How to Crochet a STUNNING Sampler Blanket
This video is less of a crochet tutorial, and more of a guide on how to make a crocheted sampler blanket just like mine! I go through everything including the patterns I chose, how to search for crochet patterns, joining methods for your squares, borders, and yarn colours and quantities.
My sampler blanket is inspired by all the "Block A Month Crochet Along"/BAMCAL sampler blankets you can find on Ravelry.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:21 How to find patterns
02:33 How to search Ravelry
07:30 Making the squares
12:11 Joining the squares
13:33 Crochet edging
INDIVIDUAL SQUARE PATTERNS
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Border: No pattern available at present. Let me know in the comments if you want a tutorial!
BOOKS MENTIONED
200 Crochet Blocked by Jan Eaton
Crochet Borders by Edie Eckman
YARN
James C Brett Double Knitting with Merino in Sea Green (approx 75g)
Hayfield Bonus DK in Oyster Pink, Dusky Pink, Rustic Pink, Hazelnut, and Pumpkin (1 ball each)
Stylecraft Special DK in Walnut, Mocha, Camel and Parchment (1 ball each)
Stylecraft Special DK in Camel and Lincoln (1.25 balls each)
Stylecraft Special DK in Warm Grey (6.5 balls each)
HOOK: 4mm Clover Amour
SIZE: each square was 20cm across before joining, and the stitch count was 33st along each side not including corner spaces (aim for 32 if you are using my joining method). The finished blanket is 178cm across which is just under 6 feet.
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That is so beautiful that someday it should go to a museum as a piece of 21st century art❤❤❤❤❤❤
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Wow Thankyou! I’m not sure the museum could pry it out of my hands though 🤣🤣
@DoubleCrochet-DIANA-
Жыл бұрын
@@meemamakes😻💜💜💜 I'm definitely going to try this someday😊
@fritula6200
9 ай бұрын
I agree... definitely rare...
@vanessafarber3043
6 ай бұрын
Yes please for boarder,looks so pretty x
Omg... I am so happy to have found your channel. Yes, please do a tutorial on the border it's totally amazing, I can crochet, but I struggle to read patterns, I have done most of my stuff from tutorials, and I will be trying to make these squares 😊
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
This sounds great! I’m sure at least a few had video tutorials so hopefully you’ll be able to find some. I am going to do some tutorials at some point for reading patterns but can’t quite work out how to do it the best way just yet!!
I had no idea Ravelry even existed! You've just changed my life!
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Yay so happy I could help. It’s such a fantastic resource!
Wow that’s so amazing. Thanks for the lesson on Ravelry. It’s so handy. You are amazing. Please be my new bear friend 😂 Greetings from Ireland 🇮🇪
@meemamakes
7 ай бұрын
Greetings from England ☔️ so glad you found this tutorial helpful. If you’re on Facebook and want some crochet friends, we have a group to share crochet posts: facebook.com/groups/682512493564212
I have been crocheting for approximately 40 years and this is my absolute favorite I’ve ever seen❤
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Ohhh yay I’m so happy you like it 🥰🥰
I'm so happy I found you! You are, by far, the best crochet teacher I've come across. I love how you go over each step and not only explain the how, you explain the why. Nevermind that you have the some of the most beautiful crocheted blankets I've ever seen, but you also show how to make them step by step! Seriously, you're an amazing teacher and this newer crochet'r is delighted too have found you. Thank you for all the free patterns and tutorials. I can't wait to get started on this gorgeous blanket. Thank you!!!❤
@meemamakes
6 ай бұрын
Thankyou so much for your wonderful comment. You have made my day so much brighter ❤️
I love that you have a story to tell about your squares. You think of a piece of information and then look for the square to show it. I'm fairly new to crocheting and I've heard of Ravelry, but I never signed up for it. Thanks for the information you gave on that site. It's quite a treasure chest.
@meemamakes
9 ай бұрын
It is absolutely a treasure chest. I’m sure I’ve spent hundreds of hours on that website over the last 13 years 🤣
This blanket is such a piece of art … absolutely stunning! ❤
@meemamakes
7 ай бұрын
Thank you! 😊
I just came across this gorgeous blanket and am now determined to make one!! I'd love it if you would make a tutorial on the border you did. It's gorgeous and fits so beautifully wirh the blanket. Thank you so much for sharing!!!
