Twisting Arrows & Candy Stripes?!
In this Blindsided Creation, we dive into pattern #183562 — submitted anonymously — and it’s a wild one! Think candy stripe meets offbeat heart shapes, blended with a twisty arrow vibe that doesn’t quit. With only 12 strings and 6 colors, this pattern packs in way more complexity than expected — and Kevin (aka AWOL) takes you through the full design process, complete with unexpected color logic, layering tricks, and a little personal chaos (including a thunderstorm ⚡).
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This week’s Blindsided Creation dives deep into pattern #183562 from BraceletBook — a 12-string stunner that looks deceptively simple but delivers a real brain twist. Is it a fancy candy stripe? Is it filled with heart shapes or arrow points? Kevin (aka AWOL) tackles it live and talks through the logic, the visual tricks, and why this one completely caught him off guard.
👀 Whether you see hearts or arrows, this bracelet pulls off something special — reversing direction halfway through and creating a bold center stripe that demands a closer look.
🧶 Pattern: #183562
📍Skill Level: Intermediate
⏱️ Time to Make: Just over 1 hour
🧵 Colors: 6 (12 strings total)
🎯 Technique Focus: No segment knotting — 2-row progression with directional flips
