THE BLANKET I DIDN'T FINISH / Pandora Blanket / Ophelia Talks Crochet

[@OpheliaTalks]

So after I filmed the last bit of the video, I mentioned it to one of my Moderator/Testers and I have sent the blanket and all the yarn to Chris in the US. She is going to finish the blanket for me as and when. It was such a relief to me, I felt so much lighter having found a solution for it! Whenever Chris finishes the blanket she will post it in the Facebook group. Or even some progress! Enjoy crocheting the Pandora Blanket, Chris!! Thanks for watching! Anja xxx

[@AnonymousAmyMakes]

Fantastic!!! Chris does fantastic work so I know she will do a phenomenal job on your blanket. 💗

[@sisselsworld]

That was a smart idea, Anja. I LOVE the colors!

[@kendenta2207]

Great Anja. I'm pleased to hear it has been repurposed. Again, a very lovely pattern as well. Take care. Ken 🐻

[@vegangelist]

Chris is a lucky woman! This is gorgeous!

[@leaht4505]

What a great idea. This will be beautiful! I know what you feel like, I just had to repurpose a quilt project that I completely lost interest in💚

[@ruby07241]

I like making blankets that start from center. That way you don't really have to worry about the size. You just go as far as you want.

[@lisaheyob951]

I enjoy making from the center out too

[@marionmathews9852]

It’s so awful when you lose interest. Every project is started with great enthusiasm, but if boredom sets in for whatever reason it’s very difficult to continue. I’ve been there many times. Thanks for your honesty Anja.

[@OpheliaTalks]

Maybe it was the yarn, I don't know. Thank you for watching Marion Mathews ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@AnonymousAmyMakes]

TWO DAYS ANJA!!!!!!! I can't wait 😁😁😁 I lose interest on things often. I try to make myself finish things because if not I'd have a house full of WIPS 😂🤣 But sometimes I get to a point where I really dislike a project so I put it to the side. It is quite normal. It's good to see I'm not the only one. Take care Anja ❤️

[@Janetmanrot]

I love your four legged helper.

[@donnacreativeblessings4098]

I have found that turning my work makes for a much neater and straighter square.

[@Casinogirl56]

I am totally getting you. Sometimes you just get stuck, then a few weeks later the urge to work on it again just hits you. I feel better knowing it's not just me. I love your channel and your kitty is majestic.

[@eileenlynch6896]

So glad I’m not the only one to do this…. I have done this a few times thanks Anja for your honesty…much appreciated💕💕

[@emaanlovescrochet1356]

That’s a lovely pattern Anja. It’s a comfort to know you struggle like I do. Thank you for sharing this with us. 🥰

[@sandygrogg1203]

Yes, it does happen to all of us … and that is so good to know, and to understand how normal it is to simply lose interest in a project.. \I sometimes eventually pick the forgotten project up again, but sometimes I just frog the thing, and start something else. Thankfully, your project will actually have a new home… with hands waiting to embrace it… Yay!

[@nancyh762]

Anja: I was very relieved to hear you 'confess' to losing interest in a project!! During this pandemic/past 18 months, I've started various blankets, either different patterns or different colorways. Nearly all are baby blankets to be given to a local hospital this coming Christmas. I found that the various WIPs actually helps me keep moving forward. I also have a thanks you for a tip within this Pandora blanket. The two chains, followed by one double crochet at a corner...which is then connected at the end of the round by a slip stitch in the double--- laying the slip stich on the top of the two chains looks soooo clean-n-neat. I've never really liked how my row-ending played out in granny square patterns because I used 3 chains in place of that first double. The two chains with a slip stitch on top is perfect.

[@academicant6438]

Lovely yarn. But for 36.99 per cake, I would have had to frog the project and started another. I'm glad you found a solution that worked for you.

[@kandybowden8444]

Been there myself with a project, but I love this, it tickled me pink seeing Layla walking across the screen. Give her a hug from me please x

[@katievioletthedivadog8662]

So glad that Chris is going to finish it for you! I can’t wait to see it done.

[@rwords3056]

This is a -wonderful- pattern! I crochet a lot of items for charity, from donated or thrifted yarns. I often don't know how far the yarn will go, but with this pattern, that's just fine. The Stylecraft batik you used is so pretty.

