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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited January 2009

    Madison - I'm still in awe that you were able to complete to afhans over the weekend - you are a speed demon and they are beautiful. I know that the recipients will love them!!  I love this project!!!

    Hugs to everyone involved in this very special project!

    Doreen 

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited January 2009

    Wow... just beautiful. Thanks so much for keeping this going. I know it's alot of work and time consuming. I'm happy to be a part of this. I love making people feel special and loved... especially in light of Deb's passing. It just reinforces our efforts. There I go again...tears...

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  • wackyjackie
    wackyjackie Member Posts: 669
    edited January 2009

    Thanks, MB for bordering them.  I appreciate your hard work.  Hugs to all,

    Jackie

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  • abinneb
    abinneb Member Posts: 550
    edited January 2009

    Morning All!

    I love doing the squares - I carry my crochet everywhere and I'm always surprised at how much I can get done just waiting at the doc office, in line, when I'm a passenger in the car.  My only problem is I get bored with my patterns and am always searching through my tons of patterns for something new!  And I hate weaving in ends - so for me that is an act of love and I offer up prayers while I'm doing it!    

    You are all so amazing!

    Amy

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  • jenni__ca
    jenni__ca Member Posts: 461
    edited January 2009

    oh me too !!! hate doing the tails and worse i always throw them in a big box after i make the squares then have to do dozens of tails .... Tongue out

    speaking of patterns that lavender one in the last row of the second hugaghan looks very lovely  ! of course they all are wonderful and the finished product is an heirloom ...

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  • abinneb
    abinneb Member Posts: 550
    edited January 2009

    LOL!!  I was looking at the exact same one!!!   Its really pretty !   I have a kind of off-set shell one I'm doing that's pretty. 

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  • Madison
    Madison Member Posts: 1,819
    edited January 2009

    The lavender one, I believe, is either the shell stitch or flying V pattern.   I have also included other pattern

     Another interesting pattern would be to do double crochet, but instead of going through the front and back loop you only go through the back loop.   This makes a very pretty square and makes up fast.

    Finished size: 7" by 9"
    .Hook: Size G crochet hook or size necessary to obtain gauge


    SHELL STITCH
    Chain 31 for the foundation chain. (This stitch requires multiples of 6 chains plus 1.)
    Row 1: Work 3 double crochets in the 4th chain from the hook. *Skip 2 chains. Single crochet in the next chain. Skip 2 chains, then work 5 double crochets in the next chain.* (You've created your first shell.) Repeat the sequence of stitches between the asterisks (*) across the row, ending with skipping 2 chains and 1 single crochet in the last chain. Chain 3 and turn your work.
    Row 2: Work 3 double crochets in the 1st single crochet. *Work 1 single crochet in the center double crochet of the next shell, work 1 shell of 5 double crochets in the next single crochet.* Repeat the sequence of stitches between the asterisks (*). End with 1 single crochet on top of the turning chain. Chain 3 and turn your work.
    Repeat Row 2 until piece measures 9".
    Fasten off.

    FLYING "V's"
    Chain 33 for the foundation chain.
    Row 1: Double crochet, chain 2 and single crochet in the 4th chain from the hook. *Skip 2 chains, then work 2 double crochets, chain 2 and single crochet in the next chain.* Repeat the sequence between the asterisks across the row, ending with 1 double crochet in the last chain. Chain 2 and turn.
    Row 2: Work 2 double crochets, chain 2 and then work 1 single crochet stitch in the first chain 2 space of the previous row and in each chain 2 space across the row, ending with 1 double crochet in the last chain. Chain 2 and turn. Repeat Row 2 until piece measures 9".
    Fasten off.

    LITTLE SCALLOPS
    Chain 33 for the foundation chain.
    Row 1: Skip 2 chains, and double crochet into next chain. *Skip 2 chains and work 1 single crochet and 2 double crochets into the next chain.* Repeat the sequence of stitches between the asterisks until the last 3 chains. Skip 2 chains and single crochet into the last chain. Chain 1 and turn.
    Row 2: Work 2 double crochets into the first stitch. *Skip 2 double crochets, then work a single crochet and 2 double crochets into the next single crochet.* Repeat the sequence between the asterisks until the last 3 stitches. Skip 2 double crochets and single crochet into the top of the turning chain. Chain 1 and turn.
    Repeat Row 2 until piece measures 9".
    Fasten off.

    ALTERNATING HALF DOUBLE CROCHETS
    Chain 31 for the foundation chain.
    Row 1: Half double crochet into the 3rd chain from the hook, and into each chain across the row. Chain 2 and turn.
    Row 2: Skip 1 stitch. *Work 1 half double in the back loop of the next stitch and 1 half double in the front loop of the next stitch.* Repeat the sequence between the asterisks, ending with 1 half double worked into the top of the turning chain. Chain 2 and turn. Repeat Row 2 until piece measures 9".
    Fasten off.

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  • dlrcpa
    dlrcpa Member Posts: 134
    edited January 2009

    Very pretty, Madison. The red heart ones remind me that Valentine's day is coming soon!!!!!

    I am looking forward to Puppy Bowl V on Animal Planet this weekend. This will be the 3rd one I spent knitting afghan squares with the puppies while hubby watches the football game in the basement.

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited February 2009

    I  really need to try some of these fancy square patterns!

    But... in the meantime... I have some more squares... who needs them?

