I look forward to watching all your videos

[@heathernobledesigns]

Hi Mare! Glad to have you here! The app is called "Knit Companion". It's amazing! It can sync with your Ravelry account and also with Dropbox.

[@barbwhite6762]

What program are you using on your phone to track your pattern?

[@heathernobledesigns]

Hi Barb, the app is called Knit Companion. I love it! It's a game changer for working with charts!☺

[@elainef.rogers2148]

Heather, can you tell of show how to use 3-4 or more color changes in a design please? Like the design I want to do needs 3 colors in one row

[@heathernobledesigns]

Hi Elaine-I wouldn’t use this technique for more than 2 colors because the back of the project will start to get bulky if you’re burying too many strands of yarn. I would either add the 3rd color at the spot you want to use it and weave in the ends, or I would consider using bobbins. I don’t have a video on using bobbins-but there are many on KZbin if you do a search. It’s not my favorite technique, but it is a way to use multiple colors.

[@elainef.rogers2148]

@@heathernobledesigns yes I was looking at testing a cup of hot cocoa that has a heart on one cup and a tree on the other. With the cocoa being colored and topping with marshmallows. Thank you for your prompt reply.

[@elainef.rogers2148]

@@heathernobledesigns thank you for your reply and time. I really appreciate you. 🥰

[@susanwilliams3598]

I am very very new to mosaic and i have a question. The last few stitches of the row you did why didn't you change to the gray color? is it because the next row had a drop down dc and would hide it anyways?

[@heathernobledesigns]

Yes-that’s exactly the reason! 😊

[@debybaxter2428]

What software are you using on your IPAD?

[@heathernobledesigns]

Hi Deby! The app is called Knit Companion. I love it! It's a game changer for working with charts!☺