The Virus Blanket Crochet Tutorial! (Part 2)

[@marysharp9754]

YOU ARE A GREAT TEACHER. EVERY STEP IS WELL PLANNED AND CLEARLY SEEN.

[@marcusdunham8896]

Yours was the only tutorial on this project I was able to fully grasp, and I sincerely thank you for that!

[@suelou56]

You are such a great teacher. Thanks for all you do😊

[@momgrandma5496]

You don’t leave us thinking, ‘Wait, what?’. Thank you for taking the extra time and your patience in giving us that little bit more to make sure we understand.

[@valeriehoward6603]

You are a skilled teacher. You give precise directions, break them into bite-sized pieces, speak slowly yet concisely, and are encouraging.Your camera angles are excellent. The viewer can always see what you are describing. Lastly, you review frequently and look to help us put it all together. Nicely done. Thank you for all of your videos!!

[@beckybeutler2976]

I finished my COVID virus blanket thanks to your assistance! You are a wonderful instructor!

[@christianwarrioracademy4893]

I wish there were 10 like buttons, because I'd hit them all. You are such a great teacher. You work for understanding of the pattern as a whole instead of teaching stich-to-stich. I love that you explain the WHY and the HOW so that we understand how it all comes together. This is the first project of yours I've seen, but I am subscribed now and looking forward to everything else you have in store! Thank you for your time, patience, and skill.

[@patriciagonzalez3676]

Wow - that is exactly what I was thinking. This is the first project of his for me as well and I can't be more excited to finish this one so can watch the next project video. What a great teacher you are!!!!

[@vivianiacoboni6273]

I second this comment!

[@davidbarry4126]

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[@albabates2543]

Hello! Just want to say you are the best in tutorials. I tried other tutorials and found them to be much too fast and too convoluted. My niece told me about you and I'm hooked. You take the time to explain each part of the pattern. Even though I've been crocheting over 50 yrs, I can always learn a bit more. Thank you for being a great teacher.

[@jeanperren6094]

Thank you so much. You have helped me by showing exactly where each stitch goes and not rushing onto the next stitch before I have understood the procedure. Cheerio from sunny Queensland, Australia.

[@nancybryant6647]

I love your teaching. You’re very clear and easy to follow. Plus, your voice is soothing to me. I’m left handed, but I can reverse your instructions easily. I’m making this blanket for a friend. I love the pattern. And the mathematical symmetry is fun to see unfold.

[@nj8115]

I’m a few years late but i decided to try something new. This is as easy as you make it look. You do a most excellent job of explaining and showing. And it works up fast. And since you always give us permission to run to the pace of whatever music we’re listening to, i made a tiny slight change that truly works for me. THANKS!!!

[@donnalynch4846]

So loved these two videos. You are the BEST teacher!!!!! I've crocheted for over 40 years, but a recent chronic illness has made it very difficult for me to learn new patterns. But your teaching style is so good that I could easily follow along. Thank you!!!

[@davidbarry4126]

Very simple to understand.,..

[@TheWirdbird]

Found you through another crochet video. During quarantine my projects have been working out nicely. I have not crocheted in about 20 years, and I find that there are so many sources on the internet nowadays, and this video is one of the better instructional videos. Now I will attempt to continue along on this project. Then I will block the piece and give it to my niece. Thanks very much.

[@SilverCottage]

i LOVE this pattern. I am using it as the center piece of a baby blanket and could not be happier with it. You are a GREAT teacher.

[@franlloyd7922]

All of your videos are wonderful, not too detailed for the experienced crocheter, yet very concise for the newbies. Thank you for the time you spend doing this! You rock!!!

[@juliedengler6007]

Always wanted to learn this stitch and now I have a good start on a whole afghan. Thanks for making it so easy. Love your channel.

[@merleelee1]

Although another video was well done, I had trouble when I got to repeating the four rows. I watched both of your videos and suddenly it became perfectly clear. You rock!

[@kg3261]

Love how you explain everything. You camera is just right so every stitch is very clear! Thank you for sharing!!!

[@dreamweaver2u]

You are an amazing teacher! You make it so easy to follow along. Thank you.

