Orla Kiely granny square blanket

After making a silly mistake I had to frog about 12 rows, but I'm back on track now and loving the new colours combination I've picked up. Its so lovely and very autumnal, I think I'll make this for my brother and sister in law to keep them warm this winter. But must make another for myself!

Its all Stylecraft Special DK using a standard granny square, two rows of each colour but I might change this as it grows.

Friday night catch up with my blanket

Sunday morning quick crochet fix

Comments

Susanne Tyree said…

I agree on the color choices Amanda. I'm sure your family members will be so happy to receive such a pretty blanket.

24 October 2017 at 10:04

mamasmercantile said…

Love the colour combination. Such a lovely gift filled with love.

24 October 2017 at 11:46

Dazie said…

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25 October 2017 at 05:24

Dazie said…

Love this! I'm a big fan of orla Kiely this colour combo is gorgeous!

(Second attempt at posting lol)

25 October 2017 at 05:27

Anne McDonagh said…

Would you have a list of colours please it is gorgeous

21 April 2020 at 07:37

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