Horror MCAL - the Splintering of the Self - LARGE

**The Splintering of the Self – Mystery CAL - LARGE design** ======================================== A Psychological and Body Horror Overlay Mosaic CAL . ------------------------------------------------ **PLEASE NOTE**: This listing contains the **LARGE** version of the Mystery CAL. A separately adapted Medium version is also available: [You can find the MEDIUM version here][1] Purchase the Large version alone or get both the Medium and Large versions together for aprox €8 (approx. £6.84 / $9.23). (excl VAT and standard ravelry fee) You can automatically apply this promotion by [clicking here][2] .------------------------------------------------ This MCAL is available in two sizes: The Large design begins on Sept 5th, 2026 and runs for 11 weeks. The Medium design begins on Sept 26th, 2026 and runs for 8 weeks. Medium participants will join the CAL when Part 4 of the Large version is released. From then on, both groups will follow the weekly releases together and complete their projects at the same time. *Which size should I choose?* Choose the Large version if you want the full extended composition, a larger finished project and don’t mind committing to a longer 11-week CAL. Choose the Medium version if you prefer a more compact project, want a shorter 8-week CAL, or would like to use less yarn. The Medium design retains the main composition but has been separately adapted with fewer elements in the lower section. The Medium version is not simply the Large version cut short—both sizes have been designed to work as complete compositions. ----- > Something is beginning to fracture > beneath the surface… The Splintering of the Self is a Mystery Overlay Mosaic CAL exploring fragmentation, inner conflict and the gradual loss of a singular sense of self. The complete image will remain hidden at the beginning. Week by week, disconnected fragments and distorted forms will slowly come together into an increasingly unsettling composition. The Large version contains the complete extended design and will be released over 11 weeks. **CAL Schedule** ---------------- Starts: Saturday, Sept 5th, 2026 Final part: Saturday, Nov 14th, 2026 A new part will be released every Saturday at: 6:00 PM UTC Each part contains approximately 25 new rows. Release Schedule Part 1 — Sept 5th: Rows 1–25 Part 2 — Sept 12th: Rows 26–50 Part 3 — Sept 19th: Rows 51–75 Part 4 — Sept 26th: Rows 76–100 Part 5 — Oct 3rd: Rows 101–125 Part 6 — Oct 10th: Rows 126–150 Part 7 — Oct 17th: Rows 151–175 Part 8 — Oct 24th: Rows 176–200 Part 9 — Oct 31st: Rows 201–225 Part 10 — Nov 7th: Rows 226–250 Part 11 — Nov 14th: Rows 251–274 FINAL REVEALWEEK 21 november 2026 The first download includes the General Information / Start Guide. Pattern sections will then be added to your Ravelry library throughout the CAL. After the MCAL has finished, the separate parts will be combined into a complete pattern PDF. **Pattern Information** ------------------- Large: 197 pattern stitches wide × 274 rows tall Technique: Overlay mosaic crochet Colors: 2 strongly contrasting colors Skill level: Confident overlay mosaic beginner / intermediate Suggested yarn: DK / Light Worsted Suggested hook: 4.0–4.5 mm Average gauge: 16 sts × 18 rows per 10 × 10 cm / 4 × 4 in Includes right- and left-handed charts Includes right- and left-handed written instructions US crochet terminology Finished measurements depend on yarn, hook size, gauge and personal tension. At the average gauge above, the pattern area measures approximately 123 × 152 cm / 48 × 60 in, excluding an added border. **Estimated Yarn Requirements** ------------------------------- Total: approx. 3,960–5,210 m / 4,330–5,700 yd Light Color – approx. 59%: 2,335–3,080 m / 2,555–3,370 yd Dark Color – approx. 41%: 1,620–2,135 m / 1,775–2,335 yd These amounts are estimates. Starting chain, border stitches and any added finishing border are not included. More detailed information about gauge, materials, color choices, yarn estimates, starting options and finishing can be found in the included General Information / Start Guide. Content Note ------------ This is an intentionally intense design containing psychological and body-horror imagery, distorted anatomy and unsettling themes. The completed image may be disturbing or uncomfortable for some participants. The design is an artistic exploration of fragmentation and the loss of a singular sense of self and is not intended to portray any specific psychiatric diagnosis. CAL Community ------------- Updates, support and designated spoiler threads will be available in my Facebook group: [Alternative Mosaic Crochet Patterns][3] A casual spoiler-free Instagram group chat will also be available for participants who simply want to chat and enjoy the social side of the CAL. The link is shared in the General Information file. > Some fractures remain hidden. Others > force their way to the surface. [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/horror-mcal---the-splintering-of-the-self---medium [2]: https://www.ravelry.com/redeem/suzanne-van-kooten---dark-motif-designs?sale=433421 [3]: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alternativemosaiccrochetpatterns