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an archived personal and craft blog from Elise Blaha Cripe.

the 30th knit blanket

January 6, 2015

Last year, while I was knitting my 29 blankets, I knitted one extra (I think it was number 19). I didn't have enough of two yarns colors at the house and I was wanting to knit so I just started adding scrap yarn together. Of course, then I ran out of scrap yarn and had to go buy more to actually finish this blanket.

Originally, I thought I'd sell it as one of the 29 but then realized that would be so random. 28 striped blankets and then this one! This random one! #odd.

So I kept it aside and powered through the remaining blankets. And then sold them in November.

This one is still special to me though. I love the look. I love the warm color palette. I love the crazy changing yarns.

Like all the blankets, this was knit with simple back-and-forth garter stitch on size 15 needles. (I did 60 stitches per row if you want to make your own.)

Today, I'd love to give this blanket away to a reader. Just leave a comment… tell me your favorite post from 2014 and/or how long you've been reading my blog and I'll pick a random winner from the comments by the end of the week. Open to anyone, in the US or International.

GIVEAWAY CLOSED : According to random.org, the winner is Michelle who posted at 6:12AM on 1/6

Thanks for reading!

Posted in get crafty, yarn projects

1,104 responses to “the 30th knit blanket”

Jamie

January 6, 2015

Hi Elise! I’ve been reading just the past year, and wading through Archives when I have the time (because I love to see how a blogger has grown and changed over the years). I don’t have one favorite, but a catagory – Little E film-picture posts are so inspiring. Thank you! = )

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Wendy

January 6, 2015

Wow, gorgeous blanket!
I’m trying to think when I first started reading. It was definitely in 2013 when you were one of the PL creative team members. I love reading all of your posts, but some of the arts/crafts are my favorite and makes me want to work on more projects (it actually became one of my new year’s resolutions this year).

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Sarah

January 6, 2015

I’ve been reading for a couple of years, and one of my favorite things has been to read your business story. Thanks for sharing!

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Sara Westfall

January 6, 2015

Your home projects are so inspiring! I love the way that its a slow steady project and how you don’t stress about it being perfect immediately. Your blog is also one that I love to read – its never forced or staged. Love love. Cheers to a successful 2015 – shake it up/off/wildly

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Kimberly

January 6, 2015

Love this scrap blanket! I’ve been reading your blog for about 4 years now.I was actually inspire by you to learn how to knit. My favorite post of 2014, was the one where you did the video on how to knit in the continental style. This has saved my elbow so much and I am a much faster knitter now! I actually just knitted 4 Hadley hats last week, thank you for sharing your friends pattern!

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Deb @ PaperTurtle

January 6, 2015

Oh my gosh what a fun giveaway!!! Ok – I have been reading your blog for about six years now. Favorite post(s) have got to be your current memory keeping installment: E&e. LOVE those monthly posts where you document your favorites along side of Ellerie’s. Thanks for a chance to win! xo

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The Daybook.

January 6, 2015

Goodness me, I love this blanket..
I’ve been reading since 2012 I think, & found you via Pinterest when you posted the Groucho Marx quote..
My all time favourite post is probably the ‘right now’ post where there was a picture of you at the top on the beach.. I also loved all the project life posts you did that first year, “a long ramble on staying inspired” and all the goal posts with you holding the camera and your goals listed on the side..
Okay so I’m a big fan, HUGE infact
Kirsty x

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silk

January 6, 2015

So pretty! I love the colour palette! I would love to participate in this giveaway please!
I’d say my favourite posts from you in 2014 were your #eliselovesmornings pictures on instagram. It was very inspiring to see all the different pictures you came up with.

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Debbie Lee

January 6, 2015

I can’t tell you what my favorite post was from 2014 because I enjoyed so many as a whole. I did, however, find your letters to Ellerie so endearing. Made me cry every time. I’ve been reading your blog for at least three years. You are inspiring and funny and an awesome writer! Would love to see you write a book one day.
Thanks for the opportunity to win this beautiful blanket.

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Marcie L

January 6, 2015

I have been reading for probably 5-6 years I’d guess…and some of my favorite posts are your weekend links posts. I have spent countless dollars on items that you love that I click on and decide that I love too!
Thanks for the constant inspiration, both for crafting and for family.

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Nihao, Cupcake! by Margie

January 6, 2015

My fave post from 2014 was your business story. Compelling and inspiring! Thank you. 😀

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Angela NJ

January 6, 2015

I don’t remember how I found your blog, but I know it was pre-Project Life designer because I remember seeing that news and feeling pretty trendy that I already “knew” who you were. I can’t possibly pick a favorite post of all the ones that I’ve read since that time; the thing I love most about visiting your blog each day is the variety. Aside from the posts to your daughter, which are among the sweetest things I’ve read online, I love your perfectly imperfect approach to all things crafty and DIY. Thank you for sharing your journey, and for gifting a snuggly piece of the 2014.

