Saturday, November 26, 2011

Around the World with Love Blanket

WHOA! I am so excited about this project. So here it goes. My goal is to get a person from each of the 50 states to help with this. Heck I think it would be even more awesome if we got people out of the USA to help! SO spread the word friends!!! Some may be wondering what I will use this for. I am about to graduate college and become an elementary teacher. I think this is a wonderful thing that I could share with the students. How we all have stories, how we are the same/different, and yet we were able to come together and make something beautiful :)
  • DUE DATE (to join in on the fun)- February 1st!
  • DUE DATE (to have the square to me)- February  26th- 3 months! 
  • Each person is to CROCHET/KNIT a 6x6 inch square. This can be a Granny Square or any stitch that you would like, but only 6x6! please! If you want to learn how to do a granny square check out this video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBZNWeVmAa0
  • I want it to represent something that is important to you in your life. Either by the colors you use, the decorations you attach to it and so on. Be creative and have fun. (Ex: I could do my college colors and then add an applique of the mascot)
  •  I would LOVE it if you would take a picture of yourself with the square and I will create a photo album on https://www.facebook.com/pages/Granny-In-Style/195714050446750. So we know who made what.
  • Please send an email to nlamort@hotmail.com and I will send you my address for you to send the square to. If you want, leave a note with the square telling me your story about the square. This will be the caption of your photo.In the email please leave what state you are from. I'm compiling a list of locations :)
  • Make sure to leave about 1/4 inch around the border so I am able to attach all the squares together. **UPDATE: I have had a few questions about this. What I mean is when decorating your square and you are possibly attaching something other than yarn (appliques, ribbon, etc....) leave some room along the border so I do not ruin your design by sewing into it when I am attaching it to another square. Hope that clarifies some of your questions. Leave a comment below if you need anything else.
    Most importantly just have fun! Doesn't have to be complicated.  Everyone has a story. Some good, some bad. Lets get creative and share it. Hope you find this as enjoyable as I do. I am way too excited!! Lets get CRAFTY!
    UPDATES WILL BE POSTED HERE: http://grannyinstyle.blogspot.com/p/around-world.html
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    32 comments:

    1. RaiHaminaNovember 26, 2011 at 9:23 PM

      exciting project and sooo tempted to be part of it. but im wayyyy from Malaysia...

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    2. Mrs. KNovember 26, 2011 at 9:43 PM

      You should SO do it :)

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    3. AnonymousNovember 27, 2011 at 9:42 PM

      I am going to get my yarn out tomorrow and figure out what colors I want to use. I look forward to sending in a square. Can I make one for me and one for my husband (he is a combat veteran and currently active duty Marine)? His could be from California and Mine would be from SC.

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    4. Mrs. KNovember 28, 2011 at 6:30 AM

      Hey Sara- You sure can make one for you and the husband. Ive got one from CA already but thats alright. Let him know that we're proud of his service and to kick butt (not the word I wanted to use :))

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    5. Jennifer WaltersNovember 28, 2011 at 9:08 AM

      I'm all over it :D gonna watch the video and get crackin :D

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    6. Mrs. KNovember 28, 2011 at 9:19 AM

      Awesome Jenn! I'll put you down! I have faith in you :)

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    7. Mrs. KNovember 28, 2011 at 9:23 AM

      FYI!! I forgot to mention on https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.310022445682576.79281.195714050446750&type=1
      There will be an updated map (every few days) on what states are participating so far.
      Once you have your picture you can post it on my Wall as well and I'll add it to the album :)

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    8. UnknownNovember 28, 2011 at 11:40 AM

      hey im from the uk London and would love to help you out

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    9. Mrs. KNovember 28, 2011 at 11:58 AM

      Hey- send me an email please. Thanks!

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    10. Moody GladysNovember 28, 2011 at 1:25 PM

      Sound like a great idea. I maybe have enough time to do 6 x 6 granny square. I am from Maryland.

      I don't know if you are familiar with www.ravelry.com. this is a website for crochet and knitter lover. It's free to sign up. And maybe you can get 40 or more states. Good luck. I'll inbox you my email. Gladys

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    11. Mrs. KNovember 28, 2011 at 1:32 PM

      Yes I have a ravelry- Just never used it. haha GREAT IDEA! I'll see if I can post on there. THANKS! I'll put you on my list for Maryland:) I'll be looking forward to your email.

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    12. KerryNovember 28, 2011 at 3:01 PM

      Just seen your post on Ravelry! I'm from England could I do a square?! Seems like such a lovely idea!!

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    13. Mrs. KNovember 28, 2011 at 3:04 PM

      Yes of course! I would LOVE for you to! Send me an email and I'll add you to the list :)

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    14. MargaretNovember 28, 2011 at 6:13 PM

      Email sent from Saskatchewan, Canada.

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    15. Barb DouyardNovember 30, 2011 at 8:09 AM

      Michigan is already represented. Can I play too?

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    16. Mrs. KNovember 30, 2011 at 8:37 AM

      You sure can Barb. Please send me an email :)

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    17. AnonymousNovember 30, 2011 at 9:56 AM

      Alabama looks lonely. I can fill that gap:) Emailing you now.

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    18. Mrs. KNovember 30, 2011 at 10:08 AM

      YAY JOY! Got it, thank you. Thanks for no letting Alabama be lonely anymore :)

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    19. Marta VidalDecember 7, 2011 at 1:27 PM

      This is going to be Absolutely Fabulous! I am a beginner, but let go for a few months,, but let me tell ya, this crocheting is relaxing for me!

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    20. maleahblissDecember 10, 2011 at 3:31 AM

      I live in Utah. i'll make you one. :)

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    21. JenVidalDecember 11, 2011 at 11:34 PM

      are you taking more than one from each state?

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    22. Mrs. KDecember 12, 2011 at 6:13 AM

      Yes I am :) Maleahbliss- I emailed you back :)

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    23. Just meDecember 15, 2011 at 8:50 PM

      I've shared on my FB page and will participate. But, um, there is a typo at the beginning - "state" should be single. (Aunt J is a retired teacher/principal).
      Does it matter the yarn weight? My first crochet experience was with thread, not yarn.
      Kate

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    24. Mrs. KDecember 15, 2011 at 9:10 PM

      Thanks for letting me know! I fixed it :) I had a message on there earlier and it said I had 3 states left. So when I changed it I completely forgot to erase it.

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    25. AnonymousDecember 16, 2011 at 9:41 AM

      The call went out & here I am!!! Your Montana Hooker!!! :0) Love your teaching idea...I was a teacher for many years! Please send me a reminder AFTER the first week in Jan....things are crazy fun here with the holidays & I don't want to forget ;)

      crescendogal@yahoo.com

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    26. LouiseDecember 28, 2011 at 2:37 PM

      Can I make two, as one for Hong Kong and one for the UK?

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    27. Mrs. KDecember 28, 2011 at 2:39 PM

      sure :)

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    28. LouiseDecember 28, 2011 at 4:17 PM

      Thanksx

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    29. mariaJanuary 14, 2012 at 5:31 PM

      Hi, I'm from Portugal...I would love to join you!!!
      Maria

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    30. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2012 at 5:25 PM

      My Granny Square was posted today from UK :)

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    31. DorisAugust 6, 2012 at 11:03 AM

      wow great idea, I just wish the yellow print didn't hurt my eyes so much...

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