Inspired by the hauntingly beautiful song All You Got is Gold by indie band The Great Escape, the Universe in Bloom CAL 2025 is a 12-week immersive Crochet-A-Long celebrating the golden threads of creativity connecting us all. Designed by renowned crochet artist Dedri Uys, the blanket bursts with joyful colour, playful textures, and clever techniques—inviting adventurous beginners and seasoned crocheters alike on a journey of skill and imagination.

A Journey to Share
Starting in Autumn 2025, this CAL offers a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow crafters and master new stitches. Dedri’s step- by-step instructions and the supportive Scheepjes community will guide participants through each week as they bring their Universe in Bloom blanket to life. Whether they follow a suggested colourway or create their own, this project is sure to fill the season with inspiration, joy, and a strong sense of creative connection.

A Tips & Tricks PDF will be released on 1 October containing useful information including pattern notes, gauge/tension guidance and measurements. The CAL runs from 8 October - 17 December. Free pattern parts will be available in English (UK and US terminology), Dutch and German, and will be released typically on Wednesdays at 12 noon CET/CEST. They will be shared via Official Scheepjes International and Dutch Facebook groups and on Scheepjes.com.

Weekly photo and video tutorials will be available in English via Dedri’s blog LookAtWhatIMade, while Dutch video tutorials will be provided by Michael Wassenaar of Mike’s Creatieve Wereld. Both Dedri and Michael will be active in the Facebook groups throughout the CAL to support and engage with participants. Scheepjes recommend that participants join the groups to benefit from the guidance of our skilled moderators, admin team, and the encouragement of fellow makers.

Scheepjes Cotton Create 50% Recycled Cotton, 50% Premium Cotton; 50g/170m
Cotton Create is a soft, Fingering weight yarn made from 50% Recycled Cotton and 50% Premium Cotton. A more sustainable evolution of Scheepjes Cotton 8, it features a gentle matte finish and smooth twist, offering excellent stitch definition for showcasing textured patterns in the Universe in Bloom CAL. Lightweight, breathable, and kind to sensitive skin, it’s perfect for those who prefer to work with exclusively natural materials.

For each Cotton Create version, which measures approx. 145 x 145cm blocked, participants will also require a 3mm crochet hook (not included), or size required to achieve gauge.

Your kit will include the yarn required to complete your blanket, a large Scheepjes Tote Bag (Limited Edition 165th Anniversary), and Tulip stitch markers.

EARTH COLOURWAY
Yarn A Tie (501) x 8 balls
Yarn B Adjust (639) x 2 balls
Yarn C Undo (650) x 2 balls
Yarn D Embroider (654) x 2 balls
Yarn E Fringe (653) x 2 balls
Yarn F Unwind (529) x 2 balls
Yarn G Weave (726) x 2 balls
Yarn H Cast on (664) x 4 balls
Yarn I Progress (723) x 2 balls
Yarn J Cast off (669) x 3 balls
Yarn K Draft (710) x 4 balls

GALAXY COLOURWAY
Yarn A Unwind (529) x 4 balls
Yarn B Weave (726) x 2 balls
Yarn C Drape (721) x 2 balls
Yarn D Turn (724) x 5 balls
Yarn E Progress (723) x 5 balls
Yarn F Seam (665) x 10 balls
Yarn G Shape (663) x 5 balls

SEASIDE COLOURWAY
Yarn A Sketch (700) x 3 balls
Yarn B Fix (714) x 8 balls
Yarn C Seam (665) x 9 balls
Yarn D Progress (723) x 7 Balls
Yarn E Turn (724) x 3 balls