[@sandijohnson6708]

Hi Fiber Spider! I'm making this for the first time. My cousin just gave birth to her rainbow baby, so this is what I'm making with the rainbow colored Mandela. I love everything about this video. Thank you so much for all you do ♡

[@monapedersen7482]

Maybe i'm crazy but..i dont know what i like the best..the way you teach or your calm voice ,just love the calmness it brings! 😁😁

[@reenie38]

By George I think I’ve got it, thank you I was trying to follow another person’s tutorial but they kept jumping between US and UK terms which was confusing the hell out of me, you though sir are amazing and my blanket is coming along a treat and for an absolute beginner it’s amazing.❤️ My blanket is done and even though it’s airy as in not a solid piece it is the warmest blanket ever, has pride and place on the end of my bed for the extra chilly nights here in Tassie.

[@katherinelewis2396]

Noreen, I was doing the same one you were speaking about. UK-US confused the hell out of me. I was so happy to locate Fiber Spider. As I followed him and his sweet voice, I stopped each time, and wrote it down. Now I'll have the written pattern, and I'm happy.

[@tammysouza4892]

your voice is so soothing, I love watching your tutorials. Your concise and clear and quite funny sometimes. Great work ; )

[@meredithf.1022]

My blanket is coming along beautifully, thanks to your excellent tutorials. Thank you Fiber Spider!

[@ruthannmolyneaux478]

I am enjoying your videos so, so much. Thanks loads for all that you offer. My husband and I may be listening to your narrations as well! These “children’s”

[@dianeanderson8561]

Just starting this blanket.....you are an amazing teacher....your voice is fabulous and the speed you do it is so easy to follow....thanks for such a wonderful time I had learning this stitch.....I thought it was going to be very hard as I had watched others and happy to say yours is the best.....cheers..............

[@MK-qg9ej]

Your part 1 and now part 2 makes the fourth video on the virus pattern, although my mother refers to the pattern as the owl face pattern because of the corners, I've seen and your tutorials are the easiest to understand. I've started the virus blanket three times and only by following your two videos have I actually moved past the second round of repeats. So far things are going well and hopefully I'll be able to finish it and present it to my sister in law as a Christmas gift this year. I plan to scroll through your other videos for ideas on what to make for everyone else, like those pretty fingerless gloves.

[@carolwilson4909]

Thank you for explaining this in a way I understood. A different video the person got me all confused. I really love the way my blanket turned out. Thank you again.

[@sandrabriguglio7347]

I love your virus tutorials. I am a beginner crocheted and I didn't think I could do this patter, but thanks to the way you teach i have been able to do this. Thank you very much, you are the best.

[@zingyflaps7757]

You broke this down in a way that is very easy to understand and follow. Thank you for this tutorial.

[@BubblyLady]

Thank you so much for a wonderful tutorial. You are so CLEAR with your instructions that even if one was a total beginner one could make this piece. Thank you - I thoroughly enjoyed this.

[@nowlanemilner2716]

Thank you for the tutorials this is the 6x I've come back for your help and reminding me how to start a project and get me through the changes in the patterns. I've learned so much from you. From a 45 yr Crocheter

[@Benbon901]

I have watched an amazing amount of videos for this blanket. And my counts always came out wrong, you were amazing, and I'm finally successful in this pattern. You're the best, and a very good teacher! I will crochet anything you make a video on. Thank you so much!!

[@sandivoigt2533]

I made a blanket in this pattern for my new Granddaughter a few years ago. And now I'm making it again for a friend's daughter who's having a baby. Love your videos.

[@marywildrichardson9778]

I love your videos. They're simple enough for my feeble mind to follow. Lol. Thank you.

[@Greybnk48]

I am now a dedicated yarnivore and spiderette! This is the clearest, most professional tutorial I have EVER watched...EVER! Watching you, I have found the mistakes I had been making on this pattern and now I'm on my way to success! Such a well organized tutorial, and bonus, I love your voice, it's very soothing! Thank you so much!

[@schnoozs]

Again....very informing. Your voice makes it so easy to follow and to keep from panicking. LOL

[@kelly5822]

Thank you so much. Your videos are always so clear and you are so patient. I love how you call everyone "dears". You are a very sweet man. :)

[@kellygirl43232]

The two part virus blanket is the first project of yours I have watched but I am so happy I found this video. You really do a great job teaching. The way you stopped working to show the pattern after every change in direction was amazing. So many other's tutorials just keep on going and don't show you what's under their hands which can be extremely frustrating sand leaves me lost at times. I have now made half of my virus blanket and I have you to thank for that! Can't wait to watch more. Great job!!

