Scrap Sock Yarn Blanket Update


I thought I'd share with the you the progress of the eternal blanket.  The progress seems to be slower and slower as I round another corner, but I love sitting under the now lap blanket and adding a few rows here and there each evening.  I daydream about when I will be done, how big will it be.  Have I run out of sock yarn.....nope, not yet.

As a knitter I think we all have odds and ends tucked here and there.  I remember starting this blanket in the middle and thinking there is no way this will be a pretty blanket.  Oh how wrong.  I love the way this looks!  Each yarn I pick up to add has a memory-a pair of socks for me, my husband, or one of the kids.  Maybe a shawl, or a scarf.  I remember each and every one!

To my delight, Andi from My Sister's Knitter blog sent me some of her odds and ends to add to the cause.  As you know, presents in the mail are simply the best.  I love the array of colors and the sweet little stitch marker along with some tea.  Thank you Andi!


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  1. Reinventing MotherDecember 16, 2014 at 8:22 AM

    I really do need to begin this! Yours is beautiful!!

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  2. mamasmercantileDecember 16, 2014 at 8:43 AM

    Its stunning, love the colours and must be wonderful remembering and reflecting what the yarn was used for. A lovely gift, there is nothing nicer than receiving post.

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  3. thecrazysheepladyDecember 16, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    I am loving watching this grow as well :-).

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  4. margeneDecember 16, 2014 at 8:46 AM

    That blanket could go on forever and ever and only get better! Love the way it's coming together, the way the colors play and meld, and the way it's full of sock yarn from your stash and that of friends. Happy knitting!

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  5. DiannaDecember 16, 2014 at 8:57 AM

    Oh that blanket...it is absolutely beautiful, Karen! I love watching the progress. May you always have an abundance of sock yarn.

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  6. AnkeDecember 16, 2014 at 9:13 AM

    I adore this blanket Karen!! It is going to be absolutely perfect!!

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  7. AnonymousDecember 16, 2014 at 9:33 AM

    It's wonderful! I love watching it grow, I can only imagine the happiness it brings and will continue to bring being so filled with memories. Not to mention snuggling up with a cup of tea and a good book.

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  8. MonicaDecember 16, 2014 at 9:36 AM

    Wow! This is really nice Karen! I just started on project two (Malt blanket in the Simple Collection) at tincanknits.com. It is a lavender color for a grandbaby of an old friend! I have too many things going on but I always enjoy sitting and knitting a few stitches to relax at the end of the day! Thanks for sharing your beautiful sock yarn blanket!

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  9. elizabethDecember 16, 2014 at 10:33 AM

    it's looking great! and how neat to get that generous gift of yarns and other goodies!!! have a blessed day today!

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  10. UnknownDecember 16, 2014 at 10:47 AM

    It's looking fantastic! And how wonderful to add in someone else's scraps, too! Lucky you.

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  11. Deb J. in UtahDecember 16, 2014 at 10:50 AM

    I love your blanket. That is so beautiful! You are so talented and creative.

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  12. Tracey ~ CloverDecember 16, 2014 at 12:14 PM

    So, so pretty Karen!

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  13. TahneeDecember 16, 2014 at 1:26 PM

    The blanket is indeed very beautiful, and how lovely is it that there are actually so many memories attached to it? Amazing!

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  14. harknessangelsDecember 16, 2014 at 2:53 PM

    I love looking back at my scrap projects remembering what and whom the yarn was used for before! Lovely blanket!

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  15. Melissa Marie December 16, 2014 at 3:02 PM

    The colors are so pretty! I can't wait to see the finished project, it will be beautiful! :)

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  16. kathy bDecember 16, 2014 at 3:12 PM

    You have inspired me! I started my scrap zig zag blanket last night. Your colors are so nice . Great sister send!

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  17. Amy at love made my homeDecember 16, 2014 at 3:31 PM

    Your blanket looks so nice!! I love this idea! The yarns that your bloggy pal sent are lovely to and how kind to share! xx

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  18. apicturebookmindDecember 16, 2014 at 4:35 PM

    Your blanket looks beautiful, Karen!

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  19. AndiDecember 16, 2014 at 4:48 PM

    How beautiful and cozy your blanket is looking! You are so welcome for the scraps, thank you for letting me donate. :)

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  20. fjord girlDecember 16, 2014 at 7:12 PM

    Stunning- I think this is simply lovely, especially since the colors/pattern is not planned. Super fun to see it get bigger too!

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  21. Annie CholewaDecember 16, 2014 at 7:43 PM

    It's unique and a memory keeper, so altogether rather special!

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  22. AnonymousDecember 16, 2014 at 10:40 PM

    Its very pretty

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  23. Kim December 17, 2014 at 6:05 AM

    So beautiful Karen, it is fun watching it grow.

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  24. stephDecember 17, 2014 at 7:23 AM

    so, have you decided how big to make it??? That's always the hardest thing for me....can't go until I use up all the odds and ends...because who needs a house-cozy? !! It's really really lovely, Karen!

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  25. Mama Gone GreenDecember 17, 2014 at 9:45 AM

    It looks gorgeous. I am planning on sorting through my stash post-Christmas. I am sure I have some sock yarn leftover just laying around, so I will happily send it off to you.

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  26. Judy S.December 17, 2014 at 11:09 AM

    What a great way to use those sock leftovers! You have inspired me to try this someday.

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  27. Yanic A.December 19, 2014 at 9:37 AM

    Just beautiful! Reminds me of this HUGE scrap yarn blanket our friend crochet for us as a house warming gift. It is the most beautiful colorful piece in our home and we love it!

    How big do you think you'll make it?

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    1. karenDecember 22, 2014 at 8:09 AM

      I honestly don't know! I guess I'll keep at it until I'm tired of working on it!

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  28. bookworm-MaryDecember 20, 2014 at 2:40 PM

    I love seeing the progress on this!! So pretty!! I think I may end early on my mitered square sock blanket and do this instead! The colors are amazing, and it just look cosy! (As if I need more blankets to snuggle under!)

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