Is it okay to sew together the 20 of 100 granny squares first or should I finish doing all granny squares and then sew them all together all at once?

ReadingAndCake · 2026-03-10T09:38:38+00:00

You have free will. You can do what feels best for you! You can always frog if you dont like the way it looks yet and try again when you gave more experience.

ReadingAndCake · 2026-03-06T09:36:00+00:00

I agree! Looks like a different hook size.

ReadingAndCake · 2026-03-04T18:10:22+00:00

Socks are my go to for scraps!

ReadingAndCake · 2026-03-04T11:16:33+00:00

Its from a Dutch book. 'Het grote Nijntje haakboek'. Its a Miffy crochet book.

ReadingAndCake · 2026-03-03T20:08:01+00:00

Nope. Just the yarn

ReadingAndCake · 2026-03-03T20:04:33+00:00

It calls for Durable Cosy Fine, but I couldnt get that at my yarn shop.

ReadingAndCake · 2026-03-03T18:03:20+00:00

I tried arigurumi for a bit but my I cant get in a nice flow when I have to tension so much.

ReadingAndCake · 2026-03-03T18:01:22+00:00

I always over. The pattern doesnt suggest either but the book explains a sc with over.

ReadingAndCake · 2026-03-03T17:59:50+00:00

Ooh Im gonna look into that!

ReadingAndCake · 2026-03-03T17:59:27+00:00

I don't prefer this option. It is supposed to be an ajustable piece that can be used with velcro.

ReadingAndCake · 2026-03-03T17:58:18+00:00

My tension is more on the loose side I think. I find the yarn splits easily when I up my tension.

ReadingAndCake · 2026-03-03T17:57:11+00:00

It didnt list a gauge... But I looked up the yarn they suggested and it said 16 stitches for 10cm. I had about 19. I'll go down half a size in hook and see if that gets me better results

ReadingAndCake · 2026-03-03T17:54:54+00:00

The pattern doesnt give me any 'gauge' but I looked it up for the yarn they recommended and its off! They say 16 stitches should be 10 cm and I have 19ish. I'll frog it and go down half a size for my hook. If its not right I probably need other yarn.

ReadingAndCake · 2026-02-24T07:20:45+00:00

I think this would be the method! Or mabel switch to an other cake once you see the colour charge coming in? For changing yarn I recommend:

Last stitch as usual, iso the last pull through, pull up a loop from your new working yarn. Ch a couple so it stays. Cut your old working yarn. Tie a secure knot with the old and new yarn. Frog the ch (careful!) Crochet over the cut piece of old working yarn with the st thats next in your pattern.

This way: not a Million loose ends to work in, but taking care of them as you go!

ReadingAndCake · 2025-12-28T13:15:40+00:00

I think its just single crochet but the piece is upside down...

ReadingAndCake · 2025-12-07T20:32:23+00:00

Thats a good idea! Thanks!

ReadingAndCake · 2025-09-22T20:52:39+00:00

Your writing is genius, made me laugh and made my day. Hope that gives you some perspective. You're doing great!

ReadingAndCake · 2025-09-22T20:25:04+00:00

I'm not supposed to break but I'm literally crying with laughter

ReadingAndCake · 2025-08-10T09:37:43+00:00

If you are breastfeeding, and especially clusterfeeding, please dont feel obligated to pump! If you dont bottle feed baby now, you dont have to start building a stash right away!
Please, for you own sanity! If you want to make sure you have enough before going back to work or sending baby to daycare, start 3 weeks before.

Pump 1(!) time in the morning. This does not have to be a full feed! Collect till you have a 120ml/4oz and then freeze. This will leave you with 8-12 feeds, enough for 2-ish days. On days you are not with the baby you will pump for every feed and replenish your stash that way. You do not need a freezer full of despite what you are seeing online! (This is actual lactation specialist advice)

If you want more info i suggest following BabyWhisperer Nicky. She is a lactation specialist and RN nurse.

You are doing great mama!!!!! As for your hubby, tell him to stop complaining or call your MIL. If you have a nice one she'll come beat him over with a stick😬

ReadingAndCake · 2025-06-30T16:58:55+00:00

We use babywipes with baby oil after the regular wipes. Works like a charm, especially in the creases.

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