If you’ve been reading for a while you will remember that I made one of these for Maia a little while ago… and had great plans of making one for myself immediately. This week I finally got around to making it and aside from waiting 3 days for some extra wool to come (I didn’t bank on it taking quite as much as it did) it really only took me 3 days to make. If you want to make an easy item of clothing for a child or yourself then this is it- seriously, even a beginner could make one! I haven’t decided on a closure yet, and I’ve worn it a couple of times without one so I probably wont rush to find something. The yarn is a gorgeous possum – merino mix that is incredibly soft, and the pattern is called Granny Shrug – you can find it over at Kootoyoo.
Edit: the original pattern is no longer available- a written version is available through Ravelry.
The only variation I made from the pattern was instead of using a super bulky yarn and huge hook, mine is made with an 8ply yarn and 6mm hook. Go on, make one, you won’t regret it!
Ill be back over the weekend with the pattern for the flower necklace. Hope you are having a lovely week! Love Janette x
The Green Dragonfly 
what a lovely project. i like the colour you have used.
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Hi, I like “my granny shrug very much , can you tell me how to get the pattern, if it is ok could you send me the link to get the pattern. Thank you for your sharing
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love it! perfect for the cooling weather!
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So good on you!!! Brava!
xxx Alessandra
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I really like the shrug. Very pretty. I have never seen such a clear photo of your face before, your daughter looks just like you.
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Wow, possum yarn. I have to try that. I love the color.
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Looks lovely on you Janette…thanks for the linky. I like it more in the thinner yarn too :)x
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It’s awesome! 🙂 And looks great on you too btw.
xo,
wink
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That looks fabulous!
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I think that the shrug is really lovely, I like the design and the colour is so me ( I think I’ll have to make myself one).
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Love, love, love the granny shrug. I need one, BAD!
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That is gorgeous! I have admired that pattern for awhile, but haven’t gotten around to making one. So cute!
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So pretty! This is still on my to do list. I made one for my mom this past Christmas but still want one for me…
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I really love this shrug and think it looks great with the weight of yarn you used. Could you tell me how much you used in grams if possible? Thanks
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I Louise, sorry I don’t know… It was some leftover yarn from another project- but not very much. Hope that helps!
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I general idea would’ve been good (weighing the garment for example) but no worries. I’m giving it a go in DK yarn 🙂 x
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Just found this via your link from your recent post for your beautiful crochet cardigan! This looks fab and just what I need for the summer with dresses. I’ve looked at the pattern link and I really love the 8 ply effect you’ve done here especially as a summer option. Thank you so much for this! Kate x
http://thepolkadotroom.wordpress.com
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This looks gorgeous, and I really want to make one. Can you let me know if you adjusted the original pattern at all to fit in with the lighter weight yarn you used, and if so how? I have lots of 10 ply that would be ideal for this. Thanks x
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Hi Charlie, I made the pattern exactly as is, you just keep going until the size is right! I edged all around the front in a round of single crochet. Jxx
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Thant’s great, thank you. I started making it this afternoon – can’t wait for it to be finished already! x
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I just stumbled across this thanks to following lots of links from Pinterest – I love it and have started to make my own immediately!! (6 rounds in at the mo!) Love the colour of yours though, gorgeous 🙂
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Awesome, it will grow fast! xx
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It really did – took 3 days like yours did. Now I’m on the look out for different yarns to try it in… #addicted 😉
http://inpursuitoftheworthwhile.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/my-first-wearable-crochet.html
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Gorgeous!
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Thank you!
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I need the link for the pattern my. Granny shrug
Hi
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Hello 🙂 The link that you have listed for the original design no longer exists. Anyway you can help us out with finding the pattern or one similar?
Thank you
Hugs Tami
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I WOULD REALLY LOVE THE PATTERN WILL YOU E-MAIL IT TO ME – THANKS PAM
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I would love the pattern .just goes to go daddy when I press on the link on your blog .
Do you have pattern? please email it to me?
Thanks Linda.
Lindamkeefe@gmail.com
Or
Tolaroad@gmail.com
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I cannot find this pattern and would really love to make it. Could you post a link to it or let me know whe0re to find it. Thank you! Debbie
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