CROCHET SCRAP BLANKET TUTORIAL - The Ultimate Yarn Stash Buster Blanket

[@OpheliaTalks]

This was such a quick blanket to make and I used up so much stash ! Best stash buster ever! Now I need to buy more yarn!! LOL Anja xxx

[@orientbayerin]

I could recommend you a yarnshop which has soft and squishy monthly color packs ;-)

[@OpheliaTalks]

@@orientbayerin if only I knew their address... LOL

[@orientbayerin]

@@OpheliaTalks Look in the mirror 😍

[@mjvn8870]

Hi Anja wat een mooie steek en deken weer. Bewaar je alle dekens die je maakt? Ik was erg ontroerd door je verjaardag video met de deken van je oma. Ik wens je alvast een fijn weekend vanuit Zuid-Holland.

[@OpheliaTalks]

@@mjvn8870 hey Maria! Ja ik bewaar ze allemaal ! Ik krijg het niet over mijn hart om ze weg te geven of te verkopen .... mijn huis puilt uit!!

[@brithaelfic8975]

Bonjour from France, région Auvergne. This blanket looks so warm and comfortable. I am impatient to do as you show on the video. Thank you so much ❤❤❤

[@masuganut2082]

People pay SO much money for weighted blankets! This would be a beautiful alternative ❤️❤️❤️ I love that you caked them up ahead of time!!!! Thank you

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you for watching Masuga Nut ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@debbiegsyarnylove8424]

Great idea! Never tried to wind yarn for scrap blankets, that’s a lot easier than holding 2 or 3 yarns together! Thanks for sharing!

[@HaleThePanda]

It's fun ngl, I did the same thing to recreate the chunky tiktok sweater

[@suNRze]

I am so glad she showed us! Great idea!!

[@mariakristinahawl1640]

"Which in fact, it means pull thru TEN!" What a great line!!

[@julibeswick-valentine3690]

A brilliant idea, thank you. I am in the middle of sorting out my enormous stash of yarn that has been collected over a lot of years. A job, I am ashamed to say that I have put off for a long time. This is now my next project.

[@OpheliaTalks]

yep great idea. Makes space for new yarn 😀

[@jujohnson5620]

Anja this is a beautiful blanket. I will begin mine very soon and the music on this video is lovely. I am 72 years of age and what you have done here brought tears to my eyes. Thank you so much for sharing. Be blessed⚘⚘⚘

[@OpheliaTalks]

Wonderful! Have fun making it. Hope you are able to play the music when you are crocheting. Thank you for watching Ju Johnson ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@denisegustafson]

Wow, that is a substantial blanket! I love it! Thanks for the tutorial.

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you for watching Denise Gustafson ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@suzannakoizumi8605]

I hate using the thin baby yarns. This is a wonderful way to use it all up. I may not have such bright colors but it will be wonderful. Thank you.

[@kelliryan464]

This is a good project for some yarn I regretted choosing. Wow, what I will never regret is the January Pack .:':. It arrived yesterday and it is beautiful. Thank you Anja and Dirk (and Layla ^·,·^) 1000 blessings and hugs

[@OpheliaTalks]

Wonderful! Enjoy the yarn. Thank you for watching Kelli Ryan ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@lydialady5275]

Thank you for this. I adore scrap projects that seem cohesive and intentional. And the stitch pattern helps with the shading and transition.

[@patdancer985]

Anja you look so pretty in your tunic , tights and boots . You are becoming quite the model. Thanks for sharing some of the tricks of the trade. The blanket looks so warm. Until next time 😱💞

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you so much. It's Dirk's blanket and he choose the location and took the photo's. Thank you for watching Pat Dancer ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@lunah5668]

Lovely. Love the blanket , location and music.Great video.

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@barbarawilson834]

I certainly love the idea of making the cakes!

[@OpheliaTalks]

Me too! That is always fun to do. Thank you for watching Barbara Wilson ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@andierivero5402]

Gorgeous blanket. I am making a double-stranded crochet scrapghan right now!

