Sort of Grannies

Yesterday I made a start with some granny squares. The idea I found here, at a blog called Dutch Sisters. They look a bit different from the usual granny squares, but that’s just what I like about them. I don’t know yet what I will make of it. I would like a little blanket, but I know myself well enough: it will probably take to long, I’ll be bored after a while doing the same square over and over,  and then I give up. So maybe a pillow cover is a better idea.




Note by author: the finished project you can find here!

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Then again a movie proposal in the horror genre:

The awakening – Also about a ghost in a house, just like my last recommendation (although this time it all takes place in a school). Very ominous.



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By the way: don’t you love the colour of this tulips? Orange with a sort of flames all over it. Love it!


Comments

  1. Gloria BeatrizMarch 19, 2012 at 12:07 AM

    Querida Liz:

    Estos granny están adorables llenos de colores bellos!!!

    Abrazos y Besos -.- -.-

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  2. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)March 20, 2012 at 2:27 AM

    Awesome idea and I love your job!
    Thanks for sharing.
    Hope to see you on my blog:)

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    1. LizMarch 20, 2012 at 7:53 PM

      Thank you, Sanghamitra! I took a look at your blog and love all the beautiful colours on it! Liz

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  3. jmommymomMarch 20, 2012 at 5:55 PM

    The squares look great! I love the bright colors.

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  4. craftylesMarch 21, 2012 at 2:46 PM

    Love love the granny squares!

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  5. LVMarch 21, 2012 at 10:13 PM

    You can call them whatever you choose, because you are doing a nice job. I never learned to do that type handwork.

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    1. LizMarch 22, 2012 at 10:02 PM

      Thank you, LV. Maybe you still can learn how to crochet? It's very relaxing!

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  6. Sweet Bee CottageMarch 21, 2012 at 10:51 PM

    Cute grannies! Love the colors!

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  7. Francie...The Scented Cottage StudioMarch 24, 2012 at 12:33 AM

    Love the shape and the colors are wonderful ... I think a pillow cover is a great idea.

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  8. CharlotteMarch 24, 2012 at 2:01 AM

    I saw these blocks in one of your previous posts and fell in love! I am going to attempt an afghan with them. Happy Pink Saturday!

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    1. LizMarch 24, 2012 at 9:18 AM

      Thank you, Charlotte! Show me the result of your afghan when it's finished! Happy Pink Saturday! Liz

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  9. TeenaMarch 24, 2012 at 5:38 AM

    good luck with the granny squares! I like to crochet too, if you get bored with it, you can always put it away for a little while and come back to it later, Happy Pink Saturday <3

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    1. LizMarch 24, 2012 at 9:21 AM

      Yes, that's true, Teena. But knowing myself I think I will never pick it up again, haha! I have a lot of unfinished projects that are waiting to be finished. Happy Pink Saturday! Liz

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  10. Chubskulit RoseMarch 24, 2012 at 6:37 AM

    Sweet and gorgeous pink!

    My Pink, have a great weekend.

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  11. Leah H.March 25, 2012 at 6:17 PM

    Very colorful. Pretty!

    Visiting for color connection- hope you can stop by:)

    http://www.heavenly-dreams.com/2012/03/her-first-bicycle.html

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    1. LizMarch 25, 2012 at 8:13 PM

      Thank you, Leah! I visited your blog and really like the bike of your daughter! Liz

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  12. TerryMarch 25, 2012 at 8:07 PM

    Your crocheting is so pretty! I think they would make a beautiful pillow. Crocheted items are always so lovely.

    Terry

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    1. LizMarch 25, 2012 at 8:15 PM

      Thanks, Terry! I think that a pillow cover is what I make from it, because I already started another project, so a blanket will take too much time. Liz

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  13. anneyMarch 26, 2012 at 6:11 AM

    Wish I kew how to crochet! Lovely tulips!

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  14. Carrie @ My Favorite FindsMarch 27, 2012 at 3:56 AM

    I haven't seen anyone make these in a long time! Thanks for linking to Handmade Tuesdays

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  15. AmelieMarch 27, 2012 at 11:02 AM

    very very nice

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    1. LizMarch 27, 2012 at 12:45 PM

      Thank you, Amelie! I took a look at your blog and love your pictures! I have been to Cesky Krumlov and Ceske Budjovic and really love it. The Czech Republic is such a beautiful country! Liz

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    2. UnknownMarch 27, 2012 at 7:48 PM

      Nice job on the granny squares...looks like you've already got a good start on whatever project you decide to do! Thanks for sharing at the Rock 'N Share!

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    3. LizMarch 27, 2012 at 8:30 PM

      Thanks, D!

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  16. ZoeMarch 28, 2012 at 5:59 PM

    Very cute! I love granny squares. The colors look great together. Thanks for linking with Scout's Sweet Sundays.

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  17. Kristin@gratefulbelly.comMarch 29, 2012 at 5:28 AM

    These are so pretty! I hope you'll share this at my link party, it runs through Saturday night! :)

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    1. LizMarch 29, 2012 at 6:05 PM

      Thanks, Kristin! I think I already linked the grannies up to you party last week, but I will do it again this week. Liz

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  18. Hi! My name is erica. Would you be my friend?March 30, 2012 at 7:19 PM

    Hi! I saw your link at Dutchsisters. Your squares are looking great! :) I just saved that movie in my netflix queue. I'm a big fan of scary movies. :) Love the tulip. Mine are just about to pop, I can't wait! :)

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  19. Natasha Mairs - Serenity YouMarch 30, 2012 at 9:07 PM

    these are great!!
    thanks for sharing on Serenity Saturday.
    hope to see you there again tomorrow

    Natasha xx

    serenityyou.blogspot.com

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