Grandma Duck Designs: 2020

Saturday, December 26, 2020

Baby Bear Washcloth

One of the things I love to give to new moms is a set of baby washcloths. I searched for a fun shaped washcloth but didn't find what I wanted so I decided to play around and see if I could create something fun. This is just what I had in mind! The variety of stitches creates a fun texture and the addition of the ears turns a drab washcloth into something fun!

Be sure to read all the way to the bottom of the post for several variations. I've included a variation that uses all double crochet if you want to skip the herringbone stitches.

If you are interested in square baby washcloths check out Tub Time Trio 2 and Tub Time Trio.

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Yarn:

18 - 21 yards of I Love This Cotton or any weight 4 Cotton Yarn

Hook: H

Abbreviations:

ch = chain

sl-st = slip stitch

dc = double crochet

her-dc = herringbone double crochet

hhdc = herringbone half double crochet

sts = stitches

tr = triple crochet

blo = back loop only

Note: Chain stitches do not count as a stitch.

Basic One Color Bear Washcloth Pattern:

R1: ch four, sl-st to join, ch 2, 13 dc into circle, sl-st to join. (Or use a magic circle to start.) (13 stitches)

R2: ch 3, 2 her-dc in each stitch, sl-st to join (26 stitches)

R3: ch 2, 2 dc in stitch, 1 dc in next [2dc in next, 1 dc in next] repeat around. Sl st to join (39 stitches)

R4: ch 2, 2hhdc, 1 hhdc in next 2 [2 hhdc in next, 1 hhdc in next 2] repeat around, sl-st to join (52 stitches)

R5: ch 1, sk 2 sts, 9 tr in next, sk 2 sts, sl-st in next 6, sk 2 sts, 9 tr in next, sk 2 sts, sl-st around.

Variation: Outline

Follow the instructions above for R1, R2, R3, R4. Switch to Outline color for R5.

Variation: Blue

R1, R4, R5 in color 1 (blue)

R2, R3 in color 2 (tan)

Variation: Double Crochet Pink 1

Color 1 R1, R5 (pink)

Color 2 R2, R3, R4 (tan)

R1: Ch four, sl-st to join, ch 2, 13 dc into circle, sl-st to join. (Or use magic circle to start.) (13 stitches)

R2: ch 3, 2 dc blo in each stitch, sl-st to join (26 stitches)

R3: ch 2, 2 dc in stitch, 1 dc in next [2dc in next, 1 dc in next] repeat around. Sl st to join (39 stitches)

R4: ch 2, 2dc, 1 dc in next 2 [2 dc in next, 1 dc in next 2] repeat around, sl-st to join (52 stitches)

R5: ch 1, sk 2 sts, 9 tr in next, sk 2 sts, sl-st in next 6, sk 2 sts, 9 tr in next, sk 2 sts, sl-st around.

Variation Double Crochet Pink Outline 2:

Follow the pink variation above with the following changes. R1-R5 in tan. R2 regular dc not blo

R6: sl-st outline around in pink

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Monday, October 19, 2020

Grape Lemonade Baby Blanket

This fun baby blanket has it all! It is beautifully textured, uses soft yarn, and is easy to make. Oh, and did I mention that it is also quick? This blanket was completed in about 8-10 hours!

I have again used one of my all-time favorite stitches, Lemon Peel. If you love the lemon peel stitch as much as I do, check out the Lumpy Lemonade Dishcloth or the Northern Lights Winter Scarf.

Ravelry and Pinterest links coming soon.

Supplies:
Bernat Baby Blanket main color: approximately 430 yards (six 3.5 oz skeins)

Bernat Baby Blanket Yarn, stripe and border: approximately 100-120 yards
12mm hook
Yarn Needle
Scissors

Stitch Markers

Abbreviations:

ch = chain
sl-st = slip stitch

sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
st = stitch

sts = stitches

ch-sp = chain space

hk = hook

Finished size = 35" x 38"

Notes:

Chain stitches do not count as a stitch
I used a 12mm hook, but I crochet tightly. If you crochet loose, consider dropping down a hook size.
Gauge is not important.
Mark your ch-sp in each corner with a stitch marker. This makes it easier to find!
To adjust the size of your blanket, start with an odd number of chains.

