06.18.08
FO: V-stitch Baby Blanket
I am SO happy with the way this blanket turned out! Finally a project that I can consider a winner!!!
The pattern is the Little V-stitch baby blanket from Lion Brand patterns. My row gauge was WAY WAY off (8 rows = 4″ rather than 5 rows = 4″), so I had to compromise with my materials. Instead of being able to get the entire blanket and border out of my 2 skeins of Cotton Ease in Terra Cotta, I had to complete the blanket in that and then use the Almond for the border. I think I like the way that this turned out better than if it had been all in one color! I was a little doubtful at first.
The finished measurements are approximately 26″ x 26″, which is still smaller than the pattern dictates (28″ x 30″). I am ok with that, since this is still a good size for a stroller, crib, or car seat.
This was my first time at doing a crocheted picot border and I really love it. So much easier than I thought it would be and the result is just adorable – I am going to have to come back to this edging in the future for other baby items!
I am not sure who I am going to be gifting this to just yet. I mainly decided to make it so that I could use up some of my stash AND have a gender neutral baby gift ready for any upcoming showers I might be called to attend. One of my friends from college just found out that she is having a baby in December so she just might be the lucky recipient, I guess I’ll just have to wait and see.
Michelle said,
June 18, 2008 at 6:53 pm
Crochet picots are so much better than knit ones. Cute blanket.
hakucho said,
June 19, 2008 at 1:42 pm
I love the blanket and that edging is perfect!! I agree, it makes a very special blanket with the contrasting trim ..much better than all one color
Stephanie said,
June 19, 2008 at 3:12 pm
Cute blanket! I see things like this and wish I could crochet! But then the feeling passes, and I’m happy with my two sticks better.
I agree that the blanket look extra nice with the contrasting border.
Rachael Rabbit said,
June 24, 2008 at 3:08 pm
It is certainly a winner – what a wonderful blanket!!
Stacie said,
June 27, 2008 at 10:07 am
great color!!!
Rebecca said,
May 4, 2009 at 6:59 pm
I just finished a baby blanket for one of my friends and it turned out great, but now another one of my friends is haveing a baby and I think this will be the perfect blanket. Good Job!!