Welcome back, dear readers! After a short break from posting my weekly progress, I'm back with an update on my colourful crochet blanket. I wasn't able to share last week's progress, so I've decided to combine the progress from the last two weeks into one post. The blanket has continued to grow steadily, and I've added some beautiful new colours to the ripple design.
Nine More Stripes Completed
Over the last two weeks, I managed to complete nine more stripes. With each stripe consisting of two rows, the blanket has continued to grow quite noticeably.
I'm enjoying the process of working on this large project a little at a time. Even though it is going to take quite some time to complete, seeing the blanket grow week after week makes the effort worthwhile.
Adding Black, Grey, Yellow and Beige
This time, I introduced several new colours into the blanket—black, two shades of grey, yellow, and beige.
The black adds a bold contrast to the bright blue that runs throughout the blanket. The two shades of grey bring some depth and balance to the brighter colours, while the yellow adds a cheerful pop of colour. I also added beige, which provides a soft, neutral shade among the more vibrant stripes.
I particularly like how the bright blue continues to appear between the different colours. Since I have plenty of this shade in my stash, using it repeatedly helps connect all the different colour combinations and gives the blanket a more unified appearance.
Watching the Blanket Grow
It's amazing to look back at the earlier photographs and compare them with the blanket now. What started as a collection of 4-ply acrylic yarn from my stash is gradually turning into a colourful and textured ripple blanket.
With nine more stripes completed, I'm one step closer to finishing this long-term project. There are still plenty of rows ahead, and I'm looking forward to seeing how all these colours come together as the blanket gets bigger.
Large crochet projects require patience, but I'm enjoying every part of the journey—one stripe, two rows, and one ripple at a time. 💙🖤💛
Thank you for continuing to follow my crochet blanket journey. I'll be back with another update as the blanket continues to grow!