Rosa Parks

By Carla Mitrani

---

Find the complete pattern in Inside Crochet Issue #129

In a time of segregation, Rosa was not afraid to stand up for her rights, and her efforts transformed her into one of the leaders of the civil rights movement.

EXTRACT: This inspiring design is taken from Crochet Iconic Women by Carla Mitrani (David and Charles, £15.99).

Materials

* Hobbii Rainbow Cotton 8/8, 100% cotton, 50g/75m/82yds
Yarn A: Light Brown 006 x 1 ball
Yarn B: White 001 x 1 ball
Yarn C: Sage Green 098 x 1 ball
Yarn D: Steel Blue 078 x 1 ball
Yarn E: Light Blue 027 x 1 ball
Yarn F: Black 009 x 1 ball
Yarn G: Brown 007 x 1 ball
Yarn H: Pink 045 x 1 ball
(Note: Small amount only needed of yarn H)

* 2.5mm hook

* Yarn needle

* Pair of safety eyes, 8mm/¼in

* Stitch marker

* Fibrefill stuffing

* Black coated wire, 20cm/7¾in

* Pliers

* Craft glue or black sewing thread

---

Buy the issue

View Issue #129