Once I learned that a friend of mine is expecting, I immediately wanted to create a crochet project for her. I first thought of making a baby beanie partnered with mittens and baby boots. But then I remembered how babies tend to grow really fast so I changed my mind and made a baby blankie instead.
The next question for me was what design and what stitch should I use? I knew I wanted to use the different colors of 5ply milk cotton I bought for the bulk project I made last Nobember-December. I looked at my stash and realized I bought a little bit too much of those. It's really perfect for the baby blanket. I decided I wanted to make it simple and easy to do.
I used single crochets and double crochets all throughout the project. And since the stitch I'm using is too simple and easy, I decided to make a striped design all over using different pastel colors. But which colors, I gather. It will all depend on what the gender is. But I don't know yet by the time I started. I figured I'd gamble and assume.
I started out with lavender and then pink. You would already assume what gender I was hoping for when I first started. I made quite a few stripes already with the girl theme in mind. If I had made a bet with anyone, I'd lose because hakfway throufh my project, I found out @lhes is having a baby boy.
Instead of having to change the entire color theme of my project, I decided I'd just say boys can also use the colors pink and purple. At this point of the project, I decided to throw in a lot of different "gender neutral" colors like green, brown, yellow, some more green, then topped it off with a pink layer.
My target was to bring this baby blanket to her on our HivePH meetup which meant I needed to finish this before April 27th. If i didn't I'd have to ship it off to her before she went back home somewhere far away. Thinking that she's going to live far away from here meant I could no longer invite her to any impromptu meetups like last year. What with the baby and all, she's going to be too busy and too far away now.
I brought the crochet project wherever I go. I would crochet while I was at the grocery waiting for my turn in the checkout lin e, while I'm out on play places with my daughter, when I'm at the jeep going to my mum's house. So @lhes, please make sure to wash that blanket thoroughly before putting it on the baby's crib. That blankie has gone through a lot.
The target date is nearing and that's when thr progress of the baby blankie project seem to drag. It felt like no matter how fast I crochet, it doesn't seem to make any progress. I kept on measuring and measuring every row I make. I thought I wouldn't finish it on time. Ut's a good thing I did. On the day of the meetup itself.
This was the first time I wwaved ends off the fastest. I used to despise this part of any projects. I still do, but for this one, I most lovingly and happily did it immediately as soon as I finished off woth the last stitch. Funny how a deadline makes one feel inspired.
I do hope you love this gift of mine @lhes. Maybe Marse @cindee08 and I could go on an excursion to your place sometime. :)
I really loved it marse! Not only dahil and Ganda but the thought it was hand made specifically for my baby 😍😍. Lablab 😘😘
Nasa malayo ka na nakatira once manganak ka so di ko madadalaw si baby. Atlit now, may yakap sya from tita Rome everytime ilalapag mo sya sa blankie.
So excited for you na marse! 😍😍😍
I also wanted to receive a gift made in hand to hand. The efforts you put is the most priceless thing. Baby is always a blessing and the color ma'am @romeskie that's my favorite purple 💜
It feels more nakakakilig kapag handmade ang gift talaga. The whole time I was making it, I was thinking of how it would wrap around the baby or how comfortable it would be for him to lie down on it. Pag nagkaron ako ulit ng baby, for sure dami nya nang mga crocheted goodies.
👏 Keep Up the good work on Hive ♦️ 👏
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SUper nice naman ni mam, and congrats pala miss @lhes .
Thank you!
Punta ka next meet up
Thanks @suteru. How is you na? :)
A very beautiful crochet of yours maam @romeskie I wanted to learn too but yeah I don't have enough time,so busy.Thankyou for sharing this blog,May God bless you!😊❤️
I crochet from 30 mins to 2 hours a day depending on the deadline. Haha. Depende rin sa mood.
It's a relaxing hobby so hopefully you find the time to learn it. :) I assure you, you won't regret it. :)
Aww
It takes a good friend to make a blanket when she heard that her friend is expecting a baby. That’s really nice of you. Keep it up!
Wow!! It looks like your an expert in that field, I also want to learn that one.
aaaw, so thoughtful of you sis. Im sure she is happy with your gift.
Its' an awesome blanket!
You really are committed to your crochet endeavor, wow! It's amazing how you've been able to practice it while engaging in regular activities like riding in the jeep or standing in line at the grocery store. Your dedication and enthusiasm are evident, particularly in the face of obstacles like the impression that development is sluggish. Your persistence paid off, and the fact that you finished the baby blanket project is evidence of your aptitude and tenacity. Continue the fantastic effort!
Sana all ang skill ma'am @romeskie .
Hi friend, I really love the colors you use for this beautiful blanket.
The stitch you used for this blanket is very delicate, everything looks very neat and very tender.