Wow. w-O-w. Oh WOWSERS!!!!!! Thank you!!!!!! Thank you all so very much for your enthusiasm and delight over the bunting triangles, I was/am completely thrilled that you like the pattern and like the idea enough to give it a go for me. Wonderful, absolutely wonderful. It really makes me incredibly happy to think that it is inspiring so much woolly creativity in all corners of the world. This bunting will be very much more than a collection of triangles made out of yarn. Can't quite put it into words yet, but there is a deep pleasure going right down to my toes at the mere thought of it. Thank you for that.
I thought it would be helpful to write up a little more information so that I can hopefully answer all the questions that have been asked in the past few days. So here is a little Q&A...please feel free to ask any other questions in the comments section and I will edit this post and add them in.
Q :: What type of yarn would you like me to use?
A :: Any yarn you like! The bunting will be indoors, so will be protected from the elements. Use acrylic, wool, cotton, or any other yarn you have in your stash.
Q :: What hook size shall I use?
A :: Use whatever hook suits the yarn you are using. The important thing is the finished size....the sides should measure approx. 18 cm / 7 inches after blocking. A centimetre more or less won't matter, but obviously the finished bunting will look better if the triangles are all the same size. If you use chunkier yarn, or a bigger hook, or work loosely, you may find you only need 6 rounds to make the triangle the correct size. That's fine too.
Q :: What size should my finished triangle measure?
A :: Approximately 7 inches / 18cm along each size.
Q :: Should I be using mainly "Lucy" colours?
A :: No! Please feel free to personalise your triangles in whatever way you like. Use your own special colours, add buttons, beads, stitching, applique, pom poms, lace, a picot edging. Make your triangles all one colour, or multi coloured. Have fun with it!
Q :: Would you like me to join them together?
A :: No thanks. I'm planning on photographing them as they arrive so that I can make a Bunting Gallery on Flickr, and it'll be easier for me to do this if they remain un-joined.
Q :: When do you need them?
A :: I'm setting a deadline of the end of July 2013, so roughly two months from now.
Q :: Where shall I send them?
A :: I am trying to sort this out and should have an address for you in about a week's time.
Q :: What will happen to the bunting after Yarndale?
A :: Well, it'll most likely be very carefully wrapped up and stored safely until we can get it out again next year!
I hope that answers all the immediate questions. Please let me know if there is anything else you wish to know.
When the bunting triangles start arriving, I'll be photographing them and creating an online gallery to showcase them. I'd like everyone who makes triangles for Yarndale to be credited, so please make sure you include your name and any blog/website details with your triangles.
We are also going to be making a globe (crocheted of course!) with buttons stitched on to represent where the triangles have come from, so be sure to include your area/country so we can add you to the Bunting Globe.
I worked hard yesterday making a very detailed picture tutorial for the triangles. I know many of you feel happier with the visuals, and I hope it'll encourage newby hookers to give it a try. It's a very easy pattern to master, and would make a great first project. The condensed written instructions are still there too, for those of you who wish to copy/paste and print them off.
The full picture tutorial and the written pattern are all on the same page, along with the steam blocking info and some additional info about making triangles all one colour.
Find it all >HERE<.
And lastly, I'd just like to let you know that there is now a Yarndale 2013 Flickr group for you to add your pictures to. I'd love to see pictures of your triangles as you make them, and maybe pictures of you (yes YOU, don't be shy!) with your Yarndale bags! Please do go have a look and add some pictures.
http://www.flickr.com/groups/yarndale2013/
With much love and gratitude from me to you ♥
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Hi Lucy,brilliant,you really are a STAR.Thanks so much for the tutorial.I do work full time but will do my very best to make some bunting,glad it's not until the end of July lol.Happy hooking.YOUR BLOG IS THE BEST.Huggles xx
Posted by: Lee | May 26, 2013 at 02:35 PM
Hi Lucy! I am a big fan of your blog. I'm. Working up some hooky love triangles for Yarndale. Many thanks to you for re-igniting my love for crochet. I learned at my Grandma's knee at about age 6! Much love to you from near Cleveland, Ohio,USA. ((HUGS))
Posted by: Dianne Vittone | May 26, 2013 at 02:11 PM
Hi Lucy
We are the ones who should be grateful to you...you share your creativity with us! I just finished a blanket using your pattern. I live very very far away (in Pakistan) and it is not possible to contribute to the Yarndale project. But I will be there in spirit and look forward to hearing from you about it!
Maria
Posted by: Maria Shaikh | May 26, 2013 at 01:26 PM
Hello Lucy, I really like your blog with all the wonderful things that you crochet. You inspire me, and as a little "thank you", I will make some triangles for you. I am excited to see the finished butning and the globe! Love, LISE.
Posted by: Lise | May 26, 2013 at 11:22 AM
A very inspiring blog, Lucy!
Lilith
Posted by: Lilith | May 26, 2013 at 06:39 AM
Hi Lucy. Can't wait to see the final project. Love the idea that my small bunting will be a part of something big. You have taught me to crotchet, and your patterns have made me so happy, so my small contribution to you is the least I can do.
