This pattern is part of the "Purposeful Patterns" initiative - a series of designs benefiting a variety of causes. $1 from the sale of each Mudcloth Blanket pattern will be donated to Mali Rising, a foundation dedicated to empowering the children of Mali, West Africa by expanding and improving educational opportunities for them within their own villages. Donate directly to the MRF here.

+ DESCRIPTION
Mudcloth, also known as bògòlanfini, is a traditional Malian fabric made with fermented mud. The fabric is worn by hunters, to designate status within local cultures, and during ritual celebrations. Now a symbol of Malian cultural identity, the production of mudcloth is a multi-step process with motifs representing daily life, history, and folklore. This crocheted blanket has been inspired by several iconic mudcloth patterns.

+ SKILLS
This is an easy level crochet pattern and the techniques involved are single crochet, skipping stitches, working into chain spaces, and basic embroidery skills. 

All patterns are written in standard US terms.

+ SIZING
Width: 38”/96.5cm
Length: 45”/114cm

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