Wednesday, 19 June 2013

Only 40 Squares Left - Wednesday Blanket Update

Feels like ages since the last post about my blanket progress. It is progressing, believe me :) Though I had days completely crochet-free, I then had to overtake them in order to face at least some "deadlines", you know, I put such for myself. Here are fresh photos of the summer blanket - I love it so far! Can't wait when I finish last 40 squares, join them into blocks and make a soft snug blankie!
 One more photo for the history, just kidding. I know people make much more beautiful and complicated crochet things, but feeling of something you make with your own hands, and okay, this something is useful and is looking good, is one of the best feelings in the world (after love of course). I am sure it'll look much more impressive once I make a suitable border. The intuition says me that I will make until the winter starts... again. Then I can continue/commence other projects, many of which unfortunately haven't found any manifestation yet.
Just a short note that we are safe here in the foot hills of Himalayas during these early monsoon rains. Thanks for showing your care, my dears! I hope that Ganga will stop its devastating floods in Uttarakhand state, and let people obtain sanctuary and security again.
Wishing you all be safe whenever you are! Hugs!
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45 comments:

  1. Deborah Hamilton19 June 2013 at 23:52

    Your blanket is coming along nicely. I like the way you have the squares arranged and the colors you used. It's very unique and pretty.

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    1. Hindustanka20 June 2013 at 10:07

      Thanks Deborah. I ma so pleased to get such feedback from you :)

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  2. greekwitch20 June 2013 at 00:27

    I did n't even know about the monsoon. Stay safe! Only 40 to go?? You are such a patient person!

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    1. Hindustanka20 June 2013 at 10:10

      Thanks you, Greek witch! Oh yea, patience is there.

      When are you going to welcome your magical baby??

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  3. JoJo20 June 2013 at 01:32

    The blanket is so beautiful. I am enjoying seeing it's progress! The colours are perfect too.

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    1. Hindustanka20 June 2013 at 10:11

      Thanks, Jojo! I also enjoy seeing it this way, as it keeps my patience with me, not letting to relax. Hehe

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  4. Annie Cholewa20 June 2013 at 02:16

    It's already looking beautiful ... to someone who can't crochet it's amazing :)

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  5. Charlotte20 June 2013 at 02:16

    Beautiful colors. Stay dry!

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    1. Hindustanka20 June 2013 at 10:12

      Yup, we are fine, it was a rain-free day yesterday. Lets' see what happens today.
      Thanks, Charlotte!

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  6. linda20 June 2013 at 03:03

    Your blanket is coming along nicely it's going to be beautiful when it's finished. :)

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    1. Hindustanka20 June 2013 at 10:13

      Thanks, Linda! These progress posts are more for myself of course, as to see where I am now and inspire :)

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  7. Ali20 June 2013 at 03:25

    Looking great - Love the colours....keep going and dreaming of the finished warm and cuddly blanket.
    Ali x

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    1. Hindustanka20 June 2013 at 10:13

      I dream about every day... but a good thing that I am the one who can make this dream come true :) Thanks!

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  8. hooksandyarns20 June 2013 at 03:49

    Your blanket is coming along nicely - and I'm glad to hear that you are safe. :)

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    1. Hindustanka20 June 2013 at 10:16

      Thanks, Debi. We were one of the safest places during those rains, touch wood.
      Glad you liked the colors.

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  9. Privet and Holly20 June 2013 at 04:40

    Beautiful crocheting. It's going
    to be very cozy when you have
    finished it!

    Glad to hear that you are safe
    and sound from the rains. I'm
    off to read your last post...

    xo Suzanne

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    1. Hindustanka20 June 2013 at 10:15

      Thanks, Suzanne! This is the reason I actually started making it - to create a more cozy room.
      Yes, we are safe!

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  10. Debra She Who Seeks20 June 2013 at 05:30

    Your blanket will be so beautiful when it's done!

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  11. Mrs. Micawber20 June 2013 at 05:59

    It's so pretty - I look forward to seeing what border you choose to make! Enjoy your time away.

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    1. Hindustanka20 June 2013 at 10:18

      I am enjoying, thanks :) Well... I am a little scared of border part as everyone says "this is what makes a final touch" and " it is so important to choose the border border".. :)

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  12. Preeti20 June 2013 at 13:50

    Cool :) Hats off to your patience for this big project despite working full time!! Keep it up !!
    Eager to see your secret border plan ;)

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    1. Hindustanka20 June 2013 at 16:03

      Thanks, Preeti! hats off to you for having so much patience with 2.75 mm hook and thin thread ;)
      Haha, that border discussion has been carried throughout the process - let's see.

