This is a quilted version of that crotchet aftgan that many of us had hanging over a chair in our living room when we were younger. I used to crotchet granny square vests in the early 70’s for all my classmates. Anne brought me this quilt; a gift for her sister, it was very clear that she spent a lot of time choosing the fabrics for each square.
We discussed the quilting which I drew on the “My Doodle” app for reference. This is where I tell you how great technology is. I started to quilt and didn’t like how the stitching made the block pouf up. I immediately sent Anne some pics via my iPad to say I was going to rethink our ideas. I feel the crosshatching made the block look even more like a “granny square”.
Here is the quilt hanging on my contraption. I think I would love to make one for myself, it’s just that the smallest squares are a 1/2 inch, and that in itself is enough to make me give my head a shake.
I used a very thin dark grey thread Invisifil by Wonderfil Threads on the blocks and did some freehand feathers in the inset triangles with So Fine by Superior Threads.
I really enjoy being part of the finishing process of your quilted projects and I am sure Anne’s sister will love this quilt.
I wonder where to find that pattern? I always wanted to crochet one of those afghans but found it too tedious….maybe this quilt is the answer!
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So cool, brings back memories. A nice modern take on something so old.
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Amazing!
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I will try to find out where the pattern comes from, check back in a few days.
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I am also interested in finding the pattern. This version of the granny square quilt looks more like a crocheted granny square than the usual pattern which is basically squares to make a block which is then set on point.
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Half inch squares, eh? Might try a pillow!!
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The pattern is called Aunt Joe’s Aftgan, it comes up on a google search
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Thank you for finding it!! This is so pretty!
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Thanks Sandy for finding out the name of this pattern. It is available from a shop in Texas.
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