Want to learn how to cut your fabric? Try out crochet steeking with a video tutorial and a small project. Create the Happily Ever After Crochet Clutch Pattern today.
Today’s pattern freebie comes from the August 1955 edition of Stitchcraft magazine. This is one of my favorites and has been on my to-do list for quite some time. Click on the following link to download the pattern as a free pdf: Striped Jumper Pattern. Click here to add this pattern to your Ravelry Queue or Favorites.Continue reading
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You’re standing in the craft store and all you see is different types of yarn, needles and hooks. You begin to wonder, what's the difference between knitting and crocheting? But the threat of the stink-eye from knitting nerds and crochet hotshots keeps you from asking the question out loud. Fear not. This is a judgment-free zone. (And most of us wouldn't even think about giving a novice the stink-eye.) Before you set out into the world with set out into the world with your needles and hooks, though, you'll have to learn the basics. Keep reading. After you've wrapped your mind around all that, check out these beginner-friendly crochet projects. More of a knitting fan? Start with this super cute free knitting pattern for an iPad sleeve. The Basics of Crochet First, let’s start with the basic differences between the two. When you are crocheting you use a single hook with the yarn being fed through the hand and over one index finger. When beginning to crochet you will use a chain stitch for the foundation row, then from this row you will then make different stitches to build the item. Unlike knitting, crochet uses a wide variety of stitches, which include four basic stitches, along with two additional, taller stitches. By having a wide variety of stitches you have the opportunity to use a wide range of items and make them all have a different and unique look to them. Crocheting involves learning to properly use a variety of different stitches. Compare the unique crochet stitch styles at this CraftFoxes article. Some other important things to know before you begin to crochet are the different tools that you will be using. Crochet hooks come in many different sizes and materials, such as bamboo, aluminum, plastic and steel. There are a lot of choices when it comes to picking out a crochet hook, so depending on what you are making you may need different types of hooks. The next material that you will need is yarn. Each type of yarn has different characteristics so you have to learn which ones are better for what you are making. For example, you would want to use a yarn with thicker acrylic or one that contains wool if you were making a hat. Check out this unique crochet newsboy hat. The Basics of Knitting Now it’s time to learn the basics of knitting and what sets it apart from the concept of crochet. The biggest difference between these two is that when you are knitting you are using two long needles to create a stitch. Unlike crocheting, there are only two basic stitches when it comes to knitting. Variations of the knit and purl stitch are used to build all knit items. When using these kinds of stitches you can use different colors of yarn and stitches to create different patterns that can’t be done by crocheting. Check out the patchwork knit blanket, which uses a variety of textures to create a quilt-like design. Knitting is done more often to make clothing than crocheting, since when you crochet your items may tend to be bulkier than knit ones, like these knit shaws verses the crochet boot cuffs. You can make a variety of different types of apparel while knitting such as sweaters, socks and scarves. Picking the yarn that you are going to make your garment with is a very important decision. Depending on what kind of yarn you decide to go with, it will determine how well your piece comes out like these knit sockinettes. Another important thing to note is that knitting uses less yarn than crocheting, which in turn costs you less. When purchasing yarn, read labels because yarn is split into categories by weight (i.e., how fine or thick it is). When choosing yarn, consider shrinkage. The Seinfeld jokes aside, yarn can shrink when it's washed, and if you are creating a garment may need to make allowances so that it still fits who it was created for. Once you learn the basics of each it will be easy for you to decide which kind of handiwork best suits you. Like anything else, all you need is some practice and in no time you will be knitting or crocheting items for your whole family. Explore the differences between crochet and knit craft projects via our CraftFoxes article to decide which craft is right for you. All images from: Jupiterimages, Getty Images Do you do knitting and crochet: What do you think are the notable differences between to two? Tell us in the comments or email us at [email protected].
