tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post9056832292806007724..comments2024-03-10T21:42:42.272-05:00Comments on Susan B. Anderson: Too Pool for SchoolSusan B. Andersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11636659411510859186noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-22963589642270891462008-05-28T10:11:00.000-05:002008-05-28T10:11:00.000-05:00That afghan is BREATHTAKING! So pretty it almost ...That afghan is BREATHTAKING! So pretty it almost makes me want to start on one of my own...but all that seaming...oy. Total inspiration!<BR/><BR/>(it's Melissa from Sew Bendy)Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12807796232660842383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-61232918176026766182008-05-24T14:58:00.000-05:002008-05-24T14:58:00.000-05:00I crocheted a granny afghan aproximately 30 years ...I crocheted a granny afghan aproximately 30 years ago using a mix of wool and acrylic yarn. The main fiber weight is worsted and anything else lighter, I doubled. 30 years later I have a wonderful, colorful afghan with felted squares. I discoverd felting before it became in!!!! The mix of fibers content did not seem to make a difference after 30 years.<BR/>The Mad KnitterAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-57396085701678973702008-05-24T12:23:00.000-05:002008-05-24T12:23:00.000-05:00astoriaAnn,I think just the same weight is what wo...astoriaAnn,<BR/>I think just the same weight is what would matter most. I think you could throw in different fiber content as long as you took note of what is in there for washing purposes.<BR/>I think a mix of leftovers would be great.<BR/>Hope it works, you should start!<BR/>susanSusan B. Andersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11636659411510859186noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-28582892604734795592008-05-24T12:18:00.000-05:002008-05-24T12:18:00.000-05:00I'm wanting to start knitting granny squares out o...I'm wanting to start knitting granny squares out of leftover yarn, but I dont' know how similar my leftovers have to be? Any thoughts?<BR/><BR/>Same weight I think, I'd go with all worsted since I have the most of that. <BR/><BR/>Same fiber? Does it all have to be wool? Blends? Some alpaca thrown it. <BR/><BR/>How much of a "patchwork" can this project be and still work? That question is why I haven't yet started.astoriaAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07370742831006111881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-37682680198116728102008-05-24T06:14:00.000-05:002008-05-24T06:14:00.000-05:00I too experienced pooling with my yarntini yarn bu...I too experienced pooling with my yarntini yarn but it was not until I was well into my second sock that I noticed. And then I did not know what it was called until I read your blog!! My knitting friend said that is a true sign of a hand dyed yarn.Elisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08496595036121752506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-51725259832368745192008-05-23T23:16:00.000-05:002008-05-23T23:16:00.000-05:00HiI enjoy your blog! Your use of color is inspiri...Hi<BR/>I enjoy your blog! Your use of color is inspiring. <BR/>How do you plan to sew your granny squares together? I'm working on a granny afghan. You make 2 square, sew one side together. Next row and all following rows 3 DC in each space, corners 3dc 1sc 3dc in one space. The beauty is changing colors in the rows; also a great way to use up yarn and no sewing is needed. <BR/>Have fun.<BR/>SharonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-26650525978476147402008-05-23T13:36:00.000-05:002008-05-23T13:36:00.000-05:00Your millions of granny squares remind me of the (...Your millions of granny squares remind me of the (only) 49 I just finished to make your Patches blanket:) I so love your Itty Bitty Nursery book!!! I don't actually buy very many knitting books, but I did buy yours--new, even! Thank you for writing it.Tamarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00779973564553142158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-57571946408936682492008-05-23T11:52:00.000-05:002008-05-23T11:52:00.000-05:00I love your new ladybug hat. As well as the bumble...I love your new ladybug hat. As well as the bumble bee. Too cute. I did order the pattern a few days ago, but have not received the pattern. Just wondering if you got my payment - katzndogzrul<BR/><BR/>Anyway I'm a huge fan and adore reading your blog. Thanks AliceAlice Reganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00744757184275143211noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-39985760471607240652008-05-22T22:23:00.000-05:002008-05-22T22:23:00.000-05:00Back in the 80's I was big on crochet. Made lots ...Back in the 80's I was big on crochet. Made lots of afghans. I made a King size from a pattern I can no longer find. It was a granny ripple. Picture a rectangular center medallion of many grannies on the diagonal with several inches of crochet ripples radiating out from around it and even more grannies tucked around the ripples and finished off with more ripples. It was absolutely gorgeous. Alas, she was the downfall of my crocheting and sad to say I got rid of all my books and stuff. Of course NOW I want to knit her again. I didn't get to keep her as she was a wedding gift.<BR/>Love the new hats! My manicurist is pregnant and getting a sweet pea. Her sister (whom I don't even know) is having twins and so she may be the lucky recipient of the new ones - what better excuse?!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-25889120548811223462008-05-22T20:14:00.000-05:002008-05-22T20:14:00.000-05:00I love the idea of granny squares but don't croche...I love the idea of granny squares but don't crochet (minimal - only when knitting patterns call for it as detail). Any suggestions for granny squares done via knitting instead of crochet? Tell your daughter I love the flowers! She's very talented.SAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-68808428908321899272008-05-22T14:55:00.000-05:002008-05-22T14:55:00.000-05:00I'm the same way with variegated yarn. I can't re...I'm the same way with variegated yarn. I can't resist buying it but I'm never happy with my results.<BR/>I love your squares! I was working on a giant granny square blanket and lost all motivation.AndreaLeahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15099087850475553332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-49230361870525130542008-05-22T12:33:00.000-05:002008-05-22T12:33:00.000-05:00OMG- I love the bumble bee hat too!OMG- I love the bumble bee hat too!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08524593912913005806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-87724486021492345262008-05-22T12:15:00.000-05:002008-05-22T12:15:00.000-05:00hate pools, love grannies.Your grannies are specta...hate pools, love grannies.<BR/><BR/>Your grannies are spectacular! Looks addicting...maybe I will teach myself...Betz Whitehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07462296992185760050noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-79563443914222976492008-05-22T11:36:00.000-05:002008-05-22T11:36:00.000-05:00Me no likely pooling either... though if it patter...Me no likely pooling either... though if it patterns in a spiral like manner I can handle it. Its so funny how particular we can all be! I've never had the itch to do granny squares, but I must admit that yours are drawing me closer, and closer. <BR/><BR/>Okay, so the ladybug and bee hat are just too cute. I'm waiting for someone to have twins, anyone.. .anyone?!Danihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00005085268920509822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35689847.post-81018283387303265302008-05-22T10:37:00.000-05:002008-05-22T10:37:00.000-05:00Your post title is "too cool" I confess I am a "gr...Your post title is "too cool" I confess I am a "granny dreamer" afraid to start, but would love to join you on your granny voyage. How great you set your goal in stone...inspires me to at least try the cleanse your palette idea. Thanks for your beautiful work and words. I am currently working on three of your hat patterns *heart* them.coffeechrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13473441409602366773noreply@blogger.com