Right? Overall, I rate my experience as Very Good. It is available on Ravelry. It's still cumbersome, butmore tolerable. Amulet Reversible Blanket is written in two sizes, a 50" x 65" Family-sized Throw or a 35" x 35" Baby Blanket. This year, my focus is to work mainly with new (to me) yarns. So it took no priority and found its way further back into the deepest and darkest corner of the closet. I have been working with hemp yarn to make complexion cloths. I think itcould also look great in yarns that have large stripe repeats like Jawoll Magic or Zauberball. Cables take more time (at least for me) and the one thing I didn't have was time. Katie is not confined to a certain number of hanks and is making a proper afghan that is wider and longer. Once the birthday blanket is complete, I am looking forward to getting back to and completing my lace wrap. | If there is enough interest, I certainly will put it out there. This blanket is destined to be a timeless heirloom. | As you might imagine, I have. Just off the needles and just in time is my latest design, Heraldry Reversible Throw Blanket. And while, I was finishing it up.a friend of mine saw it and told me how much she likedit. Its gratifying, rewarding, satisfying and totally fulfilling. So I have always declined or indefinitly postponed. UNTIL NOW. Really.what was I worried about? Only time will tell how this one plays out. A throw adds color and warmth to any room. 7. Of course, I was quick to show her that this design had patterns on both sides (this is rare with lace work). Posted at 08:33 AM in Blankets and Afghans, Crochet | Permalink Comments (0) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~. This class includes complete step-by-step instructions for the exclusive Gansey-Style Afghan. Your first kit includes the yarn and patterns to make all the sections of your first block, plus a digital stitch guide as a free gift for joining the club. I love reversible designsno matter how its draped or wrapped it always looks fantastic. Thank you! Whether you call it Persimmon, Coral or Conch Shell, this color is a fantastic POP color. | A cushy couch just isn't complete without a good throw blanket.. or two. or three. Stay tuned, I will report the latest stats after we get some weekend knitting and crocheting in. Kites & Pinwheels Reversible Baby Blanket, Teddy Bear Picnic Reversible Baby Blanket, Copenhagen Reversible Mesh Lace Wrap and Scarf, Iridessa Reversible Lace Scarf and Wrap pattern, Ski Slopes Moguls Reversible Cowl pattern, Anthropologie Inspired Crochet Face Cloth. NEW Reversible Baby Blanket Pattern another departure for me, a four-sided bordered edge that is knit in 2 halves the grafted in the middle. No strings, no obligations, no worries! Which is really quite funny now, after knitting lace wraps, time consuming takes on a whole new definition. On first glance. do your see kites? Posted at 06:57 AM in Blankets and Afghans, Crochet, Designs, Knitting, Ramblings, Shawls/Scarves, Socks | Permalink As I started the wrap, I make a habit of weighing the yarn. The Great Blanket Race has taken a slight back seat. (I have the same theory about self striping yarns like Noro.always wanting to see what's next.). Posted at 07:46 AM in Blankets and Afghans, Designs, Knitting for Baby | Permalink If your hands are particularly sensitive, pre-soak your skeins in hot water and a little hair conditioner and air dry thoroughly while still in the hank and before you knit. I can't lie.I'm kind of proud to say that I have hit a milestone.100 published pattern designs. TrackBack (0). Blankets make fantastic gifts, a good time to get a jump on loved ones birthdays and holiday knitting. The pattern is available at Ravelry.com. I love wearing my lacy wraps and scarves. Comments (0) 2. I promised my love, Xander, a "Big Boy" Blanket, not a Baby Blanket, but a Big Boy for Christmas (his request). Making a blanketin the summercan bechallenging or rather just plain HOT. No handblown ornaments, no hand-carved wood work, no handmade soaps or candles, no strudle, no bee-sting cake, no potato pancakes, no mulled wine. New Year and time to get back to crocheting my Retro Ripple Afghan. Again, a big THANK YOU to Kate! Comments (0) This project was originally requested in the color Blaze, which is a very very very bright orange. I've started with the sweater, its not the biggest project, but its the one that requires a little more attention and alot of variable row counting. I have worked up a pattern that is knit in two halves ,then grafted together to look as if its one piece. Gauge 17 stitches and 27 rows = 4 inches in pattern Needle size US 9 - 5.5 mm Yardage 1580 - 1600 yards (1445 - 1463 m) Sizes available 44" x 50" Annie's Irish Fields Gansey Crochet Afghan Club is a monthly subscription packed with all the yarn you need to crochet this beautiful sampler afghan. I didn't think so. Want to takea momentto thank you, my readers andeveryone who purchased my patterns last year (or anytime for that matter), for giving me the opportunity to do what I love each and every day. is a beautiful Hand-Dyed 8-ply DK weight of 100% Superwash Merino Wool, 270 yards/ 100 grams is spun with a high twist. My Retro Blanket is only 26 rows away from being complete. It was inspired by my best friends request..which turned into a fun project and quite a pleasant diversion for me. really)and possible or rather probable deletions closer to the deadline. For the Shower, I'm shooting to have completed 1 - 2 baby sweaters, big brother hoodie and/or baby blanket. Usually, I have one or two designs on the needles. YIKES! Annies Irish Fields GanseyCrochet Afghan Club members, please sign in to access your account. BUT FIRST, a quick look athe Top Five Patterns that were the most popular patterns from the past yearthe Top 5were a mix of (no surprise) blankets and lace wraps. The hemp is a little thinner and initially a little courser, but in the end, I love how my face feels so smooth after using a hemp complexion cloth. 