Do you know, they say that water has memory? I don’t know how true is the fact but I want to believe it. You must be wondering what on earth has happened to me that I am talking about water and sharing oceanic creatures today? Who doesn’t love dolphin, whale or a cute angelfish? The designing process was meditative for me.
It is all because I watched FROZEN II. It is available in Disney+ Hotstar in India. The only reason I agreed to buy the premium account was Disney’s addition to Hotstar.
I am all smitten by Elsa’s power. First, when I watched it I didn’t like it at all. I was even upset by the fact that the sequel turned out to be boring and not at all in comparison with Frozen I.
But when I saw Into the Unknown: Making Frozen 2, I was in a dream world. The writing, the story-boarding, the animation, and the songwriting all the process showed how much more goes into the making of an 1hr 45min-long movie. The series is the everyday struggle and hard work and making. And it felt connected.
I do want to be a part of that world. I don’t know if that’s even possible but there’s no harm in dreaming, right? So, here I am in the dream world humming the song again and again, and transporting myself into another world.
In present times, when we are enclosed within the confines of our homes, I am happy to go to another world i.e. my dreamland and fantasise about that enchanted world. Wouldn’t you?
The graph Oceanic Creatures C2C Graph is available at KMD Store.
Process:
Collect the colours that you plan to use for the blanket. Start C2C crocheting and then C2C decreasing crocheting to complete the graph. Once c2c square consumes 0.75″ – 1″ depending on the crochet hook and yarn used.
For this blanket, I have created 60 grids pixel graph for each expression of the bear. It should give 40″X40″ approximately.
This pattern requires proper counting and marking after completion of each square to avoid any mistakes.
Caution Section:-
- Print the coloured graph ( or black and white graph and mark the colours) and number all the rows and columns. Here, it is 60×60. The C2C stitch grows diagonally.
- If you have the black and white printer then print the graph and colour the blocks using colour pencils or mark S for Skin, G for Grey, P for Pink, W for White etc. so that you do not miss out the shape.
- Mark each row and column so that you know at which row you are while working.
- Also, count the number of blocks use 1 colour in that working row. Remember we work diagonally in C2C.
- Starting with ¹C2C Crochet Stitch Increasing ( focusing on the colour change) increase diagonally for 60 rows.
- Start ²decreasing C2C Crochet Stitch (focusing on the colour change as per the graph) decrease till the count reaches 1.
Edging:-
If you want to increase the size or if you like defining an edge then you can go with SC or DC row or below.
R1: Ch 1, Single Crochet (SC) around each post. 3 SC at the corners.
R2: Ch 2, Double Crochet on each SC. 3 DC at the corners or at the corner 3SC – 3DC on the middle 3 SC group.
R3: Ch 2, Half-Herringbone Double Crochet (HHDC) around each DC. 3 HHDC at the corner DC or 3 HHDC in the middle of the 3 DC group.
¹C2C crochet stitch / Increasing C2C Crochet Stitch:
- [Chain 6.
- R1: Double Crochet (DC) in 4th chain from the hook. 2 DC in next 2 chains. [ 1st corner block is made]
- R2: turn the work, chain 6. DC in 4th chain from the hook. 2 DC in next 2 chains. Slip stitch on the chain 3. (Chain 3, 3 DC) in the same chain 3 space of the previous row. [2nd row contains 2 blocks]
- R3: Repeat R2 [3rd row will contain 3 blocks. Likewise, the Row-Number will have same number blocks.]
- Continue R2 to increase horizontally and vertically up to the required number on the graph.]
²Decreasing C2C crochet stitch:
- [turn the last row. slip stitch on 1st DC, 2nd DC, 3 DC.
- Slip Stitch(SL ST) chain 3 space. (Chain 3, 3 DC) in same chain 3 space.
- Continue (SL ST, chain 3, 3 DC) in next chain 3 space.
- Repeat till the last 2nd block. SL ST in the last chain 3 space. ]
OCEANIC CREATURES GRAPH
You can purchase this graph at Oceanic Creatures C2C Graph. There are more C2C graphs available at KMD Store.
Product Specifications:
Defining Dimensions:-
- Grid Graph: 60×60
- Length: 40″
- Width: 40″
Optional Alterations:-
Different ideas that can be implemented into this blanket to make it your own.
- Single Crochet (SC), Crab Stitch, Slip Stitch, Herringbone Half Double Crochet (HHDC) are all suitable for giving a perfect edge.
- Use fur yarn to bring out the border.
- You can use both the base colours and bear colour around alternatively.
- The border shouldn’t be too broad to pop out. The purpose should be to provide a clean edge.
- Add pom-pom or tassels (matching the colour with the edging or the base colour) at the 4 corners. Link to make pom-pom and tassels.
- Avoid the border and just add tassels/pompoms made of a mixture of the base colours.
- Attach flowers, beads, appliques or a bow made of crochet, plastic, suede leather, fabric etc to make it more interesting.
- Increase the total size of the blanket by adding a few rows of borders.
Remember: do not over accessorise it. This hides the beauty of the pattern itself. Believe in elegant simplicity!!
In case, you have stuck anywhere or have any queries, kindly contact me.
Oceanic Creatures Baby Blanket
Style Aisle:
- Choose the yarn colour matching with your kids’ room or their choice of animals.
- Go crazy with experimental contrast colours with your furniture to pop out a section. Make sure the interiors contain natural, neutral or earthy colours around.
- Focus on a bright selection of colour palette but not flashy.
- For the stitches or pattern to be visible clearly, choose lighter shades of yarn.
- The graphic-animals can be used for blankets or bags for kids.
- You can use both the base colours and bear body colour alternatively.
- The border shouldn’t be too broad to stand out. The purpose should be to provide a clean edge.
Materials:
- Yarn:
- Vardhman Gray – 10 Balls
- Vardhman Pink – 3 Balls
- Vardhman White – 2 Balls
- Vardhman Black – 1 Ball.
- Crochet Hook: 5mm
- Needles
- Scissors
- Measuring Tape
- Stitch Marker: My stitch markers are the mini safety pins we get from clothing tags.
- Note: Feel free to play around with different branded yarns. They should give the consistent flow of the pattern using a constant number crochet hook.
- Either go for the yarns with the same recommended crochet hook OR choose the yarn and change the crochet hooks along as you proceed with the pattern. This might be tricky for beginners.
Happy Crocheting!!!
APPENDIX
Care Instructions:
Quality Promise: If washed with care, then the elegant stitch guarantees perfection up to multiple washes. The wool quality might stretch upon multiple uses.
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