    Also... this is awsome... this project has many "wings". My dear friend...who happens to be 81 yrs old - lost her hubby last year. She is quite sad and lonely. I have offered to go to her house one day a week and she and I will crochet squares and "talk" and have lunch together. She is so happy about this. And so am I... she is SOOOOOOOOOOOO wise and I love to learn from her. And I truly love her - so be prepared...lol we'll be creating lots of squares.

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  • Fllorik
    Fllorik Member Posts: 1,351
    edited February 2009

    Laura- that sounds beautiful! You will both benefit from the afternoon together!

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  • purplemb
    purplemb Member Posts: 1,542
    edited February 2009

    hehehe...ohhhh I see a furry one..I do get a few squares done too while bordering... well super bowl is on soon and lots of squares to be done tonight..

    hugs to all

    MB

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  • lizws
    lizws Member Posts: 1,892
    edited February 2009

    Laura..... you an send them to me. 

     So good to see everyone.  Hi Amy, nice to meet you.

    Madison.. all I can say is HUH?  LOL

    Hugs

    Liz

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  • abinneb
    abinneb Member Posts: 550
    edited February 2009

    Hi Liz - so nice to meet everyone here.  I will have another box done soon - who wants dibs on it!!  LOL!!  Let me know here or send me a PM!

    Amy

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  • lizws
    lizws Member Posts: 1,892
    edited February 2009

    Amy...... I would love a box from you.  I will send you my info via PM.

    Hugs

    Liz

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  • Madison
    Madison Member Posts: 1,819
    edited February 2009

    Amy, your squares are wonderful.   I have been bordering them to use in the next hugaghan.  Thank you so much for joining this project.

     Laura, I also received your awesome squares.   Thank you.

    Please send the new squares to Liz.   I know she will love the colors and patterns of these squares.

    Hugs,

    Madison 

      

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited February 2009

    I was overwhelmed with the package I received the day of my implant surgery last Friday. A hugaghan was just what I needed. What an amazing, caring group of women! I feel surrounded by comfort in a way that is indescribable. Thank you so very much!

    Judie

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  • Madison
    Madison Member Posts: 1,819
    edited February 2009

    Judie,

    I am so happy the afghan is now with you.   Please wrap yourself in our hugs.

    Sending bunches of hugs your way,

    Madison 

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited February 2009

    Here's my cat Agnes and I sharing your hugs...

     

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  • Madison
    Madison Member Posts: 1,819
    edited February 2009

    The picture is wonderful.  Thank you for sharing with us.

    Your cat looks like a tortoise shell breed.   My veterinary daughter has two tortie cats.  She loves her torties.

    You have a beautiful smile.

    Hugs to you,

    Madison

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited February 2009

    Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww...nice photo! The afghan looks great on you! Your cat is a cutie! Best wishes to you and Agnes.

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited February 2009

    Hi Judie,

    Thank you for posting here....

    Ladies, that smile goes all the way through this lady!!!! She is one of a kind and a beautiful person...

    thank you all for making her smile and feel loved with all of your hugs!!!!!

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  • Boo46
    Boo46 Member Posts: 539
    edited February 2009

    Judie,

    So happy you recieved your hugs. Seeing your beautiful smile is proof of just how wonderful this project is.

    Sue

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  • wackyjackie
    wackyjackie Member Posts: 669
    edited February 2009

    Judie,

    Great picture.  You look beautiful and very comfy.  Enjoy. 

    Hugs, Jackie

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  • purplemb
    purplemb Member Posts: 1,542
    edited February 2009

    Judie what a great smile, enjoy the love. ..

    Boo thanks got a box today.. jenni sent some and jackies are all done, gonna fill the box..

    MB

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  • lizws
    lizws Member Posts: 1,892
    edited February 2009

    Judie...... so glad you got your box of hugs.  Your picture is wonderful.  Beautiful cat!

    Boo... got your box yesterday.  Thanks bunches! 

    I should be able to start on an afghan this weekend. 

    Thanks everyone!

    Hugs

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  • Odalys
    Odalys Member Posts: 2,103
    edited February 2009

    Such beautiful afghans!!!  Thanks ladies for doing such an awesome job and spreading so much love.  Just picked up some knitting supplies and will try to make some squares.  I learned to knit when I was a child but hope to remember so I can contribute squares to this awesome project.  

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited February 2009

    Hi Girls -

    Liz - per Madison in an earlier post... suggested I send my next batch to you - but that was last week - didn't get around to it had the flu... I can mail them out tomorrow ... just wanted to make sure that was still the case. I have 18 total... I could divide them or still send all of them to you. Just lemme know!

    Thanks to all of you... it's great to make a difference in the life of someone who is going through a difficult time!

    Odalys - It's like riding a bike - lol

    Be well!

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  • Odalys
    Odalys Member Posts: 2,103
    edited February 2009

    Laura - you are right and it's so much fun!!!  I am almost done with my first square.  Love, love, love it! 

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited February 2009

    Odalys - Ooooooooooooooohh.... one down... Good job!

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  • lizws
    lizws Member Posts: 1,892
    edited February 2009

    Laura.... not sure where Madison stands on squares.  I think we're about even right now.  Send them to whomever postage is cheaper.  How's that for an answer?  LOL

    OD... can't wait to get some of your squares. 

    Thanks again for everyone's continued help.

    Hugs

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