[@OpheliaTalks]

That's awesome! Thank you for watching Andie Rivero ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@andierivero5402]

@@OpheliaTalks Your welcome!

[@douglasradowick508]

Great to start "small"-fewer than 5 strands, and, uild your way up! Good move! Doug

[@nolaoconnor6743]

Love this blanket, been looking for something to use up my excess, it can just continue on as I finish other projects to use up all the yarn until it is the length I want - makes buying more yarn guilt free!! Thankyou Anja 😍

[@OpheliaTalks]

You are so welcome Nola! Anja x

[@deirdreburris4581]

The scenery on your walk is stunning!

[@sandraabshire4923]

Just love how the colors match the landscape so well!

[@OpheliaTalks]

It was pure coincidence!!

[@claudiashirozaki]

Beautiful, Ophelia!!! Thanks for sharing😊😊😊😍😍😍😍😍

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you for watching Claudia Shirozaki ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@claudiashirozaki]

Sorry to change your name😊

[@karoljelbert346]

Really good pattern, would like to try it, thank you.

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you! 😊 Have fun! It is fairly easy. Go for it!! Thank you for watching Karol Jelbert ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@barbaraclark43]

such a creative way to use up stash yarn! I need to get a yarn winder. Thank you

[@reginatripp7492]

Beautiful blanket! Beautiful scenery!! Love the music too! So peaceful! Thanks for all you both do for us!

[@AngieLyke]

Love the idea of making cakes. That makes sure there is an interesting transition where are the few of the colors continue. Not sure I have enough scrap to do this with five strands put maybe three or four. Then if that doesn't work I will do the five stranded like you do. Thank you what a great idea. Edit. I think I'm going to go with the five just as you desire that looks absolutely stunning.

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you for your comment, good luck with your stash buster, Anja x

[@mariamorley8812]

Thank you for sharing your cakes of yarns....I never used a yarn winder but I'm looking forward to... thanks for the illustration..will order one...I also have lots of yarn from left over projects..again thank you.

[@karentyra2792]

This is such a beautiful stash buster. On my list of things to do.

[@thisisyourbrainoncrafts9212]

You made one of those “weighted” blankets without even knowing it! 😊 The scenery is beautiful.

[@SomewhereInIndiana1816]

that looks fantastic!! 🙂🙂🙂 I've seen several variations of these online, but it looks like the best results come from using 3 different strands at a time -- for the color, chunkiness, and weight. lovely!

[@mercedessolorzano3372]

It's a amazing project and very warm in this cooler time. 🥶🥶⛄⛄⛄

[@nuriecarelse4531]

Absolutely beautiful...i have to invest in a yarn winder..thank Anja for your beautiful photography and music as usual 🌻🌻

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you for watching Nurie, enjoy yarn winding, it's a whole new hobby! Anja x

[@hippiepisces9745]

Anja did we ever convert Stylecraft SD - Red Heart (4) I’m using 3 red heart different colors for each section. I’ll be posting it on the group once I’m done with it. I’ve to make 3(my kids blankets) and I’m using a 12 mm hook aluminum (from Russia 🇷🇺 on Etsy) and I can’t wait to post a pic of Autumn with her blanket since I’m making my 3 goobers blankets for Christmas and two for. Friends of the of family

[@BiancasCrochetPalace]

How so simple can be so beautiful. Beautiful that color gradient. And what a wonderful landscape to show your creation. Greetings, Bianca 🧶🧶

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you so much 😊

[@BiancasCrochetPalace]

@@OpheliaTalks Geen dank hihi

[@jaznz53]

For my first row I always work into what I call the back bump. That way the starting edge is a row of vees and then its so easy to work a boarder into or not do a boarder at top and bottom only in the sides of a blanket. I really need to buy a winder so I can do this. I love the effect of the colour tones. I once knitted a stash buster blanket and knotted the yarn by holding them together side by side with the too ends together. I left a 3 inch tail beyond the knot which I did not weave in. It made a nice tasselly effect all over the blanket. I liked it. This is definitely on my to do list. Cheers Joss.

