- Nana K

SAVING AN HEIRLOOM

How Nana turned a tattered old blanket into a treasured heirloom

What is an heirloom?  The dictionary defines it as a valuable object that has been given by older members of a family to younger members of the same family over many years. Well, I think I created one.  Made by my sister for my daughter, then recreated by me and given to my granddaughter, this treasured quilt lives on!

A few years ago, my dear daughter had found a blanket her Auntie, my sister, had made for her when she was a baby.  She had dragged that blanket everywhere she went and when she outgrew it, I had stuffed it in an old cupboard for someday.  Not sure what someday meant but I  soon would!

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LEARN TO CROCHET – PART 12 Finishing

Your blocks are done!! And now it is time to put them all together and finish that gorgeous afghan you have been working very hard to create. This is the last of our twelve part series. To find links to all the posts, please see Part 1.

If you would like the entire series in one convenient PDF, you may purchase the e-book in my Etsy shop!

Today’s post is rather long as you will be learning two things.  How to block your squares and how to join your squares.  I have also included some links to borders should you decide to add a decorative edge to your afghan.

LET’S FINISH THIS MASTERPIECE!!

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- Nana K

Black Friday Birthday List

Today is my Birthday. It is also American Thanksgiving (Happy Thanksgiving to all my American friends!!). This means that the world will be celebrating Black Friday tomorrow! The biggest shopping day of the year!!

So, what do I want to put on my Black Friday birthday list?? Everything fabric and yarn related!! But I have narrowed things down to just a few…..

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- Nana K

How to Make a Baby Tag Blanket

Tag blankets have increased in popularity in the last decade. Find out why are they so popular and how easy they are to make in less than an hour using scraps of fabric and ribbon with the following tutorial.

Learn how to make a simple, economical tab blanket that would be perfect as a quick and easy gift for a newborn baby! And BABIES LOVE THEM!!

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- Nana K

10 OMG Gifts to Make for Kids

Your kids will say OMG when you make them a special gift this Christmas. From toys to tents, you are sure to find an awesome gift to make for your special kid (or kids) in Nana’s list of 10 gifts to make for kids.

A handmade gift comes from the heart and what better way to share your love with your special little one! Create an heirloom or a fun toy and watch their faces shine when they open their awesome gift!

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LEARN TO CROCHET PART 11 – How to Change Colors

If you are just joining us, this is Part 11 in our 12 part Learn to Crochet Series. To find out more on how to learn, please visit Part 1.

Each month, we have been learning how to crochet three different blocks.  After finishing this Part, you will have 30 different blocks in total that we will learn to stitch together in December to make a wonderful lap-sized afghan perfect for Christmas gift giving, although, you may be tempted to keep this for yourself to use for snuggling on the couch.

If you would like the entire series in one convenient PDF, you may purchase the e-book in my Etsy shop!

When I asked everyone if I should use 2 or 3 colors or stick to a monochromatic afghan, I had an ulterior motive!  If you are counting, I have crocheted 9 squares in each color.  I need 3 more squares.  Yes, I could make one more square of each color BUT….I would rather show you how to change colors in your work.  So lets get crocheting!!

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