@meemamakes
10 ай бұрын
I will definitely try to fix the issues in future so I can do a tutorial :)
i love how you made your own rules.... i'm working on my first granny square blanket and decided to start making squares however i chose and i think it's turning out beautiful.
Thank you super helpful, joined raverly ages ago but repy intimidating so never used it. Thank you for your tutorial and also enjoying your podcast...glad I stumbled across you x😊
First time seeing your videos. Your work is beautiful. The blanket is something else. New subscriber.
I want one of these on our bed someday!
@meemamakes
7 ай бұрын
I wish I’d made it bigger to fit our bed!!
Just stunning: Well done: You are one of the kindest crocheters on KZread:
@meemamakes
7 ай бұрын
Awww Thankyou 🥰
Stunning ❤❤❤❤it
This is so beautiful. I will make one for my mom‘s birthday❤
Thank you so much. This tutorial was very helpful. I didn't know about Ravelry and all the wonderful patterns and projects that are available there. What a great community. I saw your blanket on Pinterest and fell in love with it. Then I saw the short video on YT and now I'm watching the whole video and how you created this gorgeous blanket. You did an amazing job, it truly is very beautiful. The good thing about this project is that each piece is small and easy to handle. Thank you once again for this tutorial.
@meemamakes
8 ай бұрын
Thankyou for your kind comment. I’m so happy you found ravelry - it’s really an amazing resource. I do have another video showing more ravelry features if you’re interested: kzread.info/dash/bejne/e3ubybGzpMaXl7g.htmlsi=gTyoLDRNtb0rncbZ And I absolutely agree with the project being easy to handle! I’m making a humongous giant granny blanket currently and I miss my little squares! I’m glad you found this helpful and best of luck on your blanket journey ❤️
@TSD0416
8 ай бұрын
@@meemamakes thank you for providing the link to your other video. I’ll definitely check it out. I forgot to mention earlier but thanks for using US crochet terms. I live in Canada but we use US crochet terms as well. Mind you the British/European terms make more sense, but i already got used to US terms. As they say It’s really difficult to teach an old dog new tricks, not that I’m old, but you know what I mean 🤣🤣🤣.
@TSD0416
8 ай бұрын
@@meemamakes oh and good luck on the ginormous blanket. Please show us what it looks like when it’s done 🙏😊
This is gorgeous 😍 you are very talented and have much patience ❤❤
Your blanket is just stunning!! Thank you so much for showing how to move around ravelry & I will certainly give it a go. I would love anything more that you can give on showing how you actually crochet your squares, a tutorial perhaps as I’m a visual learner & can’t read patterns. I’m making a bedspread at the moment in cotton yarn & I am looking for fancy squares that I can use, or perhaps just one I like & use it continually. I’m after borders too & will definitely watch the link that you gave. Thank you for taking the time to show all the ways of searching for fancy squares. Cheers 💕👏🥰😊❤️😍🤗
It is fantastic and so lovely to look at. I appreciate you showing us how you made it and making tutorials for us. Thank you so much ♥️
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Thankyou for leaving such a kind comment. I am glad that you're enjoying my content. There will be lots more to come :)
I would love any tutorial that you do.. i have such a hard time following written patterns.. but feel in love with this blanket, it's absolutely stunning!
