Just because I've been working mostly outside doesn't mean I've completely neglected the inside of the house. I've got lots of plans there, too. Like this random stitch blanket. I do love to knit and crochet, but I don't want to have to think too much about it, like counting stitches or following a complicated pattern, and I get bored easily. My favorite projects are the ones I can make up as I go along. So this blanket is perfect for me. I'll probably end up with 12 of them because I'm enjoying it so. One for every room. On the block.
I've had to learn a few new stitches in the process. Just to keep things interesting. I like the little bobbles and twisted stitches best.
This one I can take my own sweet time with. Because it's just plain fun to work on and because we certainly won't need any extra blankets any time soon.
Next was a project I had in mind when we first moved into this house...almost 2 years ago, but have just now gotten around to. (I've been busy.) A crochet cafe curtain for the front door to replace the generic white sheer that had been there before. With little sparkly dangly beady things for, you know, fun.
Loved that pretty shell stitch. Hmm, need to remember to work that into my random stitch blanket. Now, doesn't that look inviting?
Oh I love the blanket! I used to get bored too....miles and miles of the same stitch / color....so annoying! You've done a great job!
Posted by: Suzanne | June 12, 2012 at 07:52 PM
Looks like the bright colors of South Texas have carried over to Colorado! They also carried over to my dining room. I'll have to send you a pic.
Posted by: Misty Kirkland | June 15, 2012 at 08:56 AM
I LOVE that blanket! (grabs crochet hook and nearest random skeen). Thanks for the great idea!!! I only know about two stitches so I stick to scarves mostly. And I too get bored easily! And don't have the patience for a pattern. Like my journaling If it's meant to be messy it's better!!! Thanks again!
Posted by: Sara | June 16, 2012 at 08:28 PM
Love the blanket. I too get bored with the same stitch over and over and have done a couple of these in the past. They are so bright and cheerful.
Posted by: Judy H | June 17, 2012 at 05:48 AM
Hello again! I mentioned your wonderful blanket on my Blog & linked back to you, I hope you don't mind!
Posted by: sara | June 17, 2012 at 10:52 AM
Pretty I love the pale aqua curtain! so sweet!- pinkdilla
Posted by: Claire Selby | June 29, 2012 at 07:08 PM
do you have a pattern for the gorgeous mixed stitch blanket? so pretty! woodyrey3@yahoo.com.au
Posted by: valita | September 13, 2012 at 11:26 PM
Hey the blanket is amazing, do you have a pattern for it?
Posted by: Georgie | September 18, 2012 at 11:21 AM