Countdown to Christmas with Crochet Fun!

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Finishing the Blanket
   • Joining the Corner
   • Creating More Corners
   • Working along the Shells
   • Repeating the Corners
   • Finishing the Edges
3. Fastening Off and Sewing in Ends
4. Conclusion

Article

Introduction

Welcome to the crochet society advent calendar! If you're watching this on the 25th of December, Merry Christmas to you! I hope you have enjoyed working along with me on this crochet project. In today's tutorial, we will be finishing off our blankets using color 25. Let's get started!

Finishing the Blanket

To start, we need to join the corner with a standing double crochet into any of the corner chain spaces. Make sure you have marked your corner stitches with a stitch marker. Begin by placing your slip knot onto your hook and finding the corner space. Yarn over, pull through, then yarn over and pull through both loops on the hook. This is your standing double crochet. Chain one and then do a double crochet into the same space to create another corner. Leave the stitch marker in so that you don't get confused.

Next, chain one, skip a stitch, and do one double crochet into the chain one space. Repeat this pattern of chaining one, skipping a stitch, and double crocheting into the chain one space all the way around. This creates a beautiful border for your blanket. Make sure to pause the video and work your way around, and then come back to continue.

Continue working the pattern until you reach the shells. Working into the shells is easy. You simply follow the pattern of chain space, double crochet, chain space, double treble crochet. If you're unsure, meet me back here to finish off this section and the rest of your rows. Take your time and work your way around, meeting me back once you're ready.

Fastening Off and Sewing in Ends

Once you've made your way around and reached the corner with the stitch marker, do a double crochet, chain one, and double crochet. Then, work across the shells, chaining one, finding the next chain one space, and double crocheting. Repeat this pattern until you reach the next corner, where you'll repeat the corner stitches before continuing around the rest of your work. When you reach the last stitch or meet yourself at the beginning, finish off your yarn by pulling it through and doing an invisible join.

To sew in your ends, use the rule of three. Thread the yarn onto a darning needle and weave it in and out of the same color for about an inch. Go back and forth in a different direction, and do this three times in total. Be careful not to pull too tightly to avoid distorting your work. Finally, snip off the excess yarn and pull it into your work.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You've now completed the crochet society advent crochet along. It's absolutely beautiful, and I can't wait to see your finished works. Make sure to post on social media and tag myself at Bella Coco Crochet, the Crochet Society, and Rosina Plane. We would love to admire your creations. Thank you for joining in, and I wish you a wonderful Christmas season. See you soon!

Highlights

• Learn how to finish off your crochet society advent blanket.
• Join corners with standing double crochet stitches.
• Create beautiful borders using chain spaces and double crochet stitches.
• Work along the shells with a pattern of chain spaces, double crochet, chain spaces, and double treble crochet.
• Finish off the edges and sew in ends for a neat and professional look.
• Share your finished projects on social media and tag us for a chance to be featured.

FAQ

Q: Can I use a different color for my blanket? A: Absolutely! Feel free to choose any color that you prefer for your crochet society advent blanket.

Q: How long will it take to finish the blanket? A: The time it takes to finish the blanket depends on your crochet speed and the amount of time you dedicate to the project. Take your time and enjoy the process.

Q: Do I need to have prior crochet experience to complete this project? A: Some basic crochet skills will be helpful, but this tutorial is beginner-friendly and easy to follow. Don't hesitate to give it a try, even if you're a beginner.