[@CanadianMum444]

Brilliant idea!!💜

[@OpheliaTalks]

I try to keep it basic so everyone can do it which doesn’t mean you can’t change it to your liking! Enjoy! Anja xxx

[@sandramurphy5165]

Like your tip about the first row. I have just ordered this winder off Amazon as I was so impressed with what it does. (I must admit the thought of holding five strands attached to yarn ball was a bit daunting and I would always avoid projects like this. Using he yarn cakes will make things easier.

[@patriciacrofton4517]

Absolutely love this. Beautiful. Thank you for this tutorial.😃

[@patriciacrofton4517]

I received my January pack yesterday. OMGosh, it was like Christmas. The yarn is beautiful and oh so soft. I absolutely love, love it. Now I'm saving up for hopefully February's pack. Thank you so much.😃

[@christinegreen287]

Hi Anja and Dirk! This blanket is luscious! When you showed it on your live folded up, it looked pretty. But seeing it opened in all of its glory it is beautiful! Loved the LookBook portion of the video. Thank you for sharing! 🥰🥰

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank yo so much, Christine ❤❤❤

[@annbashir5888]

Thank you , beautiful blanket n beautiful countryside

[@OpheliaTalks]

Most welcome 😊 Thank you for watching Ann Bashir ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@janetlepre7555]

Beautiful!! It always amazes me to see the wonder and beauty of every color so reminiscent of nature! Thank you for your inspiration! 💕

[@OpheliaTalks]

Our pleasure! Thank you for watching Janet Lepre ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@orientbayerin]

Love love love your big stashbuster blanket. What a superb idea to wind the yarn cakes in advance ! It's color-playtime before starting to crochet, isn't it?

[@OpheliaTalks]

Yes! Thank you! Double the fun!! Thank you for watching orientbayerin ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@sharondonovan1403]

What a beautiful blanket......

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you so much for watching Sharon Donovan ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@hilarycohen1470]

I used 3 strands of worsted or 4-5 DK; used half double crochet. I like the fabric, and the blanket is plenty heavy. Enjoyed the project so much i made 2 more, 1 multicolor, and one monochromatic - actually, mono-marled w contrasting bright edging. Great project. I do enjoy your teaching method.

[@sandraouaguena296]

I love the colours!!!!

[@evelyngonzalez8028]

WOW!!!! What a beautiful blanket… I LOVE IT!!!! 💕 Can’t wait to start making my cakes…. Thank you for sharing 🥰🙏🏻

[@dmtnw4480]

Love this blanket

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you for watching Dm Tnw ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@Arleney2009]

That is absolutely gorgeous!

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you Arlene, it's a hunky one, but so warm, and easy to make too, Anja x

[@juliemurray4719]

The colours all work so lovely together making a unique blanket, I bet it is well loved! Wonderful scenery too!

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you! 😊

[@pennyspearing2731]

Love the blanket and such a great way to use up our yarn stash - and another good reason to use my yarn winder 😀

[@raffaellaporri4425]

Dear Anja and Dirk, beautiful blanket, colours, location, music, filming, editing, EVERYTHING! I really love the landscape and I thank you very much for all the videos you post, where I have the possibility to visit through your eyes. Maybe one day I can travel to the UK, visit and see with my own eyes. Perhaps Belgium too. Hope so... Thank you very much again XXX

[@tammyadams7965]

Your blanket is Beautiful!! I have got to make this. Lord knows I have enough yarn......lol

[@OpheliaTalks]

Wonderful! Have fun!! xx

[@CanadianMum444]

You are incredible Anya!! It’s beautiful!!💜 I wish I had the strength to do bigger blankets like this but it’s nice to see and enjoy what you’ve done as well!!

