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Stitching & Crafting Room:  January 2018 Crochet Challenge  |
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Sobyn
True Blue Farmgirl
752 Posts
Sabrina
Kansas
USA
752 Posts |
 Posted - Jan 05 2018 : 6:24:29 PM
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I want to get back to my crocheting in 2018. I also want to use up my stash!! So I thought maybe some of you would want to do the same. Or maybe you want to learn to crochet or learn new techniques. Please join us!!
Join in anytime. The "rules" of the challenge are very loose. I will put some links to the projects I'm working on; if you need some ideas and inspiration feel free to join me in one or more of these (I will post free patterns) or choose your own.
I am purposely choosing simple patterns that use one skein or less of yarn. This is so that I can finish them up in the month and use up much of my yarn stash where I only have one or part of a skein. I encourage you to choose a one skein project to do during the month if not one of mine but feel free to show us bigger projects you are working on as well.
Each month I will post a new thread with a new set of inspiration projects. Like I said feel free to choose one or more of those or choose something else you would like to work on. Post what you will be working on at the beginning of the month, perhaps someone else would like to join you! Then post pictures along the way and of the finished project.
Feel free to follow me on Ravelry here: https://www.ravelry.com/people/sobyn
And I created a folder to store all of my MJF challenge projects here: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/sobyn?set=mjf-2018-crochet-challenge&view=thumbnail
January Inspiration and Ideas:
1 Skein: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cable-ear-warmer-2
Granny Square: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/traditional-granny-square-3
Thread Crochet: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/mount-silex-snowflake
Fun challenge: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/box-of-chocolates-3
Temperature Scarf My daughter is going to make a temperature scarf throughout the year. She will be using an H hook and single crochets but no pattern.
If you have ideas you would like to share for inspiration projects one month (one or multiple projects) send me a message and let me know.
Sabrina Farmgirl Sister #3275
February 2016 Farmgirl of the Month
http://kidscrunchandchrist.com
*Journal Through The Bible*The Life Giving Home Study*Homemaker's Bookclub*
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6438 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6438 Posts |
Posted - Jan 06 2018 : 07:26:38 AM
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Okay Sabina, I will do #1 the Granny Square, easy enough for me to finish this month I believe. I will ease in slow and easy then next month try more of a challenge project.
Wanted to share with you my Beautiful Granny Square Shawl that my Farmsister Marcy made for me last November I believe for our RAOK. She knew I was sick and hoped it would make  me feel better and keep me warm, and it does!
So, I will see if I can make something as pretty with one skein of yarn.
Thank you Sweet Sabina for hosting this challenge!
Hugs,
Deb
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
FGOTM, September, 2012
“My altars are My Mountains and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings We simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We're flexible like that!
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Sobyn
True Blue Farmgirl
752 Posts
Sabrina
Kansas
USA
752 Posts |
Posted - Jan 06 2018 : 08:20:13 AM
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That is a beautiful shawl!! What a sweet gift! Slow and easy is a perfect way to start!! No pressue!! I’m not sure I will get everything done this month myself.
Sabrina Farmgirl Sister #3275
February 2016 Farmgirl of the Month
http://kidscrunchandchrist.com
*Journal Through The Bible*The Life Giving Home Study*Homemaker's Bookclub*
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3919 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
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Posted - Jan 06 2018 : 09:09:23 AM
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I certainly want to join in on this. Unfortunately, I have many projects which I have promised to make for others. UFOs don't cha know. I may just make a granny square to fill in the throw I am making from all the cotton dish cloths I have gotten from swaps. I love crochet and am willing to give advice for working something tricky or confusing.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Jan 06 2018 : 3:34:29 PM
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I will start the granny square as soon as my "The Big Book of Granny Squares: 365 patterns" arrives. LOL! I need to know how large the squares in the book are before I start. Until then, I will try to fiinish a crocheted Swiffer coverr using some of my lefftover cotton yarns.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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Edited by - quiltee on Jan 06 2018 3:35:16 PM |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6438 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6438 Posts |
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Sobyn
True Blue Farmgirl
752 Posts
Sabrina
Kansas
USA
752 Posts |
Posted - Jan 06 2018 : 5:57:39 PM
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Yay Deb that is awesome!! I still have to go dig through my yarn stash!
I am making my granny squares 8" I think. I did some digging and that seems to be a popular size, I'll just add extra rows if necessary to get the size I want.
Sabrina Farmgirl Sister #3275
February 2016 Farmgirl of the Month
http://kidscrunchandchrist.com
*Journal Through The Bible*The Life Giving Home Study*Homemaker's Bookclub*
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Jan 06 2018 : 8:15:39 PM
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I have 2 granny square afghans my mother made - I will take pictures and post them. One is traditional grannies in various colors with beige edges and the other is different with a flower in each square.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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hudsonsinaf
True Blue Farmgirl
3162 Posts
Shannon
Rozet
Wyoming
USA
3162 Posts |
Posted - Jan 07 2018 : 07:42:46 AM
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I'm going to TRY to do the one skein ear warmers. I've never done anything like that before...
