I used a single raised rib crochet pattern to create this blanket. I made 4 columns then sewed them side-by-side. Each rectangle is 9 inches by 7 inches and there are 5 in each coumn. The finished size is 40 x 35 inches. I used Caron 1 pd yarn. It's very soft. I used Lilac & Cream. I did a 2 row border after everything was competed and sewn togethor. I used a K hook and only had to chain 25. Your basically alternating 1 row of Half Double Crochets and 1 row of Front Post Stitches.
NEW FINISHING INSTRUCTIONS 8/3/13:
NEW: Video on how to sewing it using the invisible sewing technique
Weave all ends on the wrong side of your work.
NEW: Video on how to sewing it using the invisible sewing technique
Weave all ends on the wrong side of your work.
I sewed the
columns side by side. I do this because I don't like making them in 1
piece because it can get heavy.
To start I take 2
of the "columns" and put them face down. Thread
your yarn needle and put it through the topside of your finished
column, on the edge, and go through to the other column. Just "skim
off the top" when you insert the yarn. You don't want to put
your yarn needle through to the bottom or you WILL see the sewing and
it won't be invisible.
Wait several
inches before you pull the yarn tight. It's okay to have it loose at
first. When I pull the yarn tight I put my palm down hard on the
areas that you've sewn then pull it tight. If you don't it will cinch
up.
Also, it's a nice
technique in case you use multiple yarns in your blanket. You won't
be able to see the yarn you're sewing with. It will be invisible on
both sides.
It's great for a baby blanket or just a lap afghan for your home.
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Heather
How do I get the pdf file of this pattern without all the other stuff that is there?
ReplyDeleteTo get the PDF follow the link to 4shared.com
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Then click the down arrow once or twice and you will see a BIG blue button that says "Download Now". Then a 20 second count-down will start. After the just click the download button again.
Beautiful pattern!! What material and what stitch did you use to join the columns?
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Heather! Thank you so much for sharing the pattern....:)
ReplyDeleteHow many chains to cover a couch one piece?
ReplyDeleteThe gauge is 2.75 stitches per inch. For example if you need it to be 60 inches calculate 2.75 x 60 and you get 165. That is what you would have to chain to get that size. Just measure your couch and calculate it as mentioned.
ReplyDeleteHeather
What would be the pattern for a baby blanket if I wanted to do the whole blanket rather than columns?
ReplyDeleteYou can use the gauge to figure out how many chains you need to do and use the same pattern. The pattern has repeats and you just repeat until you get to the end of your row.
DeleteHi heather,
ReplyDeleteI just had an FYI for you. By using a slip stitch to join your strips, you would keep the rows consistent and hide the fact that it is made of strips.
On this blanket I wanted the sewing to be invisible. All the rows match up, their consistent. Every sewing technique has its own look and I've done almost all of then. I don't like the 1/2 inch ridge that that would create. It looks similar to a SC sewing.
DeleteMy question is this, if you do not have a computer to print out the pattern, is there it another way to retrieved the pattern that you would like to have?
ReplyDeleteMail it to you? If the internet is the only place it's posted then a computer would be needed to view it. If you want it mailed let me know at heatherg23@aol.com
ReplyDeleteThanks
Heather
Heather I want to thank you for sharing the patters with us I love learning new stitch I have been crocheting for a long time but I always see something new every time so I guess the olds story is true you are never to late to learn something new lol. But I do love your pattern I just run across your home page or blog and I think everyone I have seen is very pretty I saved some so thank you very much
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