13. Love this yarn! Three years ago, I eagerly started a crochet vintage-style ripple blanket. Overall, I rate my experience as Very Good. Another Baby Blanket? If you love texture, like I love texture you may want to check out the Nolan Gansey Sampler Reversible Blanket. I really enjoy knitting baby blankets. Its clear to me now, how I get in trouble. A Coral hue delivers warmth and adds an unexpected sophistication to your space. (a diamond pattern) OR do you see pinwheels? Then..Marilyn had the most brilliant suggestion. I have called it the Reversible Eyelet Check Blanket/Afghan. I like! | Both in knitting and crochet patterns. I enjoy living in Northern Kentucky, I'm an avid reader, like to garden and drink entirely too much coffee. Sadly, this dream has not realized itself yet, but its never too late. For a quick blanket update: My Reversible Eyelet Check Blanket (Teal Blue) is now 72% complete and the crochet retro ripple afghan has been set aside, but will pick it back up after the holidays. | Thislist is totally subjected to edits (2 afghans? The family size uses Aran weight/heavy worsted with a US#9 needle and the baby blanket is knit in DK weight with a US#6 needle. One of the benefits of using a superwash worsted weight wool is that there are less stitches per row and seems to go a little faster. The good news is nothing has to be mailed this year. To make the deadline, I had to put the other two projects aside until this birthday blanket is completed. After knitting two baby blankets and the promise of a bright orange Building Blocks to a friend, I thought I was nearly done with baby blankets. Its 100% Superwash merino wool, 136 yards and used 1025 yards, or 7.5 hanks. I did protest, really I did, and proclaimed I couldn'tpossibly start a blanket for a whole host of reasons: my lace wraps (one in red and now one in blue), I am still a hank or so away from completing my retro ripple afghan from last year (or so), how could I possibly start anotherblanket..yada yada yada. I started the first wrap, using Lornas Laces, Helens Lace in the color Cumberbund. Sound hard??? This pattern has only knit stitches (except for the very last row). | Its just choke-full of the good stuff. Just finished and off the needles.I thought the Pike's Peak Hat was so cute that I couldn't resist knitting one for Katie. This yarn will be a little stiff at first, but will soften as you knit and gets softer every time you wash and dry it. TrackBack (0). I am happy to start the new year with a post about knitting, crocheting and yarn. Its a renewable resource, grown without pesticides or herbicides, hemp yarn won't shrink, stretch, fade or pill! Reproduction for any purpose is prohibited without permission of the author. Comments (0) The Heraldry Blanket pattern is available for purchase at www.ravelry.com. I want to thank Katie for engaging in the Great Blanket Race, without her I do not think I would have progressed as I have. I will publish and make those chages available as ready. We make it easy to I had purchased only one hank since it had 1250 yards, it should be enough for my wrap. In this case it was just a couple hours. I am happy to start the new year with a post about knitting, crocheting and yarn. (four triangles in a rectangle connected in the center)??? This pattern may be for you. And its reversible! I will certainly let you know when it is available. Its the onethat I have been diligentlyknitting for the Great Blanket Race. Posted at 03:43 PM in Blankets and Afghans, Knitting | Permalink I think that sounds much better. a Baby Boy Reversible Blanket in a navy blue superwash merino wool in DK weight yarn. The shortened time between Thanksgiving and Christmas played a bit of havoc with my knitting "plans" and my knitting "reality". Get Back on Track.must get back to knitting a new lace wrap design (you know these are myfavorites)that was inspired bythe interestingdaisy photos that were posteda few weeks ago. | I would like to make enough of these cloths initially have a weeks worth and eventually enough to replace my cotton face cloths altogether. Shifting Sands is a one sided pattern and works great for pillows. | Its comes in a 50 gram hank. And I am quite sure that one of them may have even found themselves into the UFO closet by now. I was always a Snoopy fan. Some new designs , some perennial favorites All Knitting Buzz Design patterns are available on Ravelry.com and LoveKnitting.com. Sweet! Naturally Soft is 100% Superwash Merino Wool that is a high twist yarn, giving it incredible stitch definition and complimented with easy care. Posted at 06:20 AM in Blankets and Afghans, Designs, Gardens, Knitting, Shawls/Scarves, Yarn | Permalink So thefirst project is for my little man, Xander..who won't see it as a gift at all, right? If you prefer to not block, then I would recommend casting on additional repeats for desired width or using a bulky weight yarn and changing the needle size accordingly. | I'm everywhere all at the same time. The patterns for these Knitting Buzz Designs are available on Ravelry. I wear them anywhere and everywhere. ), Posted at 10:14 AM in Blankets and Afghans, Designs, Knitting, Knitting Techniques | Permalink I have NOT worked on my Retro Crochet Blanket at all, but its 57% complete. Usually my inspirations come from my surroundings; nature, architecture, fabrics, etc. For a washable version, Cascade 220 Superwash Aran is a machine care merino wool or Caron One Pound is a non-wool machine care, that is nice and soft. . | Here is why I'm smitten with hemp. Recently, I was wearing my Treillage Wrap in Lettuce Green at the shop, when Marilyn asked me about the pattern. I do have a lace project or two back on the needles. I did manage to complete.. 