Crochet School Sorry I've taken so long to post this very last post of the crochet school series. Would you believe me if I said I don't want it to end? haha That's not the real reason, although it is a little weird to be writing the last crochet school post (for now). I've just been busy designing new patterns and crocheting my butt off for the craft show I'm in next month, Deluxe. I was also waiting for all of you to have time to put in questions you want answered in this post. Let's cover those questions first: Carly asked "I think you mentioned that you can weave in ends with a hook. Hi carly, Since you're making a blanket, I would probably just try to find a bigger needle. Nia asked "I understand how to make the corners when seaming horizontally but what about vertically.. do we skip the corners and just seam the sides? Since you only do one corner from each side when seaming horizontally, you'll pick up those other two corners when you to the vertical stitches. Don't be afraid to ask for help!
Beautiful Puff Stitch Patterns I Can't Wait to Try The Puff Stitch is family of the Bobble Stitch and the popcorn Stitch. It is different from other crochet stitches because it is made up of several loops that connect at the top and bottom of the stitch. The connecting loops are what gives the puff stitch its raised and defined look. The more loops you choose to add, the puffier it will get. Click below link for tutorial… Triple Puff Granny Square Motif Click below link for free pattern… Neon Love Mitts Photo via Duitang Click below link for video tutorial… Crochet Puff Stitch Loop – Scarf Crochet Puff Stitch Scarf Free Video for beginners and intermediates Puff Stitch Beanie Click below link for pattern… Crochet Flower Puff Stitch Pattern
What Every New or Beginner Knitter & Crocheter Needs to Know June 20th, 2012 by Zontee If you’re beginning to knit or crochet, you may have noticed that there are a TON of resources online that help you along your way. BUT sometimes it’s hard to know exactly what you need to know (or what you should be asking questions about). Here are some of our most useful blog posts for beginners, organized by topic. Read through each of them and you’ll have a better sense of the basic skills that you’ll need for every project! Just the Basics Yarn Tools Patterns & Projects
How to Crochet the Basic Afghan Stitch By Susan Brittain, Karen Manthey If a crochet pattern calls for the Afghan stitch, it’s usually referring to the basic Afghan stitch. Basic Afghan stitches are shaped like little squares with two horizontal strands of yarn and a vertical bar on top of them. The Afghan stitch calls for a unique hook. With the Afghan stitch, you pick up a whole row of stitches on the hook before you work off the loops on a second pass. To accommodate all these stitches, you need a hook with a cap or a stopper on the end to hold the stitches. 1Chain 16 stitches for your foundation chain. Because Afghan stitches require you to pull loops up through existing stitches, you need to start with a foundation row. 2Insert your hook in the second chain (ch) from the hook. Begin counting stitches from the stitch directly below the loop on your hook. 3Yarn over (yo) the hook and draw your yarn through the chain stitch. You should have two loops on your hook. Your hook is now loaded up with loops.
Knitting Tips "Dear SweaterBabe, I have a problem with sewing my side seams. They never look professional. I am not accurate with what stitch to go in to get a thin seam. Yup. -- If you are using non-basic yarn, i.e. something that is furry, nubby, thick and thin, has eyelashs, etc., then you might be better off using a basic yarn in a matching shade to do your sewing. -- Another great reason to use a matching basic cotton or wool yarn to seam with is that you can undo your seams more easily if you use a different yarn. -- If you are making a sweater (and are using a basic yarn that you can seam with), leave extra long tails when you cast on. -- Generally when seaming, you will be matching up your pieces with the front sides facing each other. -- A back stitch is ideal for sewing solid, firm seams. * Now, insert your needle again, BUT start about halfway to the RIGHT of where the last BACK STITCH ended, i.e. about a quarter inch to the right. -- And what I tell many beginners - don't rush! Hey!
8 Atypical Things about How to Crochet Cluster Stitch — Pocket Yarnlings — Pocket Yarnlings What are cluster crochet stitch abbreviations? The abbreviations for cluster stitches in crochet patterns can vary slightly based on the designer or pattern. The commonly used abbreviations include dc cl for double crochet cluster, sc cl for single crochet cluster and hdc cl for half double crochet cluster. These abbreviations might vary slightly depending on the specific pattern or designer, so it's always a good idea to check the pattern's instructions or stitch guide for the exact abbreviations used in that particular pattern. What does CL mean in crochet? In crochet patterns, "CL" usually stands for "Cluster." What is a DC CL? "DC CL" in crochet typically stands for "Double Crochet Cluster." The exact method for creating a double crochet cluster can vary based on the pattern's specifications, which might include the number of double crochet stitches grouped together and the manner in which they're worked and closed off as a cluster. How do you do cluster stitch in crochet? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Thermal Single Crochet Stitch You can use this stitch for almost any project that will benefit from the thickness and extra cushioning. Use it to make soles for crocheted slippers that will last longer and be softer or for super thick potholders that will give you extra protection from hot pans. Or even amigurumi projects – the double thickness of the crochet fabric ensures that you can stuff your piece full without it showing through or pulling out. Follow these steps to learn the stitch. You’ll have a reusable makeup remover pad when you’ve finished! Get this special collection of 3 FREE baby blanket patterns from I Like Crochet right now! One tip – count your stitches or use a stitch marker to mark the first st of each row. How to Create the Thermal Single Crochet Stitch Base Row: Start with a row of either 10 foundation single crochet, or make a chain of 11 and then work a row of single crochet into the chain, ch 1, turn. Row 3 and beyond: Repeat Row 2 until the piece is as big as you want it.
How to Crochet a Spike Stitch The spike stitch is worked using the same steps as a single crochet stitch, but instead of working into the current row where you are crocheting, you drop down and work it into a row below that current row. You always draw the yarn up so that the top of the stitch is still exactly where the top would be if this were a normal single crochet stitch. You can work spike stitch into the row immediately below or several rows below; the lower you go, the longer the stitch is. Spike stitch is often used in combination with regular single crochet stitches within a row. For example, you might work three single crochet, then a spike stitch and repeat that pattern across the row. Spike stitch can also be used to create a design by playing with different heights of the stitch within the same row. Finally, this stitch is crocheted, but it bears some resemblance to the embroidered blanket stitch.
How to Crochet the Alpine Stitch + Video Tutorial - OkieGirlBling'n'Things This post may contain affiliate links. I may earn a small commission off of at NO extra cost to you. For more info, view my Privacy Policy. I have one word for this stitch….Texture! This beautiful stitch is all about texture! I have seen the alpine stitch many times myself and have never attempted to try it until recently and I’m so glad that I did. This is a stitch that may be easier for some people to watch someone do it than to try and explain how to do it. This is an example of the Alpine stitch being worked up in a multi color yarn! Overview of the Crochet Alpine Stitch Not only does the alpine stitch have a beautiful texture, it’s really a lot easier of a stitch to crochet than it may look like! The alpine stitch starts with a single crochet row and then moves on to rows alternating between two different types of double crochet stitches, front post double crochet and regular double crochets. It consists of a four-row repeat for the majority of the alpine stitch pattern. Stitch Key –