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you! 😊

[@marionmathews9852]

A stunning blanket showing glorious colours. It did remind me of a landscape.

[@coralthompson753]

Thank you for a lovely tutorial. The blanket is beautiful including the Scenery. London.

[@lisachavez1352]

Love it and you! Thanks sweetie!

[@OpheliaTalks]

You're welcome Lisa, glad you like it, Anja x

[@minini5571]

What a lovely blanket!!💕

[@OpheliaTalks]

You are so welcome. Thank you for watching Michelle Durden ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@bossieackerman1067]

Wow!! I love it. I am going to try it to get rid of my stash. I love your hook crochet holder. Great idea. x Blessings x Mariana UK xx

[@OpheliaTalks]

Have fun! Thank you for watching Bossie Ackerman ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@stephaniesavary127]

Good evening Anja, I love so much the way you match (mix?) the colors ! Thanks a lot for your videos, it’s always a very pleasent and instructive moment for me (even when I don’t understand every word, I think I get the main idea 😉) You seem to live in a beautiful and inspiring place. Take good care of you. Bye bye 👋🏻🥰

[@lesleyoliver5582]

I made 1 last year using 4 strands in dc (UK) or sc (US) , I also kept 2 strands of a base colour throughout the blanket. I liked the effect (my daughter hogs it🙄🤣 ) so, I’ll try this method for this year. Stay safe and well. Thanks from Australia 🐨🦘😷

[@OpheliaTalks]

Wonderful! Have fun and thank you for watching Lesley Oliver ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@michelebowry5042]

Another Fab project Anya ,another one to add to my list 🤗thank you ❤️

[@OpheliaTalks]

You’re welcome 😊 Thank you for watching Michele Bowry ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@nancyellen8496]

Such a beautiful blanket So inspirational.

[@nancymorrissey8329]

Beautiful blanket...great idea!

[@OpheliaTalks]

Glad you like it!

[@hasumatipatel9410]

Amazingly beautiful 🤩👍👍👏👏🙏🏻

[@cherylherrera6917]

Beautiful

[@dianashahrany9623]

Beautifull for everything.... best package ❤❤❤

[@tilafaith3523]

Oh wow, looks like such a great time ! I really don’t have enough unless I use my cotton or my thicker yarn & I am NOT going to use my cotton... But I want to do this sooo bad !!!😭 Yours looks so BEAUTIFUL ❣️

[@susanmorris5294]

Is a size 8 the letter L or a fatter than that. Or ayna wider than that last week I a lot of yarns that I put together in balls by different colors

[@karentyra2792]

If much of my scrap yarn is worsted weight, would you recommend using 2 or 3 strands? Thank you for all your videos.

[@OpheliaTalks]

try it out, use different hooks, see which one you like best! Good Luck! Anja xxx

[@susans5096]

I was thinking same thing

[@ashleysimmons3210]

I think 2 strands is best! With two strands I also like to use a 10.00mm hook, it makes a perfect drape. I just made a solid granny blanket with 2 strands of worsted and that 10mm hook and my family LOVES it!😁

[@OpheliaTalks]

@@ashleysimmons3210 these five strands ensure a great play of colours and a much thicker blanket.... and it uses up much more yarn also the weight of this is amazing!

[@lisbethsjostrand5397]

- Just found this video! It's a great big blanket, I love it!!! 💜💚💙💛🧡💖❤

[@liamirciacosta2911]

Amazing ❤❤❤

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you so much liamirciacosta2911, enjoy, Anja x

[@xiao2zi349]

Does anyone know if she has a tutorial for her hook holder (5:50)? Like she has sort of a blanket or cozy on top of a mug to seperate the crochet hooks. I think that is genious. I'd love to See a tutorial for that :)

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you for watching Xiao2Zi ! Anja xxx 💕🌈 Do you mean this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGbdo6Rvas2qhrM

[@xiao2zi349]

@@OpheliaTalks omg, Yes! Thank you so much for your reply (I honestly didn't expect that). I just stumbled over your Channel and I will keep watching. Love your creativity!