Instructions:

Blanket:

With main color ch 61

Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hk and in each ch across (60 sts)

Row 2: sc in first st [dc in next, sc in next] repeat, hdc in last st, ch 1

Rows 3-5; repeat row 2

Switch to color 2:

Rows 6-9: repeat row 2

Switch to main color:

Rows 10-13: repeat row 2

Switch to color 2:

Rows 14-17: repeat row 2

Switch to main color:

Rows 18 - 55: repeat row 2.

Border :

Switch to color 2

Round 1: ch 1, sc in each stitch around, place [sc-ch-sc] at each corner, sl-st to join;

Round 2 - 3: repeat round 1 placing [sc-ch-sc] in the ch-sp from the previous round.

If you make a blanket, please tag me on social media or share a photo with me in the comments. I love seeing my designs come to life!

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Friday, July 31, 2020

Fall Harvest Crochet-A-Long

Fall is my favorite season - cooler weather, bonfires, sweatshirts and beautiful fall colors. This CAL is focused on fall & harvest items. If you have a suggestion of what you would like to see included, please leave a comment. I will be releasing 1-2 blocks per week starting August 1st. I plan to make 20-24 blocks in total.

These graphghan blocks are 60x60 written for single crochet. Each PDF includes both a full-color graph and row-by-row instructions. Bookmark this post or subscribe to my blog so you don't miss any of the blocks.

August 23 Hand Turkey & Two Fall Trees

August 19: Fall Tree & Fall Acorn

August 8: Hello Fall & Fall Flower

August 1: Pumpkin & Scarecrow

You can find my other free graphghan blocks and sets of blocks here: Grandma Duck Designs Graphghan Designs.

If you download any blocks, please consider leaving me a comment. I would love to hear from you! If you want to connect with me, you can email me at grandmaduckdesigns@gmail.com.

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Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Number Blocks

Once I finished the Alphabet Blocks, I knew I needed to design a set of numbers to go along with them. There are so many project ideas using the combination of letters and numbers! Baby blankets, toddler blankets, banners, buntings, or play mats. I would love to hear what ideas you have! Please share in the comments.

Each block is 24x24. Click on the name above each block to download the patterns. The patterns include row by row instructions and full-color graphs. Please be sure to check out the many other free graphgans on my blog and other free patterns!

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Be sure to check out these other fun graphghan sets! I have many other free graphghan patterns too!

Camping (twenty-four 60x60 blocks)

Baby Animals (twenty-four 60x60 blocks)

Ocean/Beach (twenty-four 60x60 blocks)

ABC Blocks (twenty-six 24x24 blocks)

Christmas (thirty 60x60 blocks)

Flower Garden (twenty-four 60x60 blocks)

One Two

Three Four

Five Six

Seven Eight

Nine Zero

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Saturday, July 25, 2020

Alphabet Blocks

I had so much fun designing this set of alphabet blocks! I love nostalgic toys.

My original thought was that they would make darling baby or toddler washcloths, but there are so many other things you could do with these designs. They could be made into a blanket, a play mat, or for teaching letters & colors. I will also be making the set of numbers from zero to nine in the next few weeks.

Each block is 24x24. Click on the name above each block to download the patterns. The patterns include row by row instructions and full-color graphs.

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Note - the letter P had an error in it. The revised block is linked below.

Updated to add:

Link to the coordinating Number Blocks

Be sure to check out these other fun graphghan sets! I have many other free graphghan patterns too!

Camping (twenty-four 60x60 blocks)

Baby Animals (twenty-four 60x60 blocks)

Ocean/Beach (twenty-four 60x60 blocks)

Christmas (thirty 60x60 blocks)

Flower Garden (twenty-four 60x60 blocks)