Wednesday, 10 July 2013

Work in progress

Oh, look. It's me again. Lovely. I have to admit that this post was enforced because neither of my two previous posts were winter-related and I'm trying to sneak in one last project for Juliet's Matariki Crafting linky. Today is the final day to enter, in case you had forgotten and want to enter for the chance to win some prizes.

I tried really hard to finish this blanket. That's not to be confused with being a try-hard.  My shoulder got sore, and I had to stop, even though I wanted to continue working on it.  Does anyone else have this problem? I'd love to know what your tips are to keep sore joints at bay.

This travel blanket is very wintery.  Just look at all those snowflakes. I used a combination of acrylic and wool yarn and I am just debating whether to add a larger border around it. I think it needs it, but I also know that I need my shoulder more. What do you think?


I'm still not looking at all the tails that need to be woven in on the back.
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  1. BigLittle10 July 2013 at 13:19

    Gorgeous Leanne! xx

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  2. Michelle@factotum-of-arts.com10 July 2013 at 13:22

    I love it. Very cute and great colors. I want one to snuggle under :-)

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    1. Leanne M10 July 2013 at 20:12

      Look at you all dropping the 'u' in colour and everything - you are definitely American now! Thanks for the compliment.

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  3. Alicia10 July 2013 at 13:39

    I think it looks fine how it is. A border may detract from the snowflakes!

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    1. Leanne M10 July 2013 at 20:13

      I hadn't considered that, my shoulder also thanks you.

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  4. smilie10 July 2013 at 13:47

    no good with decisions like that but it looks very Christmas wintery. BTW thanks for the reminder re matariki crafting.

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    1. Leanne M10 July 2013 at 20:18

      I wasn't really going for a Christmas look, but I guess it does have that feel, doesn't it - oh well, it's a step up from Colin Firth's jersey in Bridget Jones's Diary - isn't it?

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  5. Leonie10 July 2013 at 20:38

    Love it - gorgeous pattern! Border mmmm, im thinking perhaps just a little extra sumthing? I know your shoulder wont like it, but ... Looks great :)

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    1. Leanne M11 July 2013 at 09:24

      I'll share the pattern with you once I've finished it, promise. Maybe I'll add a picot edging? Decisions.

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  6. Juliet @ Tartankiwi10 July 2013 at 23:58

    Ooh, its so pretty! Sorry if the close of my linky caused you added shoulder pain! I think it looks great without a border too.

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    1. Leanne M11 July 2013 at 09:26

      Definitely don't be sorry, it's been a fun linky.

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  7. Hootnz11 July 2013 at 09:15

    Its beautiful! and has a a midwinter christmas feeling to it! :)) I also get a sore shoulder, sore hand etc....haven't figured a remedy for it yet....such a pain...literally!! :)

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    1. Leanne M11 July 2013 at 09:36

      Thanks Laura, I think I am going to have to take bit of a break from crocheting, and I can think of at least one person in this house who will be overjoyed at the news!

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