April 28, 2011

Olive Scarf.

Olive scarf complete.  I'm mostly happy with this, being my first crochet project.  I did make quite a few errors to start with, and I was halfway through before I noticed, so just hoping that they blend in with overall effect when I give it to the recipient. 

It's so light and squishy and perfectly soft.  I want to keep it badly, so I'm making another.  This one's off to keep another neck warm.


Thanks Kate (where I originally spotted this lovely scarf) for your encouragement and advice,  it was very helpful and my first go at blocking worked out perfectly.  I recommend this scarf for a beginner, it's easy, repetitive and has been a nice way to start out. I also found this book outstanding and easy to follow. 

Scarf details at Ravelry here.

More creative spaces at Kirsty's of course!
Posted by gret at 6:50 AM
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9 comments:

  1. One Flew OverApril 28, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    It looks fantastic Gret!

    Good on you for sticking with it, looking forward to seeing lots more hookery here x

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  2. Fiona @ Brave New VintageApril 28, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    That is a beautiful scarf Gretel. You have encouraged me greatly as I too saw this on Kate's blog and now have the pattern. I have to laugh because the book you refer to is on my wishlist at present! hahaha- it's a 'great minds' moment. As you know, love love love the green. Yes, I think I will have to do a green one too (once I get all my knitting done!). BTW, I blocked my first hand made garment the other day too! Crafting is truly liberating no? xxx Fi

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  3. CatApril 28, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    You've done a fantastic job on your first crochet project. I love the colour of your yarn and such a nice gift to get. Enjoy crocheting more fun projects.

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  4. CarolineApril 28, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    Sooo lovely! Very impressive for your first crochet project. And you've photographed it beautifully too.

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  5. FaeryfayApril 28, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Oooooh, that scarf is so pretty! Love it!

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  6. YanaApril 28, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    i heard about you taking up the hook and i have to say great job for your first item :) it looks lovely and im sure the recipient will love it! (p.s. looking forward to catching up this saturday night) :)

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  7. belinda marshallApril 28, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    just popped in from kirsty's.
    it looks really great. am thinking of crocheting a scarf very soon!!

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  8. LizeylouApril 28, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    This scarf is gorgeous and I love the colour. I cant believe it is your first attempt - you are one clever lady!!

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  9. TaniaMay 1, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    I knew it was going to be gorgeous! And I find if you just keep moving mistakes go entirely unnoticed...

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