How To Make A Graphgan From Start To Finish

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  • @daylightsleeptight
    @daylightsleeptight Рік тому +82

    Making a blanket seems cool, cuz then you get to have a blanket on your lap while you're working.

    • @lillyroman4201
      @lillyroman4201 Рік тому +2

      I made a blanket for the first time like a week ago and had the same thought 😅

    • @HogwartsBasement
      @HogwartsBasement 3 місяці тому +1

      Until you get too warm and have to put a fan on to cool you down 😂

  • @km3534
    @km3534 Рік тому +18

    “What do you say about yarn, it’s soft” 😂😂😂. Finally a yarn review that speaks to me!

  • @DaniRudyyy
    @DaniRudyyy Рік тому +63

    I’m BRAND new to crochet and spent my entire day yesterday making 9 total granny squares so hearing how quickly you worked gives me hope that I may actually get faster at this. You’re brilliant
    Also I LOVE your nail colors. So pretty.

    • @adriiiian
      @adriiiian 11 місяців тому +8

      9 granny squares in a day is insane especially for a beginner. I've been crocheting for a month and can't make a granny square. Ur already very fast

  • @georginatomlinson9684
    @georginatomlinson9684 Рік тому +116

    Love the video. I think I’d call it pastel meadows. ❤️

    • @WillowCrochet
      @WillowCrochet  Рік тому +13

      I like this one a lot!

    • @WillowCrochet
      @WillowCrochet  Рік тому +21

      Thank you so much for this suggestion it's absolutely perfect and truly captures the essence of the blanket! The pattern is officially named Pastel Meadows Throw 🥳Drop me an email at info@willowcrochet.com to claim your free copy of the pattern 😊

    • @georginatomlinson9684
      @georginatomlinson9684 Рік тому +9

      @@WillowCrochet Amazing! Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

    • @fionaneedham8996
      @fionaneedham8996 Рік тому +3

      Beautiful blanket and beautiful doggie. No one appreciates a blanket more than a dog! 🤗

  • @brendavirgin201
    @brendavirgin201 10 днів тому

    Awe gorgeous dog . Hahaha you tell mum walkies time . Lol . Love the blanket .

  • @emilyhemphill2911
    @emilyhemphill2911 Рік тому +7

    This is so cool and makes me yearn to make a graphgan... even though I've only been crocheting for a few weeks now!! Thanks so much for the in-depth explanation of the process.

    • @WillowCrochet
      @WillowCrochet  Рік тому +1

      They’re easier than they seem, it’s mostly counting and colour changes!

  • @magikfrog2
    @magikfrog2 Рік тому +7

    Wow, I didn’t even know you could make patterns like this. Learn something new everyday! I think the best picture of the blanket is the dog on the blanket 😂 couldn’t wait to test out the new blanket. Cute 😊

  • @TheTuxani
    @TheTuxani Рік тому +56

    The different 'weird' colours between the colours (around 6:24 ) might be caused by the way the original drawing was saved. If possible save the drawing as .PNG instead of .jpg. This should make a picture with only your intended 6 colours, and without the weird transition between colours.

    • @battlekitten4188
      @battlekitten4188 3 місяці тому

      What software is this

    • @TheTuxani
      @TheTuxani 2 місяці тому

      ​@@battlekitten4188Most softwares that can handle images should be able save as a PNG, by choosing 'save as' and then .PNG (it might be named Portable Network Graphic instead of PNG).

  • @estherscrochetnook2318
    @estherscrochetnook2318 Рік тому +31

    Okay this is very cool now that I see the finished product. I love being able to draw your own design using Stitch fiddle. And I understand graphs a little better now.

  • @fkish334
    @fkish334 Рік тому +1

    Your work is awesome, but what warmed my heart is your dog and your love for her. Even letting her add personal touch/ hair to your newly finished blanket.

  • @sanayavg
    @sanayavg 9 місяців тому +2

    Just found you. I’ve had a smile on my face throughout! Love ur voice! And ur dog! And this is an inspirational video. I’ve finally seen how it’s done! Thank you!

  • @Mispy265
    @Mispy265 Рік тому +28

    This was super super interesting and Ive learnt so much from this vid, I do make graphgans and I use stitch fiddle. But I mostly wing it.. I really want to pinch my daughters ipad now whilst shes overseas and make some flower blankets :) thankyou for this. Love it all.

