A blog about yarn, crocheting, knitting, and crafts.
Do you like to use the patterns you purchase many times? It sure helps to get your money's worth when you can use a pattern over and over again! Many patterns are written so specifically using one particular yarn in one colorway that knitters and crocheters are often at a loss for how to reuse the pattern effectively. Also, yarns are often discontinued, which means older patterns may be impossible to follow exactly. What to do? Here are suggestions for how to use skills you already have to get more from patterns. I'm going to use my latest pattern - Tender Tendrils Scarf - as an illustration. 1 - Change the color(s) This is an obvious change that anyone can make and it has a big impact. If you see a pattern you like that's shown in a summery pink, that doesn't mean you can't make it in a gorgeous green for spring. In addition, why not imagine a single color garment or accessory made in more than one color? What if you added a contrasting border or made it in stripes? All of these suggestions would completely change the look. I try to build this into all KnittingGuru patterns by giving as many examples as I'm able to knit/crochet and adding suggestions for altering patterns to make them your own. Look how different the Tender Tendril Scarf looks in different colors. Romantic Red Scarf Chocolate Licorice Scarf Purple Passion Scarf And look what happens when you add a second color! Zebra Scarf Turquoise Tempest Scarf 2 - Change the fiber content of the yarn All of the scarves shown above are made with wool knitting worsted. If you switch to cotton worsted weight yarns, look at the difference. Because cotton is much heavier than wool, you may need to shorten the pattern or change it in other ways to compensate for this weight difference so that the finished garment isn't too heavy to be comfortable to wear. Desert Flower Scarf Blue Hydrangea Scarf Changing to a fluffy yarn such as mohair or angora will totally alter the feel and look. Using fuzzy and brushed yarns often requires a change in the stitches. For example, in knitting, the stitches will be blurred with this kind of yarn so you may want to use a simpler stitch. Always make a sample first! Pink Bunny Scarf November Nirvana Scarf Using a boucle yarn with pronounced bumps will yield another design element that changes the appearance of what you are knitting or crocheting. Zany Zinnia Scarf Pink Coral Scarf 3 - Change stitch details and dimensions Changing to a different stitch can make a huge difference in the look of a garment or accessory. If you see a sweater pattern in stockinette and you want to add some textural interest, you could use an eyelet, lace, cable or knit/purl combination stitch. Of course you need to make a sample and block it to be sure the gauge is correct. Make adjustments for number of stitches or needle/hook sizes as needed. In the examples below, I've changed the length of the crocheted tendrils to get a different look. The Seaweed Scarf and the Rosy Sunset Scarf have sorter tendrils and the Springtime Hydrangea Scarf has longer tendrils, closer together. Seaweed Scarf Springtime Hydrangea Scarf Rosy Sunset Scarf And Finally... Making any of these three changes absolutely requires some sampling to check the feel, appearance and drape, as well as to be sure to get the correct gauge. The sampling is well worth doing so that you can personalize the pattern and make it many times. All the scarves pictured here are made from one pattern that you can get at my Etsy Shop or my Craftsy Shop. If you decide you want to do some design experimenting with this you can always email me for suggestions and help. My email is on every pattern and I love to discuss knitting and crochet, and to answer questions. If you have general questions about these three important ways to add variety and spice to your knitting and crocheting, please comment here and I'll be happy to respond.
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Show your Christmas spirit with this FREE reindeer headband pattern. Make a set of these for the whole family for Christmas morning or family pictures.
figuratively speaking that is..... I'm actually quite prompt as far as timings in real life go. Anyway, promptness aside and figuratively speaking again, if there's a good idea out there, I will EVENTUALLY find it, try it, blog about it and then find out that I am about a year later than everyone else at finding this great 'new' idea!! It doesn't matter to me at all really..... I am so excited just to learn a new technique or be inspired that out-of-dateness doesn't bother me any more.... and so I bring to you dear friends my latest fun find..... crocheted ric rac.... love, LOVE, LOVING this.... so quick, so easy and so versatile. I found a couple of places with instructions on how to actually go about crocheting said ric rac here and here, and it is SO addictive..... I've been merrily crocheting away for just a few minutes and have got a couple of fairly long lengths of pink hairy 100% merino wool and 100% white cotton ric rac both done on my smallest hook and quite utterly CUTE. It really does grow quickly.... yay for speedy cuteness! I may do some even smaller when I get myself a teeny, tiny hook and some thinner thread...... I may do some even fatter with my big hook and some FAT yarn..... Then I may adorn various items around the place, including cushions, clothes and maybe even a few shelf edges with this BEAUTIFUL stuff.... I may refrain from using it anywhere near Brian's work suits and shirts but do you think a little bit on a tie would work?
