Maybe Matilda: Winter Ripple Crochet Baby Blanket

Monday, January 16, 2012

Winter Ripple Crochet Baby Blanket

For a few weeks around Christmas, I put my etsy shop on vacation so I could  take a little break from the constant crocheting and just enjoy the holidays. And what did I do with those weeks of vacation, you wonder? I crocheted. I crocheted a lot.
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I think it’s probably a good sign when the hobby of choice that I spend my “vacation” time on is also the work I’m taking a vacation from. Ideal, isn’t it? I used that little shop break as a chance to work on a few projects I’d wanted to begin but didn’t have the time for during a busy Christmas season in my shop. I’ve wanted to try a round blanket for a while (inspired once again by the talented Casey and her beautiful crochet—she makes such fun ripple blankets), and I found this pattern, which I used (with a few variations) to make this cute baby blanket.
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I was so glad it snowed before I took these pictures—I have a feeling this blanket just wouldn’t look right photographed against bright leaves and grass. Doesn’t it look so wintry? I crocheted it in a really lovely, comfortable off-white yarn, and I love the unique style of this blanket.
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And, as always, bobbles are a delight on baby blankets. Little ones love to play with them, and they add such a fun detail. (Even just looking at those neat, tidy rows of stitches makes me feel calm and happy . . . tell me I’m not the only crazy lady who is comforted by rows of crochet stitches . . . )
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The pattern designer requests that these blankets not be sold in online shops (a detail I really wish I’d noticed before I started working on this blanket), so for now, this one’s adding a little granny chic style to the sofa in my living room. I kind of like it there, but I think it’ll eventually head to the Bungalow Boutique in Heber to see if we can find it a new home.
DSC_0550 If you’re interested in it, please email and let me know!maybematildaquilts[at]gmail[dot]com). I’d love for it to head to your house to cuddle a sweet baby or add some fun style to a room! It's been spoken for! But if you'd like me to make another one just for you, let me know and I'll get busy. maybematildaquilts(at)gmail(dot)com

20 comments :

  1. Wow! Turned out great! Sort of reminds me of a starfish or octopus. I love to snorkel.

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  2. Totally understand the calming comfort of crochet. I had to stop for a few weeks, I think I over-used my right thumb crocheting Christmas gifts, but have started up again, couldn't go too long without doing it! It's so relaxing and rewarding to watch a skein or ball of yarn transform into something else. I have you to thank for introducing me to the wonders of crochet!!

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  3. Looks great! I laughed as I read this post because I did the same thing--swore off crocheting for the holidays, only to do more crocheting than ever before. :) Love the blanket and adore the bobble stitch!

    Kim @ Little Rays of Sunshine

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  4. Ooh, that is so beautiful. I love that style of crocheting. I may be weird, but I think it would even be beautiful over a small round table! Nice work (as always).

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  5. This is gorgeous! I really like the winter white color and the shape. Such a great piece!

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  6. PS - I've made the crazy decision that I need to make a granny stripe blanket for the babe. Have you made one? Eeps!

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  7. Wow, It looks great! Bless your heart for thinking that this is a "fun vacation project" too. I made the 5 point star version before Reli was born and came close to setting it on fire more than once ; ) By the time it was finished (a bit wonky), I couldn't even look at it and packed it away.

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  8. Yours looks nice and chunky... did you use sport weight yarn like the pattern called for, or did you use something bigger? Inquiring minds want to know! :)

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  9. T. Nelson--nope, I used worsted weight yarn. Happy crocheting!

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  10. Um hello, that is gorgeous!! You are amazing. Oh and I know you somehow but I can't figure it out (not just from your amazingly cute blog)- we are friends on good reads too. :) I think we met through Ashleigh Adkins? Anyway, I wish I could afford that blanket because it is beautiful. Oh and I wish I had a baby to go with it, that's how cute it is.

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  11. Kristen, yep, it was through Ashleigh :-) You came to visit and hang out with her when I lived at Linford (but spent like 90% of my time hanging out at the uphouse!).

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  12. L-O-V-E that! I never even thought of making a round baby blanket before...now I just need somebody to have a baby so I can try one :)

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  13. So pretty! i love circular blankets for babies...I think it's easier to wrap them up in them...like a little burrito! This turned out so beautifully!!

    Now I have to add one more thing to my list of things I want to do! ;P

    ~ Sarah

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  14. I have a two week "staycation" coming up and I plan on doing the same thing! Crochet, crochet, crochet! Maybe some knitting too...classes start this weekend!

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  15. It is a beautiful blanket. Gorgeous work.
    Ruth

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  16. Gah, I don't think I know a more talented crotch-eter than you. This is beautiful! I love the bobbles. Love!

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  17. How do you find time to finish something like this? I'm impressed.

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  18. it's a lovely blanket! I spotted it in one of your pictures before and hoped you'd talk about it soon! I love all the bobbles :)

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