By far the most viewed post on my blog is that for the Free Puppet Knitting Pattern links. The main purpose for my making of little hand puppets is for the OCC Christmas Shoebox appeal but they were very popular at our recent charity event too. Here are a few more links to free patterns for puppets to knit, sew or crochet that I've bookmarked: Piglet Puppet Knitting Pattern People Puppets Knitting Pattern Sheep Puppets to Knit and Crochet. Click here and search for "puppet" in the free patterns Crochet Frog, Pig and Bear Puppets (pdf) Cat and Bear Crochet Puppet or Mittens (pdf) Puppets or Wash Mittens Sewing Pattern and Tutorial Animal Puppet Sewing Patterns Bugs Puppet Sewing Patterns Old MacDonald Farm Animal Puppet Sewing Patterns Zoo Animal Puppet Sewing Patterns I hope you enjoy these free pattern links as much as I have but do remember that puppets for shoeboxes sent from the UK should not contain any stuffing due to customs regulations. .
Cute little knitted bunny designed by Debbie Bliss. If you want to knit this bunny click HERE for the pattern (PDF file)
If you've been a knitter since the 70s and 80s, then you might remember when condo knitting was in its heyday. This retro knitting style is a really simple way to "hack" the garter stitch to get a more lace-like appearance. And as with all things retro and old-fashioned, it's bound to make a comeback! Whether you're knitting scarves for gifts or you're just getting tired of doing the same old stitches over and over again, give condo knitting a try. It's easy, stylish, and fun!
As a young child, I remember my wonderfully elegant grandmother wearing her cardigans backwards with…
Well, a dragon, anyway. I really, really, really wanted to go to Tat Days this year. My parents live in Atlanta, so it would have been extremely convenient for me to get to Toccoa, and I so want to meet all of my online friends. However, it is not to be; my sister has this little graduation thingy that weekend, so I'll be in LA instead. She's going to be a CRNA-- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. I think most people have some idea of how hard it is to become a nurse at all, so you can imagine how grueling it is to achieve an advance practice nursing degree. Her graduation card will therefore feature this triumphantly soaring dragon. The pattern is by Anne Bruvold. I used Jane's Hand Wound Thread technique to achieve a very subtle shading. The threads are DMC size 80 color 701 (Christmas Green) and Sulky Blendables color 4021 (True Teal). I also added a few beads to the pattern. The seed beads are size 11 Delica in silver gray. I'm not sure if the eye beads have a specific name; they're just a good quality round glass bead that I got from a local bead shop, and they make great eyes for all sorts of critters. I still need to figure out what else to put on the card; I can't have the poor dragon soaring through empty space! I'm pretty sure there are going to be mountains against the horizon, which I will make with colored papers. But there's got to be some other scenery as well, and it would be nice if some of it could be tatted. I'd love to do scene with a dragon and a lake and some trees, but that won't fit on a card; it will have to wait until I have a larger canvas to work with. Meanwhile, I'm open to suggestions. I'm also undecided as to whether or not the dragon should be breathing fire. Finally, I need to thank everyone who has offered me sympathy for the loss of my beloved cat, and to apologize to everyone who has tried to communicate with me and not gotten an answer. Life is slowly returning to normal, and I'm trying to get caught up with everything, including The Thread Exchange and my blog reading.
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Learn how to front post treble crochet in this step by step photo tutorial! A detailed video with commentary is also included.
An amazing collection of free crochet skirts. Easy patterns for any level of crocheter.
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The Sydney free skirt knitting pattern brings a beginner-friendly take to a classic straight-cut skirt, with sizing from XS through 5XL.
crochet Kielo Highwaist Skirt easy pattern - Easy Crochet Skirt Pattern for Beginners. Click to Get the Pattern #Skirt #crochetpattern #crochet
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How do you write your own crochet or knit sweater pattern? Read here for 10 tips from Banana Moon Studio, a professional designer since 2010!
Crochet clothing sets are perfect outfits for any occasion and such projects are always interesting. These ideas can give you inspiration.
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