'This adorable jumper has the new, three-quarter length sleeves which are so flattering. The captivating love birds, worked in Fair Isle, take only short lengths of six different shades of wool'. Finished size: ❤ 34 inches around the bust stretching to 36 inches. ❤ Requires UK 10 and 12 ( 3.25mm and 2.75mm) needles on fingering weight yarn. ❤ A 4 inch zipper is also needed. This listing is for the above PDF pattern, available by Instant Download. I can also email it to you instead if requested. *************************** Need help resizing a vintage pattern? Check out ByGumByGolly's amazing series on her blog - http://blog.bygumbygolly.com/2011/02/briar-rose-vintage-kal-resizing.html *************************** *Public Domain* All my vintage patterns are out of copyright (public domain). Public domain means you can make anything from the pattern to sell (just please don't resell or pirate the PDF, thanks!). *Pattern Notes* These patterns have been pre-loved down the through the years, and original owner's names and notations may be visible on the scans. All my patterns have a faint watermark (sorry). *Using the ePattern* You'll need Adobe to open the file. I can also email you the file if you wish, just PM me. Stuck on some of the knitting terms or instructions they used back in the day? I’m happy to provide technical support to the best of my ability xx
Materials: - 4-ply worsted weight acrylic yarn - J hook Size: 6 1/4" Notes: - Ch 2 at beginning of Rnd 1 does not count as a stitc...
BIG NEWS: You can now find The Hook Nook notions and crochet hooks on the WeCrochet website! I’ve been a big fan of The Hook Nook’s Jessica Carey since her puff stitch beanie days. Now I get to review some of her very own notions and tools. See what I loved, what I hated, and […]
I've seen a couple super cute and clever "In Case of Emergency" crafts. Like THIS S'mores one or THIS M&M's one. But then I came across THIS one for knitters and new immediately that a crochet version was a must! It's very simple to put together and would make a great gift or a fun way
Another free pattern, using UK terminology. Use any yarn and hook to suit it. Body With cream, magic ring, and ch1. 1. 6dc in ring (6) 2. Inc around (12) 3. [Dc, inc] around (18) 4. [2dc, inc] around (24) 5. [3dc, inc] around (30) 6. [4dc, inc] around (36) 7. [5dc, inc] around (42) 8-19. Dc around (42) Stuff body. 20. Slst the opening closed using front loops only. (Start by flattening the work, with the start of the round being at the end of the row. Then slst the first and last sts together [flo], then the second and penultimate sts [still using flo]. Continue this until you run out of sts) (21) The finished seam on the top of the chicken FO and weave in ends. Embroider eyes. Comb 1. In the 5th st from left end, join the red yarn with a slst. Ch8, slst in next st. Ch7, slst in next st. [Ch6, slst in next st] x2. FO and weave in ends. Beak With yellow, magic ring and ch1. 1. 5dc in ring (5) 2. Dc around (5) Flatten and sew to the front of the face, with about 3 rows of the body above it. Wattle With red, ch 5. 1. Dc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch1, turn (4) 2. Dc across. Ch1, turn (4) 3. Dc2tog x2 (2) Sewing up the wattle Thread the yarn through the front loops of the sts from row 3, and pull the yarn tight. Fold the piece in half (side to side) and mattress stitch up the side seam. Sew up the bottom using mattress stitch too, then pop yarn into the wattle and out at the point at the top of the wattle. Sew the top half of the wattle to the front of the chicken. Sewing up the wattle FO and weave in ends. And that's it! Have a good time with your Helen!
I’ve finally finished my Scheepjes Whirl Shawl (You’ll remember I wrote about it here). I’ve been concentrating on getting it finished instead of my Hygge recently but its now co…
This is (the start of) River's vest from Firefly-discussion and plans are in this entry. I'm making it in Knitpicks Color Your Own, with a C hook. It's going pretty quickly-unlike knitting, crochet openwork is actually faster than nonopenwork. And crocheting is faster anyways. Of course, it…
Knitting pattern for Fishbone chunky sweater. Links to Youtube video tutorials for separate work points are included in this knitting pattern. Language: English Sizes: XS (S) M (L) XL (2X) 3X (4X) to be worn with approx 50cm/2.54in positive ease. Shown in size L. Needles: 5 mm (US8, UK6). Gauge: 10cm x 4cm (4’’ x 1.57’’) = 14 stitches x 9 rows in Fishbone stitch; 10cm x 10cm (4’’ x 4’’) = 16 stitches x 25 rows in Stockinette stitch. Yarns: all 4 held together: 1) 2 yarns x Tot Le Matin - Tot Sock (100% merino SW; 100g/3.5oz = 400m/437yds), color: Neringa. 2) 2 yarns x Tot Le Matin - Tot Kidsilk (72% kid mohair, 28% silk; 50g/1,8oz = 420m/431yds), color: Été V2.
By Rebecca Langford
I adore crochet art. I think it's wonderful when craft and art intersect and I appreciate when crochet is the craft used in this way. Here are 30 great examples of crochet as art, mostly showcased in 2015.
Check out these 18 crochet lamps! We have patterns for indoor and outdoor lighting and options for a wide range of decor styles.
Antonia is really a blank slate; a jumping off point to show you how to work English Tailoring from the top down. Once you work the shoulder area you can do anything with your Antonia...add waist shaping, pockets, a stitch pattern, a completely different collar. You will see how working English Tailoring from the top-d
MY PRESIOUS SHAWL Please use #mypreasious and #bymimzan in social medias so I can find your…
Beth and her Seraphina Shawl I attended three different Stitch 'n Bitch meet-ups this weekend! Phew! My crochet hand is aching! Saturday ...
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A blog about yarn, crocheting, knitting, and crafts.
:: coming downstairs early on Saturday morning and loving that I still feel completely bowled over by the happy sight of my Shelves. Also loving that I can now photograph the flowers on my table without being overwhelmed by horrendous...
