Tweedy Feather and Fan Blanket

 

As promised, here are the photos of the never-ending blanket that has ended! I need a ticker tape parade (hopefully you all know what that is). I enjoyed the beginning and the end of the blanket and the middle was taking forever. I am taking a break from blanket knitting until the fall.

The yarn is wool-ease which is hard on my hands. The pattern is Old Faithful - feather and fan stitch which I've mentioned before reminds me of my mother who loved this pattern and made this as baby blankets for many babies in her lifetime.

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Comments

  1. AsKatKnitsMay 4, 2022 at 8:13 AM

    Well done! It is perfect, Karen! A cozy addition to your sofa! :)

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  2. VeraMay 4, 2022 at 8:23 AM

    That is really pretty and it looks so soft! I'm working (still) on the Guernsey Wrap and the Hiking Trail sock.

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  3. BonnyMay 4, 2022 at 8:53 AM

    Feather and Fan is my favorite and your blanket is lovely. The slog was worth it!

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  4. LeftycrafterMay 4, 2022 at 11:06 AM

    It turned out beautiful. Feather and fan is such a classic pattern. Never goes out of style. I do know what a ticker tape parade is. Does this make me old?

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  5. Rajani RehanaMay 4, 2022 at 11:24 AM

    Please read my post

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  6. sustainablemumMay 4, 2022 at 5:23 PM

    Wow ticker tape that is a blast from the past! Your blanket is wonderful Karen, worth every stitch x

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  7. MaryMay 4, 2022 at 5:32 PM

    What a stunning finish - that's one blessed baby! and I hope you have some lovely wool lined up for your next project to give your hands and wrists a much-needed rest.

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  8. Deb J. in UtahMay 4, 2022 at 6:11 PM

    That is a beautiful blanket. :-)

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  9. Billie JoMay 4, 2022 at 6:28 PM

    Hello! Visiting from Deb's blog. Happy to be your newest follower! Have a cozy evening.

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  10. TinaMay 4, 2022 at 6:54 PM

    It’s absolutely beautiful Karen! You can never go wrong with the timeless beauty of the feather and fan stitch.

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  11. JaneMay 4, 2022 at 8:37 PM

    That blanket looks right at home on your couch. Feather and fan is a beautiful classic. That it reminds you of your mother makes it extra special. Happy Mother's Day.

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  12. Judy S.May 4, 2022 at 8:48 PM

    What a pretty blanket! I just love the feather and fan stitch.

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  13. thecrazysheepladyMay 5, 2022 at 8:00 AM

    Beautiful! Congrats on the finish :-D.

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  14. AnonymousMay 6, 2022 at 2:42 AM

    Well done, and it's gorgeous ! Obviously I'd never heard of a ticker tape parade ( maybe due to me not being American ? ), but thank google. Too bad I don't live near; I'd have been happy to come around with my paper shreds of course ;-)

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    1. JoséMay 6, 2022 at 2:44 AM

      ( somehow I accidentilay chose anonymous whilst publishing my comment... )

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    2. karenMay 9, 2022 at 7:30 AM

      Hello José nice to see you!

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    3. JoséMay 9, 2022 at 12:22 PM

      Thank you. I have been quiet, but of course haven't missed any of your posts :)

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  15. affectioknitMay 6, 2022 at 2:14 PM

    Hi Karen,
    ...your feather and fan blanket is gorgeous!!!
    ~Have a lovely day!

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  16. My Creative LifeMay 6, 2022 at 2:25 PM

    It's beautiful Karen, a work of art and definitely a labour of love. I think all my blankets have taken forever. I get restless and wish do other things, the longer I dally the longer it takes. If I focused it'd probably be done in a couple of months. Cx

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  17. MonicaMay 7, 2022 at 8:08 AM

    What a beautiful blanket! A wonderful baby gift to cherish for many years.

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  18. mamasmercantileMay 7, 2022 at 2:05 PM

    It is stunning, such a beautiful make.

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  19. StefanieMay 20, 2022 at 5:10 PM

    Your blanket came out wonderful! It's squishy and will be easy to clean. I will be making cookies that will serve as my grandmother's birthday gift and I will also be making cupcakes for her birthday luncheon. I want to try to pipe different flowers on each cupcake in pastel colors.

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