Welcome, yarnies, hexagon lovers, and cozy crocheters! The wait is finally over. The #FrostandBloomCAL has officially bloomed, and we are absolutely buzzing to get started! ❄️🌱🌸
Welcome to the start of something beautiful! ❄️➡️🌸 You’ve stepped into our most transitional CAL yet, created in collaboration with the incredible Toni Lipsey of TL Yarn Crafts: The Aura Lapghan.
Over the next six weeks, we’ll be taking a journey from the crisp blue, and cool vibes of winter right into the colorful greenish embrace of early spring. And the best part? You won’t be stitching alone! With video tutorials from Toni guiding you every step of the way, you can tackle these hexagons with total confidence. 💪🧶
Pro tip: Have your pattern handy while watching the videos. You can adjust the playback speed and add subtitles in the settings of the player. ⚙️
Quick links – Jump to the next part: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5 | Part 6
This blog post will be updated every Tuesday with a new part of the pattern.
Before You Begin: A Few Tips
Gauge is Your Bestie! We know, we know... swatching isn't the most exciting part. But trust us, checking your tension is key to making sure your hexagons fit together like a puzzle! And to make it even easier, all you have to do is follow this guide.
Need a hand? Stuck on a stitch? Just want to show off your yarn choice? Join the Hobbii Make-Alongs Facebook Group. It’s the friendliest corner of the internet where you can ask questions, get support, and cheer on your fellow makers. 👯
#FrostandBloomCAL – Part 1: Solid and Striped Motifs
Updated: February 3, 2026
Let’s break the ice! ❄️In this section, we’re establishing the beautiful building blocks of our blanket. You’ll be practicing some absolute essentials: the magic ring, crocheting in the round, and carrying colors.
Heads up: Pay close attention to the Notes section of each motif! It’s your secret map to ensure you make the correct number of hexagons and use those gorgeous colors evenly. ✨
Download the pattern for Part 1 here ➜
#FrostandBloomCAL – Part 2: Popcorn, Block, and Granny Motifs
Updated: February 10, 2026
Ready to level up? 🚀 Now that you’re a hexagon pro, let's add some personality to your blanket! This week is all about beginner-friendly motifs that look impressive but are easy to master.
You’ll learn the Popcorn Stitch (hello, texture!), the geometric Block Stitch, and the beloved Granny Stitch, brought to life with fresh and vibrant colors. 🎨
Download the updated pattern here ➜
#FrostandBloomCAL – Part 3: Bullseye, African Flower, and Blooming Motifs
Updated: February 17, 2026
Things are getting serious….. seriously beautiful, that is! 😍 This week, we’re treating you to three eye-catching designs that really steal the show.
You’ll start with the Bullseye motif, using post stitches and lacy details to create perfect balance. Then, get ready to fall in love with the African Flower, a total delight that uses spike stitches to break up colors in striking ways. Finally, the Blooming motif brings together puff stitches and clusters for a texture that looks like it was fresh-picked from a flourishing garden. 🌺🌿
Download the updated pattern here ➜
#FrostandBloomCAL – Part 4: Sea Dog and Snowflake Motifs
Updated: February 24, 2026
Ready to flex those creative muscles? 💪 This week, we’re tackling the two motifs, and they are here to push your skills to stunning new heights!
First up, we have the Snowflake motif. You’ll be dipping your toes into tapestry crochet to create a bold, graphic look that captures the magic of drifting snow. ❄️
Then, it’s time to set sail with Sea Dog! This is our most colorful hexagon yet, designed to look just like a ship’s wheel steering us straight into crochet joy. ⚓
Download the updated pattern here ➜
#FrostandBloomCAL – Part 5: Half Hexagon and Filler Motifs
Updated: March 3, 2026
We’re in the home stretch! 🏁 Now it’s time to make the structural superstars of the Aura Lapghan.
You'll be working on half hexagons for the edges and filler motifs to perfect the shape. Make the blanket uniquely yours by picking your favorite designs for the fillers! Then, grab that darning needle to weave in your ends and steam block your motifs for a professional finish. 🧶💨
Download the updated pattern here ➜
#FrostandBloomCAL – Part 6: Placement, Assembly, and Border
Updated: March 10, 2026
It’s time for the grand finale! 🥳 We’ve reached the most exciting step: turning those piles of hexagons into a blanket.
First, channel your inner artist and arrange your motifs in a layout that makes your heart sing. Once you're ready, we’ll use a quick and easy crochet slip stitch to seam everything together.
Next, frame your masterpiece with a simple one-round border for that polished, cohesive look. And for the cherry on top? Give your blanket a good wet block to set the shape and make that drape absolutely dreamy. You did it! 🛁✨
Download the complete pattern part here ➜
Don’t Forget to Share Your Masterpiece!
We are dying to see your finished Aura Lapghans! 🤩 Share a photo of your finished blanket on Instagram or Facebook, and you’ll be entered to win a $100 Hobbii Gift Card! 💸
How to enter:
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Post a photo of your finished blanket (feed post only, stories don’t count!).
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Tag @hobbii_yarn and @tlyarncrafts
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Use the hashtag #FrostandBloomCAL
Make sure to post by March 29, 2026, before midnight CET. We’ll choose 5 lucky winners and announce them on March 30, 2026!
Thank You for Crocheting Along with Us!
A massive, hexagon-sized thank you for joining the #FrostandBloomCAL. It has been a joy to watch you stitch your way from winter to spring.
We hope this blanket keeps you cozy during cool evenings and brings a fresh pop of color to your home. Give yourself a high-five (and maybe a hand massage) from us!
Happy Crocheting! Team Hobbii + Toni Lipsey (TL Yarn Crafts) 🧶🧡