~ Shannon, Sister # 5349
Farmgirl of the Month - January 2016
http://hudson-everydayblessings.blogspot.com/ |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Jan 07 2018 : 07:49:45 AM
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I have one or two one-skein books. I will look them up - they might be available for sale or barter. LOL!
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Jan 07 2018 : 12:35:24 PM
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Here are pictures of the two granny square afghans I have.
Traditional grannies - over the back of my couch.
Grannies with flower center and close-up of one flower.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6438 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6438 Posts |
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Sobyn
True Blue Farmgirl
752 Posts
Sabrina
Kansas
USA
752 Posts |
Posted - Jan 07 2018 : 7:00:17 PM
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Linda those are beautiful thanks for sharing!!! Just do what you can everyone!! No pressure, no stress!!
Sabrina Farmgirl Sister #3275
February 2016 Farmgirl of the Month
http://kidscrunchandchrist.com
*Journal Through The Bible*The Life Giving Home Study*Homemaker's Bookclub*
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
6685 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
6685 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2018 : 11:55:17 AM
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I like the ideas you shared especially the ear warmer, but I think what I'm going to try this month is a bun beanie. I may change my mind and make a pair of the crochet shoe/slippers my mom asked me to make her. I'll look at what I have tonight and make my decision and let you all know tomorrow. I'm excited to see what everyone makes! This will be such a fun challenge! Thanks Sabrina.
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
6685 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
6685 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2018 : 11:56:07 AM
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Linda. I love your flower blankets! They are beautiful!
Krista |
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debbieklann
Sharpshooter/Schoolmarm
764 Posts
Debbie
Madras
OR
USA
764 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2018 : 12:23:50 PM
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Deb, that shawl is beautiful! The granny square afghans are lovely, too!
I am going to join you girls....I will post as soon as I know what my January project will be!
Thank you, Sabrina, for doing this!
Debbie Klann
Farmgirl Sister #770
"Well behaved women seldom make history"....Laurel Thatcher Ulrich |
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ruthie218
True Blue Farmgirl
1413 Posts
Ruthie Ann
Indiana
USA
1413 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2018 : 12:48:07 PM
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I will be making the 1 skienes ear warmers. These will be perfect for the homeless shelter.
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ruthie218
True Blue Farmgirl
1413 Posts
Ruthie Ann
Indiana
USA
1413 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2018 : 12:49:42 PM
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I'm going to make the ear warmers these will be great for the homeless shelter.
Farmgirl sister#4072 |
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
6685 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
6685 Posts |
Posted - Jan 10 2018 : 12:02:45 PM
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I decided that I am going to make the crochet slippers/shoes for my mom. This way I can participate in this challenge as well as finish off a UFO!
Krista |
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Sobyn
True Blue Farmgirl
752 Posts
Sabrina
Kansas
USA
752 Posts |
Posted - Jan 10 2018 : 12:04:39 PM
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Sounds great Krista!!
Sabrina Farmgirl Sister #3275
February 2016 Farmgirl of the Month
http://kidscrunchandchrist.com
*Journal Through The Bible*The Life Giving Home Study*Homemaker's Bookclub*
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
6685 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
6685 Posts |
Posted - Jan 12 2018 : 12:05:39 PM
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How is everyone else doing on their projects?
Krista |
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debbieklann
Sharpshooter/Schoolmarm
764 Posts
Debbie
Madras
OR
USA
764 Posts |
Posted - Jan 12 2018 : 12:16:18 PM
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I've decided to do the crocheted ear warmer. I have a crocheted tablecloth that is on my UFO list to FINISH this year so I will keep working on that. I would LOVE to do a granny square project and have been FIGHTING the temptation to start another long term project! haha So I think I will stick with the squares on my tablecloth for now.
My little grandsons are Star Wars fans and asked if I would make them the whole set of SW characters in amigurumi so I'm also going to try and get a couple of them done a month. I think I have patterns for a couple dozen. I have one started and it is so tiny! We'll see how they go!
Debbie Klann
Farmgirl Sister #770
"Well behaved women seldom make history"....Laurel Thatcher Ulrich |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Jan 12 2018 : 6:28:33 PM
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LOL! I am almost finished with one of the reusable Swiffer Covers.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Jan 13 2018 : 10:13:07 AM
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WOO HOO! My "The Big Book of Granny Squares" book came. I love love love the squares in it. I want to do squares that are all different and with 365 different patterns, I have a lot of choices.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
6685 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
6685 Posts |
Posted - Jan 15 2018 : 5:49:38 PM
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I haven't had a chance yet to get started on my crochet. I have been busy with other projects this last week. Hopefully I get some time this week.
Krista |
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January 2018 Crochet Challenge
