Today I finished up my sister's gift...
The Fisherman's Basketweave as I like to call it. The pattern is from Aran Afghans to Crochet by Bonnie Barker; it's a Leisure Arts booklet. I used Wool-Ease in Fisherman for the gift. I did leave off one of the repeat sections. But, at 53 x 75 without the fringe, I think it's large enough to snuggle under while watching a movie or reading a book.
Dear sis said she would really like one someday after I made the wedding one this past summer. So, I bit the bullet and stitched away...
and away...
I'm so relieved happy to have it finished!
:-)
A special gift for a special sister.
"A sister is a forever friend."
- Author Unknown -
Merry Christmas
HDP
Oh my goodness Heather, that is a work of art!!! She will love it forever and ever! What a wonderful gift!! Was it hard to make? It looks like it was!!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh...I just saw this over on Ravelry and had to come tell you how beautiful it is! It's really impressive. I so jealous that I don't have your patience! It's a wonderful gift to be cherished many years to come.
ReplyDeleteOh Heather, the afghan is gorgeous. Your sister is going to love it.
ReplyDeleteTeresa
Your sister is a very lucky lady to have a wonderful sister like you.
ReplyDeleteThe afghan is beautiful.
This is magniicent Heather. You work is beautiful. What a gift. This is a treasure for all time. Your sister will be thrilled.
ReplyDeleteJust absolutely beautiful. Destined to become a cherised family heirloom.
ReplyDeleteHi Heather,
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautiful, your sister is very lucky to have you. I'm sure she's going to love it. I've been looking through your blog at your crochet and I love the log cabin afghan, it's just beautiful. I want to make one some day. Thank you for your lovely comments over at mine, I had a great weekend.
Lots of love,
Emma xxxxxx
It's beautiful Heather. Your sister is so lucky. :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful afghan - what a lot of love went into all those stitches!
ReplyDeleteI enjoy your blog very much. Happy Holidays.
That is beautiful! I so admire your perseverance on such a big and intricate project. You have a very lucky sister!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful Heather! You're a great sister!
ReplyDeleteIt is so pretty. I'm about ready to make an afghan, I'm getting a little tired making scarf's for everyone. :)
ReplyDeleteOh, and I can't believe you can take those pictures outside. We still have some snow on the ground (very little) but it's cold. :)
STUNNING!!! Hey .. I'm an only child, can I be your sister? lol Thanks for sharing your work with us.
ReplyDeleteJulie Andrea
Dear Heather,
ReplyDeletemany, many thanks for your kind words on my blog!
I'm happy you found me via Debi.
I just adore this gorgeous blanket for your sister! My God, how beautiful ... absolutely gorgeous!
I also wish you a nice week and now I am a new follower of your wonderful blog.
Send you many Greetings,
Marion
a lovely heartfelt treasure made by your own hands and given to a loved one..nothing better than this. It is beautiful, and a definate treasure.
ReplyDeleteGoodness! Your gift for your sister is abundantly breathtaking Heather. Wow!!!!! She is lucky to have you! Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteThank you for all your nice comments, you are all very sweet. :-)
ReplyDeleteThe afghan is amazing! Congratulations on such great work! And in a short time too!! Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteYou do serious work.
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely impressed. You always pick a terrific pattern with lots of interest in it and then absolutely do it justice.
Happy Holiday!
Marcia (lancbt)
Absolutely GORGEOUS!!!
ReplyDeleteI am sure she will treasure it forever! ♥
Very beautiful crochet blanket. Love it! Definitely a nice sister gift.
ReplyDeleteoh my goodness heather,this blanket is amazing.wonderful gift for your sister.
ReplyDeletei wish you a wonderful week,
love regina
BEAUTIFUL!!!! I'm so jealous.
ReplyDeleteSimply stunning! I wish I had your patience and talent.
ReplyDeleteIt is a big, gorgeous, snuggly blanket for sure. She will love it! Happy holidays. Tammy
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning! I'm sure your sister is going to love it.
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