  • @katmusswoodwind
    @katmusswoodwind Рік тому +3

    Omg. How did I not know about stitch fiddle? It's awesome!

  • @kaetiefraley2033
    @kaetiefraley2033 Рік тому +82

    I’ve done the math!
    26hrs 50mins=1610mins=96600sec
    162st*225rows=36450total stitches
    96600/36450= about 2.5 seconds per stitch! And that’s NOT including time needed for color changes! I’d say that’s pretty stinking fast 🤪❤️

    • @WillowCrochet
      @WillowCrochet  Рік тому +15

      OMG that's amazing! Now I want to time myself making something without color changes to see how fast I really am 😂

    • @kaetiefraley2033
      @kaetiefraley2033 Рік тому +12

      @@WillowCrochet make a video with the numbers and I’ll do the math for ya 🤪😂

    • @river8339
      @river8339 3 місяці тому

      How did you figure out the yardage needed?

  • @vanessacarns750
    @vanessacarns750 Рік тому +3

    Wow!! I can’t wait to try a graphgan one day!! Thanks for the brilliant tutorial!!

    • @WillowCrochet
      @WillowCrochet  Рік тому

      You’re welcome! I’ve got lots of other tutorials and tips on my channel to get you started 😊

  • @elizabethbergeson4357
    @elizabethbergeson4357 2 місяці тому +1

    Cool to find this video after purchasing the pattern! This blanket has been on my to do list for a few months now. Can't wait

  • @evapektas
    @evapektas 2 місяці тому

    I liked your video so much.
    Your explaination and the wonderful work you made...Love all of it❤
    The best of it was, when you told your dog not to sit on the blanket.
    His look was priceless

  • @ms_ch
    @ms_ch 4 місяці тому +1

    Beautiful design and your doggo modeled it very well ✨️

  • @AlexysEisenhour
    @AlexysEisenhour 6 місяців тому +3

    This gave me a DEEP desire to make one that will be way too hard for my first try 😂😂😂

  • @autumnstoptwo
    @autumnstoptwo Рік тому +5

    i love this! ive never heard of a graphgan before but this is beautiful. ill call it "scattered bouquet"! 💐

  • @mooredebra1
    @mooredebra1 Рік тому +4

    This blanket came out SO beautiful! Makes me want to make this ASAP! I will give it a shot one day!

  • @mememe733
    @mememe733 Рік тому +2

    Gorgeous blanket, and the added dog on top of it made it look even better 🥰

  • @deewright3111
    @deewright3111 Рік тому +5

    This was my first graphgan. I loved it.. Her pattern was easy to follow and all her tips were perfect. I've ordered her other rabbit pattern and I'm excited to do that one next. I love your patterns. Keep them coming 😊😊

    • @WillowCrochet
      @WillowCrochet  Рік тому +1

      That's great to hear, I hope you enjoy the next one just as much!

  • @MariaGonzalez-ex6bq
    @MariaGonzalez-ex6bq Рік тому +1


    Beautiful work. Lots of patience, not for me.
    Kudos to you and all those that make this this blanket.

  • @evy6648
    @evy6648 Рік тому +1

    Hi Lauren, the blanket looks beautiful. The name pastel meadows describes it well. Isn't it amazing to see how our pets always think that we make things for them? And don't care about all the hours that were put into it? Very humbling. ☺🤭

  • @cpater5397
    @cpater5397 Рік тому +1

    Just shared your video with my crochet friends they loved the video as did I .

  • @brendavirgin201
    @brendavirgin201 10 днів тому

    Absolutely stunning love it .

  • @christinagoddard2413
    @christinagoddard2413 10 місяців тому

    I loved watching this process. It has inspired me to try what I have been putting off for a while, due to not fully understanding. This video has helped me so much. Thank you!

  • @mellamilla1873
    @mellamilla1873 Рік тому +6

    Just found this video (& therefore your channel) today. This is lovely, & first time I've seen a crochet chart - I've done needlepoint from a chart so could see myself doing this. I look forward to seeing what else you do. Thank you

  • @ruthiebabe3638
    @ruthiebabe3638 11 місяців тому +1

    I have never done a graphgan before, not even thought about it!
    I will have to give it a go.
    I actually started looking into it because I want to make myself a Christmas jumper for next year and was trying to find patterns. I haven't been very successful so far, so I thought about making my own.😊

    • @WillowCrochet
      @WillowCrochet  11 місяців тому +1

      I made my own Christmas sweater in December, it was very enjoyable, and I highly recommend it!