[@maryalison3963]

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you! 😊💜

[@karolinapilar5471]

Beautifull 💐💜💙💚💛🧡❤🥰 😘

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thanks 🤗 Thank you for watching Pilar Osorio ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@MadisonGenevieve92]

Is the yarn weights used all the same? Like all worsted, or could you mix weights? I have a big mix of fingering and worsted in my stash! 😆

[@OpheliaTalks]

Yes, I used all DK/3 weight yarns, but you could mix them if you wish, as long as they're a similar weight when you're working with them!! Anja x

[@judyalvarez7958]

This is diffently a great way to use up my left over yarn. I do have plently.

[@OpheliaTalks]

Wonderful! Thank you for watching Judy Alvarez ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@susanmorris5294]

Is this all done in the v stitch.

[@susanmorris5294]

Dear ayna, I have a lot of yarns stash what sizes in the hooks do you use because I just got finished with all my Christmas 🎄 projects. So now I'm going to try this blanket. Any color can you use. I have a lot of colors. Thankyou Susan from Boston Massachusetts 🙏 ❤

[@sandramurphy5165]

Thanks for this great tutorial. Love the texture of this blanket and such fun to wind up some yarn and see what comes out. One problem I don't have a yarn winder but did I hear that you sell them?

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you for watching Sandra Murphy ! Anja xxx 💕🌈 Not really on my website but you can go on amazon here: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07QSSNRD9?ref=exp_opheliatalks_dp_vv_d

[@sandramurphy5165]

Got that thanks!

[@mammaluna5249]

Super idea!! Dear Anja, is possible to mix wool yarn with acrylic yarn? Thank you very much for your time. Big hug from Italy 💝🇮🇹🥰 Rita

[@OpheliaTalks]

Well, you can, but when you wash it, the wool might shrink, whereas the acrylic wont, so you will have an uneven project!! Personally I wouldn't mix, Anja x

[@mammaluna5249]

@@OpheliaTalks thank you very much! Happy New year, my sweet friend! Rita

[@Asma-ep9bx]

This's such a beautiful blanket . I felt like I m in the middle of a field where flowers and grass around me and the sky above.. Ur cakes BTW are much more beautiful than the ones famous yarn companies make. Gorgeous combination of colors :) . Why dont u consider selling them on ur site? I'd love to buy them

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you for such kind words but it would take me ages to make them. ❤🙏

[@Asma-ep9bx]

@@OpheliaTalks - well, limited edition, two times a year is good too 😉😎.

[@lesleyhutton970]

What type of yarn winder do you use to make your yarn cakes

[@OpheliaTalks]

There's a link in the description box below the video to help you find the winder if you wish, hope this helps. Anja x

[@Carol-un2ph]

Anja, your blankets are so colorful! How do you wash your blankets to prevent colors from bleeding?

[@OpheliaTalks]

I wash them at 30 degrees and never had any problems... I use normal washing powders and vinegar for fabric softener!

[@susanmorris5294]

So anyna 35 v stitches and 1 double chrochet or 2 double chrochets.

[@lizv.418]

Hi Anja, I love this multi strand yarn cake. The colors blend so nicely & the blanket is gorgeous!!! What beautiful scenery too🙏🌞🌄🌸

[@marybarratt1473]

I wish I enjoyed using a large hook, but always find it tiring. So I prefer a fine hook to work with. Shame because those large wraps look so cosy. I might give it another go though. Tfs

[@OpheliaTalks]

Try a small sample but also you don’t need to do much per day... little by little ....

[@lesleyoliver5582]

Treat it like a marathon, not a race. Do1 row per day or crochet for 30 mins every morning for example. It’s a stash buster so it doesn’t have to be completed in a month. Also use a very large hook so your not struggling to insert it into your work, the tension is completely up to you. 🐨🦘😷

[@momruscher]

Thanks for presenting this project. I had knitted an afghan like this years ago and it was cumbersome on the needles. I think crochet will be much easier to manage!