[@cindybailey3328]

This is a great tutorial. I’ve watched both parts. I may watch parts of it again. I love it and have wanted to learn how to do the Virus blanket for a while. Thank you. You are the Bob Ross of crochet. 🧶💕💕💕

[@davidbarry4126]

Hello

[@bookloverwholovestocook3669]

Dear Fiber Spider, thank you so much for your tutorial. I am making my virus blanket while watching your tutorials. Also, I found a fellow crocheter (I also knit) who enjoys cooking and good literature!

[@stacydougan4128]

Wow! That's all I can say. Thank you so much for creating this tutorial. Very detailed so you don't get lost. In the final explanation it brings all of the rounds together. It just clicked! Thank you...thank you...thank you.... :)

[@eveknowles8961]

Your the best, I love listening and learning from you.

[@cathywells9556]

I love your tutorials, this one is my favorite by far. Super easy once you get it down. Thank you for taking the time to teach us. Your amazing.

[@whalesong813]

Thank you so very much for this. I have seen pictures of the Virus blanket, attempted some of the written patterns, was unsuccessful, until now. You're a wonderful and gifted teacher, your breakdown and explanation of the patterns of the rounds is perfect. Again, a simple but heartfelt thank you.

[@sandrafunes9957]

I really love your tutorials. I am not a beginner but I am learning new stitches with you. Love your patience and humour. 😍❤️

[@taras1804]

I love your Virus Blanket tutorial. You are very patient and have a calming voice and you make beautiful work. Thank you for taking your time and showing this step by step. By the way, that part at 5:20 in the video where you say "this is not an actual space but skip over it", I think of that as skipping over "chain space, wonky space, chain space" since it wasn't a real space but i needed to call it something so I wouldn't crochet into it. Not exactly a professional term for it but whatever keeps me on track right? LOL. Thanks again.

[@marygibbons2130]

I like the granny virus shawl

[@JanelleDidit-py5dk]

Thank you, thank you! Your wonderful videos have helped this left hander to learn more than I thought possible. I first watched the virus video two years ago when I had Covid. I did a lot of unpicking and rewatching, it was wonderful. Used the lionbrand mandala yarn and am on my third mandala virus but had to come back and rewatch as left a large non crochet gap. Followed the virus scarf pattern too. Have used other yarns for a queen bed size blanket. Seriously grateful for your videos and voice.

[@vivianiacoboni6273]

This was a very clear tutorial! Thank you so very much. I have looked at many.... this was by far the best! Good close-ups, able to see exactly which threads to insert the hook, doubled checked your counts, warned us of pitfalls, great pace...you were not rushed, very patient, and maintained enthusiasm for the project throughout. Thank you sooo much! Can’t wait to try other projects with you.

[@MsShashalou]

Thank you for this wonderful Virus Blanket tutorial! You are a great teacher. I have only been crocheting for 3 months and I am able to easily follow you. I am making the blanket for a scholarship fundraiser in memory of my Uncle who passed away in 2016. Thank you for your time and patience. Sharyn

[@betsymeza8879]

Thanks for your great tutorials! I am learning so much and thanks for pointing out places in this pattern where it's easy to make a mistake 😀 You're a wonderful teacher!

[@fibercelt01]

Thank you. I love your teaching style. Easy to take your instructions and change them to meet my needs. Your efforts to show what the pattern should look like, and how many stitches you should have make a huge difference. The love the virus pattern - The pattern grows, and grows - THEN MULTIPLIES. I think of the "web work" as healthy tissue - that gets smaller with each row! Scary. I end my blankets/shawls with the picot stitch - which I think of as the antivirus - stopping the virus. Of course, I have called at least one of my shawls The Covid Virus.

[@shelleysmith4498]

Appreciate the time and energy you have put into this tutorial. The picture looks soooo complicated but after conquering the midwife I needed something new, and I’m doing just fine thank you. You and bagoday are the only ones that make it understandable. Thank you again and hi from Alberta Canada

[@paulaholsinger4604]

I Love all your tutorials too....I agree you have a very calming voice and you do take your time to make sure we know exactly what you are talking about. I was ready to give up many times, but you give me confidence to continue on! You really do rock Fiber Spider!!!

