HAVANA CAL 2018 - Mosaic Crochet tutorial

A beginners tutorial on how to work the mosaic crochet technique.
I made this tutorial for my HAVANA CAL, but you can also use it to learn this technique in general and use it for all kinds of fun projects! In this video I also show you how to work the mosaic patterns using the charts that are always included in my mosaic crochet patterns.
The HAVANA CAL starts today, Monday October the 1st, and will run for 8 weeks, until the 19th of November when the last part will be released. the pattern will be available for free during the CAL. Pippin Crochet Club on Facebook is hosting the CAL so please join us there if you want to crochet the Havana Afghan along with us and/or have any further questions.
you can find the pattern for the Havana Afghan and more of my mosaic crochet patterns in my Ravelry store here:
www.ravelry.com/stores/tinna-...
edit:
I'm so very happy to see all your wonderful comments here! thank you so much. it was the first ever tutorial I made so a lot of trial and errors. But I still posted it , knowing that nothings ever perfect anyways, and you have to begin somewhere, right! Now I see that it has helped a lot of people getting started with mosaic crochet, so I see I made the right call.
now it's just onwards and upwards!
Also, I'm so very sorry about the fan noise. it was so hot that day and so if I don't have the fan going directly at my hands while crocheting, I get sweaty palms and the crocheting just looses all it's groove! which is no good when making a tutorial. lol. I was hoping it wouldn't be noticeable, but sadly I was wrong. I won't make this mistake again, I promise!

[@ayalaassaf]

Excellent and comprehensive tutorial…I recommend watching all lessons to learn from the best before starting the real work.

[@Nacho-Mamma]

FINALLY! Someone explaining how this technique is actually done, and in simple language! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!

[@0ShiftingParadigms0]

Nacho Mamma I agree!

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

❤️🙏🏽😘💃🏽

[@noordinaryyarn-handdyedfar5035]

Agreed!

[@annmarieonoratp]

Thank you so much for your videos. I have crocheted for years. This Afghan is all new to me. Your work is amazing and has inspired me. Thank you.

[@Blessed-2-b-a-Hembree]

I’ve so happy I found your tutorials. I’ve been crocheting for 52 years and haven’t found any inspiration in quite a while. Mosaic crochet is something I haven’t done so I’m excited to try. It’s also exciting that almost any skill level can do it.

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

Tammy Reavis oh this makes me happy!!!

[@morticia981]

You are the first person to demonstrate the border stitch to me in decades of crochet. THANK YOU! You made this so clear.

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

Regan Willams Sterner ❤️☺️🙏🏽😘

[@Joanieb5457]

Love your tutorials. I am a visual learner so your tutorials are FANTASTIC for me to learn new patterns…

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

Great to hear! ✨

[@chrisgreek4285]

Ok, I just ordered Tunisian crochet hooks and yarn bobbins. I have heard (read?) people say it was easier than it looks, but that didn’t mean it was actually quite simple! Thank you Tinna!!!

[@carlahildebrand1544]

Your work is so different and beautiful! I think I could do this simply because you explain it so well! You must be a teacher! Thank you for your videos!

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

Carla Hildebrand ❤️❤️❤️

[@marshanotmarcia7433]

I am ALWAYS on the lookout for new stitches/patterns to learn, WITHOUT the blah, blah, blah. You have renewed my faith in instructors!! Cannot wait to start!!! Thank You!

[@georgiabutka5096]

I actually thought you were sitting outside at a resort because the fan sounds like a waterfall.......Just got interested in mosiac and came across you and your youtube tutorials. AMAZING !

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

Haha thanks ! … that was just the ventilator 🙈😂

[@heatherhughes8215]

Like any Ah-Ha moment should feel when something finally makes sense when explained well, ty.

[@smariegalski3641]

Wow! Great theme/beginning with the music and street scenes! Very well done! Your crochet work is stunning.

[@Stephmae73]

I'm so glad I found your channel! You're so talented!!!

[@MCher2]

This pattern is gorgeous, simple, yet amazingly detailed. Thank you so much for sharing!!

[@Brockohliflower]

There’s so much to love about this. I especially like that you can change the pattern further along and don’t have to stay with this one design. Thank you for making this video.

