Project: Ruby Rosanna Cot Blanket
I’ve just started a new crochet project – hurrah! I’m using my Rosanna crochet pattern to make a little cot blanket. The original block is worked all in one colour but, for this project, I’m working the petals in a lovely ruby red shade.
The yarn I’m using is Stylecraft Special Aran and I have to say, so far, I love it. Its 100% acrylic, so great for popping in the washing machine, and yet has a lovely soft feel. Its very easy to work with but I do wish there were a lot more colours to chose from! Despite the limited colour palette I can foresee lots more projects using this yarn – it’s just lovely and has a nice price tag too.
I’ve made a few blankets using this pattern and just love how squishy and tactile the flower is. I quite fancy making one in a dark, pewter grey with bright coloured flowers. The blocks work up nice and quickly with a 5.5mm (I) hook and aran weight yarn. You can also work the block in Worsted, Light Worsted or DK but the size will be a little different.
Project Details:
Pattern: Rosanna
Yarn: Stylecraft Special Aran in Cream and Lipstick
Hook: 5.5mm (I)
Ravelry Project: Ruby Rosanna Cot Blanket
Notes: To make the Rosanna Cot Blanket I’m making 30 blocks and joining them in 6 rows of 5 blocks.
Progress:
I’ve still a long way to go with this project so I’m ensconced on the sofa with Hubble, the cat, on my feet enjoying a bit of crochet, planning Christmas decoration patterns and recovering from my overenthusiastic jog in the pouring rain earlier. Hope you are enjoying some midweek crochet too.
Happy Hooking!
This is lovely!
I absolutely love the red and white.
Danette
Hi Danette,
Thank you! I love the colours too 🙂