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Does crocheting a blanket cost more than buying a new one?



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The simple answer is, it depends.

However, after crocheting two blankets I found out some things. The yarn I use to crochet blankets is Arcylic 8ply and it goes well in a normal load of washing in the washing machine. It’s also super warm. So sometimes blankets are actually quite thin and although my blankets look thin the yarn is warm and cosy, which is exactly what you are seeking in winter. Also, I can choose how I want my blanket to look with either one colour used or multiple colours used or multi-coloured yarn. 

So what about cost? Well I’m making an adult sized blanket and my Arcylic yarn costs $2.50 AUD. I need about 14 yarns (sometimes I don’t use all the yarn) which cost around $35 plus shipping. Many blankets for sale are around $35 upwards. 

Also it can take me a couple of months to crochet a blanket, where if you buy one, it’s just delivery time you are waiting for. But there is something special seeing your children wrapped up in the blankets you crochet for them. It is also super special crocheting a blanket as a gift to a family member or friend and you can find the yarn you love for your own blanket. 

So for me, crocheting blankets is my go-to before buying a blanket. And now I have realised I need lots of blankets. I need at least two blankets just for the living area, so when I’m watching tv (while crocheting) I’m wrapped up in a blanket. If you have a lounge or chair, you can add a blanket to the bottom of the lounge and top and one to lay across your legs. Talk about warmth and comfort! 

I also need at least one for the bedroom but maybe one for my feet because they get extra cold in winter at night. I can also have one for the cold flooring in winter. So when I’m on the floor scrapbooking, I’m on a soft and warm blanket. 

Of course, when I wash the blankets I need more blankets that are already clean to take their place. See it adds up! So I will have plenty of crocheting blanket projects for years to come! And then once when my children are grown, I can also fit out their homes with lots of crochet blankets as well.

If you would like my two stitches blanket pattern that is super easy but super comfortable and warm, click for my blog post here: https://melanietoyeshobbies.blogspot.com/2024/09/crocheting-my-first-blanket.html

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