I have finally finished my flowery-colored Dahlia Blanket!
I think I remember expressing intentions of finishing this by the end of 2024, then January of 2025. For some reason, though, l temporarily lost interest. But in the last week, my crojo returned as mysteriously as it had disappeared, and I have finally finished this blanket of many (supposed) Dahlia colors.
Even though my interest waned for a little while, overall it was a pleasure to crochet. And I am also very glad to be moving on.
Using a variety of worsted weight yarns, mostly from my stash, I approximated a lot of the colors the designer (Lucy at Attic 24) used. Lucy tends to make her colorful creations in Stylecraft DK weight yarn that comes in a huge range of colors. Where I didn't have similar colors in my stash, I worked in colors I thought would play with what I did have.
I finished the border according to the pattern, but finished the last round with a crab (or reverse single crochet) stitch.
I really like this neatly rolled edge as a fun border on a blanket of playful colors.
And that, dear reader, is all I've got for this YOP update.
It looks like we've got several storm systems crossing the U.S. this week and next weekend - with snow and ice for a lot of people, and maybe tornadoes for some. I knew it was too much to hope that our recent warm weather last week meant winter was wrapping up. I hope you all stay warm and dry!
The blanket is gorgeous! I love the border and all the colors. I do love color.
ReplyDeleteYes, even here we are back down to a little cooler next week. I was in shorts today. I mentally let myself move to spring.
Sandy, I imagine it must be pretty fun to be wearing shorts so soon after than crazy snowfall you had. :)
DeleteGood to hear from you! I was just thinking about you. Your blanket looks fantastic. The edging is terrific.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Maureen! I know... I've not being doing much to show for a YOP post. Hopefully, I can keep up the motivation.
DeleteI am impressed with the last round of border being the crab stitch. It makes such a nice final row. The colors you used are awesome and very cheerful. Congrats on completing a WIP!
ReplyDeleteThank, Marsha! ;^)
DeleteLove your word "crojo!" Glad you got it back and finished your pretty dahlia blanket!
ReplyDeleteMe too, Cheryl. Sometimes, all that is required is to just pick up the crochet hook. :D
DeleteYou were waiting because you wanted spring. And it looks *very* spring!
ReplyDeleteYou all be safe and God bless!
Linda, I do think it looks like a great spring (and summer) blanket! :)
DeleteCongratulations on finishing your Dahlia Blanket! It’s so wonderful that your "crojo" (crochet mojo!) came back, and you could wrap up this project after a little pause. It must feel so satisfying to finally be done with it, especially since you used yarn from your stash. It’s always great when you can make a beautiful, colorful piece with materials you already have on hand.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Melody. It does feel good to use up materials in my stash!
DeleteYour blanket is stunning Becki - you should be very proud of it!! I like using the crab stitch to finish off crochet too so I think it was a good choice. Right now I'm working on a very yawn-worthy sc'd shrug using black (because that's what I have in my stash). It's a slog to make but I want something to cover my arthritic shoulder and yet not go below my elbow. I think (hope) it will do the trick.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mary Anne! I look forward to seeing your shrug. That sounds like the kind of thing I might be able to use.
DeleteJust stunning! Great color choices.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Elaine. :)
DeleteThe blanket is stunning - love the happy colors.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ruth! :)
DeleteIt's beautiful Becki, well done on the finish, I love the bright cheerful colours. I like to finish off my blankets with crab stitch too it makes the border much neater. I wonder what you'll crochet next. 🤔
ReplyDeleteThank you, Linda. I'm thinking my next project(s) will be much smaller. ;^)
DeleteBeautiful! I love it! The colors are glorious.
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