Monday, February 9, 2015

New Project… The Buddy Blanket

One day I was kind of thinking. It would be fun to do a little blanket swap with my buddy Rachel. She is really good at sewing and I know how to crochet so why not make each other blankets! I asked her about it and she was totally on board. We started discussing colors for each other and patterns.

I gave her my colors and said to just surprise me with the pattern. When it comes to quilts, I won’t be picky since I think most of them are really cool!

For Rachel's, she picked these colors (minus the taupe and orange color). Aren’t they cool??

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For the pattern, she chose a cool chevron pattern from here.

After we figured that all out, I went to Michael’s for yarn. I sent multiple pictures to Rachel while I was there and I ended up finding some pretty close!

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I got 4 skeins of each color just to make sure I had enough. Oh and I also had a coupon so why not stock up?

Winking smile

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I decided on acrylic just so it would be easy to wash and comfortable.

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I’m really excited to make the blanket! I have already started and am figuring out the chevron groove. I can’t wait to see it finished. I need to keep my patience and motivation as I do this project. I have a hard time with blankets. I tend to get bored sometimes! But this is a cool pattern that keeps you thinking a little. I also am making it for Rachel and I am excited to give it to her!

Happy Monday Folks

6 comments:

  1. The colours you've chosen are gorgeous !! I'm looking forward too seeing it... finished !!! HAve a creative day !

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  2. Those are beautiful colors. Can't wait to see the blanket... :) hugs!!

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  3. Wow! Great colors! Hope you post some in progress and completion pics! :)

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  4. This is going to be gorgeous! I quilt and just learning crochet. Both are addicting!

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  5. Such a lovely idea to make for each other, look forward to seeing the finished blankets :)
    Jillxo

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Thanks for your comment! Happy crocheting :)