    • @ruthiebabe3638
      @ruthiebabe3638 11 місяців тому

      @@WillowCrochet I watched that video after I made this comment. You did a great job.😁

  • @bethmaldonado4200
    @bethmaldonado4200 Рік тому +7

    Your blanket turned out beautifully! Really enjoyed watching your whole process. Thank you!

  • @veniestagourdine3881
    @veniestagourdine3881 Рік тому +8

    Such a beautiful design . Love the colors you have chosen.

  • @JariCroom
    @JariCroom День тому

    This is a lovely blanket! When I do graphgans or even smaller projects, I use Stitch Fiddle’s progress tracker to keep up with the row that I’m working on. Hopefully you’ve found and made use of this feature since making this video. Happy crocheting!

    • @WillowCrochet
      @WillowCrochet  День тому

      I have! I use it all the time now, it’s so helpful!

  • @wendymaddock7705
    @wendymaddock7705 Рік тому +2

    I would call it summer breaze loving the colours

  • @aleksandraspiroska4809
    @aleksandraspiroska4809 Рік тому +4

    The blanket would be great also as a carpet. Simply love it :)

  • @lmholland3630
    @lmholland3630 Рік тому +3

    That is lovely! I have too many wips right now, but putting this on my wish list when I clear up some needles and hooks!

  • @debbieharman1160
    @debbieharman1160 Рік тому +2

    just found this,I'm a keen knitter and crocheter it's nice to see someone else work, and I I'm guilty of not resting my hands when I should!it turned out lovely 🙂

  • @stefaandeconinck1531
    @stefaandeconinck1531 Рік тому +2

    Love it, its great to see a compleet project. From design to finish. Thank you for sharing

  • @AnneluvsKatz
    @AnneluvsKatz Рік тому

    I found this extremely interesting and never knew that computer program existed! Thanks so much! It turned out beautifully!

  • @Tammy-td5ok
    @Tammy-td5ok Рік тому +1

    Pastel flowers in the Snow 😊🌟

  • @dawnbaker9274
    @dawnbaker9274 Рік тому

    Sounds easier than my graph paper approach. Lovely afghan. 😊

  • @priscillapulido8722
    @priscillapulido8722 Рік тому +4

    Absolutely beautiful 🤩 I love it…. Love the color matches… feels like spring

  • @juliahdomingues
    @juliahdomingues Рік тому +1

    now i dunno about you guys but i am completely ok with pictures of the blanket including a big dog

  • @gracemarotta2769
    @gracemarotta2769 Рік тому +1

    It's so beautiful I love it

  • @jezzsinger5510
    @jezzsinger5510 11 місяців тому +1

    This is absolutely incredible! You are so talented!!

  • @Lee_Tia
    @Lee_Tia Рік тому +1

    Love the pattern! It would even look fab when knitted~ thats what i call a good design!

    • @WillowCrochet
      @WillowCrochet  Рік тому +1

      I would love to see someone knit this pattern!

  • @carolrichards8750
    @carolrichards8750 Рік тому +1

    Your blanket is beautiful you are using some beautiful yarn to Great Stitch definition

  • @tomaszjawskistudio
    @tomaszjawskistudio 4 місяці тому

    Omg- thank you for this video - this is what I was looking for how to make a chart- awesome explanation

  • @lauriedmills7581
    @lauriedmills7581 Рік тому

    I love this! Your design, the technique, all of it. Good on you :). Your dog is adorable :)

  • @lillianholder47
    @lillianholder47 Рік тому +1

    WOW you crochet that blanket. i have to say the blanket looks better than the picture i would call it flowers gilmoreor the flower garden thank you for such great work . i hope i can learn and be able to make a nice piece like you

  • @river8339
    @river8339 3 місяці тому

    A beautiful blanket!

  • @deedeeknight725
    @deedeeknight725 Рік тому +5

    Loved watching this video! The process from design conception (on the iPad) to the color choices, crocheting to the final product! How beautiful this blanket is!!! Thank you for sharing this work of art!!! 💗💗💗

  • @chedunndoit
    @chedunndoit Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for doing this video! I have never been that interested in learning about computers and technology but bc I love crochet so much. I now have a great reason to want to learn so I can expand my crochet talents. Ty! Ty! Ty!

