Another one bites the dust! This was the longest crochet project I've ever had going, I think. Started it way before the wave blanket, and I finally hooked my last double crochet for it on July 11, 2009. It's at least a two and a half year project, probably older. The photo is totally misleading, because that armchair there is one of those kid-sized upholstered seats, only about 2 feet high. The finished baby blanket is not quite exactly square, at 31" x 30". But who's measuring?
The pattern is Interlocking Colors, again from the book 200 Stitch Patterns for Baby Blankets. I used a D hook (yes, that's right, a D, what are you lookin' at?) and some teeny baby yarn that my friend gave me to make a charity blanket with. As she handed it over, she told me to double the yarn, but I didn't listen. Oh, no, I didn't want to waste yarn so I used one single strand, and millimeter by millimeter, I built this blanket. And now, it's done. The members of my knitting guild aren't going to recognize me without this blanket on my lap, it's what I've worked on without fail when I needed something brainless, automatic. I'm not sure yet what charity I'll be giving this blanket to, but I can't wait to let it go!
Since I always like to have at least one project going that is slated for donation, I'm now looking for the next pattern. Preferably one that involves extra bulky, chunky wool and a Q hook...
Since I always like to have at least one project going that is slated for donation, I'm now looking for the next pattern. Preferably one that involves extra bulky, chunky wool and a Q hook...
I have got some of my own "two+ year projects" cooking over here as well!
For as long as it may have taken, isn't it nice to see the finished product finally? And so bright and colorful.. I love it!
Posted by: Olivia | Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at 05:46 AM
This looks like a perfect gift to my sister's baby. We don't know if she'll be having a baby boy or girl, but I better get started on this project now. =)
Posted by: baby gifts | Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at 05:37 PM
Do a shell or a ripple just for some instant gratification. I am just sayin'....
Posted by: Angela | Thursday, July 16, 2009 at 12:27 AM
I love the colors Michelle. Red and turquoise together are so retro 50's!!! If you need a charity, CHOC hospital will always take blankies off your hands. :o)
Posted by: Liz | Friday, July 17, 2009 at 02:15 PM
it looks gorgeous all the same. i can see the work you have put into it nad you are right. no one is measuring. great job.
Posted by: Hena Tayeb | Thursday, July 23, 2009 at 11:14 AM