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  13. Unknown20 June 2013 at 15:55

    This is going to be one big gorgeous blanket! Good luck! :)

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  14. Rajeswari20 June 2013 at 19:28

    Looking very promising and like a blanket of love - of course you pour your heart into every stitch you hook and that is the most magical part. It is magic only you and your hook can do together, be proud and waiting for the border reveal!!

    Stay safe also, hearing lots of bad reports on the net. My hubby had been to Haridwar just this Monday and i feel we are very lucky to have him back safely :)

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    1. Hindustanka21 June 2013 at 12:04

      You were lucky, guys! Those pictures of destructed roads are so horrible to look at! poor people :(

      Thanks, I know that you also made two big blankets recently, a patient girl:)

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  15. Jackie20 June 2013 at 23:25

    Oh That is going to be wonderful to snuggle with in the winter! It is 112* most days here in the desert, and it is not summer yet, well, one more day and it will be! Loved the gothic church in the last post, and congratulations on 3 years!! I would love to read the story of how you met, I hope you write it someday!

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    1. Hindustanka21 June 2013 at 12:05

      Thanks, Jackie!
      Oh, it is so too hot! Here It became humid again, so probably the rains will come soon too.
      Thank you for your congrats! :) I have this story written, will give a link in my tabs.

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  16. Rhissanna21 June 2013 at 11:46

    Oh, it does look pretty spread out and you have a real talent for colour!40 squares? You can do it!

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    1. Hindustanka21 June 2013 at 12:06

      I can do it certainly! :) Thanks for support too, Rhissanna!

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  17. Gillian Roe21 June 2013 at 17:36

    It's beautiful and it's going to be such a great blanket. The colour are really vivid. x

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    1. Hindustanka22 June 2013 at 13:17

      I also like how the colors look together finally:) Thanks!

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  18. Insomniac's Attic21 June 2013 at 22:02

    You really have a good eye for colour - never in a million years would I have thought to combine such a range of colours together but it looks fantastic! I can hardly wait to see your finished project! :)

    Glad to hear you are safe from the flooding, Hindustanka. We are in a state of emergency today, too. I guess it's raining and flooding all over the world! :o(

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    1. Hindustanka22 June 2013 at 13:21

      Thank you, Insomniac! :) I know your color palette selection is quite different, but I also do like purple and black colors.

      Yes, it seems so, as I got info that Europe, particularly Germany was flooded too. What is going on? Here the latest land slide and the rains brought a lot of destruction to people's life.
      Stay safe!

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  19. Meredith22 June 2013 at 03:50

    Wow the blanket is looking amazing. It is a very big project but you can make it to the finish.
    hugs,
    Meredith

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    1. Hindustanka22 June 2013 at 13:21

      Thanks for encouragement! I also think it is very much possible :)

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  20. Maggie22 June 2013 at 13:01

    I love the colours you've chosen for your summer blanket. It will be so beautiful when it is completed. Maggie xx

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    1. Hindustanka22 June 2013 at 13:22

      Thanks, Maggie! I really did have to choose them, as I didn't know which ones to choose, so I made a color palette and was matching colors together - here is the result.

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  21. Yesteryear Embroideries22 June 2013 at 23:44

    Just 40? you will have those done in no time! Cant wait to see!

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  22. Magic Love Crow23 June 2013 at 01:50

    Your blanket is turning out amazing! Wow! You should be very proud of yourself! A lot of work in this blanket! I'm happy you are safe from the rains ;o) Hugs ;o)

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  23. Carola Bartz23 June 2013 at 05:39

    The blanket will be so beautiful when it is finished. Lovely colors.
    I have heard about the floods in India and Nepal, and it is good that you are safe. A friend of mine is in Nepal right now, but she is okay as well.

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  24. ...:M e d h a:...23 June 2013 at 06:12

    Awesome progress...it looks pretty large already. What's the size you are aiming for? Glad you're all ok, I've been away the past week so only got to know about the events at Uttarakhand today...furious at the apathy shown by the govt!

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  25. Unknown10 July 2013 at 21:50

    This blanket looks amazing!

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