[@richelorelia4110]

Unbelievably simple 🤗 thank you sooo much for the clear explanation

[@aminayusuf5509]

Wow. I love this technique. Am still fairly a beginner but I will love to learn the Mosaic crochet. Thanks Tinna. You are a great teacher

[@crazygirl6380]

You are the only one who has explained it to where I can understand it. Thank you so much for the video.

[@debbijacobs-rickard3281]

How simple and beautiful! You explained so perfect! Thank you!!!!!

[@b.m.c.9384]

Thank you so much!! Your explanation of the pattern & technique is so easy to understand and I am such a visual person it's always easier for me to learn by seeing a stitch done. Now I can learn by watching and hearing you do it then keep the paper pattern for reference & reminder when away from my computer. You are terrific! 5 Stars!

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

Spirit's Ease ☺️☺️☺️🥰🙏🏽😘

[@laurabarratt4755]

Thank You Tinna for such a wonderful lesson! New technique and gift to all of us!

[@debbiefox6846]

This is a fabulous tutorial. Your chart is Brilliant! One of the easiest I have ever followed. Finally someone showing it isn't so hard to make such beautiful pieces. Thank You

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

Debbie Fox ☺️☺️☺️☺️🙏🏽😘

[@sheiladale6802]

I used the Ravelry link and found the Havannah Shawl, but not the afghans. Please help... I will gladly pay for the pattern. Also, is the CAL still available? Thank you.

[@shelleybibeau2362]

Amazing. Finally found you. I am late but I will make my version this spring and post. I already made the Apache tears blanket and wanted more. You have mastered it. Excellence! Thanks.

[@wallspatty]

This technique is so beautiful! Will definitely try it. I have subscribed. Looking forward to more from you.

[@joycehock5366]

This is amazing! I just saw your channel on KZbin and it is so beautiful! I have crocheted for many many years but have never seen this technic. Thank you!

[@HeleneLogan]

Your work is stunning. I look forward to trying this technique! Thank you for sharing your talent. 😊

[@abitofwhimsie]

Omg! Could you be any cuter?’ I don’t think so! Your intro and send off are supreme! You are a wonderful teacher and your blanket so beautiful I am going to start it today!!!! Thank you so much for taking the time to teach us!

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

abitofwhimsie ahahaha you’re so sweet! ❤️🙏🏽😘

[@janiceskelly3996]

abitofwhimsie n

[@lindamotley6217]

I love this technique, thank you from Southern Indiana!!!

[@helenweatherby1694]

I am hooked (if you’ll pardon the pun) on this technique. This will be my next project. Your tutorials are wonderful.

[@elisa-knittingnothingspeci4602]

Please, please do more videos. Your work is mind blowing, AWESOME!!! Thank you for posting this video.

[@judipodgurski5083]

WOW !!!! Finally, this is making sense to me, and I am so excited !! You have explained this so beautifully, that I completely understand this technique now, and you have gotten me out of a creative funk I've been in recently. THANK YOU !!!!!!! Subscribed !!! xoxo Judi in Canada

[@shelleyriley9130]

I have had my eye on a mosaic shawl I wanted to make for a while now, but I kept putting it off because I thought it would be difficult. After watching your video, I can't believe how simple it is. Wish I had watched this earlier and I could have been enjoying my shawl all this time! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@leebryson2192]

I've never been interested in mosaic crochet until I saw your work!!! LOVE, love your colors, designs, and tutorials. Thank you!!

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

❤️🙏🏽❤️

[@pamelaallen6543]

Fun! Fun! Fun! This an amazing technique and I'm going to make something gorgeous. Thank you for sharing.

[@temperhollow7716]

I'm a long way off from making these creations but enjoy watching and leaning. Your work is beyond gorgeous.

[@paulettegarcia3266]

I am so terribly happy that I found your Channel. Your Afghans are gorgeous. I haven't tried making one yet but I will. Your instructions are so easy to follow. I absolutely love you.

[@laniec.f.2531]

This is gorgeous! I feel as if I was born with a pointy hat on, because I doubt my ability to be able to accomplish this. I admire those who can watch this and pick up and start doing it. Simply gorgeous!!

[@sonjabirch5533]

I am so am so glad to have found your page today, always wanted to do this form of crochet , an you have explained it so simply that I feel brave enough to try, I have subscribed, many thanks from North West England U.K.

[@jacobmoreno3580]

super excited, went step by step with your tutorial and amazed at how it is turning out.