  • @KasiaMask
    @KasiaMask Рік тому +1

    This blanket came out so beautifully! Thanks for the lovely video

  • @eileenfletcher6520
    @eileenfletcher6520 Рік тому

    Absolutely love the design and finished project! I was just telling my mom there has to be a way to do your own designs for crochet. I found the stitch fiddle website too and noticed option for written instructions too. So excited to help use my art skills to design patterns for my mom to crochet! Thank you for such an amazing video with all these details!

  • @lindaarchinal9008
    @lindaarchinal9008 11 днів тому

    Lovely tutorial thank you.

  • @deborahwilliams9690
    @deborahwilliams9690 Рік тому

    Flower power , love the idea of doing a patterned blanket but really confused on how the graph works but will keep watching x

  • @carolrichards8750
    @carolrichards8750 Рік тому +2

    I love your dog he's a cutie pie

  • @PearlHewitt
    @PearlHewitt Рік тому +1

    This is awesome. Thanks for the video. I’d never heard of Stitch fiddle. Definitely gonna check that out. Crochet addict here and always looking for new ideas but I’m also a professional audiobook narrator and I was delighted that you listen to audiobooks! Fabulous. Keep on stitching. You’re brilliant xx

    • @WillowCrochet
      @WillowCrochet  Рік тому +1

      I'm really glad you found the video helpful and that you're interested in trying out Stitch Fiddle. It's such a versatile tool for designing graphgans. By the way, I was intrigued and Googled your name, it turns out I've enjoyed listening to at least one book that you've narrated!

    • @PearlHewitt
      @PearlHewitt Рік тому +1

      @@WillowCrochet oh yay, that is awesome! You've made my day. Small world!

  • @MarimarGomezzz
    @MarimarGomezzz Рік тому +1

    You are *amazing* for showing the whole process 🙌🏼 Thank you! 😍

  • @ashmckee
    @ashmckee Рік тому +2

    Beautiful unique blanket!! Magnificent pup❤

  • @halallifewithmaria3006
    @halallifewithmaria3006 Рік тому

    This is a great tutorial. Thank you. I learned so much. I hope you share more tutorials on how to make your own graphgan on stitch fiddle.

    • @WillowCrochet
      @WillowCrochet  Рік тому +1

      Thank you, I’m glad it was helpful! I have since released a stitch fiddle tutorial: ua-cam.com/video/84e9ID1WaZY/v-deo.htmlsi=zaSRzSeMkCG2YWgL

  • @emiliemoll3493
    @emiliemoll3493 Рік тому +4

    Your video gave me a gift idea for one of my best friends, I'm new to crochet but this is a challenge I want to try because I really enjoy crochet and your project turned out beautiful. I hope I can make it work with my own idea, anyway thank you for the video

  • @nancyhill7794
    @nancyhill7794 Рік тому +2

    Love the process and the finished blanket!
    Also loved seeing your pets and the snow outside .
    Altogether a great experience, thanks 💜

  • @lulua8745
    @lulua8745 Рік тому +1

    Wonderful video, finished object, and journey to be on with you.. Thank you so much!💖💕💕

  • @mannwerebusy
    @mannwerebusy Рік тому

    This is a fab video, really lovely to watch with really clear information. It's been in my watch later playlist for ages and I wish I'd watched it sooner.

  • @StormFang18
    @StormFang18 Рік тому

    26 hours to finish this project is so fast, in my opinion! It looks so lovely

  • @Merdulac
    @Merdulac Рік тому

    You could use a combination of magnets to continue the line.

  • @stephanieroberts4474
    @stephanieroberts4474 Рік тому +1

    Loving this blanket by the way!!!!

  • @anamariastefanell4412
    @anamariastefanell4412 Рік тому +2

    It is stunning!! Thank you for the tutorial ❤

  • @stephanienorwicz1366
    @stephanienorwicz1366 Рік тому

    What a beautiful blanket!!!!!! I can't wait to try something like this

  • @rosegreen2630
    @rosegreen2630 3 місяці тому

    Very pretty, awesome

  • @julie11351
    @julie11351 Рік тому

    Lovely, thank you for creating this clear and easily understandable explanation❤

  • @annezzz08
    @annezzz08 Рік тому

    Wow it’s so beautiful!!!! 🤩 I would call it Flower Frenzy!

