flyinghooks Posted February 11, 2008 At my daughter's insistence, the Baby Hoodie & Hat set I made needed a blanket to go with it, so I made this sort of matching blanket... it's currently blocking... clickable More info on pattern and yarns etc can be found at this blogpost: First Love blanket Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coolhockeymom Posted February 11, 2008 that is adorable Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Donna's crochet Designs Posted February 11, 2008 Great use of colors! I love it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mel2nsluvsCrochet Posted February 11, 2008 Looks great! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alibra Posted February 11, 2008 Beautiful...smart girl that daughter of yours!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
champygirl Posted February 11, 2008 Very pretty, I like the color combo. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
QueenOfCrochet Posted February 11, 2008 Very pretty, beautiful job! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maggie1956TN Posted February 12, 2008 Beautiful and thank you for the pattern. I have a family member who is expecting and what a beautiful blanket to make. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nana5boys Posted February 12, 2008 very nice. jaye Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrochetLiving Posted February 12, 2008 Perfect! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hookerangel Posted February 13, 2008 Beautiful Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leaette#2 Posted February 14, 2008 Very pretty. At my daughter's insistence, the Baby Hoodie & Hat set I made needed a blanket to go with it, so I made this sort of matching blanket... it's currently blocking... clickable More info on pattern and yarns etc can be found at this blogpost: First Love blanket Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
i'mhooked Posted February 14, 2008 You say that your blanket is blocking, I am not totally familiar with what that does. I read how to do it and that it is supposed to help with the shape. But I have a question and probably a very dumb question. After you block a blanket, does it change the texture? Does it make it stiff, like starching? And what happens when you wash it, does the blocking undo? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyinghooks Posted February 19, 2008 After you block a blanket' date=' does it change the texture? Does it make it stiff, like starching? And what happens when you wash it, does the blocking undo?[/quote'] It depends on the fiber content. Natural fibers block better than acrylics, but acrylics will still block. I blocked this acrylic blanket because I think it looks nicer when it has been blocked square. I always block any squares I make for charity so they are easier to assemble if they are all the exact same size. Texture generally changes for the better. Most fibers feel softer after blocking. Natural fibers especially will open up and drape better. It is not like starching. I block with water, nothing more. After washing blocking must be repeated... especially for garments. Like sweaters that say lay flat and shape to dry". Same concept. I remove excess moisture after washing with towels and then lay out the piece on my blocking board to the original schematics. Acrylic blankets I generally toss in the dryer... but if I feel it needs shaping, I'd lay it out on a bed to dry... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pasteeater Posted February 19, 2008 That's really nice. I like the jacket too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
threadlover Posted February 20, 2008 Great blanket. Marcia Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
i'mhooked Posted February 21, 2008 Thanks! I am going to try it with one of my very next blankets! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crochetbycharlene Posted February 21, 2008 very cute! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
contrary.crocheter Posted February 21, 2008 what a beautiful set!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crocheting_Kelly Posted February 22, 2008 Pretty! I like the colors! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
