Carinas Craftblog: Granny square joining tutorial Just a warning before we get started with the tutorial, there's LOTS of pictures and I may go into too much detail, but that's just what I do. ;-) By the way, this is the yarn I use. Dc/treble: this refers to the same stitch. Dc if you use US crochet terms and treble if you use UK terms. July 2012 - Please note: these days I do very little crochet because I'm working on an embroidery book. The book writing also means I may not have time to help with any crochet-y questions/problems. There are loads of methods of joining (granny) squares, my method is just one, and may not even be the best. If you have particular layout for your blanket in mind, lay out your squares in that pattern. Then stack your squares so you can keep track of what goes where. Because of how this method works, it is best to have as few squares in each stack as possible. Take the top square and put it on the left and then the next square and keep that on the right. Lay the rows together with backs facing each other.
Nerdigurumi - Free Amigurumi Crochet Patterns with love for the Nerdy » Louie's Loops: Taking Crocheting to the Future So I'm somewhat, okay a lot of, a nerd. For those of you who arn't or maybe didn't know, there's a little convention called Comic Con, and last Thursday through Sunday all the lucky people of New York had their 6th annual Comic Con. Unluckily for me I live in California, and I'm also broke :) but to commemorate this event and kinda commemorate Halloween, which is just around the corner, I decided to make a nerd based crocheted item (the first of many more). For those of you who don't know, this is known as a Brain Slug from the show Futurama. It attaches to someone's (or something's) head and controls them, kinda making them into a zombie like state. Here are some photo's of the finished product: Materials:-Lion Brand Cotton Ease Lime Green-Size US-G/4.00 mm Crochet Hook-White Felt-Small (about 1/4-1/2") Black Button-A little bit of stuffing *First make a tiny ball of yarn separate from the main ball for the antennae. I make a great zombie slave You can buy this guy here!
Free Patterns by H Louie's Loops: Movember (No Shave November) Many famous people have sported these bad boys throughout the years, like Hulk Hogan, John Lenon, and Seth Rogen, and now, you too!! Along with this bad boy comes these sweet sideburns that can be attached to glasses, you may have seen them on the Early November Giveaway I did a while back. I know it may be a little late, but better then never, here's the pattern for the Horseshoe Mustache and Sideburns! Materials:Lion Brand Cotton /Lily Sugar'n Cream /Lion Brand Cotton-Ease (basically any 100% cotton works) -Crochet Hook-Size G6 4.00mm -Needle to sew in ends with Abbreviations: -SL.ST = Slip Stitch -SC = Single Crochet -HDC = Half Double Crochet -DC = Double Crochet -Ch = Chain -Rnd = Round Mustache Ch 31 Rnd 1: skip 1st ch, sl.st 1, sc 8, sc 2 in next ch, hdc 2, dc 1, sc 1, ch 1 around next ch (see the bottom of the page here for photos), sc 1, hdc 1, dc 1, hdc 2, sc 2 in next ch, sc 8, sl.st 1. Put a little bit of tape onto the insides of the mustache to keep it on your face!
LucyRavenscar - Crochet Creatures Crochet Swirls (Tutorial) « Crafts (Update: To see more of my patterns, please visit my ONLINE SHOP!) This is a little crochet swirl. You might have seen me using it in this project. And since I gave you a pinky swear promising I’d show you how it’s done, here it is. Which in short means that I really hope the following sentences make at least some sense. Here’s what you need. Two yarns of different color – the bulkier the yarn the bulkier the swirl. You also need one hook that will work well with your yarns, a needle and a pair of scissors. Let’s pretend that is not a hair cutting scissors. Please. The whole swirl has only four rows. 1. 2. 3. 4. Finish off. You have just created a funny curly strip. Now twist the strip into a nice shape. Using a needle and some yarn, sew some stitches in the middle and along the edges only to fixate the whole swirl. I made only three stitches and that was it. I can imagine these on scarves, slippers, headbands or as a brooch even. Enjoy, dear friends! Love, Petra
Ami List Small Crochet Flower 1 Showing how to make a small crochet flower. What are way you like to use crochet flowers?Share pictures to Crochet Geek's Community of your crochet work, get ideas and participate in discussion. Small Crochet Flower 1 Written by Teresa Richardson Video Tutorial: Small Crochet Flower 1 Video Tutorial: Left Hand Small Crochet Flower 1 Skill Level - Easy Abbreviations HDC - Half Double Crochet CH - Chain SL ST - Slip Stitch Materials Size I/5.5 mm crochet hook 4 ply yarn Tapestry Needle Chain 4, join with the beginning chain. *CH 2, 2 HDC through the loop, CH 2, SL ST through the loop.
One Skein Crochet Gifts for Men Can you believe how close the holidays are already?! Time to give thanks for quick projects! Crafting for the men in our lives can be tough, and investing the time and money to make a sweater isn’t always realistic. So today I’ve gathered together 10 free patterns that make great crochet gifts for men – and depending on the yarn you use, they can all by made with just one skein! Men’s Crochet Hat Pattern on JJ Crochet’s Blog: (90-100 yds) This quick beanie is dressed up with a ribbed style brim, great for guy who prefer their style simple. Looking for even more ideas? Crochet gifts for men don’t have to be a cause for stress!