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Written patterns are difficult to start with and take a lot of practice and patience. I try to make my written patterns easy to follow with plenty of photos. I will be making some more tutorials in future, including some for complete blankets 🥰 and Thankyou for saying so about my blanket, it’s my favourite blanket I ever made 🧶❤️
yes that was very helpful
@meemamakes
10 ай бұрын
I'm happy it was helpful for you :)
Fantastic artwork. I follow you with great pleasure. Thank you ❤
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Thankyou so much ❤️
I’m a new subscriber and I’m so happy to have found you. Your work is beautiful
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Thankyou so much for the sub ❤️
Yes please to ravelry tutorials and also edge tutorials
@meemamakes
8 ай бұрын
The ravelry tutorial is here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/e3ubybGzpMaXl7g.htmlsi=b5YfeC6BNlws0nA3 and the border tutorial is on my to do list 😊
I'm in love with this blanket! Definitely going to give it a try one day once I get a bit more experience lol. Thanks for sharing the project. You are truly talented
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
I’m so glad this was helpful for you and Thankyou so much for your kind comment ❤️
Thank you! You are a dream! Ravelry tutorials will be gold! Gracias gracias gracias!! 🧶
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
You are so kind! I have added it to my very long list to work through so I will get there
@palomaquerida604
Жыл бұрын
@@meemamakes thank you! I’m patient Lol 😂
I love this!! Thank you so much for sharing how you made that beautiful blanket!! I'm going to make one for my mom for mother's day 💐
@meemamakes
7 ай бұрын
Good luck! It’s such a fun project and I’m sure your mom will love it ❤️
@HumesLittleHomestead
7 ай бұрын
@@meemamakes thank you!!
My daughter sent me a link to your IG showing this sampler. Lol. I think it was a subtle suggestion. Thank you for the great tutorial 🧶❤️
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
You are very welcome. It is definitely a fab project so would recommend it ! I’m sure you daughter would appreciate it too!
Loved watching this. Such a lovely blanket!
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Thankyou so much ❤️
Thank you❣️yes give us ravelry guidance please.
@meemamakes
11 ай бұрын
It’s on my to do list 😊
A border tutorial would be wonderful please. It’s a beautiful project
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Thankyou. I’m considering it!
That is what I'm searching for and you are lovely 🤗😍 Greetings from a new subscriber 👋😘
@meemamakes
11 ай бұрын
Yay Thankyou for subscribing 🥰
This is awesome !!! yes I need all the ways I can use Ravelry
beautiful blanket
@meemamakes
10 ай бұрын
Thank you! 😊
The blanket is stunningly beautiful. I have one question is there a tutorial for the cardigan you are wearing? It's beautiful
Yes please do a boarder tutorial 😊
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
I had some good suggestions on how to make it flat so it is on my to do list!
Thank you for show us how to use the website ❤
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
You are very welcome. I am going to do a video tutorial running through some other features soon!
So interesting. I'm going to try this next!
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Good luck! It’s such a fun project 😁
The work is beautiful.
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Thankyou so much 🧡
so so beautiful! i have to make one!
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Definitely recommend it!
Absolutely gorgeous!
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Thankyou so much
Hi! Just found you through insta 😊 Thank you for your generous, simple and inspiring tutorial for this beautiful blanket! I am a frequent user of Ravelry but have funnily enough never thought of looking for crochet blocks/squares but instead used books, magazines and taking stalking fotos in the escalator stairs wherever 😂 I was thinking the border you made and that it curls. Maybe one more chain stitch between the dc-groups would ease the tension and help the border lay flat. I will however definitely use your ideas of how to make the squares the same size and put my leftovers to use. Have a lovely weekend! 💕🧶
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Thankyou so much for your comment. I’m so happy you liked this tutorial! That’s actually a really good idea regarding the border and I don’t know why it hadn’t occurred to me!! I’ll have a play today and see if it lays flatter because then I can do a tutorial! The idea of someone photographing crochet on escalators made me laugh! If you post your blanket I’d love to see it 😁
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
@@marjoanneli fab I’ll pop on and request to follow now!
I want the tutorial for the edging ❤️
So beautiful.
Like the usual patterns... Like the different colour range... When will l start doing it ???
😍👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Great Job! Compliments 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼😍
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Thankyou 🥰
@elsalorenzato5589
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your indications ❤️🙏🏼
Thank you so much for this video, super helpful! P.S. I saw a video on blocking acrylic yarn, I haven't tried it myself but they said to use steam (like iron it and then pin it flat like you normally would), maybe you could try ironing the edges and then pinning them flat? xx
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
This is a good suggestion! I will do some research before I start. Thankyou ❤️
Pls do a tutorial for the border as corrected sp ots stiffer
@meemamakes
5 ай бұрын
I will do - I'm currently designing my own sampler blanket inspired by this one so I'm going to use the same border and rework it
Hola tenes los tutoriales de todos esos granny? Son hermosos ❤
@meemamakes
6 ай бұрын
As I said in the video, I cannot make tutorials due to copyright. I have linked to all the patterns in the description so please look there
Thank you for the tutorial on Ravelry. I am new to crocheting and have been very confused on how to use the site until now. Any other tips would be greatly appreciated.