[@ClaireNicole33]

Mary I had the same problem until I discovered the "yarnology luxury crochet hook" from Hobby Lobby. I use my size 9 all the time. I have several sizes and absolutely love them!! I haven't used my other hooks since. It's got a floral design and very lightweight. So easy on the wrist and hand♡ Under $3! Try it out and if you don't like it return it, but I think you'll love it❤

[@donnasmith4426]

I like this but would probably use 3, 4 at most, strands of worsted weight yarn and a huge hook. My stash needs some serious busting.

[@OpheliaTalks]

Go for it Donna, smash that stash, haha. Anja x

[@donnataylor924]

Could you tell me were I would buy the little machine you used to make your balls of yarn . Thanking you in advance .

[@OpheliaTalks]

The link is in the description box!

[@angelaenglert3685]

I'm a new subscriber, and a novice at Crochet. This looks like a project I could take on. I have way way too much yarn. It's so fun to buy but I don't always have time to create. It's all cotton, I usually make small things like dishtowels and soap holders. Could I do this with cotton? How many of these cakes do you use to create your blanket? Looks like I need a winder that is brilliant. Thank you. Take care.

[@urmisarkar7329]

Do you line your blanket? Very nice.

[@karentyra2792]

Did you intentionally switch cakes for different row colors, or did you crochet until the cake was finished before going to a new cake? Thank you. Love your colors!

[@douglasradowick508]

She HAD to intentionally change the yarn cakes in order to get the color stripping. It took me a moment to figure it out, it's a clearly good move! Doug🧶

[@nancymorrissey8329]

Where can I order the monthly packs of yarn?

[@OpheliaTalks]

We have them on our website opheliatalkscrochet.com and the new pack will be available from 1/2/2021 but we have a selection of others too available !

[@graciescott4090]

Hi There! What is the name of this stitch? And do you have a written pattern for it?

[@beyazgul1469]

Tesekurler 👏👏👏🌻🌻🌻🌹🌹🌹💐💐💐💐

[@charlenerenee7751]

I’m going to make this, but I think I’m going to use 3 strands.

[@OpheliaTalks]

Brilliant! Thank you for watching Charlene Renee ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@mariakristinahawl1640]

I do like the idea of pulling out the extra chains but if it results in long tails to be cut, I'd rather not waste the yarn. I'll just use those chains and not worry that the blanket is just a tiny bit wider..........

[@charleecurtis7523]

Could you please show us how you made your crochet hook holder? It is pretty and practical looking.

[@OpheliaTalks]

It's a video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGbdo6Rvas2qhrM

[@charleecurtis7523]

Thank you! 🧶

[@hayleyjackson3532]

How do you make your cakes so big I only get tiny 1s

[@HaleThePanda]

She held multiple strands of yarn together and most likely winded the yarn onto the winder as much as she could before it starts to hit the piece that the yarn feeds through.

[@theahayes4469]

I used all worsted weight with 5 strands and used a 12mm hook 🧶❤️

[@OpheliaTalks]

That's amazing. Well done! Thank you for watching Thea Hayes ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@janetflier6192]

Where did you buy your yarn winder?

[@OpheliaTalks]

Here are the links to use if you want to purchase this yarn winder: from the US amzn.to/2W4OIhO from the UK amzn.to/2V1HjiE

[@tilafaith3523]

I bet that kept you warm in bed when making it ! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣❣️

[@debbiemillson9637]

😍

[@jennarosier6890]

Where do you get your yarn winder from??

[@OpheliaTalks]

Bought it on Amazon! www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07QSSNRD9?ref=exp_opheliatalks_dp_vv_d Thank you for watching Jenna Rosier ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@susanmorris5294]

Is and 8 and h or 9 and I

[@bevgreen4800]

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@lynnmatthews7932]

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