So recently I have been feeling like such an old
lady. I have decided to crochet scarves for all of my friend’s upcoming
birthdays. (So beware, if you befriend me, then expect a scarf for your
birthday!) I feel like it has become easy enough for me to crochet a scarf in a
decent amount of time. I also think that something handmade and personal makes
a much better gift than store-bought and not so personal. So here’s the rundown
on what I’m working on or have finished:
Krista (turning 22 on March 5): A
yellow/green/brown/cream colored granny square scarf that has a scalloped
edging around it. The primary color of the scarf is yellow. It’s nice and
bright, but also kind of yogi/hippie-ish in its coloring. I feel this is
appropriate for Krista because she was definitely born in the wrong decade! She
is a 60s/70s girl at heart and would give anything to go to a Janis Joplin or
The Doors concert.
Laura (turning 21 on March 10): She is also getting
a similar style granny square scarf with scalloped edging, as is Krista.
Laura’s is a bit dressier in its coloring and style, less fun and free-formed
(if you could say that about a scarf!). The primary color of this scarf is navy
blue, with coral and cream accents within each square (varying patterns of the
colors). I thought these would be good colors for Laura because she just got an
internship with the county’s prosecutor’s office, so she will be in a somewhat
business-like environment. She also has a dress coat which is navy, so it will
match perfectly!
Jess (turning 22 on April 11): Jess is my penpal
from England, and I know she likes anything cute, handmade, and thoughtful. For
her, I am making this lacey-type scarf that is a dark coral color. It is a
single color, but the design in the scarf is pretty, fun, and elegant. I think
she will really love this scarf because it isn’t your typical granny square,
and it isn’t your typical crochet either.
Stephen (turning 20 on June 28): For Stephen I am
making a zigzag scarf. I haven’t decided whether I want to use muted colors,
that would be fabulous for fall, or if I want to go crazy and use his favorite
colors which are turquoise/aqua and orange; along with accent colors like
cream, brown or black. I know that either way he will love it because it will
be as unique as he is. I’m looking forward to this scarf a lot because Stephen
is my crochet friend, and we can talk about patterns, current projects, our
want for bamboo crochet hooks, and everything else that “normal” 20-somethings
wouldn’t necessarily be discussing while chatting over coffee. I’m also excited
because I have never attempted to make a zigzag pattern, but he assures me it
isn’t too hard since he is making a blanket using a similar pattern.
Photos to come once each project is completed!
Happy Crocheting & Happy Birthdays!
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