Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Yarn Along - Going around the bend


As often is the case in spring, after a winter of knitting, I get bitten by the crochet bug.  So out came the bag of old t-shirts for 'spinning' into spaghetti yarn.  This is my second attempt at a oval rug and it seems to be progressing in a fairly pleasing oval shape.   I don't quite recall how I did the increases on the previous mat but this time I'm working the 'bend' at each end much as one would when working in the round, i.e
2 tr in the same stitch, 1 tr in the next stitch (x3)
2 tr in same stitch, 1 tr in next 2 stitches (x3)
2 tr in same stitch, 1 tr in next 3 stitches (x3) etc etc
Obviously the difference in thickness of each t-shirt distorts the shape a little but with a good blocking at the end I think it will make a presentable oval.


We've had snow here again.  I need some color, all this white is getting a little tiring on the eyes.  These little flowers are instant brightness.  They're very easy to do and work up so quickly.  Bunting here we come!


My ripple is still alive and kicking and is approximately 16,400 stitches in size - not even at the half way mark yet! See the metal/plastic crochet hook? turns out it's much less appetizing than my bamboo one, keeping a close eye on my other two projects though.
berk!
On the reading front, I'm two chapters into A Long Retreat - the eight year spiritual journey of Andrew Krivak into the Jesuits Order, to the Dominican Republic, Central Europe, Moscow and the Bronx before finally leaving the priesthood for married life and fatherhood.
Linking up with Ginny today, what are you creating and reading this week?

13 comments:

  1. Your blanket is amazing, I love the colours and it is already so big! I have not knit a stitch this week, lots of sewing going on tho' ;)

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  2. Ooh just look at all of that lovely crochet! Your flowers look so neat, and your blanket must be enormous and your rug/mat looks like it would be dreamy to stand on in bare feet.
    Loving this burst of creativity!

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  3. Your rug really looks great! I am going to have to see how all that t-shirt yarn works. Look at that adorable puppy face!

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  4. Blankets can take a long time. At least for me they do. I love those little flowers too.

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  5. Your rug is coming along wonderfully! A t-shirt rug is solidly on my To Create list. Not sure whether to crochet or braid...

    I love your happy flowers. I have crocheted snowflakes floating above the kitchen table. And I gotta say, I am SO wholeheartedly done with the snowflakes! Though it would seem that the snow is not yet done with us.

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  6. sweet pup!!!! I find that pretty funny that you are seasonal with your crochet! I wish I could wean myself away from my knitting long enough to enjoy something else!!! good job!

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  7. wow, love your crochet emma, and the happy little jug of daffodils, so pretty! hi puppy!

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  8. I love those flowers, such pretty pastel colors. Great rug also.

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  9. Hi Emma, you've been very busy :-) Your ripple blanket is amazing! I'd love to do one some day.....hope your adorable (but cheeky) Puppy stays out of mischief! Mel x

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  10. I was admiring the photos of your handy work and just laughed at the most adorable puppy pic! What a character! Loving each of your projects!

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  11. I love your blanket, and I'm very impressed at you working out how many stitches it contains. Although I'm not sure if I'd want to know with my own knitting and crochet projects!

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  12. Wonderful projects! Purposeful, yet beautifying to the home and soul. :) I like the idea of your flowery bunting and am inspired to make one myself. As for me, I've been busily working toward completion of several knit projects for my granddaughter and a crochet project for a friend. Happy creating!

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