My Work - Winter Blanket Completed!

Finally Finished my Winter Blanket Project! It was meant for a double bed but somehow it also fits on a queen bed with the edition of the border ^^ It would look good on either size. I have the start of my pillow project in the background to make a decorative back pillow with a brown and blue border... maybe some mini snowflake border.

 Here is the final center piece for the cover after a lot of animals made and trial and error... have some snowflakes and dear and two birds...I actually have white and blue parakeets so these were made to look like them ^^ Also I made a pile of snow at the base under the dear which is fluffy... So there is my 3d applique section of the blanket

 This shows the snowflake border... :)

 There is a close up of the start of the pillow... some snowflaky wintery kind of design... when I finish the pillows I'll post them :)

Final thoughts... this was a great project... I learned a lot from all sorts of stitching and reading symbol patterns because I did so many different kinds of squares and even designed some of my own... it was really fun and worth it... took a long time and a lot of yarn... but it will be forever~ ^^ 

Crochet Books Online - Around the Seasons Afghans

Around the Seasons Afghans
http://issuu.com/terijd/docs/530193_aroundtheseasonsafghans

 This book has a lot of afghan patterns that I really like. Check it out, it's well written and the symbol patterns are clear. Click on the link to see the book.

Crochet Books Online - Crochet Magazine

Crochet Magazine 2 editions
http://issuu.com/bellota1502/docs/crochet_2009-11
http://issuu.com/bellota1502/docs/crochet_2007-07

I really like this magazine it has all sorts of different patterns from woman's wear and men's wear, baby clothes and home and decor. Just a large variety and it's very clear. Even the difficulty level of the patterns are labeled. This could be worth a subscription if you are looking for a crochet magazine subscription. Anyways check this edition out and see if you like it...

Check out both the links there to get an idea...

Crochet Books Online - Never Ending Granny Afghans

Never Ending Granny Afghans
http://issuu.com/michaelsellick7/docs/never_ending_granny_square_ebook_revision_2

 This ebook is kinda neat for anyone who wants to do never ending crochet afghans. Those are ones you don't have to keep changing colors you work all the colors at the same time just switching between them without cutting and it makes a spiral. This has patterns and written instructions if you are interested so check it out :)

Crochet Books Online - Red Heart Holiday Patterns~

Jolly Holidays
http://issuu.com/jules213/docs/jolly_holidays_15_free_knit_and_crochet_gifts_and_
http://issuu.com/jules213/docs/have_a_red_heart_holiday_20_knit__crochet_gifts_an

Below are two online books from redheart for holiday patterns from stockings to blankets... even some accessories for your favorite pet! All sorts of patterns for the winter holidays~ Check them out and start crocheting for the coming year! ^^

Crochet Books Online - The Joy of Thread - Heirloom Stitches For Today~

The Joy of Thread - Heirloom Stitches For Today!
http://issuu.com/carlosbranchet/docs/crochet_world_-_the_joy_of_thread

 This book is really great from crochet world. There are tons of lace patterns for all sorts of things. Lots of tablecloths, doilies, even pajamas patterns and holiday patterns so it's worth a check if you like working with thread :)

Crochet Books Online- How to Crochet a Ripple Crochet Afghan 7 Patterns

How to Crochet a Ripple Crochet Afghan 7 Patterns
http://issuu.com/jocreasey/docs/how_to_crochet_a_ripple_crochet_afghan_7_free_croc

This ebook has some very nice techniques of 7 different ways to do a ripple afghan :)  Try some out there are picture and written instructions as well as symbol patterns for the designs :)

Enjoy!

Crochet Books Online - Crochet World Magazines

Crochet World Magazines
April 2013 Edition
http://issuu.com/xbox2kazua/docs/crochet_world_2013-04

So I found this online and the magazine is actually really great! Huge variety of crochet patterns from all types of projects. There is home decor... table runners... baby blankets... stuffed animals... It is great for anyone who just wants to try something random that looks nice :)

So here's an example of the magazine page where it has different projects and written patterns for them.  I think I might actually have to subscribe to this magazine because there are so many cute ideas love it!