[@marysaraalvarez3856]

Amazing tutorial, love this pattern. You are so sweet, patient and kind. I will finish my blanky within the next 2 weeks. Thank you.

[@smike-lz8uf]

Fiber Spider is such a sweetie! Easy to listen to and such a good tutorial - I'm loving this. :-)

[@danalandman9455]

Your tutorial is the best. Easy to follow along with. Thank you!

[@geraldinemassingill7434]

I had watched 2 other videos and wasn't sure that I wanted to try this pattern. After watching yours I truly get it! Thank you for making it clear and simple and showing us how to make it easy to know where we are at in the pattern.

[@sandijohnson6708]

2nd time I've made this using your video. Fiber Spider, you are an excellent instructor. Thank you so much for choosing to crochet with us 🤗🥰😘

[@elsemiekdejong8983]

Thank you very much for this tutorial. You have a funny way of saying things. I kind of like it. So it’s a compliment. Best regards from Holland

[@janetdawes4063]

I'm so pleased I found this tutorial, I've been trying to do this pattern for ages with no luck your tutorial is so easy to follow thanks so much💖

[@melissaschantz4986]

I love your tutorials. I tweaked this one a little bit though and it came out great I did 10 then 20 then 40 in the beginning to make it lay flat. And starting in round eight I did the chain 5 for the corners and in the middle of the corners I did a chain 3 instead of chain 5 over the bridges. And it made it so that all the virus holes are the same size and it still sits flat.

[@lisadiannemoore7196]

I finally , finally got brave enough to try this! Thank you soooo much for the clear instructions!! I’m so happy 😀

[@susanmoroney6003]

Fantastic! I often find it hard to follow a video preferring written instructions, but you make it so clear and easy to follow along, thank you so much! PS I love your accent, I could listen to you all day :)

[@lindaparr8356]

You’ve made this pattern exceptionally simple to follow. I greatly appreciate your ability to clearly explain so that as a beginner crocheter I do not feel overwhelmed. Kudos!

[@haleyclarke8214]

I have previously usually struggled following tutorials.....and then I found you. Thank you, thank you thank you ! You are so good . I'm so glad I found you 👍🏻

[@janetlepre7555]

Great tutorial - so organized and clear. I like this pattern very much and will use it often, I'm sure. Thank you for your skill, effort and patience!

[@jonstaify]

I find that your tutorials are easier to follow than some of the women out there! I crochet shawls and blankets for the less fortunate at local nursing homes. I like to give each one a different pattern to make it more personal. This looks so complicated and it's not! Keep your tutorials coming!!

[@cathymac6472]

your voice is so soothing. your tutorial is so clear. thank you so much for making these videos....

[@swilson8194]

I have been running across this pattern and I thought it was going to be so hard. Thank you for your tutorials you made this clear and simple. I have watched other videos and they made them so complicated. I can’t wait to watch your other tutorials

[@Slickeditz12]

You know you are the best. Thank you for another amazing tutorial. I know I'm a bit late but so glad I found you

[@stephaniewhite7186]

You are AWESOME!! I’m a crochet newbie. Your tutorial is the best! I’ve been working on this for two days. It’s turning out to be a beauty! Thanks Fiber Spider!! Keep it going! I can’t wait to learn more from you!

[@lisamctaggart3004]

Thank you so much for the wonderful instructions!!! You are a fabulous teacher

[@MarianDelVecchio]

You are incomparable and lovely to teach crochet!

[@kimberlykcmcrochet4489]

Thank you so much making a baby blanket for a coworker, and so far so good. You are so kind to share your talent.

[@blueak]

I've been eyeing this for a while but it looked so complicated I was scared to try. I should have known that your instruction would make it very doable, even for a relative newbie. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@kililoveschad]

Thank you so much for this video series! A fellow crochet friend saw me making the virus shawl, and asked if I'd seen this blanket, and I freaked! LOL!! I can't wait to start it!!! Love your calm voice, and how detailed you are with explaining everything. Thank you!!!

