Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Spooky Halloween Drinks
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Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Guest Tutoriel : Thanksgiving Trivia Cornucopia
Today, I will put my serious pants and do a really fun project for your Thanksgiving table. Yes, our insulin levels is still fortification of Halloween, but this is no reason to not start thinking about a new opportunity to gorge ourselves.
Behold, I give you the cornucopia of Trivia Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on our blessings, to remember how fortunate we are and give thanks for our abundance. It is also a day that we have to go with these parents that avoid us successfully most of the year. To this end, I created a beautiful centerpiece with a surprise: these feathers see you packed neatly in the nook and cranny of the Horn of abundance are attached to the small pieces of paper that were a little Thanksgiving trivia printed on them.
Start by pushing your garage rafters and pulling down your cornucopia of Wicker (where you have not one, a basket is just as Mignon) and leaves your full of cones, dried Rubbermaid tub and other assorted autumn decor. assemble your Sham Thanksgiving on the kitchen counter and decide where you want to place in your basket or Horn of plenty. Here's a little graphic detailing what I piled in my Horn and where.
Cut your trivia into strips and put a small point of hot glue on the nib of a pen. Attach a bunch of trivia to glue and let dry time. Roll paper firmly against the pen and it tuck back into place in your Horn of plenty.
Happy Thanksgiving!
You can see Etsy of Melody shop here and like it here on Facebook. Thanks for the great tutorial melody!
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Monday, November 28, 2011
Last Minute Halloween Candle Wraps
Angie at The Country Chic Cottage shared this, just in case you need a quick Halloween candle decorating idea.
You’ll need a pillar candle, ribbon and stickers for this adorable candle wrap. See Easy Halloween Candle Wraps for more.
Happy Halloween!
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Homemade : The Heart and Science of Handcrafts Giveaway
Homemade: The Heart and Science of Handcrafts
By: Carol Endler Sterbenz, Harry Bates
We are giving 5 Lucky CraftGossip readers the chance to get their hands on this fantastic book. Clearly a must-have for your crafting library.
For your chance to win tell us below what is the craft you would most like to try but still have not.
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Pretty Painted Pumpkins
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When you look at this crazy block, made by Sharon B from Pin Tangle, can you explain why it works? Gerry Krueger takes a stab at it on her blog block talk. See what she says here.
Many thanks to Sharon from Pin Tangle for pointing out this post.
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Thursday, November 24, 2011
Neat Containers Giveaway
Thanks to our recent review on Neat Containers we have the chance to give away 1 x 20 pc combo kit to 1 lucky CraftGossip.com reader.
Here is some of the things Connie had to say
“ After you put the pods together, you set up a five column system that is demonstrated in a video on the website. It is quite simple and easy – it requires no extra hardware or tools and no special skills or training. I had the Neat Container set up in just a few minutes. What is great is that you can then pull out one of the pods from anywhere in the system, even the bottom, even from the corner, and the tower of pods won’t tumble down.”
For your chance to win visit Neat Containers and tell us which system you would like to try next?
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Wednesday, November 23, 2011
What’s Your Skill Level and How Do You Know?
Crochet patterns are often ranked according to some scale of Difficulty Rating. Books, magazines, and websites often use a system to categorize their patterns based on some perceived skill levels. Are these real differences? Are they written in granite? Who decides the difficulty level?
Beginning crochet lessons usually begin with worsted weight yarn and a G or H hook. That seems to be a standard that is commonly used. But, do all crocheters begin with worsted weight yarn? Do some crocheters learn with thread? Is thread more difficult to crochet with? Maybe…
But, let’s say we start with the seemingly universal worsted weight yarn and a G hook. Let’s say we’re all right handed (just pretend, okay?) so there are no issues there. Let’s say we have a good printed reference depicting the basic crochet stitches of chain, single crochet, and slip stitch, and including the starting slip knot. Does this qualify as ‘Easy’? It’s basic, so it’s generally considered to be ‘Easy’.
From there, with practice, we move to Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, and finishing off. Still pretty basic. Still ‘Easy’? Most would say so. Add more stitches, Treble, Double Treble, etc. Increases, Decreases, Double Crochet Together, changing colors, and on it goes.