So let me just tell you exactly what is in this magazine:

Goddess of Hospitality Shawl

Rainbow Purse

Sweet Embrace Necklace

Patchwork Monkey

Coral Gardens Table Runner

Cross Front Vest

Pretty Posies Throw

Flowerpot Cozy

Petite Spring Hat

Flower Baskets Afgan

Teapot Cozy

Linen and Lace Luncheon Cloth

Tea light holders

Tea to go

Apple Blossom Baby Cocoon and Hat
A Day of Style Tote Bag
Into the Jungle Animals
Galaxy Throw
Climbing Cables Ruffled Pillow
Tunisian Ball-Band Washcloth

February 2013 Edition
http://issuu.com/jeanettehorvath/docs/crochet_world_2013-02

What is in this Edition:

Hearts a Plenty Table Runner
The Crocheter's Friend
Flower Fancy Scarf
Button Treefoil Edging
Keyboard Wrist Rest
Draped in Lace Jacket
Reader's Shawl
Chair side Tapestry Bag
Bookmark Bracelet
Firelight Lap Robe and Pillow
Fold Up Slippers
A Walk in the Woods Afghan
Woodland Fox
Pine cone Basket
Woodsy Owl Phone Case
Northwoods Bear
Tunisian Mitered Squares Blanket
Spring Break Doily
Irish Mystique Doily
Vibrant Chevron Panels Throw
Cute as a Button Crochet Sock Trim


October 2012 Edition
http://issuu.com/jeanettehorvath/docs/crochet_world_2012-10

Projects in this magazine:
Welcome home denim mat
Goony Bird Tooth Fairy Pillow
Retro Rap
Triangle Doily
Seasoned to Perfection Scarf
Uptown Granny Jacket
Chrysanthemum Table Topper
New Age Throw
Timber Ridge Lodge Runner
Baby Frankie and scaredy cat treat bags
Just for Fun Wigs
Sassy Spiral Scarf
Let's Have a Party
Plaid Stadium Blanket
Go Team! Hooded Scarf
Double Warm Hat
Shades of Wine Lapghan
Log Cabin Pillows
Caramel Throw
Lacey Meadows Shawl
Checks and Stripes Socks
Layered Scallops Tote

April 2011 Edition
http://issuu.com/carlosbranchet/docs/crochet_world_april_2011

Projects in the Magazine:
Garden Party Chapeau hat
Rose Lattice Belt
Lacy Little Cardigan
Post Stitch Tie
Floral Table Cloth
Bird House Towel Topper
Garden Gnome
Green Grass Rug
Field the Lamb
Lamb Rattle
Butterflies of Spring Afghan
Mariposa Doily
Ring of Flowers Throw
Flower Pot holder and Dishcloth
Magnetic Sunflower Bookmark
Rose Garden Shawl
Hearts & Flower Afghan
Basket Weave Baby Set
Glitter bug
Easter eggs
Easter Table Runner
Mother's Day Pillow

Ok so those are the editions I found online... Check them out :) They have some excellent projects for all sorts of use!

Crochet Books Online - 10 Crochet Baby Blanket Patterns

10 Crochet Baby Blanket Patterns

http://issuu.com/jocreasey/docs/10_crochet_baby_blanket_patterns_ebook

This free ebook done by allfreecrochetafghanpatterns, is quite nice... baby blankets are so cute! You have 10 designs to choose from with written instructions on how to do them :) Below is an example of some of the patterns. Anyways check out the link and try some of these out ^^

Crochet Book Online - How to Crochet 17 Colorful Afghans

How to Crochet 17 Colorful Afghans

http://issuu.com/jocreasey/docs/color_scheme_crochet_how_to_crochet_17_colorful_cr

Afghans are large pattered blankets. This book is a free pattern book so it isn't as polished as a normal crochet book but it has a lot of great designs and ideas for blankets I know you will love! Also there are pictures and written out steps for each of the blankets so check out the link above to read the whole book and download it.

Here are some examples of what this ebook looks like...

As you can see there are some great photo explanations and written steps and the designs are quite nice so if you are looking to make an afghan or a baby afghan check this book out :)