Introduction to Mosaic Crochet - Havana Workshop with Tinna Thórudóttir
Discover the vibrant world of mosaic crochet with Icelandic textile artist and internationally loved designer, Tinna Thórudóttir. Dive into the basics of mosaic crochet while creating a colourful swatch from Tinna’s iconic Havana pattern.
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Mosaic Crochet Foundations: A Colourful Introduction with Tinna Thórudóttir
Discover the vibrant world of mosaic crochet with Icelandic textile artist and internationally loved designer, Tinna Thórudóttir. In this relaxed and hands-on workshop, you’ll dive into the basics of mosaic crochet while creating a colourful swatch from Tinna’s iconic Havana pattern—an engaging design that has inspired crocheters around the world.
Designed for crocheters with basic skills, this session is perfect if you’re new to colourwork or curious about the technique behind Tinna’s signature style. You’ll work through a simple mosaic chart and explore one of the seven bold and beautiful stitch patterns featured in the Havana afghan. With Tinna's expert guidance, you’ll gain confidence with colour, chart reading, and textured crochet—all while making something beautiful.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your crochet repertoire, this workshop is the perfect springboard into the art of mosaic crochet.
What You’ll Learn:
- The foundations of mosaic crochet
- How to read and follow a mosaic chart
- Tips for choosing contrasting colours for maximum effect
- Techniques for neat edges and tidy backs
- How to build on these skills for larger projects like blankets and home décor
Class Highlights:
- Learn directly from Tinna and experience her joyful approach to colour and crochet
- Start a beautiful mosaic crochet swatch using the Havana pattern
- Receive a copy of the Havana pattern to continue your project at home
Skill Level:
Beginner. You’ll need to know basic stitches (chain, double crochet), but no previous colourwork experience is required.
Duration:
In-person class, 3 hours
What to Bring:
- At least two colours of DK/8ply– worsted weight/10 ply yarn (200g each), with good contrast
- 4.5mm – 5mm crochet hook
- Crochet stitch markers
- Scissors and a tapestry/yarn needle for finishing
- Notebook and pen
Workshop Note:
Choose colours with strong contrast to help your mosaic design stand out. Lighter shades in DK or worsted-weight yarn are ideal for seeing stitch definition and pattern structure as you learn.
Thank you to Crochet Guild Australia for bringing Tinna to Australia. You can find out more about Crochet Guild Australia on their website.
Patterns featured on this page: Havana Afghan by Tinna Thórudóttir
About your teacher: Tinna Thórudóttir Thorvaldar(Iceland)
I love crochet and all handy crafts and have crocheted since I was a little girl, my great grandmother taught me how when I was 9 years old. I in turn have taught crochet classes since 2009.
I have been a professional crocheter since 2012 and have released 3 books with original crochet patterns in Iceland (Þóra Heklbók in 2011, María Heklbók in 2013 and Havana Heklbók in 2016) and was also the editor and contributor of the fourth book (Heklfélagið in 2014).
I also do yarn bombs, since 2010, and was one of 4 textile artists featured in the movie Yarn (2016), where you can see my work. Now I am making more textile (indoor!) art and held art exhibitions, where I do both crochet and embroidery pieces. Please check out my work on Instagram @tinnahekl if you are interested.
I much prefer creating new patterns and art, to computer work and translations, and that is why I have not published any of my patterns here on Ravelry until now. But after much encouragement (mostly from my mom and my husband ) now I am determined to putting my focus on translating my patterns and selling them internationally … even if I have to force myself to put down the crochet needle and pay more attention to the computer once in a while ;)
Terms and conditions
- Full payment is required prior to the start of the class to confirm your spot.
- Minimum numbers - All classes require a minimum in order to go ahead. If your class or workshop does not have the minimum number of students, the class will be postponed and you will be notified within three days of the class date if it has been cancelled or changed.
- We cannot be held liable for travel or any other costs in the event of a cancellation.
- If your class is postponed or cancelled you can use the amount paid to transfer to another event/activity, use it as a store credit, or be issued a full refund.
Cancelling a class
- Up to 7 days before the class - you are able to cancel, postpone or swap a class up to 7 days prior to the class date and can receive a full refund.
- 7 days-24 hours before the class - we are able to offer a credit but we cannot guarantee a full refund unless another booking fills your spot.
- Less than 24 hours before the class - no credit or refund available.
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