There is something indescribably exciting about starting a new crochet project. The feelings of joy and happiness bubble up inside until I feel like I can't possibly contain them a moment longer.
I have been yearning for this project for months, looking forward to a time when I could focus my ideas and settle myself down with a good long project (there are always so so so many ideas jostling about in my Creative Mind, it's chaos up there!).
I've been looking for something biggish, an antidote to the very itty-bitty decorative crochet I've been occupied with of late. My initial idea was to start another blanket, something delicious that would carry me right the way through winter. But just as I was starting to form a new blankety idea, something else popped into my mind. Something quite surprising, but oh-so-good in a slightly bonkers kind of a way.
I was straight on with it last night, yes, just last night once Little B was safely in bed. Despite my desperation to just get stuck in, I forced myself to sample my pattern ideas first so that I could try hard to work out the maths. It didn't come easy. And when my poor tired brain refused to co-operate, I decided just to jump in with both feet and fly the project completely by the seat of my pants.
The numbers have miraculously worked out, although I couldn't possibly tell you whether a multiple of six is needed, or a multiple of four. But either way, it is one or the other, and the pattern is working out just fine which is a true blessing.
I continued hooking away today at the studio as I was there this afternoon welcoming the most delightful visitors to our creative space. We had such a lovely afternoon, thank you SO MUCH to all of you who made time to come and say hello.
Incidentally, the flowers on my desk have nothing whatsoever to do with this new project, but I thought I would show you as they do look rather pretty. They are left over from a little something I was working on last week and are destined to become a small garland/shelf edging type thingy.
Anyhow, back to the new project. Oh, and my lunch. I had a hoooooge slab of the most divine carrot cake today for my lunch at the studio, it was lush and rather naughty. Tut tut. My eating habits have slipped rather alarmingly into the Naughty category of late, but I confess I am rather enjoying the indulgence.
Apologies for the weird lighting in this last photo, but is is night time now and no good for taking decent pictures. But I really did want to give you a look at my project in it's entirety so you can see what fabby progress I have made in just twenty four hours.
Do you get what it is, what I am making for myself? It's a Wearable Blanket!!!! Truly. A poncho type thingymagjiggy, for keeping out the winter chills at night when I am sat working at my (drafty cold) desk by the (drafty cold) window. And for wearing in the early mornings when Little B gets me up at 5am and the house has yet to warm up. It's going to be BIG. A big, giant concoction of stripy gorgeousness to sling about my person.
Yum yum yum.
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Edit to add :: the yarn is Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino, rather an embarassingly large stash left over from my ripple blanket. Guess I completely over-purchased for that blanket, possibly accidentally on purpose ;o)
OMG I just found this today and this is so perfect!
Even if you can't make a complete tutorial could you justteach us how to start the poncho? I would love to make a project like this, Lucy.
Posted by: Catarina | February 07, 2018 at 08:12 PM
Hi Lucy...
I love the poncho...
But I cannot find the instructions?
Are they available please?
Regards amanda
Posted by: Mandy | September 14, 2017 at 08:46 AM
Hi Lucy, I was looking for the pattern too. Is it somewhere here? Or have you forgotten how you made it? :-) Pat
Posted by: Pat | June 23, 2016 at 07:29 AM
This is exactly what I want to crochet with my leftovers! Very nice! Did I miss where you posted the instructions? Please let me know where they are... or anyone who knows could answer my question. Thank you very much.
Posted by: Kat | November 29, 2014 at 01:32 PM
where did you get your yarn winder
Posted by: what to know | August 25, 2014 at 11:04 PM
Hi I was wondering if u have a pattern for this
Posted by: Pauline | May 28, 2014 at 08:42 AM
Hi Lucy, where can I find your poncho instructions please? It looks fantastic xxx
Posted by: Mia Robbins | January 19, 2014 at 06:09 PM
Ooh, I love that feeling! But it can be so dangerous, so glad that your project is working out. :)
Posted by: Idiosyncratic Eye | January 04, 2014 at 12:24 AM
thank you for another inspirational year Lucy! Whenever things are getting on top of me, I go to your blog for a little dose of colour and happiness. Wishing you all the best for 2014. My grandmother taught me how to crochet in the 1970s and she made me the most gorgeous poncho- thank you for reminding me...
