tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post5064733488492600148..comments2024-03-29T10:21:15.775+00:00Comments on Vintage Vixen: Hip To Be (Afghan) Square - From Cot Blanket to Blanket Coat (Now With Added Pockets)Vixhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comBlogger66125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-52804862056278248592017-12-11T15:35:49.467+00:002017-12-11T15:35:49.467+00:00Thanks, Mim!
Yes, sale agreed to a lovely couple w...Thanks, Mim!<br />Yes, sale agreed to a lovely couple who, apparently, were nearly squealing with excitement when they heard that their offer had been accepted. There was an even higher offer but it was a developer - no thanks! xVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-17473831730676458102017-12-11T15:34:05.681+00:002017-12-11T15:34:05.681+00:00Thanks, Hazel! We really didn't think we'd...Thanks, Hazel! We really didn't think we'd have that much interest, everyone's been surprised! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-78886361255891940442017-12-11T13:53:12.700+00:002017-12-11T13:53:12.700+00:00How lovely to finmd a new way to enjoy your blanke...How lovely to finmd a new way to enjoy your blanket.<br /><br />And congrats on the house offers - this means you can get someone who'll appreciate it for what it is in there, not someone who'll wreck the place.Mimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01578612522819952936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-74651992542432703222017-12-06T11:18:54.891+00:002017-12-06T11:18:54.891+00:00I love what you've done with this blanket, it&...I love what you've done with this blanket, it's awesome.<br />Great news on the house offers, it's such a lovely house I'm not surprised you've been inundated. HazelxJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05438389465030714608noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-37572856595098322252017-12-05T08:23:30.292+00:002017-12-05T08:23:30.292+00:00Justin's wonderful and what a bargain, too. Yo...Justin's wonderful and what a bargain, too. You'll love Exotic Styling. The embroidered bag reminded me of something you'd wear!<br />I like my patchwork not to be an exact science, just cut into squares and sew it all together. Mine's often a bit wonky but the colours r=distract from any dodgy sewing! xxx<br />Vixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-51245857402715704292017-12-05T08:21:10.880+00:002017-12-05T08:21:10.880+00:00Thank you! It's definitely got a lot of love w...Thank you! It's definitely got a lot of love woven into each square. I'm having to keep in hanging up away from the cats' clutches, they'll be wanting it back! xVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-18138874819065461902017-12-05T08:20:06.445+00:002017-12-05T08:20:06.445+00:00Thanks, Sarah! It's barely been off my back si...Thanks, Sarah! It's barely been off my back since I made it! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-52341804838697849572017-12-04T22:49:15.943+00:002017-12-04T22:49:15.943+00:00This is a BRILLIANT idea!!! Alas, I do not have an...This is a BRILLIANT idea!!! Alas, I do not have anything from my own childhood, but I collected some most loved pieces of Anya's clothes with the idea in mind to make a blanket of memories for her. I've never done patchwork style sewing before, but who knows, maybe some day I'll learn! Your idea is just in reverse, and I LOVE IT!!! I can only imagine how many of your fans will want to do just the same!!! :)<br /><br />Happy for your house news too!!!<br /><br />PS Justin bought Exotic Styling for me for Xmas :))) for less than $5! I am in heaven!Natalia Lialinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07552652475347261756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-79571563645371486892017-12-03T22:28:30.008+00:002017-12-03T22:28:30.008+00:00Bravo! I just love that you were able to re-fashi...Bravo! I just love that you were able to re-fashion something that has provided comfort to you, your pets and your family members since it was created into a very funky coat. I would imagine that every time you wear it, you'll not only be kept warm by the wool squares, but by the love with which it was made.Forest City Fashionistahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04428940427287921203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-41854230542954132402017-12-03T20:42:14.180+00:002017-12-03T20:42:14.180+00:00What a great idea! Your coat looks fabulous and it...What a great idea! Your coat looks fabulous and it's so lovely that it has all that history behind it. Great news about the house too xxSarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02941403034210721208noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-14178435221484991542017-12-02T19:00:24.867+00:002017-12-02T19:00:24.867+00:00You are kind, thank you!
