Four is a great number of swatches and can be so very versatile. What ideas can you come up with? Here are things I came up with or have seen online over the years.
- Book mark: Like last month use thread. Seam 3 as before. Crochet with a tiny hook around the edges, starting in the center of one of the short sides. When you meet back up with the edging, chain for 6 - 9 inches and go around the last square. Now you have a dangle. Keep the dangle for a fancy swatch!
- Dishcloth: Using cotton, create 4 swatches or granny squares. Coordinate the patterns or colors. Seam them in the shape of a square and edge or not as desired.
- Pillow cover: Do you have a square sofa cushion that is worn on one side? Create a dishcloth using yarns that work with your décor and in a size that will fit your pillow.
- Hot water bottle cover: Use your favorite yarns. Make 4 squares that are about 8 inches. Seam into a square, then fold in half. Seam one short end and the long side. Add a tie woven through the other short end. Slide the hot water bottle in, fill and cinch closed.
- Eyeglass case: Use non scratchy yarns. Seam together to create a two layer thick tube. Seam one short side. Add a clasp to the other end if desired.
- Doll blanket: Depending on the size of the doll, seam the swatches together in a square shape. The swatches should be a little more than the width of the doll. This way the doll can stay warm.
- Hot mat: Need a larger mat to protect the table? Platters for the holiday turkey, goose or ham require a larger hot mat/trivet than is generally available. For this you will need to use cotton or wool yarn and several layers of felt. Make your swatches 6 - 10 inches square. Seam 2 together for each side. Layer together with the felt in the center. Seam or crochet around the outer edge. Don't use acrylic yarn as it can melt depending on how hot your platter, pan, or baking dish is.
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