Posted by: Pomme | January 01, 2014 at 11:59 PM
Poncho pattern? This is just lovely! Had one my Granmommie made for me in the 1970s, but it has been lost... Would love to make for myself & granddaughters... Help, Lucy!!! :)
Posted by: Tess | December 29, 2013 at 07:21 PM
I saved up many of your posts (starting with the Coat Story) to read as a pre-Christmas treat. I've just finished reading them whilst drinking coffee and looking out onto my slightly battered winter garden.
Thank you for your brill photos and wonderful writings.
Merry, merry Christmas to you all and all the very best for 2014.
PS And I just love that coat. One of my resolutions is to learn how to crochet!
Posted by: Victoria | December 24, 2013 at 10:38 AM
Rebecca, hang in there sweetie, it'll settle down one of these days. Glad to know there are others who come here for the calming and encouraging words and photos. We all need that, at all times of life. Hugs to you!!
Posted by: sue | December 23, 2013 at 01:26 AM
how wonderful. Having made and worn many ponchos during the 70's, just a few days a go I was dreaming of making a new one for myself! It's been quite cold here lately, and sweaters just don't have the Snuggle Quality that ponchos do. Will be watching for a pattern! Baby Cashmerino would be quite the splash out, but I'll go by the Nordic Mart store for some Drops tomorrow to see what they might have. (They do a BC also)
Posted by: sue | December 23, 2013 at 01:22 AM
Hello, dear Lucy.
I love your work and fun colors as you use in all your projects. I would knit him a poncho for my daughter to crochet like yours and would like you to show me the pattern or scheme you use. I would be very grateful.
What kind of wool do you use? I love how you weave the clothes are. It shows that they are very soft.
A kiss.
Posted by: Remedios Rosell Pérez | December 20, 2013 at 01:24 PM
I had a poncho many years ago. It wasn't crocheted, but my mum made it out of a multi-coloured fleecy blanket. It was lovely and warm. Good luck with your project!
Posted by: OkeCrafter | December 19, 2013 at 11:22 AM
Oooh, that is lovely! I have lost my will to crochet for MONTHS now and I think this has just inspired me to get moving again. Will you be posting the pattern when you finish?? I researched ponchos on Ravelry a few years ago but could not find anything I liked. I love the way this looks so I would love to make one for myself. Happy Holidays!
Posted by: Erin B | December 18, 2013 at 07:10 PM
Yes, yes, and more yes! Now that's a wearable blanket indeed. I can't wait to see the whole thing in its wonderful, colorful, hooky entirety. You are the bee's knees. :)
Posted by: Kristen | December 18, 2013 at 04:12 PM
Lucy, I have been looking for something like this for ages. I just love it....are you going to make the pattern available because I really am dying to make. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Posted by: Linda Fluke | December 17, 2013 at 02:09 PM
I love the colors of your poncho and can't wait to see it done :) Thank u so much for visiting :) Have a beautiful day!
Angie
Posted by: Sucrette | December 17, 2013 at 04:57 AM
So pretty - I think those flowers/leaves would look wonderful around the neck or the hem of your poncho!
Posted by: Bari Jo | December 17, 2013 at 04:52 AM
What a great idea, and much better looking than a Snuggie! I can't wait to see it when it is finished. What are you going to call it?
Posted by: Karen | December 17, 2013 at 12:20 AM
Inspired!!!!!!!!!! On so many levels....
Posted by: Lyn Zalk | December 16, 2013 at 08:14 PM
It's going to be lovely Lucy, but we've come to expect that from you! In Debbie Bliss baby cashmerino it will certainly give you a snuggly hug. Don't feel naughty about eating carrot cake, busy mums need the fuel!
Best wishes
Jane
Posted by: Jane Thompson | December 16, 2013 at 07:11 PM
It's going to be lovely Lucy, but we've come to expect that from you! In Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino it will certainly be a snuggly hug. Don't go feeling naughty about eating carrot cake - busy mums need the fuel!
Jane x
Posted by: Jane Thompson | December 16, 2013 at 07:07 PM
Love the idea Lucy and the colours! What about using the little flowers in a fringing? I still have the shawl my mum made me dot years ago and it has the most fabulous flower fringe. Tiny little flowers dangling away. :-) I'm sure someone else must have thought of it too! Happy Christmas!
Posted by: alisonb2 | December 16, 2013 at 06:13 PM