Sunday, May 3, 2009

Dream in progress... part 1

After buying the pattern of Babette's blanket, I had been pondering about what kind of yarn I would use and I got some really nice tips from Huismus and CabbagesandKingsArt.
However, I just LOVE cotton yarn. Don't know why, it feels nice and soft and I'm attracted to the happy colors I guess. So I'm making this blanket in cotton and if I ever make a second one, that will be in merino/acrylic yarn.The pattern calls for lots of repetitive work and I like to work in batches so I made the first 50 rounds of the two round squares. It's rather addictive I have to say.
The fact that I work in one batch makes that I can actually remember the pattern after a few so it's easy to do it in front of a good movie. I still have to sew in the ends - oh joy - but will do that after the second round is done. You can see the end result in the upper right corner of the picture. Now 48 more to go and the first batch is done...

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27 comments:

  1. MarticeMay 3, 2009 at 3:16 PM

    Lovely, I got inspired by you and the blanket. I'm thinking of doing something with it, but I'm not very good (patient enough) for crochet :S

    But I love all the colors, so I might start as well :)

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  2. Lila Ruby KingMay 3, 2009 at 3:25 PM

    I love cotton yarn! I'm wearing a scarf made if it right now! I love the texture.
    Keep us updated on the progress, I can't wait to see how it turns out!

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  3. NicoleMay 3, 2009 at 3:35 PM

    Good for you that you're working in squares. I've never been organized enough with that yet. But I blame my kids pulling me in all directions at the moment. :) Best for me to work with one thing and one ball of yarn.

    If you love cotton, then you definitely need to try bamboo yarn. What a luxury that is! And anti-bacterial. Perfect for babies that can slobber once in a while.

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  4. MeltemMay 3, 2009 at 3:42 PM

    Gorgeous colors! I love cotton yarn.
    I'm crocheting flowers too these days:) http://www.flickr.com/photos/meltemsem/3450800914/

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  5. ArctidaMay 3, 2009 at 3:46 PM

    Looking good already, Mitsy :) Keep us posted on the progress!

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  6. renoviaMay 3, 2009 at 4:10 PM

    Well you've inspired me to find out how to crochet. Any tutorials!?!?!

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  7. ingermaaikeMay 3, 2009 at 4:20 PM

    That will be one happy blanket!

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  8. AnonymousMay 3, 2009 at 5:25 PM

    Oh, you are so ahead! The blanket and colours look so joyfull!

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  9. GreetMay 3, 2009 at 7:07 PM

    I saw the blanket on Flickr, it's a beautiful one, wish I had the time to make on too ;-)))

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  10. AnonymousMay 3, 2009 at 7:34 PM

    Wow, you're moving faaaaast! :-)
    Looks good already, keep us informed.. xo

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  11. fel4uMay 3, 2009 at 9:21 PM

    Misty I love the bright colors and I adore crocheting with cotton thread.
    I use crochet parts in most of my creations too.
    I really want to see this blanket finished!!!
    I am sure it will be Stunning !!!

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  12. Zombie GirrrlMay 3, 2009 at 9:23 PM

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    Yay for you!
    Get the deets on my blog!

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  13. Dawn of LaTouchablesMay 3, 2009 at 9:59 PM

    Those colors are hypnotic--it's going to be beautiful!

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  14. SigmosaicsMay 3, 2009 at 10:11 PM

    wow Mitsy .. you have your hands full indeed! i love the colorful choices you've made in the yarn :D can't wait to see it finished, it'll be amazing!

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  15. kraplapMay 3, 2009 at 10:49 PM

    I made such a blanket more than 30 years ago, and I am still using it ! Love the colours you are using.

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  16. StephanieMay 3, 2009 at 11:59 PM

    Seeing that picture makes me wish I could crochet even MORE.. I sooo long for a Granny Squares blanket! Perhaps I will see if I can muster up the strength to try a square or two! Your blanket is already looking very beautiful!

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  17. AnonymousMay 4, 2009 at 1:35 AM

    Looking good! I need to learn how to crochet - I would love one of those blankets :)

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  18. belinda marshallMay 4, 2009 at 1:40 AM

    beautiful colours! it's going to look so amazing. your crochet is the neatest i've seen yet :)

    whenever i work with cotton i find that the woven ends always come unravelled! do you know how to stop that happening ??

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  19. AnonymousMay 4, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    This looks like a wonderful and joyous project! The colors are marvelous and repitition is really nice sometimes!
    ~Emily xx

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  20. glasfadenMay 4, 2009 at 9:13 AM

    Boy, you're so busy! Love the happy colors - it will be a beautiful blanket!

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  21. ChichiboulieMay 4, 2009 at 9:13 AM

    looks gorgeous already!

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  22. vadjutkaMay 4, 2009 at 9:32 AM

    wow Mitsy...I really honour this patience that is needed for doing this blanket! Besides, it looks very promising!

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  23. Mitsy / ArtMindMay 4, 2009 at 10:35 AM

    Thank you all for the nice comments! I heart you for being so kind to me!
    Gretchen, I know what you mean but I don't have a clue how to prevent it. I suppose you could stick the ends in white glue and let it dry but I don't have the patience for doing that. :P

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  24. gudrunMay 4, 2009 at 11:21 AM

    fantastic colors which you`ve chosen! i`m really interested in how it`s going on...

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  25. AnonymousMay 4, 2009 at 5:57 PM

    I have tagged you too, Mitsy - just to distract you a little bit (or catch up with your crochet :), please, check my blog ...

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  26. florcitaMay 4, 2009 at 7:17 PM

    Ah! those colors! so happy...
    I like cotton too. I actually brought with me a bunch from ARG (lots of lime green... i don't know what to do with it) to use with my loom, but I haven't had much time for that one in a while...
    Looking good!
    I owe you an email and it is coming. Im just swamped at the moment.

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  27. EvaForevaMay 4, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    I would never be able to finish such a complex project. I get bored easily :)
    I can't wait to see the final result!
    Jenya

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