Tutti Frutti Crochet Granny Square Blanket

The blanket is constructed from 7 rows of 7 squares across and 7 rows of 7 square down. A total of 49 squares. Each square has a pink central daisy flower and is then surrounded by 7 different colours.

I think the colour work in this pattern is gorgeous and so very pretty and cheerful. The pattern contains explicit and detailed colour guidance for each and every square – so 49 different colour combinations.  The finished blanket measures 54“ x 54“. The blanket could be made larger or smaller by increasing or decreasing the amount of squares used.

The pattern is currently available in my Etsy store click here.

or in my Ravelry store click here.

Colour Palette Crochet Afghan Blanket GRANNY SQUARES Throw 48" x 48"

I’ve just finished this blanket last night and finished sewing the ends in this morning. It is now in the departure lounge ready for dispatch to Minnesota, USA.

Available to Order in My Etsy store click here.

Klimt Style Crochet Granny Square Blanket

Crochet Afghan Blanket Multicoloured Granny Squares Patchwork

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Progress Photos Contemporary Bold Granny Square Blanket

Daisy Granny Square Crochet Blanket Retro Style Afghan Madonna Blue

This is the must have 'Daisy'' granny square blanket. The blanket is constructed from various sized granny squares is bordered with a gorgeous madonna blue. The blanket can be crocheted together with top seam as shown or flat so no textured seam.
The finished blanket measures 34“ x 34 “ approx.

Available to order in my Etsy store here.

Antique Crochet Patterns

This site is a really great resource of many wonderful old free crochet patterns. Look at these wonderful vintage and retro style afghans/blankets.

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Pyramid Afghan

 

Click here for the free pattern.

Highland Home Afghan/Blanket

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American Afghan – Blanket

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Siesta Afghan – Blanket

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Introducing ‘Tutti Frutti Daisy’ Granny Square Blanket.

Well as promised I’m delighted to be able to introduce and show you my newest creation. Tutii Frutti Daisy blanket – I so love the colour combination here, and hope you do to.

The blanket is constructed from 7 rows of 7 squares across and 7 rows of 7 square down. A total of 49 squares. Each square has a pink central daisy flower and is then surrounded by 7 different colours.
I think the colour work in this pattern is gorgeous and so very pretty and cheerful. The pattern contains explicit colour guidance for each and every square – so 49 different colour combinations.
The finished blanket measures 54“ x 54“. The blanket could be made larger or smaller by increasing or decreasing the amount of squares used.

The pattern  is now available in my Etsy store click here

or in my Ravelry store click here.

A Basket Full of Biscuits

They do look so cute don’t they? I love it when they are at this stage all neat and tidy with their ends sewn in and ready to be transformed into a blanket or a cushion or some other item. My technology problems persisted yesterday with a power cut so I was unable to down or upload photos, unable to blog etc. However this focussed me on getting one of my new blankets finshed.
Sneak preview below. All will be revealed tomorrow – technology allowing I’m just doing the final border.

A pile of granny squares all needing their ends sewn in.

A sneaky sepia preview.

A black & white view.

Easy Artisan Bread Recipe

Last weekend for some reason I got the notion to make some bread. Perhaps this was as an excuse to lay down my crochet hook for a few hours – which didn’t really happen. Anyway I found this really simple recipe which is so easy to make the only real ingredient required is patience. Anyone who knows me knows that patience is really not my virtue and even I managed this and the results were quite tasty.
I didn’t include any of the herbs as I wanted to see how it tasted before introducing other flavours. It came out really well and next time I would use strong white bread flour rather than just plain flour. Anyway if you need some inspiration for something to do over the weekend give it a try.
Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 2/3 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary (optional)
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme (optional)
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh sage (optional)

Directions

1. Combine the flour, yeast, and salt in a large bowl and mix to combine. Add the water and herbs, if using, and mix well. The dough will be very sticky and shaggy-looking. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and set aside at room temperature for 18 to 24 hours.
2. Generously flour a work surface. The dough will have risen and will be covered in bubbles. Transfer the dough to the work surface and dust it with flour. Fold the dough in half, and then form the dough into a ball by stretching and tucking the edges of the dough underneath the ball.
3. Liberally flour a kitchen towel (do not use terrycloth). Place the dough ball on the floured towel. Cover with another floured towel. Let the dough rise for about two hours [see footnote].
4. Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Place a lidded Dutch oven or deep heavy duty casserole dish (with lid) into the oven to preheat.
5. Carefully remove the hot baking dish from the oven. Remove the lid and gently turn the dough ball into the ungreased baking dish, seam-side up; shake the dish so the dough is more evenly distributed.
6. Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the lid and bake until the crust is golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the loaf from the baking dish and let it cool on a rack before slicing.

Source - Allrecipes.com
While I was busy being patient I managed to get another granny square blanket finishes. A welcome ray of sunshine.

Anyway whatever you are doing this weekend have a great one.

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Summer Daze Crochet Pattern & pictures of the garden

PDF pattern available at Ravelry and Etsy.


A few pictures from the garden.

Granny Square Bodice Style Shoulder Wrap

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Tartan Edinburgh Wrap

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Inspired by all things tartan and especially the Edinburgh Festival and Tattoo. I’m delighted with how it resembles woven tartan fabric.

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Somewhere in My World 2010 International Freefrom Fiberarts Guild Show

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