Grannies and Flowers

A couple of weeks ago I showed you a sort of grannies I was working on. At first I wanted to make a little blanket, but after making nine or ten grannies I already knew it: this would never be a blanket. So I went for a pillow cover. When I had enough grannies for the cover I had to join them and remove the loose ends, something I’m never looking forward to, so I postponed it for a couple of weeks. But…, I picked it up this weekend and finished the cover, so here’s the result:


And because I perceive a sort of happiness during the project of crocheting grannies by changing colors now and then (recognizable for anyone?), I’m making another pillow cover. Different colors, different pattern, though. 

Comments

  1. WendyApril 11, 2012 at 1:00 PM

    Such a funky cushion! The flower one is going to be lovely too, I do love that pattern

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    1. LizApril 11, 2012 at 7:51 PM

      Thank you, Wendy! I took a look at your blog and your pretty creative yourself! I saw some beautiful things! Liz

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  2. Simply TasheenaApril 11, 2012 at 1:21 PM

    Aamazing work! I would love for you to link up to my Linky Party via: http://ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com/2012/04/show-me-what-you-got-linky-party-9.html

    Mrs. Delightful
    www.ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

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    1. LizApril 11, 2012 at 7:58 PM

      Thanks, Mrs Delightful! I just linked up to your party! Thanks for inviting me. Liz

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  3. viridianApril 11, 2012 at 1:39 PM

    Wonderful flowers in the lower picture! I didn't know there was such a pattern.

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    1. LizApril 11, 2012 at 8:00 PM

      Thank you! When I post a blog about the finished flower cushion, I will also post a tutorial for the flowers. It's really not that difficult. Liz

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  4. n*stitchesApril 11, 2012 at 2:11 PM

    I love your choice of colors! The pillow is beautiful! I am your newest follower and love to crochet as well! Stop by and visit me at www.nstitchesdesigns.blogspot.com

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    1. LizApril 11, 2012 at 8:01 PM

      Thanks for your nice comment and thanks for following me! Liz

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  5. craftylesApril 11, 2012 at 5:29 PM

    Love the crochet. The flowers are beautiful!

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  6. LVApril 11, 2012 at 10:19 PM

    You do a great job on your crochet. I have so much but still want all I see. I never learned how, but certainly enjoy seeing what others create.

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  7. PradeepaApril 12, 2012 at 4:38 PM

    Your pillow looks great, Liz! Even I tend to get bored doing the same project for a long time. That's why I never try blankets.

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    1. LizApril 12, 2012 at 4:42 PM

      Thank you! Every now and then I try a blanket again, but it always ends up as a pillow, haha! I've almost finished a baby blanket, though. A post about it will follow soon.

      Liz

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  8. ShilohApril 12, 2012 at 7:48 PM

    I think this is my favorite combination of granny squares that I've ever seen. I think it's because I love the bright colors. It turned out really nicely.:)

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  9. SaraccinoApril 13, 2012 at 5:50 PM

    The pillow looks great! The colours and the pattern created by the grannies give it a fresh and modern touch :)

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  10. Francie...The Scented Cottage StudioApril 13, 2012 at 10:48 PM

    would love to read your blog but it is just too difficult with the colors you are using ... Happy pink Saturday anyway ... I do love the crochet pieces.

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    1. LizApril 14, 2012 at 8:09 AM

      Thank you, Francie! I just changed the color of the text, so maybe people can read it better now. Thanks for the hint :-) ! Liz

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  11. TeenaApril 13, 2012 at 11:11 PM

    well done on finishing the cushion cover, I've decided not to make any more blankets, they take Forever! I really like the African flowers you have coming along there, great choice of colours, keep me posted (Happy Pink Saturday <3)

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    1. LizApril 14, 2012 at 8:13 AM

      Thanks, Teena! I've almost finished a little baby blanket! My largest project so far, haha! Liz

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  12. AnonymousApril 14, 2012 at 4:05 PM

    I'm going around visiting everyone on today's PINK SATURDAY list.....with my hot cup of coffee, of course! Just wanted to let you know that I was here! Have yourself a great weekend, and stop by my place if you've the time!

    ciao bella
    Creative Carmelina
    xo

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    1. LizApril 14, 2012 at 10:47 PM

      Thanks for stopping by! I went to your blog, too, and really LOVE the Thank You Tags! Liz

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  13. Sam I Am......April 14, 2012 at 8:04 PM

    I am so "hooked" on crocheting right now it's making me dizzy! I love your pillow top and all the colors! Oh yeah! I'm doing a ripple right now with all kinds of COLOR and like you I love to change them up. I'm not sure I could ever do a solid color anything anymore! LOL! Beautiful pillow!

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    1. LizApril 14, 2012 at 10:44 PM

      I love your blanket and the colors you use for it (I took a look, yes)! Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving such nice comment! Liz

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  14. LauraApril 15, 2012 at 12:48 AM

    I love this! It has that beautiful crochet look without the amount of time it takes to make a blanket!

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  15. BethApril 15, 2012 at 2:55 AM

    I love your "sort of grannies" - I haven't seen that type of square before. And your color combos are wonderful as well.

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  16. AndreaApril 15, 2012 at 5:28 AM

    I love your cushion...came here through Annemarie's link party...I really like those squares :) great job

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  17. JojoApril 15, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    I love the Pillow and the color combination but love the flowers the most.

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  18. Katy @ Lolly LinensApril 15, 2012 at 4:29 PM

    This is gorgeous! I just learned to crochet, but I only know how to do straight lines! I belong to a knit & crochet club though and somon is teaching me how to make flowers! I'm excited.

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    1. LizApril 15, 2012 at 10:35 PM

      Hi Katy,

      Thank you for your nice comment! After finishing the pillow cover that I want to make of the flowers I will write a tutorial. So take a look at my blog now and then. I think it doesn't take too long before the pillow is finished.
      Liz

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  19. UnknownApril 15, 2012 at 9:09 PM

    How cute! Love it! Thanks for sharing Joann

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  20. memakingdoApril 16, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    I love the pillow, you did an amazing job! Thanks for linking up to Party Time at So Very Creative!

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  21. EmilyApril 17, 2012 at 5:36 AM

    Loving the pillow cushion! Might need to make one of these for myself, pinning it for inspiration later.
    Emily

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    1. LizApril 17, 2012 at 7:15 AM

      Thanks, Emily! Show me the result when your version is finished! Liz

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  22. Six SistersApril 18, 2012 at 5:20 AM

    The pillow is so cute and I love all the colors! We're so glad that you linked up to our "Strut Your Stuff Saturday." We hope you'll be back soon. -The Sisters

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  23. Carrie @ My Favorite FindsApril 18, 2012 at 5:43 PM

    That is really fun! A great way to brighten up a room. Thanks so much for linking to Handmade Tuesdays.

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  24. Pam @Threading My WayMay 27, 2012 at 10:07 AM

    Gorgeous design on the top cushion!!!

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