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Lourdes Ibarra

January 6, 2015

I’ve been reading your blog for quite some time. I love your weekly links. I learn so much from it.
What yarn do you use for these blankets?

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Jacee

January 6, 2015

I’ve loved your knitting posts bc I’ve always wanted to learn. I’ve liked your project life posts, as well. You’re ac the reason I started scrapbooking. You made it look so fun!

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Emily

January 6, 2015

So exciting, Elise! I would love to win this. I have been reading your blog since probably sometime in 2006 – the “2 Peas” days. ha!

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Betsy

January 6, 2015

I would have a hard time picking one favorite post from last year. But any of your goal setting posts would probably be my pick. I have been reading your blog for about 3 years.

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Marketa

January 6, 2015

Love this blanket- the colors are so pretty! I have been reading your blog for the past year or so and I love your small business posts the most. I also LOVE your podcast, I listen to every single one!
Xx, Marketa

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annette eland

January 6, 2015

You are my favorite blog! Your mention of the Serial podcast got me hooked! My first podcast and I couldn’t stop listening!!!! I also just completed my 2014 scrapbook using Project Life because of you!!!

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Diane

January 6, 2015

So hard to pick a favourite, mostly I just love how motivating and inspiring your blog is. Love your energy. And that blanket!

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Lauren Fleming

January 6, 2015

Hi Elise! I’ve been following your blog for about 2 and a half years now! You were actually one of the first bloggers I started to follow. 🙂 My favorite blog from 2014 was your “Gifts for New Mamas” post. I became a mom (again) in July of 2014 and used a lot of those items that you recommended!
Oh, and btw… (I hope this isn’t weird), I named my daughter Sophia and her middle name is Elise, and I can honestly say that I got that name idea because of you! 🙂 No one in my family had ever heard of that name before, and now everyone loves it. Happy New Year! 🙂
-Lauren

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Dottie

January 6, 2015

I actually just started following your blog after instagram led me your way, literally right around new years. Your blog is very uplifting and I love your craft and gardening posts – two things I hope to improve on! (Especially regarding my Grandmother’s succulents that survived her; hopefully, I won’t be the end of them!)

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Melissa

January 6, 2015

I’ve been reading your blog for about 4 years now!

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Carrie

January 6, 2015

How nice! And so pretty.
Long time reader… 😉

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Jackie P

January 6, 2015

Hi Elise, I’ve been reading your blog since just before you announced your pregnancy I think. I religiously read it as there is so much content I enjoy.
I admire your strength, especially during the hard times, those endless days when your husband is deployed or those very early baby days, I remember mine so much too and it’s nice to see you’re not alone during these struggles.
Thanks for the giveaway, it seems pretty popular.

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Melissa Marie

January 6, 2015

This is so sweet Elise! I have been reading for 2 years now and love it! I am so happy that I found your blog. 🙂

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Nicolle

January 6, 2015

I’ve been reading your blog for about 3 years now. It’s been fun following your journey!

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Katherine

January 6, 2015

Beautiful! I’ve been reading your blog for 3 years and my favourite post was the one about the sandal.

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kirsten

January 6, 2015

I’ve only been reading for about 6 months, but I’m addicted and love my daily dose. Thanks for this opportunity. xo.

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Silke

January 6, 2015

What a wonderful giveaway, Elise! I ‘ve been reading your blog for 2 to 3 years and I can’t remember how I found it. But I’m glad I did. 🙂
I especially like your personal posts because of your honesty and authenticity…your letters to Ellerie are among my favorites. Wishing you all the best for the new year!

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Jeanean

January 6, 2015

I’m not sure how I even came across your wonderful blog, but I’m glad I did! You are my go to for inspiration! I love the blankets and even made a cowl..you motivated me to pick my needles up again! I’m also training for the Dallas Rock n Roll half marathon in March! Thank you!

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Laura

January 6, 2015

I’m not sure how long I’ve been following. My favorite posts of 2014 are probably your E and E posts where you list yours and Ellerie’s current favorites.

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Kate S

January 6, 2015

Favorite post from 2014…I actually loved the New Year’s Eve invites especially because of the items to bring! I’m sure there were other posts I liked a lot, but the invite one is fresh in my mind. I’ve been reading your blog for several years now, but I’ve actually read the archives, too, so I feel like I’ve been here since the beginning. (I promise that doesn’t make me too crazy though.)

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Michelle G

January 6, 2015

I’ve been reading your blog since Ellerie was a newborn. I have two littles as well and you remind me to set goals and stay creative even as a mom.

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Tiffany

January 6, 2015

I don’t even know how long I’ve been reading your blog…I know I was directed to you from Kal Barteski’s blog. If I have to put a number on it, I would say 5 years. I love the letters to Ellerie posts you did last year. Such a sweet thing!

