Since I'll have little to no crochet projects going on for a while, I thought it would be fun to share two more blankets I made this winter. The first was a quick and super simple pattern, completed in a few days time for my Dad's birthday.
As you can see, the original pattern calls for tassels along each of the shorter edges. I decided to forego them for several reasons: it would take more time (which I didn't have a lot of), I could return two unused skeins of the more expensive Thick & Quick yarn (I know... I'm cheap), and my dad really wouldn't miss them.
Don't let this pattern fool you. It might be made with a super thick yarn, but the open V-stitch is so light and airy that you'd never think this is a heavy blanket. I don't feel like my pictures really do it justice, but this blanket is truly a beautiful stitch.
The second blanket I have to share was made for my mom back in November--a birthday present for a devoted Patriots fan. I wanted to make something pretty yet spirited for her to snuggle under during football games, and I think this ripple afghan delivered.
If I had taken pictures of this blanket in its entirety then you would see how I spaced the stripes of color throughout the whole length of it. Oh well. I guess my word will have to be enough!
So there you have it--two more blanket patterns to add to your list of rainy day possibilities!
What fun projects have you all been working on? Any cute, last-minute ideas for something I can whip up before Chloe arrives on Friday? ;)
Thank you for sharing your blankets...I am going to have to learn the ripple stitch:) :)
ReplyDeleteI just LOVE ripples! Yours has a very nautical feel in those colours :)
ReplyDeleteThere you go with the great blankets again! I really do like the two that you showcased today, but I have to say, I'm still eyeing the lovely one on your blog header. ;-)
ReplyDeleteI know one day I want to make blankets for my kids for when they leave home. Which is getting closer and closer each day/year. I'm not a crocheter, but a knitter. I have a feeling I should start working on one now, given that my oldest is two years shy of 18. It may just take that long to make!
They are gorgeous I hope they were well received.
ReplyDeleteHi! I saw your feature on Commercial Break Thursday and just had to stop by! Just curious if the 5 1/2 hour throw took about that long, longer, or less time? :-)
ReplyDeleteJessica
Hi again...just saw that your shop is called Sunshine Designs. Mine's called Sunshine Makings. Looks like we have a lot in common! ;-) Jessica
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