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Post by pjaye on Apr 3, 2017 14:27:47 GMT
We haven't seen your Hygge for a while gillyp, must be time for you to post another picture of it. |
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Post by cmpeter on Apr 3, 2017 15:55:10 GMT
I just started working on the Attic 24 Cozy Stripe crochet blanket. I bought the pattern/yarns a VERY long time ago and just finally got motivated to start in on it.
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Post by SweetieBugs on Apr 3, 2017 16:16:14 GMT
I finished my baby boy blanket and also made a matching hat! Modeling the hat and blanket is the doll I decided to purchase from Amazon.  The pattern for that blanket called for 3 skeins of each color. I barely used one of each. Since I had plenty left over, I decided to attempt a wavy blanket, which was one of my "too-scared-to-try" patterns. It's coming along well! 
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2017 16:28:17 GMT
Great looking blanket. I love the texture of the stitch. Can you remind me what stitch or pattern you used? It looks a bit like c2c but your colors run horizontally.
I've become fixated on having texture in my blankets (except for some reason, I also really like a blanket that is all single crochet stitch--so I guess I am all texture or no texture). Thank you! I love more textured blankets too! The stitch is called Shell Stitch. I found it on Pinterest and here is the website it came from: Shell StitchI want to try a c2c too! Here's the blanket not wrapped around the "baby." It measures 33.5 x 33.5  |
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Post by SweetieBugs on Apr 3, 2017 18:29:28 GMT
Thanks @jigglypuff. It is amazing how many different ways to combine various basic stitches. I am almost done with a blanket that uses sc, dc, sc, dc, over and over again. Here is an older photo of it. The blanket is now about 70 inches long and I ran out of navy with only 3 rows to go!! I have to make a trip to Hobby Lobby to get the yarn so It may be a few weeks before I am able to finish it.Attachments:
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Post by shelledpea on Apr 3, 2017 19:32:18 GMT
I finished this quilt just in time for the end of National Quilting Month. It's made from denim jeans that I begged and bargained for from my family. The insert squares are all different, mostly fabrics that I thought my grandkids would enjoy seeing. It's going to live at my daughter's house (where 5 of my grandkids live) to be used as a picnic quilt.
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Post by SweetieBugs on Apr 3, 2017 19:49:07 GMT
I can't find an answer to this question. If I want to do 3 rows of single crochet and then 1 row of double crochet and then repeat that over and over, should I use a half to full size smaller crochet hook for the double crochet rows? I'm thinking it I use the same size hook for the whole blanket, my double crochet rows will be a bit wider than the single crochet rows? But, I would like the height of the two "sections" to be similar (since the double crochet is essentially 3 rows high). Does this make sense?
A while back I was looking at a CAL (I didn't do it--just looking) and I remember that it was instructed to switch hook sizes for different stitches. I was wondering if I should?
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Post by gale w on Apr 3, 2017 20:25:29 GMT
Here's my jelly roll race. I'm normally a control freak with projects so this wasn't easy for me to just let things fall where they may, and I hate that there are a couple of places where same fabrics touch, but overall I like it. If I do it again I'll find a jelly roll with no repeats. The front  and the back  |
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Post by disneypal on Apr 3, 2017 21:09:06 GMT
I can't find an answer to this question. If I want to do 3 rows of single crochet and then 1 row of double crochet and then repeat that over and over, should I use a half to full size smaller crochet hook for the double crochet rows? I'm thinking it I use the same size hook for the whole blanket, my double crochet rows will be a bit wider than the single crochet rows? But, I would like the height of the two "sections" to be similar (since the double crochet is essentially 3 rows high). Does this make sense?
A while back I was looking at a CAL (I didn't do it--just looking) and I remember that it was instructed to switch hook sizes for different stitches. I was wondering if I should? I would use the same size hook throughout. |
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Post by disneypal on Apr 3, 2017 21:13:39 GMT
disneypal and I made a pact we would start our daunting projects this month. I am pleased to report I am two rows in on my sweater. I'm trying not to let it intimidate me. So glad to hear that you have 2 rows done - awesome! I have been out of town, just got back home about 30 min. ago. But thanks to our pact, I will start tomorrow-we won't let a project whip our butts - we can do it! |
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Post by jennyap on Apr 3, 2017 22:36:23 GMT
I finished this quilt just in time for the end of National Quilting Month. It's made from denim jeans that I begged and bargained for from my family. The insert squares are all different, mostly fabrics that I thought my grandkids would enjoy seeing. It's going to live at my daughter's house (where 5 of my grandkids live) to be used as a picnic quilt. How cool, I love all the different shades of denim! |
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Post by jennyap on Apr 3, 2017 22:38:47 GMT
I can't find an answer to this question. If I want to do 3 rows of single crochet and then 1 row of double crochet and then repeat that over and over, should I use a half to full size smaller crochet hook for the double crochet rows? I'm thinking it I use the same size hook for the whole blanket, my double crochet rows will be a bit wider than the single crochet rows? But, I would like the height of the two "sections" to be similar (since the double crochet is essentially 3 rows high). Does this make sense?
