My first grandchild was born 12 years ago, and i can remember the day I got the news how excited I was.   The very first thing I wanted to do was crochet a baby blanket for her! The problem was that I hadn’t crocheted since I was a kid.   I had always wanted to learn how to do it better, yet just never found the time.

I was blessed enough to know a dear friend who taught me some basic stitches, and I managed to come up with a small blanket.   I have to admit though, it took me the entire pregnancy to make one small little baby blanket, but hey, I got it done!! I was so proud of myself…you honestly would have thought I made the Mona Lisa with yarn!I have read more