Finally: a (little) blanket!

I did it! Finally I finished a blanket!!! It’s a little one, that’s true, but large enough. For now I’m done with projects like this. Takes forever. After making this poncho I only felt resistance and swore to myself never to begin another project involving more than twelve grannies, but when a good friend asked me to make her soon to be born son a little blanket, I couldn’t say no, of course. But I’m sooo glad it’s finished now.






Awaiting some black fabric for the backside, I already cut the front side panels for a matching play mat (like this one, but with the colors of English liquorice allsorts). At the request of one of my readers I will write a tutorial for the play mat after it’s finished, so if you’re interested than visit my blog now and then (or become a follower J).



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Yesterday I went to the market and found flowers in my favorite flower color again: orange!



Comments

  1. Crafts a la ModeApril 16, 2012 at 6:39 AM

    I love the afghan. Very nice. I made one like it years ago also with black inbetween. Linda

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  2. MichelleApril 16, 2012 at 8:45 AM

    This looks great Liz, I am very envious of anyone that an crochet. I am still learning and boy it takes a lot of practice and patience.

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    1. LizApril 16, 2012 at 11:28 PM

      Thank you, Michelle! I learned to crochet from my mother when I was a child. Maybe it's easier to learn crochet when you're young, I don't know, but keep practicing and eventually you can make anything you like! Liz

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  3. memakingdoApril 16, 2012 at 4:54 PM

    I love the blanket and the colors you chose for it. Crocheted blankets are the best! Thanks for linking up to Party Time at So Very Creative!

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  4. Rose :: Fine Craft Guild .comApril 16, 2012 at 9:40 PM

    Great color scheme. Love it!

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  5. CraftyMummyApril 17, 2012 at 6:22 AM

    Love the pop of colours on the black background!

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  6. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪April 18, 2012 at 1:12 PM

    how big is the baby blanket? My friend is making blankets for premature babies, and I am thinking may be I should get some wool and start knitting too.

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    1. LizApril 18, 2012 at 4:27 PM

      Hi Ann,
      The blanket is about 24x31 inches, but I don't know if that's a regular size.
      Liz

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  7. genieApril 18, 2012 at 7:32 PM

    I envy your ability to crochet. No one taught me correctly as a child but I am an OCD knitter when arthritis is not acting up and I love to quilt. Your little crocheted piece is precious. I always love seeing what others are making. genie

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  8. LizApril 19, 2012 at 4:51 PM

    Thank you for your nice comment, Genie!

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  9. TeenaApril 21, 2012 at 3:10 AM

    good job! I totally agree with you about making blankets! Happy Pink Saturday <3

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  10. LVApril 21, 2012 at 4:10 AM

    I am sure your friend will be pleased with this blanket. You did a great job.

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    1. LizApril 21, 2012 at 7:41 AM

      Thanks again, LV! I'm making a matching play mat right now. Liz

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  11. Chubskulit RoseApril 22, 2012 at 4:05 AM

    Love your pink this week. So pretty! I am now following your blog.

    My PINK..., have a great weekend!

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  12. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪April 24, 2012 at 4:44 PM

    Your enthusiasm came over the cyber highway, and now I know why I knitted my baby blanket. Just a small one for a premature baby, 15 inch square. Simple stocking and garter stitch. Now I am knitting a huge one for when the baby goes home. I donate it to the ICU.

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    1. LizApril 25, 2012 at 10:17 AM

      Good thing to donate it! Thanks for your nice comment! Liz

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  13. WendyJune 3, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    Beautiful blanket! The black works really well with the bright colours

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  14. Pam @Threading My WayJune 30, 2012 at 4:02 AM

    I agree totally with Wendy. The black looks great with the colours and ties it all together!!!

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