@meemamakes
8 ай бұрын
It is pretty confusing when you start using it. I have made a longer tutorial going over some other features of the website that might be helpful: kzread.info/dash/bejne/e3ubybGzpMaXl7g.htmlsi=ZavfnzgrsioYdqcn
Please do a tutorial for the border
@meemamakes
10 ай бұрын
I'm hoping I'll be able to iron out the issues in future so I can make a tutorial :)
your blanket is absolutely stunning. How many squares did you get out of one ball ?
@meemamakes
6 ай бұрын
4, with a little yarn leftover
Hi new subscriber, thank you for this information, very helpful
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Thankyou for the subscribe. I really appreciate it. I’m glad this video has been so helpful for you 😁
Please do a tutorial on the border🥹
Thank you so much for showing 'how to find patterns and search by Ravelry' ❤ this is very helpful for me... And exacly what i search for...😊 can you please add the sizes of the squares and the finish blanket at the info Box? And is it possible to use Cotton or whool? (Beacause of the weight)
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Yes absolutely I’ll add that info. I’ll add it here too so you can see it easier. Each square is 20cm before the join round and the blanket is 178cm across including border. Yes you can use most yarns for blankets, if you’re worried about the heaviness of it try using a thinner yarn like a sport or 4ply. It might take longer but the weight will definitely be less. I’m so happy this video was helpful for you - good luck on your blanket journey. I miss this project and it’s by far my favourite thing I ever made so enjoy the journey 🥰
I'm.obsessed with this blanket - how did you select your square colours was it random or did you pick a couple of pallets?
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
It was mainly a stash buster. I knew the sort of colour palette I wanted (inspired by vintage floral fabric) so I picked out colours I liked and then bought some pinks I was missing. I made squares and kept adding as I went until I’d finalised the palette. I actually ended up frogging 2 colours I chose originally as they felt too bright. I hope that makes sense. Sometimes I plan my colour palettes and sometimes they just happen like this one 🤣
Pls do make tutorials for blocks of ur choice
@meemamakes
5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. Out of respect for other designers, I do not make tutorials for patterns that aren't mine. I am currently designing my own sampler blanket and I will be doing tutorials for my own sampler squares
🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Very nice, good work ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Thankyou!
Please tell me how how did every square?! They’re so it!
@meemamakes
6 ай бұрын
I explain it in the video! And I’ve linked to the patterns for you in the description as well
Hi there, thanks so much for showing us this blanket, it's truly so lovely! My only wish is that when you were going through the two stacks of squares, lifting off one at a time, that you'd put into the shot of each one what it was called, as I've clicked on the links to all of the ones that you said you used to make this blanket but can't find the ones that I liked and was looking for unfortunately. If by any chance you are able to help I would appreciate it so much, either by editing this video to write in what each square name was called, or alternatively the main ones I want to know are at times stamps of - 9:39 - yellowy cream square with a purple one underneath, I'm hoping to find out what the yellowy cream one is please 9:51 - burnt orange square with sort of a four leaf clover and then borders around it, which I saw a similar one to on the page you linked below that has the list of all the ones you said you used, but it was in a grey shade 10:08 - a cream more solid square, sort of a flower petal look with a hexagon around it 10:21 - brown more solid square again with borders getting bigger and bigger from the centre I would appreciate it so much if you could tell me what the names of these ones are, as I tried to find them myself but none of the links seemed to look like the ones you went through in this video. Thanks :)
@meemamakes
11 ай бұрын