A while back I was looking at a CAL (I didn't do it--just looking) and I remember that it was instructed to switch hook sizes for different stitches. I was wondering if I should? I would use the same size hook throughout. I agree that I'd use the same size hook, but it might be worth making up a couple of test swatches - one with the same size hook throughout, one with different sizes - to see which works better for you. |
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Post by KelleeM on Apr 3, 2017 23:07:28 GMT
I finished Allison's sweater and changed out the ribbon on the dress! I'm pretty tickled with how it all turned out..and in less than 3 days!  |
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Post by SweetieBugs on Apr 3, 2017 23:21:16 GMT
I finished Allison's sweater and changed out the ribbon on the dress! I'm pretty tickled with how it all turned out..and in less than 3 days! |
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Post by disneypal on Apr 3, 2017 23:26:17 GMT
KelleeM - that is so precious! I love it!!
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Post by KelleeM on Apr 3, 2017 23:35:18 GMT
SweetieBugs it's Cotton Candy I Love This Cotton from Hobby Lobby. My daughter chose it to go with the purple I picked for the dress. The dress is I Love This Cotton as well.
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Post by KelleeM on Apr 3, 2017 23:39:55 GMT
I'm envious of the gorgeous quilts!! shelledpea I have a big stack of jeans that are too big for me...I'd be happy to have you make me a quilt with them😉 I love your picnic quilt! |
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Post by SweetieBugs on Apr 4, 2017 0:45:58 GMT
SweetieBugs it's Cotton Candy I Love This Cotton from Hobby Lobby. My daughter chose it to go with the purple I picked for the dress. The dress is I Love This Cotton as well. Attachments:
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Post by pjaye on Apr 4, 2017 4:19:25 GMT
I finished Allison's sweater and changed out the ribbon on the dress! That's so sweet! I love the two together. Hmmm, I wonder if the cats would object to wearing something like that....? |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 5:20:31 GMT
I am calling this my chickens in the four patch. 144 4 square blocks. - the ones taken out for the chicken blocks. These are the blocks I found at a thrift store. Attachments:
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Post by betty on Apr 4, 2017 5:23:05 GMT
I love these Pea projects! KelleeM, that baby & the baby dress are too cute! I recently joined a local "Rocks" group. I'm not sure the real name for this. These groups are in many cities and can be found on Facebook. Painted rocks are hidden in local areas, some simple and some elaborate, and the basic idea is to spread joy and brighten someone's day in a very small way with a painted stone. local rock groupTacoma rocksCharlotte rocksWe have found a few rocks in the past couple of months while out walking and have re-hidden them for others to find. You can keep or re-hide the stones you find. We have only kept one for a long time ...a Star Wars AT-AT walker one.  When my son is done thinking it is cool we will re-hide it too. There are themed painting events and meet ups sometimes. So I've been painting rocks to hide.. just because this is a very low key, stress free craft....rocks and paint. Here are a few I've done...    |
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Post by gale w on Apr 4, 2017 8:53:56 GMT
I love these Pea projects! KelleeM , that baby & the baby dress are too cute! I recently joined a local "Rocks" group. I'm not sure the real name for this. These groups are in many cities and can be found on Facebook. Painted rocks are hidden in local areas, some simple and some elaborate, and the basic idea is to spread joy and brighten someone's day in a very small way with a painted stone. local rock groupTacoma rocksCharlotte rocksWe have found a few rocks in the past couple of months while out walking and have re-hidden them for others to find. You can keep or re-hide the stones you find. We have only kept one for a long time ...a Star Wars AT-AT walker one. When my son is done thinking it is cool we will re-hide it too. There are themed painting events and meet ups sometimes. So I've been painting rocks to hide.. just because this is a very low key, stress free craft....rocks and paint. Here are a few I've done... Love these. At the military cemetery where my dad is they don't allow permanent flowers or decorations but there are beds of rocks around the wall where cremated remains are kept. We saw lots of painted rocks there. I'm thinking about having my kids paint some to put there. |
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Post by gillyp on Apr 4, 2017 9:23:46 GMT
We haven't seen your Hygge for a while gillyp , must be time for you to post another picture of it. It will probably be ready for public viewing in a day or so! I want to finish the section of cross stitch I'm on first. I admit it went on the back burner over the weekend as I started my Nuts About squares - which I am loving. Everything has been pretty much on the back burner as I've worked 19 days out of the last 21 and only been able to grab a little time here and there. I still love your colour choices for your ex-Hygee pjaye. It's like looking at a garden. Catona has such a lovely range of colours. Scheepjes is fast becoming my favourite brand I think. So many lovely blankets and quilts been posted! It's an absolute pleasure to come to this thread and see everyone's work. betty, your rocks are so cute! The bunnies are just adorable. I will have a better look in a minute. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 10:08:58 GMT
