I mentioned a few weeks ago that I was starting a new CAL. I didn’t start it as soon as the first part was released as I was busy with other things but I’ve now made a start. The CAL is on the Pippin Poppycock blog and is quite gorgeous. I love the original colour palette so used that rather than one of the other ones that were suggested. Isn’t it striking?! 
I’m using Stylecraft Special DK. It’s such a soft, squishy yarn and it washes beautifully.
I’ve just finished part one, which was really interesting to do. First you make eight squares and then join them in a row. Once you’ve crocheted down the sides for a few rows, it looks like this. 
Here’s a close-up of one of the sections to give a better idea of how it looks. 
The bobble rows took forever but were worth it. This is going to be lovely and textured if the first part is anything to go by. Just look at how much the bobbles are raised! 
I’m well behind on this as part five has just been released so I’ve got plenty to do on this before I catch up. I don’t mind how long it takes though as I’m loving working on it.
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April 10, 2018 at 11:31 AM
I had to look it up, because it made me curious! must say I love the project, so beautiful!!!
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April 14, 2018 at 7:16 PM
It is. I was drawn to it as soon as I saw it 🙂
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April 4, 2018 at 4:24 PM
Oh wow! I love the colors. So rich and elegant. And I love the pattern so far! It’s gorgeous! I look forward to seeing more of this CAL.
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April 3, 2018 at 2:48 PM
It really is a lovely colour scheme and I love using special dk too
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April 4, 2018 at 1:01 PM
It’s such a good yarn for the price, especially with all the colours it comes in 🙂
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April 2, 2018 at 11:24 AM
a stunning colour contrast!
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April 4, 2018 at 1:01 PM
Isn’t it! That’s what drew me to it in the first place but I love the design too. Some interesting stitches coming up.
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April 2, 2018 at 6:54 AM
I wasn’t comvinced aout those colours until I saw the close-up of the square! Suck an awesome gradient in there!
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April 2, 2018 at 7:49 AM
It’s a nice change to be working with so few colours and they’re very cleverly used 🙂
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April 1, 2018 at 10:02 PM
Ooh Carole, that is really eye catching! Very modern, but those bobbles keep things fun and not too stark. It will be fun watching this develop.
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April 1, 2018 at 10:06 PM
Thanks. It’s very different to the last few that I’ve done, which I think is part of the appeal. I just couldn’t resist it 🙂
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