Sorry for how quick it is, it’s just some footage I took for a short not specifically for this video. All of the squares you asked about are on the list and I linked them below. I find the squares can look very different when only worked in one colour like mine so can be a little confusing! I am planning a top 10 squares from my sampler video where I will label them all up on my Ravelry page. I hope this helps but let me know if you need anything else linking :) 09:39 - Nadine by Polly Plum www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/nadine-8 09:51 - Blue Jeanne by Hooked on Sunshine www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/blue-jeanne 10:08 - I didn’t know which one you meant by your description so I went off the one that is at this time stamp. It’s Spring Fling by April Moreland www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/spring-fling-12-square (If this isn’t the right one feel free to DM or email me a screenshot and I’ll direct you form there) 10:21 - Maggies Square by Drew Emborsky www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/spring-fling-12-square
@alwayslearning9272
11 ай бұрын
Oh, thank you so much for doing all of this going to do much effort for me, that means so much! I'm so touched that you would take the time to find the ones I was talking about as well as the detailed comments explaining everything along the way, and I do see now what you mean as they really look so different when done in several different colours! That is so helpful that you've done this for me, and I'm also so appreciate of your guidance with how to find different squares on Ravelry, as I'm not familiar with that myself but will follow your steps and have a look through now that you've made it easier! Bless you for your genuine kindness! 🤗
@meemamakes
11 ай бұрын
@@alwayslearning9272 Thankyou so much for saying Thankyou 😊 I just like to help people achieve their crochet goals so I am happy to just give help whenever it’s needed. Best of luck with your blanket, it’s a very fun and addictive project 🥰
I would love a ravelry how to series. Its so not user friendly!!!
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
I agree. I’m very used to it but some of the features I don’t bother with. I’ll have a think about some good tutorial topics
Can you make a Tutorial of the boarder pls
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Yes I will once I’ve played around with it to stop it curling. It likely won’t be for a while because I’m busy with the crochet along prep and some other stuff. It is definitely on my list though
I want to know that how can I use ravelry to show my projects. Please please please please do make a video on how to use ravelry. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
@meemamakes
9 ай бұрын
It’s already in the works! Hopefully in the next few weeks
approximately how many skein did you use for the join & the border?
@meemamakes
2 ай бұрын
I think I put it in the video - 6.5 x 100g balls of stylecraft special dk
@diamondsandlipgloss
2 ай бұрын
@@meemamakes I watched a few times and did not hear you mention that... but THANKS! I've made 5 squares so far...I LOVE how yours turned out!
Do you have a video for your cardigan please
@meemamakes
6 ай бұрын
Yes however it’s one of my early tutorials from when I used to make TikToks so it is a compilation in portrait kzread.info/dash/bejne/c6Nkqs5wgMatdco.html
@vanessafarber3043
6 ай бұрын
@@meemamakes Thank you, i will have ago. I have made one, different to yours tho.
I love your Blanket and i realy want a Tutorial for this Bordüre. So if a Video exist, can sb sand me the link, or if nor, pleas make on 😊
@meemamakes
9 ай бұрын
I don’t have tutorial as I’m not happy to release the pattern as it doesn’t lie flat. I will announce on my channel once I have released it so be sure to subscribe
@timon9221
9 ай бұрын
@@meemamakes Okey, that would be great. Maybe there is also the possibility of just showing it? How to show the 2nd half of the ... as you go thechnike, if there is no 2nd square that you can crochet to it (e.g. on the outer edges)
The two pattern links in the description both link to the Felicitas square pattern, and not a list like described
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Thankyou so much for pointing this out! I have now fixed this and here is the missing link! www.ravelry.com/projects/MeemaMakes/duckbill-dalliance-12-afghan-block
@Lolly798
Жыл бұрын
@@meemamakeswell thank you for the swift response! I'd been following along on tik tok, and couldn't wait until patterns dropped
Can you please give the links for the Sea Green colored blocks?
@meemamakes
11 ай бұрын
All the links are on my ravelry page. If there’s a specific block you can’t find then let me know www.ravelry.com/projects/MeemaMakes/duckbill-dalliance-12-afghan-block
@sugarglitter8283
11 ай бұрын
Thank you @@meemamakes
❤❤
Please make Bavarian stitch crochet 🧶
Is the yarn cotton or wool?
@meemamakes
Жыл бұрын
Neither, it is acrylic DK. All the colours can be found on the ravelry link in the video description
Please help me