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Britiney

January 6, 2015

I’m brand new to your blog, but I follow you on Instagram. Thanks for a chance to win!!

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Leona Lane

January 6, 2015

Lovely blanket! I love imperfectness of it and the color palette is perfect. I don’t think I have a favorite post from 2014 – I love your mix of posts… photography, crafts, small business, all of it. It feels very balanced. But maybe my favorite from 2014 is your podcast!! I love hearing you chat about small business with so many other creative awesome people out there rocking their thing!
Look forward to reading and listening in 2015!

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Lucy R

January 6, 2015

I started reading back around the time you got married, then I drifted for a couple years then came back around the time my son arrived last February. I found your newborn experiences so familiar to my own and I found great comfort in your honesty. So thank you! And of course then I connected to all your making and wondered why I ever went away. Go Elise! I am SUPER excited for the Get To Work Book. Much love! 🙂

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Desiree

January 6, 2015

Hi Elise! I would love this blanket! I started following you just recently after I took your BPC class in 2014. I follow you on Instagram as well and just love seeing those sweet pics of your baby girl 🙂

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Elizabeth

January 6, 2015

I’m not sure when I started reading, exactly, but I know you guys were still on the east coast- you introduced me to the magic of Paper Source and got me scrapbooking, for which I’m forever grateful. (I’m still saving one of your mini books for something special!). This blanket is so cool!! I’ve always wanted to make a scrap blanket but the orderly perfectionist in me has a lot of trouble just letting go of a color scheme and just going with it. 😉

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Nicholette

January 6, 2015

My sister in law turned me on to your blog at the end of 2012 and because of you I started project life. I’ve stuck around ever since and your blog was the first I’ve ever read on a daily basis. I also went back through the archived posts back to the USC days. Thanks for the chance to win this blanket!

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Suzanne

January 6, 2015

So nice of you to offer this blanket! I’ve been reading your blog for about 3 years now…I’m always happy to see your posts pop up in my reader.

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Michele

January 6, 2015

Gosh. This is a really cool blanket and so thoughtful of you to give it away. I think I found your blog 3 years ago… who knows. It’s hard to choose a favorite post from last year. I seem to be drawn to the creative ones with paper and photography. Thanks again for inspiring me.

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Kelsey

January 6, 2015

My favorite posts are your Dear Ellerie letters. My little girl is just a few weeks older than Ellerie. You remind me to just enjoy the moment and not stress about everything, enjoy being a momma and enjoy my kiddos! In all reality, I just really love reading all of your posts, you’re a great inspiration. I have been following your blog for a long time now, probably almost 4 years I think. Thank you for sharing your life with us, and for just being so real in all that you write and share! 🙂

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Sunday

January 6, 2015

Thinking back, in one of your posts there’s a line that has really stayed with me. I really like it because it appears in so many of your posts last year when you are talking about being a mama and Ellerie. It goes something like this: 18 months is my favourite age. Until tomorrow then you’ll do something amazing and 18 months plus 1 day will be my new favourite.
Such a beautiful sentiment and so true!
Thanks for creating beautiful things for us to read, Elise 🙂

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Kelsey

January 6, 2015

I’ve been reading your blog since last summer! God bless you!

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Jess

January 6, 2015

My favorite posts last year was “Ellerie, at 14 months”. So special to me as you posted on my sweet girls born day! A few days after my baby was born I turned to your blog to give me some relief from those crazy feed the baby, change the nappy, get the baby to sleep days. You have saved my sanity.
I enjoy all of your Ellerie posts but since becoming a mama myself your words touch me in a whole new way. You have a way of being able to put so many emotions onto paper and it is a joy to read them. Thank you for that 🙂
I’ve been reading for maybe 3 years…I think I stumbled across your blog while googling something craft related!

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Morgan

January 6, 2015

I have been reading your blog since I discovered it via the Umbrella Prints web site when you were one of the judges for their contest.
Hard to pick my favorite post but I think it might be the one where you started taking a roll of film of Ellerie per month. It really captures her in many interesting ways. A close second is (are) the posts about diving into knitting without fear and without delay. I would like to be making things in that sort of spirit. Thank you!

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Deb A.

January 6, 2015

Elise, I love your blog and have been reading since I found it via the feature Becky Higgins did on you documenting your wedding. It would be impossible for me to pick a favorite post. Love them all.

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Kirsten

January 6, 2015

This is so beautiful! I’ve been reading your blog for a couple years. I loved your small business story and all your posts on goal-setting!

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Jess Lonett

January 6, 2015

I’ve been reading your blog for about 4 years now (whoa!) since I graduated college and got my first boring big girl desk job.
I don’t have a favorite post, but I love the way you document your life.

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