During the summer I have been working on the bedspread I am making since I picked up the hook once again.
When I had 50 granny squares stacked in my bag, I decided I needed to join them. Laying them out so I could have an idea in my head what they would look like, I searched the internet for ways in which I could use to join them.
I knew that I did not want to sew them together. In the past I have crocheted the squares together and I knew I wanted to do the same. After much browsing on YouTube, I decided to use the double crochet stitch to join them.
I liked the look of the ridge that is formed when joining and decided that I would use it for the right side of my bedspread.
After joining the first two rows, I decided to create my rows of eight squares – and then join the rows together.
With the joining of the rows, the blanket started to grow and get heavy. I would sit with my feet up and cover my legs on the few cool days we had.
Once I had joined all the squares, I saw that I had reached the halfway mark of my project.
Fifty squares had been made and joined but I had quite a few more to make.
What project are you currently working on?
© Colline Kook-Chun, 2014
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Looks nice and warm.
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The nights are getting a little cool now and the blanket did warm us a little last night. And, as my girls say, it is cozy 🙂
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I love how you joined the squares, Colline. I am busy crocheting blocks as well, I think I’ll join them you the same as you did. Thanks for the reminder. ❤
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You are welcome Michelle. I would like to see your project when it is finished.
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I will show it when its done 😀
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I look forward to seeing it.
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Looks stunning, so much neater when you crochet the squares together
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I agree – that is why I did not want to sew them together. Also, crocheting the join makes it look more interesting 🙂
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So cool! Or cozy, rather. I wish I had the time and patience. Love it! 😉
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I crochet while I am watching TV – and I have done quite a bit of it while on vacation 🙂
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Sounds very relaxing
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It is 🙂
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Wow! That’s such a lot of work, Colline. It looks really beautiful, and I really like the way you’ve joined the squares. Well done. 🙂
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Thank you so much. I enjoy the process of making it. .It forces me to relax 🙂
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Colline, what gorgeous handiwork! It’s beautiful! 🙂 Our current projects involve pre-Fall cleaning and coordinating kids’ schedules, although I hope to sew again soon! Thank you for sharing your project!
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Sewing is something else I have not done for a long time. The next thing I intend to get into again 🙂
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I am hoping to put together some comfy, stretchy clothes to wear as I heal from surgery. After that, we hope to start Christmas presents. *wishful thinking* 🙂
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I would be interested in seeing what you come up with 🙂
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I will definitely post pictures on our progress. My ideas are on my “Pinterest” board under “hysterectomy fashion” and I am open to more ideas. =)
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WOW! So beautiful dear Colline, I loved it. In here, I can’t make big projects because of the hot summer days… and also the house and garden almost take my time. When I go back home, to Istanbul, I hope I can make again. Thanks and Love, nia
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Luckily our summer has not been too hot Nia so I have been able to work on making granny squares. There were days, though, when I was unable to crochet.
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Very nice, Colline. 🙂
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Thank you Imelda.
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What a lovely project Colline. My daughter and I used to make crocheted cellphone holders as gifts to friends.
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That os a lovely idea for a gift.
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Wow, lots of squares! Beautiful work.
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Thank you Amy. The blanket needed a total of 80 granny squares.
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The ridges are great. So neat and even. Good choice. Nice job, Colline.
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Thank you Gemma. It has been great to be crocheting again 🙂
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Not far to go then if you need 80 and finished off 50 already. You have a very neat and beautiful blanket in the making. I also love they way you joined them together. Are you planning a second one? You have two daughters each one must have one too!
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Most definitely. We are currently discussing colours 🙂
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beautiful and purple is my favorite color
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Thank you TBM. As you can see, it is my favourite too 🙂
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What a lovely blanket you are making!
Many moons ago, I made one just like it from wool that had been “damaged” in a warehouse flood in the 1970s! I still have it and use it, but the wool is now starting to disintegrate and there are frequent holes that need mending! Lol
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Sounds look it is time to make another Madoqua 🙂
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That looks beautiful and warming. I am into cooking at the moment.
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I enjoy eating delicious meals but do not enjoy being in the kitchen. I wonder of that would change if I had a bigger space to cook in.
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It’s beautiful, Colline! I really should start crocheting or knitting again. Perhaps once the weather cools off I’ll feel more inspired to do so. 🙂
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I am glad that I started crocheting again Robin. I forgot how relaxing it can be. And I always enjoy the results of my efforts 🙂
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Very creative blanket Colline .
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Thank you Jake 🙂
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I am totally in love with this bedspread of yours Colline. I just love the colours! Great shots of the process! I love it! 😀
I guess you can call my Dandelion shots my current project. 😆
♥ Hugs ♥
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I think your dandelion project is stunning Sonel. Many of those pictures deserve to be hung up on walls.
http://sonelcorner.wordpress.com/2014/08/20/project-dandelion-continues/
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I am so glad you think so Colline and if it wasn’t so expensive to do, I am sure hubby would have all the walls covered with them. hahahahaha. Thanks so much for the lovely compliment hon. You are so sweet. 😀
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And doesn’t it look beautiful for all that effort! I used to crochet and I know that it grows quite fast compared with knitting. Very satisfying. 🙂
Current project, Colline? You have to be joking 🙂 It’s trying to catch up on the blogs (and failing).
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I think that is why I prefer crocheting to knitting Sonel – and I am also faster at it.
And I LOVED your dandelion project Sonel – stunning photos.
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I must be in disguise today 🙂 The dandelion shots were fantastic weren’t they? Especially the watery ones!
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Goodness me Jo, so sorry for my error! (Blushing in embarrassment). Don’t know what happened 🙂
Your are right, the watery shots of the dandelion were fantastic.
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Wow! That looks gorgeous Colline! Wish I was working on something half as creative!! 🙂
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Thank you so much Madhu 🙂
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Purple is my favourite colour so I love it!
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Thank you. I do admit to enjoying this blanket on my bed. Gives the room a different vibe.
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That breadspread already looks terrific. You have spent your summer holiday creating and relaxing. My current projects (apart from the work related ones) are improving my Italian, reading a few books , and experimenting with my cacti photography 😀
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I look forward to seeing your photo experiments on your blog Paula. I always enjoy looking at what you post.
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Aww, thank you, Colline 🙂
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A beautiful handwork, so lovely. I have a knit blanket on needles and am working on a horizontal ribbed cowl.
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I am sure that blanket on needles will be warming as the cooler days approach 🙂
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Ana is an avid knitter and cant crochet, I showed her your work and she was impressed.
Beautifully done and the bedspread is great, I like the colour you have chosen.
Cheers
Emu
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Thank you Ian. I will show you the finished product soon 🙂
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