Mirror mosaic crochet is a new variation of overlay mosaic crochet in rows. It naturally creates a horizontally mirrored pattern, so the bottom and top of your project are identical. It also spreads colors evenly, even with self-striping, gradient or ombre yarn, or yarn scraps.

What is mirror mosaic crochet?

Unlike regular overlay mosaic crochet, which starts at the bottom, mirror mosaic crochet starts in the center of your project. You crochet rows toward the top and toward the bottom. That's the secret behind the mirrored design and the mirrored color distribution, and it's the main difference between mirror mosaic crochet and overlay mosaic crochet.

Can the mirror mosaic crochet technique be used for any overlay mosaic crochet patterns?

Yes, the mirror mosaic crochet technique can be used for any repeated patterns.

What is the difference between the mirror mosaic crochet and overlay mosaic crochet?

The projects, using the mirror mosaic crochet technique, start in the center instead of the bottom and are worked in rows towards the top and bottom.

And that’s basically the main difference between the mirror mosaic crochet and the traditional bottom-up overlay mosaic crochet in rows techniques.

Want to learn more?

Read here about the mirror mosaic crochet basics and advantages. Fair warning: you might get addicted! 😉