Granny Apple Blossom

I've christened my latest crochet cushion cover, Granny Apple Blossom because

a)  the pinks and greens reminded me of apple blossom 

and 

b) it's 2 big granny squares sewn together. 

I hadn't made a granny square for ages, and started one about a week ago. I chose pink and green because they look so good together and after all the recent cold wintry weather, I felt a need for the colours of spring. Here's a list of the wools I used.

 

All lovely to work with and they worked well together, despite being different brands. I kept on making round after round until it was quite large and perfect for a cushion. 

 

A bit of a delay ensued with completion as I faffed around with making the second side. Firstly I tried an old sweater backing, but it looked awful. Then I tried rows of half treble crochet in the same colours, but it just didn't look right either and had to be frogged. Eventually I realised that another granny square was the best idea, keeping things simple. 

 

Some flower buttons to fasten

 

and there is is, finished!

 

Pretty and cheery on a cold snowy day, but I'm sure it will be just as good on a sunny spring or summer day!

Comments

[melanie]

I love it, it is so pretty and cosy! xxx

[Jennyff]

Just the thing to brighten this snowy weather. I like colours and the buttons you used, your chair is lovely too.

[Anne@andamento]

Lovely!

[Diane]

Thats so pretty - the buttons are perfect. xxx

[Petit Filoux]

It looks fantastic! Well done you!!