[@Tanacarroll]

I love this stitch! It’s beautiful and I’m excited to learn this. Thank you!

[@mgam9501]

This is first time I have seen this technique and I love it, cannot wait to have a go, thank you for your great instructions

[@allaboutyarn8240]

Great tutorial! This new technique (to me) opens up exciting possibilities. Thanks for sharing.

[@tthomas6013]

Beautifully taught. Happy to have found you💕

[@rocaeterna99]

Amazing! Gorgeous! Lovely! Thank You for teaching us to do this beauty art!

[@aheartofworship27]

Tinna, this is a new crochet technique for me, very exciting. I like your method of teaching. Thumbs Up!

[@barbd9887]

I just found this video and a so excited to try this! It is gorgeous and I never thought I could follow mosaic but you make it so easy to do! Thank you❤️❤️❤️

[@cdeaconvideo]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! It makes the most beautiful, neat pattern ❤️ I'm making a blanket now, I love it!

[@mariab.1997]

Beautiful! I'm glad I stumbled upon your channel

[@emilymatczak9736]

This is so smart. I love this. And you don't have to work in the ends!!

[@kornkob95]

Thank you for this! I wanted to try mosaic but couldn't find a tutorial until I came across this. It does look easy. Can't wait to try it

[@naomiwilson7622]

Hello from New Zealand. I'm so happy to have found your tutorials. Your work is beautiful 😍

[@kimboeskeim397]

Such a lovely, patient teacher & most beautiful crochet artist! Inspiring!!

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@michaelacc5577]

Thank you! As a "lefty" I'll be going left to right and making the adjustments!

[@cynthiakiy1406]

You are a wonderful teacher! That was great, thank you!

[@maricelaperez4129]

This is amazing, thank you for sharing your talent

[@BlackSeranna]

Thank you for sharing this! At first I had trouble, not because of you but because my brain just wasn't learning very fast! But now I completely get it! Thank you so much! I am off to make my own patterns!

[@dhanaazm7897]

This is beautiful. Thank you. Mosaic is so versatile.

[@jenniferwong4530]

Gorgeous!! You are a talent for sure!! Love the way you hold your hook too!!

[@PatriciaAnn]

These are great patterns for leftover yarns. Mucho Grasia!

[@faithtopper8501]

omg that is so beautiful i am so glad i found your channel thanks for posting

[@jamieevans1387]

this is so cool! i've never seen this before. Can't believe it's so simple! thank you for it

[@judylee3589]

Absolutely gorgeous, can't wait to try it. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@redraven_y2k]

Omg, I can believe I was scared to do this pattern. I have had this pattern since day 1. After watching this video I am truly ready to tackle this! Thank you Tinna 🥰

[@daphnestamey7989]

Great instructions Tinna , thank you for helping me understand the technique . Just in the watching stage at the moment. 😊

[@Learning2luvME]

Love your stitch work, so nice and neat. Thanks for the tutorial . Love this pattern, making a blanket for hubby! 💕💕

[@TwistedStitchesShow]

Very easy for a pattern that looks so extremely complicated. Thank you. Will give it a try next project. Thank you.

[@sheenab1927]

I’ve been looking for a tutorial for a pattern like this and you popped up on my feed. Thank you!! I’m looking forward to more!

[@doloreslove2816]

I enjoyed your tutorial. You make it look doable, mil gracias.

[@AbiNomac]

Your videos are hip and funky. I love seeing you in your van, and out and about doing your thing. I have know doubt that being in your presence would be a fun experience. Love the crochet too.

[@susani.-partyonwithyarnandcroc]

Wow, thank you for explaining it so easily. I think I can do it. You are truly amazing and an inspiration for me to try. Thank you!!!!

[@leaalves7677]

Your tutorial is wonderful!!! Thank you so much! I'm from Brasil, and i can understand perfectly!

[@joyprewitt2785]

I am totally obsessed with all of your designs!!!!! You make everything so happy and fun!🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

☺️☺️☺️🙏🏽😘

[@lindamotley6217]

Thank you Tinna, I see everything very good now, thank you so much, excited to learn this, thank you for your time, and giving us this great video, it's just really BEAUTIFUL!!❤

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

Linda Motley ❤️🙏🏽😘

[@levanticat]

Tinna! I have just found your channel. I was looking for inspiration for my next project. Thank you so much for sharing this super simple technique that has a stunning effect. I have subscribed and look forward to watching all your vids. Kim in New Zealand 😊

[@IndomitableAde]

I'm amazed that a very simple technique creates such a beautiful and complicated looking fabric. I thought this was going to be hard but now I feel confident enough to do it. Thank you!

