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Crochet, Crochet Hexagon Blanket, Projects

Crochet Hexagon Blanket is Finished!


Since its inception on November 15, 2011, I knew this crocheted hexagon blanket was going to be breath-taking.  With over 17 different colors combinations in a wonderful yarn, how could it not be?  I knew this would be a one-of-a-kind crocheted afghan.

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As I was recently reminded, I said in one of my posts that, and I quote, “I don’t crochet afghans”.  But with two crocheted afghans under my belt (this hexy one and another hexagon baby blanket), I’m starting to be converted to the world of crocheted afghans.

Afghans are different than crocheting hats.  In a way, they’re therapeutic.  Especially afghans made from motifs.  Completing a large project is more satisfying.  Watching something grow piece-by-piece is exciting.  It’s all about the thrill and there’s nothing like a crocheter’s high.  Wait, or is it a runner’s high?  Whatever – crocheting and running are the same as far as I’m concerned.  (But don’t listen to me – clearly I’m no runner.)

Well, hexy is finished and I am so very proud of her.  I mailed her off a few weeks ago to live at her new home.  Thought saying goodbye was bittersweet, I’m overjoyed knowing she’ll be sharing her rainbow of joy with others for years to come.

I wish you all could see the beauty of this blanket in person, but these pictures will have to do.

 


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The Calm Before the Storm: Hexy Part IV

I am 10 hexagons away from finishing Hexy.  Yes, you read correctly ten.  T-E-N.  Ten.  That means I’ve crocheted 149 hexagons – crazy!   It seemed like a few months ago that we began this journey together, hexy and me. I guess it has been 5 months.  It’s bittersweet as I start crocheting the eleventh and final row of Hexy.  Now is not the time to get sentimental, though (that will be the next post.) For now, let’s focus on the progress.

Hooray for crocheting!  Hooray for hexagons blankets!

Here’s hexy’s progress so far:

*Caution, it’s an overload of crocheted hexagons below*

Crochet Hexagon Blanket

Crochet Hexagon Blanket

Crochet Hexagon Afghan

Crochet Hexagon Afghan

Crochet Hexagon Blanket

Crochet Hexagon Afghan

After the 10 final hexagons are crocheted, I will be putting on a scalloped border to finish.  I can’t wait until it all comes together.  Only a few more weeks…

Let me know what you think about hexy’s close-to-completed state in the comments!

Crochet, Crochet Hexagon Blanket, Projects

Hexy’s Coming Out Party: Project Eve

Every spring, my college holds a womens-only art exhibition titled “Project Eve”.  Submissions range from photography and painted mirrors, to pottery and new this year… crocheted blankets!  Though a few hexagons away from being completed, hexy is almost finished so I decided to submit her.  She’s one of the prettiest things I’ve ever crocheted.

Hexagon Crochet Blanket at Project Eve

I was a little nervous about hexy’s first appearance in society, but I felt confident she was ready.  She’s been such a good little crocheted blanket that she deserved her moment in the spotlight.  Titled, “The Colors of Spring” (a last-minute decisions when I was told I needed to title my work), I couldn’t have been prouder of hexy’s performance.  She was brilliant!  The critics (read: my friends) agreed and gave it rave reviews:

“This blanket is stunning. The colors turn a traditional concept into a whimsical and fun piece that stood out as one of the highlights of the show!” – Hannah M.

“Jayna Grassel strikes again.  This piece can only be described in one word.  FREEDOM.” – Dave C.

“This afghan is perfectly titled as it contains every color that reminds me of the delights that come with springtime.” – Jane R.

“This blanket rocks. It’s probably the softest ever. Also the color palette is phenomenal. NBD.” – Laura B.

“I feel like this afghan represents a lot of different types of people.  It appeals to both indie and girly tastes.  I love it!” – Morgan O.

“This blanket holds a diverse array of colors.  Most of it’s a lot of circular shapes.” – Phil V.

It was my first (and I guess my last) time participating in Project Eve, but as a soon-to-be-graduating-senior, I’m glad I did.  Hexy’s coming out party this past week inspired me to finish this little girl.  I’ll be putting the final touches of 29 more hexagons on her and then edging her colorful hexagons with a beautiful scalloped crocheted border.

Crochet Hexagon Blanket

Crocheted Hexagon Blanket

Crochet Hexagon Blanket

To read about the beginning of this ongoing crocheted hexagon blanket project, check out hexy’s first post.

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Crochet Hexagon Blanket – Part III

This wintery weather compels me to crochet.  With Inches of snow and promises of ice, there’s nothing to do but pop in a movie and stitch.  I’ve been working on this crocheted hexagon afghan for a few months now – starting back in November if you remember.  Tonight, after watching The Holiday with my roommates,  I completed Row 7 of 11.  Yay!  This means I’ve made a total of 102 hexagons.  Only 57 more to go!

Hexagon Blanket
The Master Layout ^^
Hexagon Blanket

Hexagon Blanket

Hexagon Blanket

What do you think of the growing hexagon afghan?  Each time I make a new hex, I find the color combo more lovely than those from rows before.  That’s how it always is, right – you like whatever you make last.

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Crochet Hexagon Blanket – Part I

My blog is a bit drab, don’t you think?  It’s missing pictures of mesmerizing crocheted hats, dazzling yarns, and lavish crochet projects.

I apologize, but offer a remedy: snapshots of my newest project:  a crocheted Hexagon afghan.  This hexagon afghan is a custom order for a wonderful customer that I’ll be tracking through its inception. (speaking of Inception, good movie).

Hexagon Blanket Yarn

Project Deets: Inspired by the Crochet Hexagon Blanket on Attic 24‘s Blog

Yarn: Rowan Handknit Cotton

Hook: Crochet hook size E (3.5mm)

Completed Hexs as of 11-15-2010: 38 of 159

First Few Hexagons of the Crochet Hexagon Blanket

Top Right of Crochet Hexagon Blanket

Progress as of 11-15-10

It’s been incredible watching the afghan grow as I add each crocheted hexagon.  And with Attic 24’s Crochet Hexagon How-To, it’s been a breeze.  I especially appreciate her join-as-you-go technique to connect each hexagon as it’s made.  Would it be helpful if I did a video tutorial of how to crochet one of the hexagons?  Hmm… possibly in the works…