I've used all 15 colors of the Sweet Pea blanket project. I started with the green of the leaves and vines, then tried to go blues/purples and then to the warmer colors and end up with the lights as I reached the top. I'm liking it but I may not use the dark purple between the blues and the violets/magentas.
Some of the people doing this CAL are doing a similar colorway then doing a mirror above this, whereas I am going to begin with the green atop this. I'm on "Team Rogue" - which is we're using Lucy's yarn colors and pattern but putting the colors in our own rows. On my next rows I will remove the dark purple and put the lavender which is 3rd down to where the dark one is.
I cannot say enough good things about the Stylecraft Special double knit (DK). 15 big skeins/balls of yarn for $41.05 - and that includes $12.79 s&h! These are 100 grams, too. AND.. I have not found even one knot/join in these as yet. It is acrylic so it's durable as a blanket. Soft, too.
Here it is laid out flat, this will make a very nice sized blanket when done.
I look forward to many happy hours working on this draped over my lap by the fire.
But I will have to leave it and go swimming soon. It's cold and grey out and the wind has been howling. I do not want to go out in it and jump into a pool of cool water.. but.. I will. Yes, I will. Wah! Have a super day!!
((hugs)), Teresa :-)
That is so pretty! I like your pattern of colors. I am waiting for my yarn to come. I can't wait to start it.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful pattern and colors, too. You are so talented! Looking at your creations brings me joy!
ReplyDeleteYou've done so much on this. It is beautiful. The wind is howling here too!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty, Teresa! Yes, it will warm you and be pleasing to the eye. Stay cozy. ♥
ReplyDeleteI seriously love that blanket and that is a great price for the yarn. I like the color sequence you’ve chosen too. Hope swimming was fun. We had freezing rain all day long so I haven’t left the house.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Betsy
The stitch pattern is pretty too. That will make such a joyful blanket on a grey day.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful blanket and thanks for mentioning the kind of yard. I really like the lightness of it.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautiful stitch and I just love the colors!
ReplyDeleteThat blanket is looking beautiful Teresa and yes to keeping you warm. Good on you going swimming yay girl. Here it is hot again so little crochet happening BUT I have been sewing xoxo
ReplyDeleteIt's goodng lolvely, well done
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful! I love this yarn pack so much and I can't wait to get my hands on one!
ReplyDeleteGreat colors melting together. Ugh. COld pool....... I . cannot. do. that....
ReplyDeleteI am enjoying seeing your beautiful progress on the blanket! Bravo on swimming! I am flying down to see Carolyn Friday through Tuesday. When I get back I look forward to getting together with you! Love to you and yours xxxx
ReplyDeleteooh this is so pretty....love the colors, needing colors here it is winter, shades of gray and white.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you are having fun with your blanket. It looks lovely, I do enjoy these soft and warm colours. I must be the only person in the world who doesn't like Stylercraft special DK! It makes me fingers tickle. But you are right, it is durable, the two blankets I made for the kids are still going strong, years later. Happy swimming. x
ReplyDeleteI love the beautiful bright colours on your crochet!!! So pretty.
ReplyDeleteThe colors are lovely! Hard to find such an array of colors here.
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