I'm really pleased with it for a first attempt. There's things I would do differently next time, but overall I'm satisfied.
It's quite a large blanket. 10 squares by 14 and measuring about 55 inch by 77 inch. It will keep us toasty and warm in winter.
I used Stylecraft Special DK and it feels really soft. It will be easier to wash being made from an acrylic yarn. I chose the colours randomly, popping my hand in to the bag and using whichever colour I chose, I think it worked out pretty well that way.
I'm not too sure about the border. I did one round of double crochet, two rounds of treble crochet, then another round of double crochet. I don't know whether my tension is wrong or what, but it ruffles around the edge. I don't mind though, it doesn't really matter.
Eleanor's already asking if she can have it, so I may just have to crochet another one. I might be a bit quicker next time.
Its beautiful Jo. The colours are fun.
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Susan x
you are so clever, I'm self taught but still can't manage a granny square! The colours are stunning. Amanda x
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful Jo. I love the way you've used white around the squares - is that how you joined them together? As you can tell I know nothing about crochet!
ReplyDeleteThe blankie is wonderful. Great job! :o)
ReplyDeleteI wish that I could crochet - many attempts to teach me by my dads sister when I was young failed although I did learn to knit! Your blanket is stunning and I can see why your daughter would want to nab it for herself! The colours go ever so well together!
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Jo, your blanket is stunning! I think the colours work really well!
ReplyDeleteI don't blame Eleanor for wanting to have it.
Lisa x
I've been looking forward to this! It's beautiful Jo, really lovely. The colours are gorgeous and I love the way you've joined it with the white. Samantha keeps nicking my things, all of a sudden they appear in her room and then I feel guilty if I take them back! Lots of love xxxx
ReplyDeleteIt looks gorgeous Jo, you have made a lovely job of it.No wonder Eleanor wants it for herself!
ReplyDeleteIt looks wonderful and I do like the ripply border - like waves on the ocean.
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It is so beautiful! I love the colours. I like the border, I think blankets need a border and yours looks great. Perfect timing to complete it as we go into autumn! x
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely blanket, I really like the mix of colours..very pretty!! It will be just perfect for those cooler Autumn days that will soon be here..
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Magie
That is an amazing blanket Jo! You are so clever and I'm not surprised Eleanor has her eye on it!
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Sft x
That is a beauty of a blanket and I love the pretty colours, Crocheting is something I just can not do, I've watched Youtube, read books and blogs but I just can't do it, its very frustrating. Wow, wow, wow
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Thank you for all your wonderful comments, they're all so very much appreciated.
ReplyDeleteScarlet - Yes, the squares are joined by double crochet using the cream yarn. I think it makes the squares stand out better.
Well done. It's beautiful. xx
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jill. It took such a long time to complete, but I'm pleased with it.
ReplyDeleteHi there, popped over for a look at your blog too! Lovely writing style, gorge-gee-us crochet and fab family tales. x
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting, Karen, and for your lovely comment. It seems such a long time ago now since I crocheted this blanket, but it's had so much use, everyone fights over it when the weather's cold.
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