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

Ade Akili ❤️❤️❤️

[@pansypuss6831]

Thanks Tinna… Your video makes it all so clear :)

[@Glittersp]

Thank you so much for this tutorial❣️ This technique is totally AWSOME! Can’t wait to try it :)

[@debracomer6864]

Stubbled on to your video tutorials tonight and I love it. You make it so easy to understand. Can't wait to start a project. Thank you, thank you.

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

Oh that makes me happy to hear!! Thank you so much for your support and encouragement ❤️🙏🏽❤️

[@kifurban]

This is beautiful. I have just brought this pattern and the gorgeous scarf pattern . Can’t wait to get started 😍

[@rachellegge5988]

you are a brilliant communicator and not even in your first language!

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

☺️🙏🏽😘

[@joanneineson9516]

Love your work and your colour choices, tutorials are great. Many thanks from me in New Zealand!

[@tejuvaliqu]

Your channel just popped up in my YT suggestion list. Wow, am I ever glad it did, ive never seen such gorgeous crochet. Actually.....ive never heard of this before. Sorry i missed your CAL though. I'm subscribed and clicked that bell. Hoping to see more. Thank you

[@tonyabaker2823]

This is my new favorite crocheting technique, thank you so much for this. I can't wait to get started.

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

Oh that’s just wonderful to hear!! ... this is my favourite crochet technique as well! And just take care, it’s quite addictive 🙈😉 I have hardly done anything else now for the last 5 years 🤣❤️😘

[@jenniebishop6324]

I just found you and I’m sooooooo happy that I did!!!

[@charmainechong-mcburnie8973]

Love your intro and your site. Your work is absolutely beautiful. Can't wait to crochet along with u as i just got new needles for my bday

[@donyalhendricks-chuculate8858]

You are such a amazing teacher I love your videos

[@honeywell891]

OH, OH. Now I’m addicted to another type of pattern. I’m amazed how this turns out. So happy I found you. Btw, I’m in Ontario, Canada. I’m also subscribed now. And hooked.

[@abijohnson7484]

Fran Perks hee hee, crochet hooked teehee

[@sarahdubeau9978]

Thank you so much for your tutorial! I’ve been struggling to learn how to do mosaic patterns and tiles and you explained it so that everything makes sense. I’m very excited to get started!

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

Sarah DuBeau oh I’m so happy to hear this helped! Happy hooking!

[@susanlucero3530]

I love it so much and you are a great teacher! I hope to find another video of yours that shows the double border and how you assemble it to the main piece. A million thumbs up :)

[@barbaraguimond1812]

I just found your channel. Your work is beautiful and you explain it so well. Thank you for sharing.

[@pjfoltz8810]

Thank you for this awesome tutorial! I have always wanted to know how this was done!

[@milagronieves2613]

This is amazing and the results are beautiful.

[@sharadaundemane4644]

Thank you very much and you have taught this technique very beautifully.

[@caryulmer7063]

Absolutely stunning, thank you for showing us how to do this. I'm a new sub.

[@jewelsapp1806]

You are awesome!! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful talent with us!!! You make this look so simple and doable!!!! Bless you and please take care and stay safe and healthy!!!💕💗🥰

[@TinnaThorudottirThorvaldar]

Thank you so much for the encouragement and your support ❤️ many blessings to you and your family ❤️🙏🏽❤️

[@blakkamindri7267]

I am so happy that I found your channel I really want to do this!!

[@lesleyoliver5582]

Oh wow - I think I’m hooked! Thank you for the clear explanation. 🐨🐨

[@susanb6104]

Thank you for such a clear and easy to understand video!

[@tasneemmohsin7262]

Thank you for the sweet and simple tutorial. I’ll definitely try it hopefully. ❤️❤️❤️

[@LauraGonzalez-uq4fw]

Una belleza todo lo que tejes, me encantan todas tus creaciones. Saludos desde Montevideo, Uruguay. Beso grande!!