[@BBHubbs]

What a lovely yet simple pattern. Great for mindless crochet time. Thank you for being real! I think we all have had the experience of excitement to begin a project and then lost the motivation to keep on with it. What an important part of our hobby, actually. We learn from all our projects... finished or not. XXX

[@OpheliaTalks]

So true. Thank you for watching jenna daneels ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@leeannstearns9923]

Lovely colors…. 🥰. A journey that starts and stops and eventually resumes…. 👍🧶❤️

[@stageluvr91]

Been there, done that. Unless I have a specific project I’m making for someone, I have had times where I lose the will to continue a project. Lol

[@josiebridges3583]

It's beautiful, Anja. I look forward to doing borders, a challenge and then satisfaction.

[@debraperruzzi7933]

Thank you for your honesty. I like when they start from inside out. Love this pattern

[@OpheliaTalks]

You’re welcome 😊 Thank you for watching Debra Perruzzi ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@deborahwortham4051]

Another winner pattern. I love your colors as purples and greens are my favorites. However I have trouble with the color changing cakes. I ended up cutting up 6 cakes as they’re all wound different so the project looked wonky with the way the colors rolled off the cake. My OCD couldn’t deal with that lol. I do have 2 more cake sets with wonderful colors so I’ll use this quick and easy pattern and the blankets will be whatever we end up with. Here goes … Love your videos and get mesmerized watching your crochet technique. I look like I’m hacking through the jungle but somehow get ‘er done.

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you for watching DEBORAH WORTHAM ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@jaznz53]

I have 20 plus WIPs. I lose interest fast. Within hands reach I have 3 on the go right now.

[@29joycequinteroresto]

It was really coming out beautiful. The yarn is beautiful. I actually have a WIP that I started a couple months ago with some yarn that I've had since forever & decided to start a square and use all the yarn in that colorway. Still waiting for me to pick it up again. I will someday.

[@jackia8815]

Nice project. Green is my favorite color.

[@irenekarava]

Always looking forward to see your video's !! I enjoy them and have learned alot from you...a big thank u!! and the Pandora blanket is beautiful...🥰🙏

[@cyanl1]

Oh Anja, I certainly understand losing interest. It happens to all of us, I think. But I do like this pattern and I think it will work very well as a Granny Square Top, a series I'm working on right now. Good job and thanks 😊

[@barbsdee3831]

I have this yarn and in the same colour. It’s beautiful, thank you for showing us this lovely pattern 😘

[@OpheliaTalks]

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

[@grandmasmagic3858]

I'm in agreement with you there Anja..I can be working on a project, get so far with it and then I'm over it and want to look/start another project..if I'm making for someone specific then I'll push myself to finish it, but if it's just a project I'm doing to keep myself busy then it turns into a WIP..

[@fel944]

Hi Ophelia thanks for sharing on how to make a granny square how are you doing today I am doing fine today stay safe hugs 💙💙💙

[@delladearest2511]

So lovely pattern and yarn!

[@kendenta2207]

Anja. The crochet pattern you have selected works out very well indeed. I would think it's the yarn that has you at a standstill with the project. I would stick with stylecraft special dk for this blanket. That way you can control the colors to your liking. Nice execution in the pattern. A lovely attempt. 🐻

[@Chrisc1995]

I’ve been the same and I thought something is wrong with me. Thank you Anja. Now I feel much better ❤️

[@luvtocraft]

Aww, maybe you’ll revisit it in the near future and complete it or frog it like you said.

[@ferozabhikoo3437]

I love this pattern. I made a shawl earlier in the year similar to this only it was 1 row solid and 1 row boxes, I enjoyed making it. I'll probably give this a try. Thanks Anja

[@paulalizotte4298]

I am definitely making this blanket when I get done with my other blankets.

[@moniquecarcel5500]

I love this stitch Anya. Thank you for sharing it with us. X

[@OpheliaTalks]

You’re welcome 😊

[@gwenconrad7268]

I love your Honesty!!! Its A beautiful blanket and I LOVE THE COLORS of the yarn!! Thank you!!😇

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you for watching Gwen Conrad ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@hollyoswald7808]

I stopped doing granny square crochet because I got tired of doing the same stitches…I’m not as accomplished as you but despite the fact double crochets are my favorite stitch, any pattern that is too repetitive, I rarely finish without interrupting.

