Welcome to the 2023 Fiber Flux Spring Crochet Along...yay! Today marks week four of the CAL and we'll be continuing onto the border our Wisteria Trellis Throw. This blanket is easy and a wonderfully relaxing crochet project!
We will be going over a few things today to begin:
- Adding a beautiful granny border to our blankets
- Finish work
- Schedule of the CAL
- Where to connect with other makers
Be sure to scroll down for the schedule with actual dates and what we'll be doing on each week.
*This is a self-paced project, so definitely go at the speed you feel most comfortable. The instructional videos and posts will be up forever and you will always be able to go back and watch again and again!
Missed the first week? Learn more about the project and get the supplies info here:
Missed week 3? Learn more about joining the granny squares here:
An this week's video, where we will learn how to add the lovely border:
Here's our CAL schedule below for easy reference:
Here's our CAL schedule below for easy reference:
- Thursday, May 4: Introduction & Supplies
- Thursday, May 11: The Granny Square
- Thursday, May 18: Join As You Go Squares
- Thursday, May 25: Border & Finishing
- Thursday, June 1: CAL Recap
- Because there are those of you who prefer the written version and those who prefer a video tutorial, there are both. Either way, be sure to check out the video for some helpful tips as you are working on the project. I highly recommend the video too to see the making of the border in action.
Border Instructions:
Round 1: In any corner space, ch 3 then work (2 dc, ch 1, 3 dc). Work (3 dc, ch 1) in each ch 1 spaces along the side of the blanket. Note: When you arrive at the areas where two squares meet (the two corners), work (3 dc, ch 1) in the space between the squares (see video if you want to see this in action). Continue working the side in this manner, then work (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in the corner. Repeat for the remainder of the blanket, then join with a sl st to close the round.
Round 2: If changing colors, tie the new color into the corner space. If sticking with the same color, slip stitch over to the corner space. In any corner space, ch 3 then work (2 dc, ch 1, 3 dc). Work (3 dc, ch 1) in each space along the side of the blanket, then work (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in the corner. Repeat for the remainder of the blanket, then join with a sl st to close round.
Repeat round 2 for as many rounds as you like! You can make yours in all of the colors you used for the main part of the blanket or all in one color too, totally up to you!
Last part...let's connect! You can connect at any of the social media platforms below, and don't forget to use the hashtag #fiberfluxcal
Also we have two special communities for our CAL makers! Each has a welcome area/thread, so please hop on and introduce yourself. You can get info, ask questions, help each other, see what everyone is doing, and show off your work too!
Also, don't forget to tag me and use the hashtag, #fiberfluxcal to share your work on social media!
I can't wait to see all of your gorgeous projects...please share those pictures and above enjoy, take some time to relax with your hook, and have fun! That's all for today lovelies, see you next week for our recap!!
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