Posted by: Martha | May 26, 2013 at 02:03 AM
Hi Lucy,
In response to Linda from Georgia, I am also doing our country's colors - red/white/blue. I'll be representing Norwalk, CT (one of the original colonies - the New England area - and also one of the smallest states of the U.S.)
Posted by: Marsha | May 26, 2013 at 01:09 AM
Hi Lucy,
my craft is jewellery making but I have been having a look around for inspiration for other crafts to try and this is when I came across your lovely bunting. It is a long time since I did any crochet work but these lovely pieces make me want to get my hook out and start making some
Posted by: Jade | May 25, 2013 at 10:18 PM
I made a grey one this afternoon, but don't be dismayed - it has a bright pink flower to cheer it up! I also worked out how many triangles you'll need to break the record - get hooking girls......let's do it!!
Posted by: sew | May 25, 2013 at 10:05 PM
I'm in! I love Granny Squares, can't wait to have a go at a Granny Triangle.
Posted by: Jenny | May 25, 2013 at 10:04 PM
I have a little pile of middles and 2 complete bunts (it sounds right to me when there's not lots of bunting...) I've put a picture of one in progress on my 'The Little Room of Rachell' (brand new!) FB page.
They're proving to be a great way to use up all my yarn from Let's Get Crafting magazine, it's bright and colourful but squeaks as you use it(!) so bunting seems a perfect to use it and avoid waste.
Posted by: Rachel | May 25, 2013 at 10:01 PM
Dear Lucy, I love, love, love that idea of making this looooong bunting for Yarndale and of working for one project with women from all over the world. That's really amazing. I'm going to try to make some triangles too. Have a cozy and nice Sunday. Our Sunday in Germany will be cold and rainy. Hope yours will be sunny and warm.
Posted by: Maple Trueheart | May 25, 2013 at 08:50 PM
Thank you for your time and hard work in making up directions for the granny bunting! I am so excited to make a couple to hang at Yarndale. Such a brilliant idea; & an awesome experience, granny's from all over the world! I will get started now as the post will take longer than making the triangles!
Posted by: Laura | May 25, 2013 at 08:12 PM
Love your granny bunting!
Happy weekend,
Madelief x
Posted by: Madelief | May 25, 2013 at 07:58 PM
Lucy you are just amazing! I have been following your blog for a few years and I have to say you actually got me back into crafting so I offer my heartfelt thanks. I live south of Atlanta, Georgia and already went through my stash. It is a holiday weekend here in the U.S. for Memorial Day. That is when we honor those who serve and given up their life for our country in the military. I have some red,white and blue yarn for the colors of our flag! I challenge all my fellow American yarnaholic's to join in so every state is represented :) Email your friends and family to share Lucy's blog. Maybe a world record is possible...thanks Lucy.
Posted by: Linda | May 25, 2013 at 06:53 PM
Thanks for letting us be involved in Yarndale. It really is so EXCITING - although it would have to be said that my son and husband really don't understand! x
Posted by: Sara Jenkins | May 25, 2013 at 06:38 PM
I cant make it to Yarndale due to a friend's special birthday so I'm sending some triangles so I can be there is spirit :D
Posted by: Petra | May 25, 2013 at 06:00 PM
"Lucy colours" - I love that! and it's so evocative of the amazing colour combinations you use all the time - your blog and the photos you share with us all never fail to make me smile and lift my spirits. I recommend it to non-yarny friends for just that reason, and they say it works for them too! xx
Posted by: Jools Morgan-Jones | May 25, 2013 at 05:53 PM
Hi There,Just love the bunting buzz going on!!!Happy colorful bunting pleasure!!!Have a great weekend!!!
Love
AMarie
Posted by: Anna-Marie Field | May 25, 2013 at 05:53 PM
Super idea,Flickr group.Look forward to seeing all the love hooked into these triangles,the world over :)I've made 14 so far,can't wait to see pictures of everyones bunting at Yarndale!Happy hooking! ;D
Posted by: Angela-Southern U.S.A. | May 25, 2013 at 05:24 PM
Hi Lucy, mine are in the flickr group now...great idea. And wow flickr has changed since I last uploaded...nice to see more free storage....I'll be using it more .
Have a great half term.
Jacquie x
Posted by: Jacquie | May 25, 2013 at 03:53 PM
I look forward to making me some triangles for yarndale, thanks again for sharing this pattern, I love the way blogland comes together on things like this xx
Posted by: Clare | May 25, 2013 at 03:49 PM
Hi Lucy I too will be attempting to crochet some triangles for Yarndale over the next couple of weeks....shall enjoy being part of the crochet gang.
I do not envy anyone having to join them together though! Question...how do you intend to join them together? By crochet/bias binding? xxx
Posted by: Rae | May 25, 2013 at 03:35 PM
Hola Lucy, me gustaría saber ¿qué haces con los hilos a medida que vas cambiando de color?. Gacias
Posted by: Mónica | May 25, 2013 at 03:34 PM
Hello again, Lucy. THANK YOU for leaving a comment on my blog (about my coffee pod Birdie). It was veeeeeeeery kind of you and a biiiiiiig surprise for me. I've just read about your new initiative and I find it really engaging. I'll try to be in your Yarndale festival under the form of a crocheted triangle! Have a nice weekend!
Posted by: SHARITA | May 25, 2013 at 03:30 PM