A ripple-pattern afghan with rich fall colors.
A more unusual ripple pattern, made with a granny-type stitch, in red-blue-green with white.
A throw that THIS COWGIRL HAD TO HAVE, made from denim, bandanas and a "Levi's" pocket. The binding and back are flannel. The epitome of "cowgirl country!"
Now even with these goodies that I found for a really low price, I'm working on a very SPRING-colored crocheted afghan, a small one, for the back of the couch. I just like having an afghan there, not only to protect the couch, but I think it looks so homey, comfortable and inviting. :) So as soon as this one is done, I'll put it on the couch to liven up the sitting area for SPRING.
You know, a lot of thinking and praying goes on while I sit and crochet or knit or quilt. Looking at these crocheted afghans I got from the store, I wonder about the hands that made them, and what went on in that person's thinking as they created them. When it comes to home-made things, not only skill goes into them, but also a bit of the person themself. And sometimes, that can be the most meaningful.
that is funny that you both buy and make quilts and afghans. :)
ReplyDeleteI am sure that whoever made these pretty blankets is happy that they will now be in home that loves them.
Both the knitting & crocheting that I do has a very calming effect on me. And, sometimes, I have to admit that the thinking I'm doing doesn't always allow the pattern stitches to be placed as they should be. In fact, I just finished an afghan that has a "panel" in the middle where I "changed" the pattern due to inattention, so had to make the last portion match the first portion. Now, the relaxation of the knitting became a brain teaser as I adjusted the pattern. The best news is that the finished product looks "as if it's supposed to be that way". I am knitting my 5th afghan since Christmas. 3 are baby blankets in "sherbet" colors. The last 2 are baby blankets made in red & white. I've also crocheted one oversized afghan for a grandson. It was done with a "Q" hook, 2 strands of yarn, so went really fast! Keep those hands busy in the winter, & as that afghan grows, it helps keep you warm!
ReplyDeleteLOL Rhonda, I'm just a fabrics-and-textiles NUT! (A happy one!) I like to enjoy having various items out to enjoy, I switch them around a lot. :)
ReplyDeleteI agree, Cindy, it is very calming/relaxing. That's partly why I do such projects, plus I just have to be "creative." I'm glad you enjoy it too - I like hearing about your projects! (Yes, that's the good thing about this time of year - it does keep you warm.) That's interesting about the Q hook with 2 strands, that's new to me. I found a pattern using a "V" stitch with 4 strands of yarn, it had a really thick look to it and is supposed to go fast. I think I'll try it one of these days. Have fun!