My latest afghan is coming along. It is called Apache Tears and is worked one row at a time from right to left, the yarn is cut at the end of the row and then you go back and start another row. Therefore you end up with lots of ends. As I watched Survivor last Wednesday night I tied end after end. I double tied them because I have CDO...(Compulsive Disorder Obsessive).
Lots of ends to tie. They are trimmed short and ready to be inside the envelope border. But first you have to slip stitch all the way around the afghan. Slip stitches on the front are a single running stitch on the back. Next step it to begin the border. Soon I hope. I began this project on June 18th.
You have to imagine the running stitch on the back as I only took a photo of the front.
Envelope Border in process. I did not finish the border, I left it back at home in the woods to finish when we return.
Jen came over on Sunday morning, she helped load the vehicles and by early afternoon we were all unpacked at Jen and Andys. Sadie was very happy to see us!
Far Guy starts radiation treatments at the Cancer Center today…November 3rd.
Far Side
Yes, we also call it CDO - the letters just have to be in alphabetic order; I love your afghan! FIngers crossed for Far Guy.
ReplyDeleteHopefully, the radiation treatments go well. Of course it isn't a walk in the park, so I am thinking of you both.
ReplyDeleteWell, getting moved is done! At least you don't have to deal with shoveling snow and Sadie can keep you both company!
I am also making an Apache Tears blanket using scrap yarn like yours. I'm going to try the envelope edge. Last time I made this pattern I just braided those ends together. This makes a warmer blanket than like the C2C pattern. I love how easy the rows are and how fast they are going. Soon I'll be starting the edging border.
ReplyDeleteThat is absolutely gorgeous! Best of luck to Far Guy starting the radiation treatments.
ReplyDeletePraying no severe side effects from radiation treatments. Thankful you can stay with Jen and Andy during this time. RHill, TX
ReplyDeleteI am in awe of your talents with yarn! This is great!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful binding on the afghan. Keeping Far guy in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteThat blanket is amazing. I'm imagining the carrying of all those colours of yarn in each row! I love the envelope finish on the edges. Much better than having to sew in all those ends.
ReplyDeleteBest of luck to Far Guy as he goes through his treatments.
I love your afghan! Keeping you and Far Guy in my prayers, always
ReplyDeleteThat's going to be a very cozy afghan
ReplyDeletePraying for you and Far Guy. The afghan is so pretty!
ReplyDeletePraying for FG to have success.
ReplyDeleteThe afghan is a masterpiece. I rename if Connie’s Tears!
It seemed a bit early for you to be making the winter move - - even though I don't remember the dates from years past other than they seemed to correspond with heavy snow forecasts. It makes sense though due to your sweet husband's treatments. Praying they go better than expected - - do what they are supposed to do - - - and don't deplete his energy too much. It's always good to hear updates from you!
ReplyDeleteThinking of FG and keeping him in our prayers. You amaze me!! You really do, with all of the beautiful projects you have going and they all turn out so pretty. This is truly a gorgeous pattern. I can only imagine how much work is going into it.
ReplyDeletePraying that the treatment has no side effects for far guy! Such beautiful work in that Afghan!
ReplyDeleteHoping that Far Guy will not have a rough time with his treatments.
ReplyDeleteI love the colors in your newest afghan, especially the bright blue!
ReplyDeleteSounds like your move went smoothly, with all of your preparation in advance, of course. :-)
Beautiful afghan but I can see it will require patience to tie all those ends. Best wishes to your hubby as he begins radiation.
ReplyDeleteI crochet a bit, but I've never seen the Apache Tears pattern. It looks complicated! I have my fingers crossed for Far Guy and his treatments.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you have moved to Jen and Andy's again for winter months. What a wonderful gift for you guys to enjoy your time there. I am jealous. I enjoy hearing all the goings on while you're there! I wish all of us oldies would have a place like that to go for at least a few months in the winter. God bless your family. Such good hearts! diane in northern wis
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you're settled in your winter home. Love that apache tears blanket. The pattern is so unique. If I ever finish Christmas things and the shawls I have promised, I would like to try one. I made a hat today for Piper for Christmas as she requested. Yesterday I made a scarf and hat for Baby J to match her school uniform.
ReplyDeletePrayers for Far Guy as always. I lay in bed every night praying and sometimes fall asleep, but I think God doesn't mind. He's my Father. I used to fall asleep on my Dad's lap as a child, and I sometimes compare it to that. I know He cares for you both and I pray for you always. Hugs and kisses to Sadie. I know she's happy that you're back.
Blessings,
Betsy
You are always on the move. Colorful afghan! Best wishes for FG treatment.
ReplyDeleteLD...I haven't ever seen that pattern before now and I really like it. I took photos of my mom's crocheted items as they were brought out from the wet closet. I have her very first one that she ever created. It was from a kit from a craft company and she ordered it through the mail.
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