Well, the Big Bad Baby Blanket is finished. I finished it two Sundays ago during my Spring Break. I'm really happy with the result. The pattern was simple and easy to memorize. Something that I needed at this time. I love simple, mindless knitting. You know, the knitting you just lose yourself in. Recently, work has taken over my life. I'm up to 31 students now. My class size is a little overwhelming, but thank God there are only 48 days to go. The simple stockinette stitch of this blanket got me through the last two weeks before my vacation. I was kind of sad to see myself finish it. If you need a simple baby blanket pattern, this is it. My favorite thing about the project was the yarn. I used the yarn called for in the pattern, Koigu. I used 8 balls in all. I love the way the color changes, especially in the speckled skeins. I plan on casting on another blanket for another coworker who's expecting in June.
Big Bad Baby Blanket
When I started the blanket, I used my Knitpicks Options Circular Knitting Needles. By the 20th row, the metal piece at the end of my 32" cord separated. I pushed the cord back in, but it wouldn't stay in. So, I decided to give my new Addi Click Needles a try. I received them for Valentine's Day, but up until now I didn't have a project to use them with. From the moment I started using them, I came to one conclusion. I love, love, love these needles. Currently, the set comes with one 24", 32" and 40" cord. I'm a little upset that Skacel doesn't sell the cords seperately. Hopefully, they'll begin selling them soon and in more sizes.
Big Bad Baby Blanket Nicely Folded
Big Bad Baby Blanket Folded Lengthwise
Pattern: Big Bad Baby Blanket by Lisa Shobhana Mason (From Stitch 'N Bitch by Debbie Stoller)
Yarn: Koigu Painter's Palette Premium Merino in shade 704 (yarn held double) 8 balls
Needles: Addi Click Needles US 9 32" cord
Started: March 20, 2009
Finished April 12, 2009
Happy Knitting!
Such a beautiful baby blanket! (luv the project name Haha)
You did a wonderful job on it down to the neat wrapping!! :)
Posted by: Stacey _CrimsonPurl | April 20, 2009 at 10:44 PM
Dear Ron -- your blanket is BEAUTIFUL. Your patience is tremendous and you did a wonderful job. Love, Mom
Posted by: Mom | April 22, 2009 at 07:22 AM
Gorgeous blanket! It makes me want to knit one too.
Posted by: Courtney | April 22, 2009 at 06:02 PM
Love the yarn that you picked. The colors are great. Oh and by the way hang in there and I hope you have fun on your vacation. You will have to let us know what you decide to do.
Posted by: auto glass arizona | May 06, 2009 at 12:27 AM
This is really pretty! I'm trying to get back into knitting and seeing a blanket is encouraging me to finish the baby blanket I started for charity - there are a few mistakes but I'm stickin' through it.
Posted by: MC | May 06, 2009 at 11:35 AM
The presentation is as lovely as the blanket! Gorgeous yarn and gorgeous gift.
Posted by: French Connection (Ravelry) | May 07, 2009 at 07:04 PM
Beautiful blanket and I love the presentation.
Posted by: monika | May 10, 2009 at 03:10 AM
That is just so pretty. I think I've come by every day to look at the picture where the blanket's folded.
Posted by: Jen | May 15, 2009 at 01:19 PM
It's beautiful! The baby's going to be so warm. And the memory of it when he/she's older, may well start them knitting too!
Keep your calendar open for August 14-15; the Knit-A-Que is coming,
Posted by: sahara | May 26, 2009 at 01:07 PM
It looks great! Bravo! I'm hoping to start one myself soon if I can figure out the cast on.
Posted by: Miguel | June 14, 2009 at 12:58 PM
what a lovely presentation!
Posted by: shobhana | June 22, 2009 at 02:29 PM
This is beautiful!
Posted by: Rima Aranha | July 09, 2009 at 12:29 AM