Crochet Wrap Up

I finally finished my crochet project! The first time I posted about this was almost a year ago, but in my defense, it wasn't a project that I worked on consistently. I would go in spurts and crochet rows and a time, then put it in the closet and forget about it for weeks. About 5 months ago I finished the last row and decided to add a scalloped edge to make it a little more polished. I didn't realize that a simple scalloped edge involved three separate rows, and when each row is 32 feet long it really takes a long time.

The granny square itself couldn't be easier, but the scallop pattern took more focus (and a piece of paper for reference). Thankfully, I was motivated the other night and got to work on it while watching a movie and really got into a rhythm. It was so easy--I realized that I just hadn't been focused enough to finish it before now. By the time the movie was over my project was complete. I spent another 20 minutes or so sewing in all of the loose yarn from when I'd changed colors and skeins, and then took some time to just curl up in it and relax! I've gotta say, this is one of the longest projects I've ever worked on, and I am so glad it's over. I guess I'm more of an instant-gratification type of crafter!

I'd meant for this to be a throw, but it really turned out to be more of a blanket. The final dimensions are 8 ft by 8 ft.

Afghan Progress

It's coming along! Though the process is really soothing, I'm ready for it to be finished:

I'm Hooked! Get it?!

School is really overwhelming and I needed a break this week, so I decided to give myself Monday off and just work on my afghan. I made a lot of progress and I'm loving it!

I Learned to Crochet!

So, last night I learned to crochet! I've been wanting to learn for a while, but it wasn't until I saw this great afghan that Tasha was working on that I got really interested. I usually prefer how knit stitches look, but this blanket is just too cute.

First, I learned the single crochet stitch, and then moved on to the double. I practiced each of these for several rows until I was comfortable with the movements and then it was on to the real deal: the granny square!

Unlike knitting, this blanket won't be made in traditional rows—it begins in the center with a granny square and expands outward. I'll be sure to post my progress as I go!