At last, a post about something that isn’t food!
Last month, I kept seeing the most gorgeous crochet afghan showing up on my Instagram feed. After investigating a bit further, I discovered the joys of a crochet along and the beautiful Sophie’s Universe. After crochet like crazy since I returned from Sevilla (travel report still to come), I am finally up to date and eagerly awaiting the next installment’s release on Sunday.
This is a little closeup of my favourite part of Sophie.
We’re now about half way through and I have to say the pattern has been a joy to crochet. Very little repetition and lots of interesting new stitches and features throughout. If you’d like to give it a go, pop over to the designer, Dedri’s site at Look What I Made. The instructions are very clear and well written. If you do decide to give Sophie’s Universe, I’d love to see your colour scheme and progress.
I decided to do this Sophie in Stylecraft DK from my stash. I’ve had to buy a couple of balls when I’ve run out of a colour I’ve wanted to use again, but it has been great stash-buster so far.
Oh, and did I mention I’ve already started another one in a more subdued colour scheme, as my original is earmarked for my niece as a starting school gift. I’ll miss Sophie #1 so much when she goes though!
Happy hooking xx
Lovely, Lisa!
I don’t crochet, but I wish i did. If you find a similar plan for a knitted afghan, please shout out
I’ll have a look, Linda. Are you on Ravelry – some great patterns there.
I bought the yarn to start a Sophie! Nervous to get started on something so detailed.
Aimee, you will be fine. The instructions are really clear and the pattern changes all the time, so it keeps you concentrating.
There’s a FB group linked on Dedri’s Sophie blogs. I’d suggest joining it – the people there are so friendly and helpful.
I’m really looking forward to seeing your progress :).
PS…added you to my pinterest board, http://www.pinterest.com/aimeelynne314/blogs-i-like/