  • @R0ckMum
    @R0ckMum Рік тому

    The dog and the cat think they are models for the photos, and they are both so pretty they would look good on it.

  • @waffelsmellgood
    @waffelsmellgood Рік тому

    Spring blossoms

  • @dacooper7151
    @dacooper7151 Рік тому +1

    Heavenly Heatherly inspired by the yarn

  • @Veromac100
    @Veromac100 Рік тому +1

    I absolutely love this!! Thank you for posting!!

  • @Arinze15
    @Arinze15 Рік тому

    flowery fun meadows love this

  • @zeyneposmanova
    @zeyneposmanova Рік тому

    it‘s beautiful both the pattern and your sweet doggy 10:09 well it’s been 6 months but i‘m guessing around 80 hours

    • @zeyneposmanova
      @zeyneposmanova Рік тому

      well i was guessing at my own rate you’re much more quicker than me it‘s beautiful 🩵

  • @burntphotography1697
    @burntphotography1697 11 місяців тому +1

    New sub glad to have found your channel. Thanks for sharing

  • @gracemarotta2769
    @gracemarotta2769 Рік тому

    I love this beautiful blanket great job

  • @mariemin946
    @mariemin946 Рік тому

    It is so Beautiful, and I do Love the Colors ! 🥇🌟😍Thank you for showing

  • @oonisme
    @oonisme Рік тому

    Tysm! I’m fairly new at crocheting, starting in February, and wanted to do my first graphgan but didn’t know how to get started. Thank you!

  • @liz2764
    @liz2764 Рік тому +1

    This was such an awesome tutorial! I love it!!

  • @bambinaforever1402
    @bambinaforever1402 Рік тому +1

    Wow! So awesome! Looks incredible

  • @magorzatabielicka1701
    @magorzatabielicka1701 Рік тому

    Piekna praca i swietne wykorzystanie komputera do projektowania wlasnych wzorów. Gratuluję 🎉❤😊

  • @minini5571
    @minini5571 Рік тому +3

    New subscriber! Love the video and anxious to learn the process and techniques!❤

    • @WillowCrochet
      @WillowCrochet  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for subscribing! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the video and are excited to learn more!

  • @lekomio5257
    @lekomio5257 3 місяці тому +1

    Oh it's really beautiful and amazing colors 🌸 I would be interested to know how heavy the blanket is because i would like to crochet blankets but I'm always worried that they will be too heavy 😅

    • @WillowCrochet
      @WillowCrochet  3 місяці тому +1

      I find blankets made in worsted weight yarn are the perfect weight for me. Just the right amount of coziness without feeling like I’m being suffocated 😂 This blanket required around 13 skeins of yarn so it weighs around 1.3kg.

    • @lekomio5257
      @lekomio5257 3 місяці тому

      @@WillowCrochet OK thanks.. that's perfect 🤗🌸

  • @margittasaager7238
    @margittasaager7238 Рік тому

    Love it and the doggy!❤

  • @jennycampbell1333
    @jennycampbell1333 Рік тому

    The blanket turned out lovely 🦄

  • @karentzn
    @karentzn Рік тому

    Stunning design and wool used.

  • @KnottingHookCrochet
    @KnottingHookCrochet Рік тому +1

    Beautiful blanket, enjoyed your process!!

  • @ManiacMidge13
    @ManiacMidge13 Рік тому

    This is beautiful! Thank you so much for the tutorial and all your tips

  • @tahaniplays
    @tahaniplays 10 місяців тому +1

    Super amazing ❤❤❤❤

  • @carlaarias4951
    @carlaarias4951 Рік тому

    This is gorgeous ❤🩷🧡💙🩵🤍

  • @childskoerner
    @childskoerner Рік тому +1

    It’s gorgeous!

  • @lzmathew
    @lzmathew Рік тому

    When you were doing the foundation single crochet I so badly wanted to tell you, please can you move the yarn away from the graphgan so I can see where the color changes are happening... Brilliant video. Thanks a bunch.

  • @anai.riveradavila3536
    @anai.riveradavila3536 Рік тому

    Beautiful work , very well explained you are a great artist and inspiration.

  • @gracemarotta2769
    @gracemarotta2769 Рік тому

    So beautiful great job