Friday, 27 May 2011

The Next Project

When I think about crochet it's always blankets which come to mind. Crochet blankets always look so much cosier than knitted ones somehow and I've longed to make one. So, with one crochet project under my belt I've decided to have a go at a blanket.

The first consideration was which yarn to use. I pondered over the many luxurious lines available, but in the end I have decided to go with an acrylic yarn. The reason being that I'm very new to crochet, this project is really me practicing so I don't want to be spending too much money on yarn until I'm a little more proficient. If I succeed with this project then perhaps I won't mind spending more next time.


So the yarn I have gone for is Stylecraft Special DK inspired by Attic 24 blog. Lucy chose seventeen colours for her Granny Stripe Blanket, but my local yarn shop only had fourteen of those colours. I have to say that I'm very happy with my choice, it's cost a fraction of the price that wool or cotton would have, and it's lovely and soft.


At the moment I'm unsure as to which type of blanket I'll make. I've always fancied one made up of lots of small granny squares, made with lots of random colours, but when I was making my cushion I enjoyed making a larger granny square and now I'm wondering whether to make a large colourful blanket like that. I'll let you know what I decide.

7 comments:

  1. I can't wait to see a blanket in those fabulous colours!

    Victoria xx

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  2. Way to go, have fun crocheting!

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  3. Gorgeous colours! Looking forward to seeing them all crocheted up! Cx

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  4. amazing colours they will look great as a blanket. Pleae post your update so I can see your progress. Amanda x

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  5. You will love the yarn...it makes gorgeous blankets and very warm too. If you have never made a blanket before then the granny stripe is a good choice as it is fast and the different colours add interest. My first blanket was granny squares and it was hard going - although I did make the squares into panels which did make the process seem quicker. Having said that, the last blanket I made (from 9 huge grannies) just flew off the hook! xxx

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  6. Can't wait to see what you make with these lovely colours!

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  7. Thanks for your comments. I haven't started my blanket yet, I'm still debating what to do. I'm hoping to start this week.

    Andrea - I'm really pleased to hear that the yarn is so nice, I think I've made the right decision. I'm still wondering which blanket to make, I'm leaning towards granny squares, though I might regret it if it's hard going.

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