Tah - Dah!! Crochet Log Cabin Blanket!

Well...here it is, in all her glory!  And I have to say, I am so pleased with it that I can't stand it!  The blanket turned out to be pretty darn close with the image I had in my head.  

Would I do another one?  You bet I would!  I would like to do one with diagonal stripes.  But I do love the diamonds! 

Most people are unaware of the history behind the log cabin quilt.  Each square block is a piece of history in itself. The block is a representation of an early log cabin home that was being built on the wide expanses of the prairie.  The story behind the log cabin quilt history block is as follows: 

The center block is usually red or yellow, this represents the fire in the hearth.

 

The light strips of cloth found on one side of the square represent the sun shining on the eastern side of the log cabin.

 

Likewise the dark strips indicate the shady side of the log cabin.

I loved this the moment I read it!!  

I did the border with one single row of red in half double crochet, followed by five rows in dark green.  The brown edging is done in a reverse single crochet which gives it that braided edging look.  

Even Phoebe has given her seal of approval!

All Done But The Border!

Well, here it is!  All done except the border and some blocking.  I have to say, I love it! 

So, this is probably the last you will see of it until I get it completely done!  I haven't exactly decided on my border yet.  I do have a couple of ideas I am toying with.  I would happy to hear any suggestions y'all could give me!

Everyone have a great week!!

Log Cabin Progress

Progress has creeped to a slow scrawl as my blanket grows!  But there is progress.  I am enjoying watching the diamonds come to life as the blanket gets bigger and bigger!

It's way to hot to do anything here, so this weekend I am going to enjoy the ac, some movies, and some crochet!!!  And yes, a little housework. 

Pics

I am thinking that I will go back into some green after these two bands of blue.  It is truly looking log-cabin-ish! 

Enjoy your Saturday and stay cool!

Log Cabin Love

Well...I have been a busy girl.  Look what I started while in the mountains this past week!  I have been wanting to do a log cabin afghan for quite some time.  Only thing I knew I had to have was red center squares.  So, while relaxing in this absolutely gorgeous log cabin that was sitting on Nantahala Lake, I began making squares.  Problem is...I can't decide what exactly I want to do!

You can see what I am talking about.  This one has more contrast.  Then there is the question on how to arrange them. 

Then, I tried other colors.  You see where I am going?  At this point I am seeking opinions.  My mom tells me to use them all.  She may have something there!

There is something about these colors that I like.  They are so subdued and peaceful.  Serene.  They remind me of a photograph I took off the back deck of the cabin we stayed in....

See what I mean???  I think I am close to these colors...but not quite.  I took this one morning right before a rain shower hit.  It was gorgeous there!

 Decisions ~ Decisions!  I would love any comments that can help me make my mind up!!

Before I go, I want to share just a couple more things with everyone!!  My flickr buddy used my Chicken Ornaments pattern and put the cutest spin on it ever!!!!!  She is such a talented gal...love her patterns!

Adorable or what!!!!!  Check out Ellen's blog!  It is so full of inspiration!  You can find the rooster pattern here in my shop. 

Lastly, I want to leave you with a picture of the ultimate shirret rugmaker at her best!

Look at that rug she is making!!!!  I promise to bring you more pictures of it!

I signing out...got some hooking to do!

Unfinished Business

Yay....Last night I finished my Red & White Hexi-blanket!  Pictures will be forth coming for the final reveal!! 

Now with that done, I have plenty of unfinished business I can concentrate on.

Making the unfinished list is my shirret rug.  I had forgotten how much I have actually done on this!  It is just needing a border, and I am still trying to decide exactly how I want that to look.  I think it needs some black in it for some contrast.  More to come on this little project!

Next:

This little puppy has been sitting on the back burner for quite some time, why?...I have no idea!  It is going to be a totally 70s retro looking scarf.  Working it up in some Palette wool.  This photo doesn't lie either...it is this bright!

Want to do list:

Red Heart Log Cabin Throw

I am totally jonesing to start this afghan.  My nephew has asked for an afghan, and I think it would be perfect for him.  I have been studying all the different log cabins out there, knit and crochet, and there is not a one of them that I don't like.  Do not be surprised if you see a square popping up here on my blog soon!

I am out for now.  I will be back in a couple days with some pictures of the Red & Black for all to see!