Honestly though, I reall...You are kind, thank you! <br />Honestly though, I really don't think I'd ever seen that book before. Mum & Dad had hundreds and hundreds of books but I recognised all of them except for this! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-30001320071985595752017-12-02T18:36:16.941+00:002017-12-02T18:36:16.941+00:00Thank you!! Holding a baby in the garden must have...Thank you!! Holding a baby in the garden must have been the 1960s equivalent of the selfie! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-40026086490738249532017-12-02T18:32:52.781+00:002017-12-02T18:32:52.781+00:00Maybe you did see it as a young person and don'...Maybe you did see it as a young person and don't remember - as you certainly live the wardrobe of those pages every day of your life, with flair and class :)Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-72046374795362122142017-12-02T17:21:23.691+00:002017-12-02T17:21:23.691+00:00What a wonderful way of giving a new lease of life...What a wonderful way of giving a new lease of life to something your Mum so lovingly crafted for you. 7 offers are no less than The Cottage deserves. I have an almost identical photo of me being held as a baby in the garden! xxtopchelseagirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03184553018734994467noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-25968237322009536652017-12-01T19:16:08.425+00:002017-12-01T19:16:08.425+00:00Thanks, Kezzie! xxxThanks, Kezzie! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-63363297658188146822017-12-01T19:15:55.165+00:002017-12-01T19:15:55.165+00:00I think it must be an acrylic knit as it dries rea...I think it must be an acrylic knit as it dries really quickly after I've washed it and keep its shape really well.<br />There's some amazing crochet dresses on American eBay made from Afghan squares, they sell for $$$$$. I'm trying to hunt down a replacement nude slip to wear under my crochet wedding dress, I can't wear it until I find one! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-32500517789441875902017-12-01T19:13:19.811+00:002017-12-01T19:13:19.811+00:00Beth certainly does have a way with words! I'm...Beth certainly does have a way with words! I'm so glad you like my coat, you are always inspiring when it comes to making something new and fabulous out of something old and tired! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-63638968121607761472017-12-01T19:12:22.889+00:002017-12-01T19:12:22.889+00:00Beth, as always your comments are so thoughtful an...Beth, as always your comments are so thoughtful and clever. I love that quote.<br />I love finding new used for ancient things, I love being able to enjoy them rather than just looking at them. xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-86754707696368519932017-12-01T19:11:08.294+00:002017-12-01T19:11:08.294+00:00You could easily make something similar, Monica. Y...You could easily make something similar, Monica. You're so creative. It's all in the colour, isn't it? I fancied turning an old blanket into a cape but all mine are either pastel coloured or drab! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-28840507795972916022017-12-01T19:10:04.301+00:002017-12-01T19:10:04.301+00:00Thanks, Sally! The letter is quite funny, Grandma ...Thanks, Sally! The letter is quite funny, Grandma talks of having to tell someone at church that I was premature as I arrived only five months after Mum & Dad got married! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-64998254374939355042017-12-01T19:08:36.505+00:002017-12-01T19:08:36.505+00:00I've seen some great capes made from vintage b...I've seen some great capes made from vintage blankets. You should have a go yourself. xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-46569230264736529062017-12-01T19:07:58.510+00:002017-12-01T19:07:58.510+00:00A hug from my mum! What a lovely thing to say! Tha...A hug from my mum! What a lovely thing to say! Thank you! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-59183812687253149882017-12-01T19:07:28.544+00:002017-12-01T19:07:28.544+00:00Ohhhh, I'm so excited you've found a bag o...Ohhhh, I'm so excited you've found a bag of granny squares so you can make your own. That was a lucky purchase.<br />I laid my squares out on the floor until they resembled a coat then sewed it all together. I'm amazed it turned out as well as it did. A kimono would be a brilliant shape to copy.<br />The house news is very exciting. I've been looking the people who've made offers up on Facebook to see if they're worthy owners. The lady from last week is still my favourite. xxx Vixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-1890683313472346092017-12-01T19:04:40.873+00:002017-12-01T19:04:40.873+00:00Thank you!! xxxThank you!! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4868048249049410936.post-54937215918667889572017-12-01T19:04:31.512+00:002017-12-01T19:04:31.512+00:00Hello Sheila!! thank you so much! Isn't it bri...Hello Sheila!! thank you so much! Isn't it bright for something almost 51 years old? xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.com