2 blanket/throws,3 pair of socks, 3 scarves (two winter-y and one lace-y), 2 hats and 4 cotton facecloths. Sound hard??? Inspired? Comments (0) These blankets doget a lot of washing and its important to keep it as easy care for Mom as possible, while keeping it soft. The sweeping bunting horizontal ridges are crowned with sweet button, then graced with an eyelet lace tree motif inbetween the buntings. Cascade has so many colors to choose from. I know that once Katie sees these stats, I'm toast.. she can be quite competitive. Stroll through rolling meadows and river glens. (This could so happen). Shes alway looks good in hats. And by new-to-me, I mean that its either a new blend or new construction of yarn that I haven't worked with previously. So then I thought it had to have some little shoes to match. Until my darling Xander, put in his own request for a blanket just for him..in RED. Nolan is tall, 6'5", I wanted it to be extra long for him. Sweet! Some of my go-to Aran weight yarns are Cascade Eco Wool/Eco Wool+, Cascade 220 Superwash Aran and Caron One Pound. (Family-sized Throw shown.) For a quick blanket update: My Reversible Eyelet Check Blanket (Teal Blue) is now 72% complete and the. Perfectly paced, this 12-month kit series is guided by detailed patterns, expert online video tutorials and helpful instructions. Comments (0) | Yes, its March 14th and this is what I woke up to. and its still coming down. Available as an afghan throw and as a baby blanket (in 2 weights). This blanket is a 32" x 32" perfect for the new bundle of joy, but can easily be knit wider and longer. For the matching sweaters, I chose Bowline by tincanknits, pattern is available on Ravelry. Why not finish it???? Now that you have your tools and your yarn..its time to get started. A typical KAL isnot a teachingevent, however, you will learn a lot and youll make some really good friends. Its a quick and easy knit and perfect for those times when mindless knitting is required. In my humble opinion, I think Baby blankets should be knitin a yarn that is machine care. Oh nothat would be counter productive. The Changers Scarf is reversible and looks great in any yarn. =). Both Double Check and Nolan Blankets use an Aran weight yarn (4 sts = 1 inch) and a US#9 needle. Happy Knitting! Well I have had such a positive reaction to my Venetia Lace Scarf, that I am working on wrap/shawl version with a exaggerated border. BUT. Blazing Building. 2 Afghan Blankets; Rickrack Reversible Cowl and . They may re-emerge, but for now they are on a "back burner". Since I plan on selling the pattern, I decided the bright orange may be hard for some to look at. Soooooo, I started a second blanket in an ivory color. | TrackBack (0). Especially when yourfavorite Sister is turning 50, a half century..now that's something to celebratecelebrate with good cheer and a hand-knit blanket. Sweet .. now there is no guilt tocast onsomething new. Working on a cabled sweater or any project that requires a lot of counting or that is largeand cumbersomeon-the-go is not only impractical but could lead tomaking mistakes, which we don't have that kind of. PA, Super happy with all of my crochet kits! I may be pushing it a bit, since I have 50" x 60" Throw to complete..its good to dream.right??? The larger sized Throw Blanket is knit using an Aran to Bulky weight yarn giving it awholehearted feel for theentire family to cuddle up in. It will take approximately 2200 yards of worsted weight yarn on US# 7 or 8 needles.
the knitting buzz: Blankets and Afghans The photo below is for color, the work is not blocked and as lace knitters know, any lace project looks like a heap of stuff until its blocked.proof positive. | TrackBack (0). To make matters worse, I have three, maybe four designs that I'm aching to get some test swatches started for lace wraps and shawls.
Ravelry: Store: Knittingbuzz Designs by Krista Werbil I really appreciate Katie being such a good sport in being apart of my race. I plan on on bringing some kind of snack to share and perhaps even adult beverages. Now the real truth about this blanket. Surprised? So the answer to what's on the needles is.. LOTS two lace wraps, a baby blanket, a pair of socks, one linen and one hemp face cloth, not to mention the crochet afghan that is nearly finished from last year (must finish that), and countless swatches of lace and blanket designs, just waiting for yarn selection and to be cast on. I decided to start my own tradition.perhaps its my mushy-side getting the better of me or just a tribute to my Grandma. It is my own level of uncomfort that is "holding this at bay" at least for now. All of the above patterns are available for purchase on. And back to my Helens Lace project. My Teal Blue Knitted Afghan ( above) - I have just started my 4th hank out of 11 hanks or 36.4% complete. Comments (0).
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