[@bellesmommy93]

Im totally new here,, i just came across your videos about two weeks..maybe three weeks ago.. i watched your waffle pattern tutorial and i actually made one!! (Came out amazing) Buuuut I LOVEEEE your videos, I watched two other videos trying to learn this and they didn't clarify and SHOW as well as you did. Your voice is very soothing to listen to and you make such gorgeous products. New fav KZbinr

[@toniswedberg]

I am so glad I stumbled upon your tutorials! You are very explanatory which is what I need, I need too much info for every possible question in my mind when trying to make things I am not familiar with. Your narration style is wonderful!

[@jkhall9665]

Another nice edge is reverse single crochet. I also use that stitch to put blocks together. You are a great teacher. Very zen day. Made it love it. See you have several I will be trying. Usually listen to Eckart Tolle. You are just as calming.

[@SouthpawPatty]

Thank you! I did the whole thing by learning from your videos. You explained every single thing perfectly!

[@tightarsetouring3560]

so i'm ecstatic as i've finally been able to work out and identify the stitch placement, understanding the "web" is the most important initial step in the process - I'd frogged so many times, and seeking counsel from the wonderful group on the australian crochet facebook page, i was advised to count count and recount, and follow your tutorial! and your advice in invaluable! i think i got it! hope you understand how great this is, feels like such an achievement, and already know that my next project is your virus meets granny blankie... thank you fibre spider!

[@greenfire6545]

Love you and your calm serene voice to bits. Thank you so much.

[@lookitsria]

Thank you for making this a two part video! I really helped me understand how to start repeating. I'm on my way with my own virus blanket!

[@janna777jd]

Your an awesome teacher and I love your work. Thank you.

[@marilynwilliams7727]

Thank you. You are the best! Love, love, love your projects!

[@charanjitbains9629]

Hiya. I have just followed this video clip. Oh my, you are sooo good. Love it. I can understand it so much better now! Thank you✌🏽💕

[@junehogan5788]

Thank you so much for the easy to follow instructions on how to perfectly do this beautiful blanket. Much appreciated .

[@joannaworthington7010]

Thank you for such clear instructions for this lovely pattern! I love it 💙💜💛💚

[@davidbarry4126]

She really is a good teacher...how are you

[@cdiggs7723]

Thank you for sharing this. I always enjoy your presentations.

[@bloominglovelycakes9610]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. This is the third item I have crocheted and I love it. Your teaching methods are so cool showing me how to really break down and understand the pattern which has helped me with other projects x

[@melissabroyhill9306]

U r a great teacher! Keep the videos coming!

[@clnrp]

I want to thank you so much for this tutorial. This is the first time I watched one of your videos and really wanted to do this stitch but was intimidated. You helped me to fully understand and complete the blanket. You are amazing, a brilliant teacher. Thank you.

[@kastacey87]

I struggled so much with this pattern on paper and with other tutorials! Yours was perfect for me! Thanks so much for all of your hard work and help!! 😍

[@carolehesp2898]

Thank you so much for these 2 tutorials, your work is so easy to follow and you explain the pattern really well. I have a few friends who have expecting babies this year so I will be making Virus Blankets for their little ones. Many Thanks again x x

[@Lafayette92]

Fantastic tutorial! I am making one myself with burgandy, tan, and black to match my couch! I can't wait for it to be finished!

[@purposeful7528]

Had almost given up on thie virus blanket until I saw your video. Quickly saw where I was making my mistakes(where you said to watch) and now I am stritching away. Making my blanket in Caron Cakes spice cake and it is beautiful. Nice autumn pumpkin color. Favorite time of year.

[@jessicabennett7759]

Yvonne Gann I think thats what makes a good tutorial good. Pointing out common mistakes is SO helpful!

[@melodymaben5917]

Yvonne Gann they look very nice with the Caron Cakes. I'm doing one in that and Red Heart Ombre in Violet

[@asixfootbettyjl1633]

Thank you so much for such a comprehensive video!

[@anneedgar3484]

Love love love your tutorial! I’m a beginner and I finally made something that wasn’t a scarf or a basic granny square. Thanks for being a great teacher!

[@debraguggenheim7921]

You have gotten me out of doing a granny Square baby blanket that I have been doing for years, I have try the Kaleidoscope Granny square blanket making for my 4 year old grandson full bed. Then I saw the Virus Blanket Crochet, and love doing that one. With your easy instructions and slowly moving hands. Thanks