063/365 - Gem Star

by Chris Simon

I saw this done by someone else and decided to give it a go. My color changes didn't work out as planned this time around, so this one will likely be adding to Paisley's blankie. However, I think I know what I need to do. Expect to see this one again soon.

Pattern link on Ravelry.

Yarns used:
Red Heart Super Saver: 322 Pale Yellow
I Love This Yarn!: 200 Gray Mist
I Love This Yarn!: 201 Grey Beard

Hook used: I

055/365 - Square 83 of 101

by Jean Leinhauser

When I saw this in the book, I fell in love and wanted to do it immediately, but when I actually did it? Not so much. I wish I'd started with a yellow center and then done the petals in white and red (alternating). Instead, I followed the instructions and used the same color for the whole flower. I hated it. So, working from the back, I worked 2 dc yellow between each white dc and tied off. Then, I worked sl st in red around the petals on each round.

I'm still not in love, but it's better than it was. Truth be told, this one will likely be added to Paisley's blankie.

Pattern link on Ravelry.

Yarns used:
Herrschner's Worsted 8: Sunshine
Red Heart Super Saver: E300-311 White
Red Heart Super Saver: E300-319 Cherry Red

Hook used: I

Joining Squares

So, there are a few joining methods floating around out there, and each has its merits. I decided today that I would test one that looked cool to me (and that I'd read good things about on Ravelry). It's the Flat Braid Joining Technique by Priscilla Hewitt. I had some squares which hadn't turned out quite as I'd have liked (previously labeled as being for Cassidy, Austin, and me), so I decided to put them together for my puppy.

And yes, I know the squares don't match each other, but Paisley doesn't care. It helps that she's colorblind, but still. (;

Pattern link on Ravelry.

Yarn used:
Red Heart Super Saver: Hot Red

Hook used: I

028/365 - Grandma's Heart

by Carola Wijma

2012 January Baby-Block-of-the-Month Crochet-Along

I like the texture in this square. I am not fond of how the heart ended up tilted once I was done. I may have to do this one again. I have to say that trying to follow the written instructions was very difficult. If you choose to do this one, I would recommend using the charts (after reading over the instructions, simply because there are some tips and tricks peppered through there).

Pattern link on Ravelry.

Yarns used:
Red Heart Super Saver: E300-311 White
Red Heart Super Saver: E300-319 Cherry Red

Hook used: I