Crochet retreats Marrakech February 2026

Here you can find the crochet kits for the crochet retreat to Marrakech. 

These crochet patterns have specifically been designed for this crochet retreat, using yarns from Marrakech.

The Designs

1. Double Yarn Basket

Crochet one basket, or a complete set, or use this pattern to create coasters or placemats.

With this technique, you crochet around a round polyester thread, creating this ‘double yarn’ effect. 

Level: intermediate

Crochet hook 4 

Pick one colour, yarn A - polyester thread, and pick one or two colours, yarn B - the ‘yarncakes’.

2. Star stitch bag / cover

Use this unique star stitch to crochet an Ipad / book cover, or attach handles to make a bag. 

Level: advanced 

Crochet hook 6

Pick one colour, yarn A - polyester thread

3. Bag / Pillow cover Bahia

Crochet a pillow, bag or blanket in this ‘Bahia’ motif. 

Level: easy

Crochet hook 4

Choose from yarn B - the ‘yarncakes’: one base colour, one for the center of the motifs, and three colours for the ‘flowers’. 

4. Placemat(s) / coasters Souq

Crochet a set of placemats/ coasters, with this round polyester thread. 

Level: easy

Crochet hook 6

Pick one colour from yarn A - polyester thread 

 5. Tassel vest Ghita

A sleeveless vest with fringes; the finishing touch to wear on top of a dress, a top, or your beach wear. 

Crocheted using unbleached cotton - optionally you can dye this later. 

Level: intermediate

Crochet hook 4

Yarn C: unbleached cotton

6. Pencil case / pillow / bag Touria

Crochet a pencil case, pillow or bag with this remarkable technique. 

Level: intermediate

Crochet hook 4

Pick four colours of yarn B - the 'yarncakes’. 

The yarns 

Yarn A - polyester thread

Yarn B - ‘Yarncakes’

Yarn C - unbleached cotton