[@9sandiegal]

Gorgeous

[@maryrocker3792]

That kat is the cutest 💞

[@OpheliaTalks]

She really is, princess Layla

[@bonniecawley2487]

I started one but yours is beautiful mine is browns and greys

[@Janetmanrot]

I love your videos. You explain everything so perfectly!❤

[@OpheliaTalks]

Thank you so much Steve! Glad you like the tutorials, Anja x

[@ljpatterson1]

I saw this and thought I could use the concept and make a retangle blanket using a variegated yarn called granite with black and grey yarns for an older boy's blanet, thanks for the idea, I love your patterns by the way, Thanks for sharing

[@OpheliaTalks]

Brilliant! Thank you for watching Leeora Patterson ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@christineburrows4892]

i love your videos. been following you on u tube since before you started your live videos on Sunday nights.

[@OpheliaTalks]

Awesome! Thank you! Keep watching, some exciting stuff coming out, Anja x

[@sylviavandersman1230]

Lovely yarn.

[@barbaraexume]

Pretty colored yRn. Yes, I think that happens to all of us. I no it has to me.. I've made almost complete items n didn't like it n frog it

[@bonnieblahovich2848]

Nice yarn love the colors

[@daryllynn5406]

Thanks for sharing?! And music is devine

[@OpheliaTalks]

Glad you liked it! Thank you for watching Daryl Lynn ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@jessicarabbit1164]

Pretty colors!

[@The1952trouble]

I don't have any DK weight yarn in my stash while I have boxes and boxes of four ply that I will use.

[@OpheliaTalks]

Oh yes, hold 2 strands together and it will make a wonderful blanket, good luck, Anja x

[@nuriecarelse4531]

Beautiful 😍

[@julielea5355]

I have this exact yarn I might try this pattern it looks nice

[@OpheliaTalks]

Go for it! Thank you for watching Julie Lea ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@samanthabott1561]

Lovely blanket shame you gave up on it I am the same though I’ve had a shawl in a bag half finished off over a year now I can see if getting frogged 😂

[@shirleykelley7753]

I love it thinks for sharing

[@bonnieblahovich2848]

Love this thank you for sharing ❤💕

[@carolynyoung7820]

Beautiful! I would like to add it to my "to-do patterns". But I am just a little confused - do turn after every row or just after the box rows?

[@M.T.44]

Do you think it's possible for me to make this pandora project with two hexagons for a cardigan?

[@gracielashumate8639]

Beautiful yarn where can I buy? Thank you for showing to make this pattern 😊😘🌺🌹🌷🌸🌼

[@OpheliaTalks]

Hello Graciela, it's Stylecraft brand, maybe try Wool Warehouse! Good luck, Anja x

[@elspaessens5955]

Can you make this one in a rectangle shape? Cause I make blankets for a good cause but they have to be 90x100cm, 100x120cm or 120x150cm

[@OpheliaTalks]

Yes Els, all you do is make the start with a chain then crochet both sides of it instead of making a circle. Anja x

[@sandrapatenaude186]

How frequent do you switch direction?

[@OpheliaTalks]

every time I do a boxes row.

[@imanebenchekroun6247]

Hello it's happening to me also I don't know why 😀

[@caytecatastrophe8591]

I really enjoy your videos! Is there a written pattern for this blanket somewhere?

[@OpheliaTalks]

No, sorry, only the video, Anja x

[@susanlewis5226]

I have this exact wool. How many balls did it take to complete please?

[@OpheliaTalks]

Hi Susan, if you watch the video to the end you will see I never finished it, I just lost my enthusiasm for it and put it away. Anja x

[@bethdoughty114]

My guess is that the dark bits were too dark and/or too long and the tedium of working through them was sapping your enthusiasm!

[@tonypeterson1056]

Is there a way to make this in a circle? I want to make my mom a table cover !

[@OpheliaTalks]

Of course, you can. Please have a look at this video on how to crochet a flat circle, I even show you a trick to make it perfect. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZ2bhXWLd9OIf8k Thank you for watching Tony Peterson ! Anja xxx 💕🌈

[@tonypeterson1056]

Thank you so very much!!! I am working on a lot of your wip’s!!!

[@normaorellana1993]

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