I'm learning a few new stitches along the way. Thank goodness for YouTube! I also stumbled across a lovely Russian Pattern on Pinterest, which took me a while to decipher, as I'm not great at reading Russian or charts, but I think I cracked it. I've no photo of it yet but I'll upload on shortly.
1. The Ripple Blanket
It took me a few goes to get this blanket started. I had lots of bumpy bits, so after seeking advice on Ravelry I used a bigger hook to make the starting chain and this worked really well.
This is a free pattern from Ravelry.
I finished off the blanket with a border using a free tutorial from Yo Girl Yo, which I think looks great!
2. Mini Car Seat Granny Blanket
This one is still in progess but is getting there. Again a free pattern from Ravelry. I'm so plreased with the colours in this one. The picture doesn't really do the colours justice, I must take one in the daylight.
3. Baby Turban
Found this cute little pattern on Pinterest and really enjoyed crocheting it. There are a few mistakes but you can't see them unless you know where they are!! ;)
4. Star Hot Pad
I found this pattern on Ravelry and quite liked the look of it. It was quite straightforward once I checked out a how to video on You Tube. The star stitch was relatively tricky but I think I mastered it well enough to finish the coaster.
