New Bernat Crochetalong - did you see this?

[marpan79]

Ugh! I ended up redoing the first square for clue #2 five or six times before I got it the right size! I've been crocheting for over ten years, and I'm pretty sure I've got the basics down- don't know what the deal was. Okay, rant over.

 

I'm using Bernat Softee Chunky with a K hook. Here's the pics of my progress so far.

 

I seem to be having a problem on clue 2 as well. I am however only on my 2nd attempt and just haven't gotten back to it yet. If this one comes out too big, I'll go down a hook size for this square

[BaseballMom18]

Hello! I've finished both clues and am using the suggested colors, but I have to use an I hook because I crochet really loose. At least I know this ahead of time and can adjust accordingly!

[Gardener]

Here we go...

 

 

Oh Jeez, it just started pouring outside... would be a perfect "sit at home and crochet" day but I have to work in a couple hours

 

Nice squares. That purple color is such a nice shade.

And I always find rainy days to be great for staying in and crafting too!

 

Ugh! I ended up redoing the first square for clue #2 five or six times before I got it the right size! I've been crocheting for over ten years, and I'm pretty sure I've got the basics down- don't know what the deal was. Okay, rant over.

 

I'm using Bernat Softee Chunky with a K hook. Here's the pics of my progress so far.

 

Nice looking squares. I had some issues with size with clue 2 too. However, being the lazy sort, I didn't bother to redo them. I did 5 rounds rather than 6, and added a sc border to get to 8 inches.

[a_stitchintime]

:clap:clapeveryone's squares are so pretty!:clap:clap

 

I am done with week 1 & 2, and have a pic that I can't get to download to my computer:think:think weird!

I will share as soon as I figure it out:blush

[nicolep]

Nice looking squares. I had some issues with size with clue 2 too. However, being the lazy sort, I didn't bother to redo them. I did 5 rounds rather than 6, and added a sc border to get to 8 inches.

 

I did the same thing with clue #2. It's weird, I typically crochet tighter than others. Either the gauge on this one was smaller than "normal" or I'm loosening up for some reason.

[PiscesCrocheter]

I had some issues with size with clue 2 too. However, being the lazy sort, I didn't bother to redo them. I did 5 rounds rather than 6, and added a sc border to get to 8 inches.

I also did 5 rounds and a sc border to get 8 inches. I used a K hook for the clue 1 and didn't want to change hooks for clue 2, plus it still might not come out right

 

I did the same thing with clue #2. It's weird, I typically crochet tighter than others. Either the gauge on this one was smaller than "normal" or I'm loosening up for some reason.

It must be the gauge, because I also crochet tight, and I wasn't loosening up and I only got 5 rounds plus sc border.

[marpan79]

I finished my squares last night I also had some trouble with the guage on this one The first square was too large so I took it out and started over. Now I was very conscious of pulling it tighter from my norm and they are actually about 7 3/4 inches, but I'm not taking them out because of 1/4 inch, I think it'll pull ok when I sew the squares together. I'll worry about when we get to that bridge If they give me issues, I'll redo them if need be at that point.

[imanurse55]

Hello! I've finished both clues and am using the suggested colors, but I have to use an I hook because I crochet really loose. At least I know this ahead of time and can adjust accordingly!

I also have to use an I hook- cause I'm a loose crocheter too. so you have company on that front!!!

[imanurse55]

Its nice to read that many of us had issues with gauge between the first squares and the second squares! I'm with Marisa- I think it'll be fine when I go to join them, but if not, grannies are quick to re-do!

[Elizabeth]

So it's not just me. I had to switch back to the J hook -- maybe I was crocheting more loosely.

[The Zany Bishojo Evalana]

Finally got around to taking pictures of my yarn and squares. I'm gonna try and be better about that in the weeks to come:

[kittyloverdeb]

2 more days until another clue!

[nicolep]

Finally got around to taking pictures of my yarn and squares. I'm gonna try and be better about that in the weeks to come:

 

Very pretty!

 

2 more days until another clue!

 

So close, yet so far! I don't have any more colors to use since I still don't have my yarn. If it isn't the same as clue 1 or 2, I'm SOL.

[Gardener]

Finally got around to taking pictures of my yarn and squares. I'm gonna try and be better about that in the weeks to come:

Pretty colors, I like the shine that your yarn has.

[Gardener]

2 more days until another clue!

 

It does seem like a long time between clues, doesn't it?

 

Nicole, are you waiting for yarn that you ordered?

[nicolep]

It does seem like a long time between clues, doesn't it?

 

Nicole, are you waiting for yarn that you ordered?

 

I'm so lazy. I haven't actually ordered the yarn. I really don't like buying yarn (or anything really) online. So, I went to a few stores this weekend. I had very limited options for the Bernat Chunky yarn in the stores. I'm going to have to get over not wanting to order online.

[Elizabeth]

Yummy yarns!! I can't wait to see your afghan!

Finally got around to taking pictures of my yarn and squares. I'm gonna try and be better about that in the weeks to come:

[a_stitchintime]

Everyone's squares are lookin' good! I can't seem to upload pics from my phone anymore?... it's very strange:irk

 

I can't wait to see tomorrow's clue! I wonder if the weeks will feel shorter as the patterns get harder?

[imanurse55]

Everyone's squares are lookin' good! I can't seem to upload pics from my phone anymore?... it's very strange:irk

 

I can't wait to see tomorrow's clue! I wonder if the weeks will feel shorter as the patterns get harder?

Oh I definitely think the weeks will shorter as the patterns get harder. But I have lots of work to do this week and then the weekend my DD is coming to visit, so I 'll take one more week of easy squares!

[kittyloverdeb]

Is it tomorrow yet?

[angelfire]

I am frustrated, just discovered that my yarn only has 109 yds instead of 180 like Bernat Chunky, that means I will have to find more of it to make this afghan. I have the first two clues done, but now to find a Micaheals that carry more of the red I need and to get some more of each of the other colors, at least one more skein of the only that should only take 2 and probably three of the other two.

[angelfire]

Clue #3 is up and we are making 8 of them:eek

[cshell]

Clue #3 is up and we are making 8 of them:eek

 

 

Yeah, I just went and took a peek. That means I'm making 16. Hope that doesn't suck the fun right out of it for me. None for me tonight, will start in on them tomorrow night after work.

[angelfire]

just finished my 8, need to tuck tails, maybe get a picture, maybe wait until later after I get some sleep since it is now 3 a.m., still not tired but have things to do in 3 hours so I need some sleep.

 

They do work up quickly, I did all 8 in 2 hours. of course it took me almost 3 skeins, I figured out that I need to double the 2 skein colors to 4 skeins, the 6 skeins to 10 skeins and the 7 skeins to 12 based on yardage in the skeins....and I thought I was saving money by buying this brand. :blushnot too smart

[imanurse55]

Just saw the clue and this week will not be so long between clues since we are making 8 squares! And I am working extra hours this week, and this weekend my DD is coming to visit from Boston and we will be out and about. At least they look easy!!!