I love these Pea projects! KelleeM , that baby & the baby dress are too cute! I recently joined a local "Rocks" group. I'm not sure the real name for this. These groups are in many cities and can be found on Facebook. Painted rocks are hidden in local areas, some simple and some elaborate, and the basic idea is to spread joy and brighten someone's day in a very small way with a painted stone. local rock groupTacoma rocksCharlotte rocksWe have found a few rocks in the past couple of months while out walking and have re-hidden them for others to find. You can keep or re-hide the stones you find. We have only kept one for a long time ...a Star Wars AT-AT walker one. When my son is done thinking it is cool we will re-hide it too. There are themed painting events and meet ups sometimes. So I've been painting rocks to hide.. just because this is a very low key, stress free craft....rocks and paint. Here are a few I've done... I LOVE those rocks!! Especially the owls! I need to do some more of these! It'll be my summer project. Crocheting will be too hot during the summer! LOL! I did this one for a friend of mine. My mom wants a turtle.  |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 12:15:26 GMT
I can't find an answer to this question. If I want to do 3 rows of single crochet and then 1 row of double crochet and then repeat that over and over, should I use a half to full size smaller crochet hook for the double crochet rows? I'm thinking it I use the same size hook for the whole blanket, my double crochet rows will be a bit wider than the single crochet rows? But, I would like the height of the two "sections" to be similar (since the double crochet is essentially 3 rows high). Does this make sense?
A while back I was looking at a CAL (I didn't do it--just looking) and I remember that it was instructed to switch hook sizes for different stitches. I was wondering if I should? I've done lots of blankets with mixed stitches and used the same hook throughout. I think tension would become an issue if you kept changing. Save |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 13:31:54 GMT
I recently joined a local "Rocks" group. I'm not sure the real name for this. These groups are in many cities and can be found on Facebook. Painted rocks are hidden in local areas, some simple and some elaborate, and the basic idea is to spread joy and brighten someone's day in a very small way with a painted stone. local rock groupTacoma rocksCharlotte rocksWe have found a few rocks in the past couple of months while out walking and have re-hidden them for others to find. You can keep or re-hide the stones you find. We have only kept one for a long time ...a Star Wars AT-AT walker one. When my son is done thinking it is cool we will re-hide it too. There are themed painting events and meet ups sometimes. So I've been painting rocks to hide.. just because this is a very low key, stress free craft....rocks and paint. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Hi betty, I have a question about this. How do you find groups like this in other areas? I've attempted a search on Facebook for my area, but nothing's coming up. And searching out Rock groups is too time consuming! LOL! So how does one find out if there is a group like the ones you listed in our own local areas? Any ideas? |
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Post by krazykatlady on Apr 4, 2017 13:32:28 GMT
I love these Pea projects! KelleeM, that baby & the baby dress are too cute! I recently joined a local "Rocks" group. I'm not sure the real name for this. These groups are in many cities and can be found on Facebook. Painted rocks are hidden in local areas, some simple and some elaborate, and the basic idea is to spread joy and brighten someone's day in a very small way with a painted stone. local rock groupTacoma rocksCharlotte rocksWe have found a few rocks in the past couple of months while out walking and have re-hidden them for others to find. You can keep or re-hide the stones you find. We have only kept one for a long time ...a Star Wars AT-AT walker one. When my son is done thinking it is cool we will re-hide it too. There are themed painting events and meet ups sometimes. So I've been painting rocks to hide.. just because this is a very low key, stress free craft....rocks and paint. Here are a few I've done... I love your rocks! Where do you get them initially? I've been looking for some to paint but they're all rough and jagged. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2017 13:35:24 GMT
I love your rocks! Where do you get them initially? I've been looking for some to paint but they're all rough and jagged. Check around creek/river beds. They are usually worn smoother by the running water. I've picked up quite a few of them around a little creek by my house. |
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Post by disneypal on Apr 4, 2017 13:35:51 GMT
So I've been painting rocks to hide.. just because this is a very low key, stress free craft....rocks and paint. I LOVE these!! It would make me so happy to find something like that - how cool of you to do that! |
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Post by betty on Apr 4, 2017 14:18:19 GMT
I love your rocks! Where do you get them initially? I've been looking for some to paint but they're all rough and jagged. I bought a bag of dark grey 'beach pebbles' at Lowes for $7. Some people in our local group go to a nearby landscaping company that will sell a gallon bucket of large smooth stones for $1. You can select the stones you want from a huge pile in the yard and the business owner donates the $1 per bucket to a local school fundraiser.  |
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When my son is done thinking it is cool we will re-hide it too. There are themed painting events and meet ups sometimes.
