Crochet Along

So I have been slow moving on this blanket. It is coming along though. I have decided to use Red Heart Dark Blue yarn (I had it laying around, may as well use it).
What did everybody else choose? Have you started?

Crochet Along Pattern Winner

Alright... You voted and you have won.

Number 4 wins.... Crochet One-Skein Lap Throw

Here is your shopping list:

• Crochet Hook 8mm/US L-11
• Yarn 835 yards (It calls for Red Heart Jumbo Super Savor)

You do not have to get Red Heart. Just make sure to get enough yarn 835 yards, and you will want to stick with the same weight. This is a worsted I believe #4 medium weight.

We will start Crocheting April 1st! So go grab your supplies and take some pics. Send them to me and I will share what colors everyone grabbed!
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Crochet Along Pattern Poll

Alright. I seem to have some interest in a Crochet Along, and I always strive to try everything at least once!

In order to get this going and give everyone time to go get supplies and such we need to start picking out our pattern. Most people I talk to that crochet or are just starting have never made a blanket before. I myself have only made 3 in my whole career. So I figure its a good place to start and beginner crocheters could still keep with us more advanced hookers (pardon the term).

I spent a good part of my day yesterday going through 49 pages of ravelry.com patterns to try and find a few to vote on. I tried to find something pretty simple, but not boring for us. Here is what I have come up with.

1. 

This is a lion brand project called the 5 1/2 hour Throw here is the link: Number One


2.
This one is another lion brand pattern called Speed Hook Shell Afghan here is the link: Number Two

3.
This is a Caron Pattern and is called Dublin Country Throw here is the link: Number Three


4.
This one is a Coats and Clark Pattern called Crochet One-Skein Lap Throw here is the link: Number Four

5.
This one is from Coats and Clark as well. It is called Crochet Heathers Throw here is the link: Number Five


To vote leave a comment with the number you are voting for. You only vote once... sorry. These are all beautiful blankets and will all be perfect Crochet Along projects!
Don't forget to vote! You have until March 11th, 2010 to vote for your favorite.

Crochet Along

Hey blog viewers!
Good morning! March is finally here! I put up a poll about possibly doing a Crochet Along. I wanted to explain what the heck a Crochet Along is before the poll expires.
The term Crochet Along can mean a variety of things. When I say Crochet Along I am talking about bringing together as many crocheters as I can and crocheting the same project at the same time. Usually it is a blanket, or garment. Something that takes a while to make. Everyone will take photos of their progress and I will post it on my blog. When we finally finish all photos I get of your finished project will be proudly displayed on my blog! They are really good if you are just starting (everyone is doing the same pattern) so if you get confused or stuck usually someone will be able to help you! Also great if you aren't good about getting those larger projects done.

Details about my idea of a Crochet Along:

• I will choose about 5 patterns and you will get to vote on which you would like to make.
• We will choose a starting date and start crocheting.
• Any photos I receive of your progress will be put up on my blog.
• I will post my progress and we will have check points to keep you on track.
• We will have a finishing date and I will post my finished item and yours if you send me photos!
  
• You will have a beautiful crocheted item in the end!

Feel free to browse the internet and see others Crochet Alongs. Also vote on whether or not this sounds like something you are interested in. Poll is in the right column!
Has anyone ever done a Crochet Along? How did it go?