And, that’s if you can even READ a crochet pattern. Many expert crocheters have never learned to read a pattern and would scoff at our designations of ‘Easy’ or ‘Challenging’.
So, where does that leave us? Where are the standards for determining the skills needed to successfully complete a given pattern? Do you trust the skill levels that accompany patterns? If not, why not – and how do you decide the pattern is one you could successfully reproduce? If you trust the designated skill level for a given pattern, are you discouraged from attempting it because you have yet to master a particular stitch?
I am not a Master Crocheter. I’ve been crocheting for about 13 years, took a few lessons at the beginning, and have used the good counsel of my friends who crochet more proficiently than I do to help me master new stitches and techniques. Further, I am fairly adventurous and am willing to try new things, so I have learned quite a bit on my own. Still, there are some patterns that I find particularly daunting and will not attempt. Why?
I have tried and tried and cannot seem to master a good Bouillon Stitch. I have attempted filet a number of times and appear to have a real problem with counting. I won’t try new stitches with mohair yarn because it’s a bear to frog. I find myself, again and again, missing something in a pattern, one of those ‘repeat this’ signs or an entire run of stitches and have to frog more than once. My joke is that for every 10 rows, I crochet about 25 rows! That’s how often I must frog when I pick up a new pattern until I figure out the stitch pattern or memorize the darn thing. But, that’s no indication of the difficulty of the pattern. That’s my own inadequacy, my failure to carefully read and count.
But, as to pattern difficulty, I can find few attempts at standardization.
Here’s a paragraph straight from Annie’s Attic regarding ‘Learning to Read a Crochet Pattern’ by Brenda Stratton:
“Most crochet patterns are rated according to level of difficulty, including beginner, easy, intermediate and advanced. Choose the level of difficulty most suited to your crochet abilities. Avoid the frustration in trying to work with a crochet pattern that is too advanced. As you gain more crochet experience, you will be able to successfully tackle more difficult pattern.”
Brenda’s entire article is worth reading, especially for a beginner, and has lots of good reference information. Check it out here . But, in all of the article, she does not define any of the skill levels. Just that you’ll become more skilled the longer you crochet. True? Not necessarily. I have a friend who has crocheted for years, but ONLY crochets square baby blankets using a basic granny pattern. Anything more complicated is too frustrating for her to master. So, she sticks to what she knows.
Further research of crochet pattern sites online produced few insights, and even less definitive categories of skill levels.
On the LionBrand free pattern site, I entered the words ‘Challenging Crochet Pattern’ in the Search box. A single pattern was shown. Here it is:
LB Challenging Crochet Fringehttp://cache.lionbrand.com/faq/451.html
This pattern is listed as Challenging/Complex despite the fact that the stitches used include only chain, single crochet, and half double crochets. Even though I am numerically challenged, this is not a challenging pattern for me. What about you?
On the other hand, Caron lists this pattern as ‘Easy’ (Not Beginner)
and has several paragraphs of stitch information before the pattern begins, including the information that the stitches used are chain, single crochet, and slip stitch. Why is this not a Beginner pattern?
Caron Mitered Baby Sweaterhttp://caron.com/projects/ss/ss39_mitered_sweater.html
I have made several of these. They are pretty basic and I would not hesitate to suggest this to a rank beginner as a first attempt after those basic stitches are mastered. Why? No shaping, no fancy stitches, forgiving sizing, and no need to change yarn colors. Those are earmarks of a Beginner pattern for me.
For me, thread was a challenge. On the advice of a good friend who provided me with the pattern, I used thread and a G hook to make a baby sweater similar to the Mitered Baby Sweater pictured here. The combination of G hook and size 10 thread proved to my hands and my mind that I, too, could crochet with thread. Since then, I’ve crocheted many projects with thread. Thread alone does not determine the skill level for me any longer. Once it did. Now it does not. One project changed my perception of the skills I needed to crochet with thread.
I have friends with varying attitudes about skill levels. The one thing they all agree on is that if a project is appealing enough, they’ll learn the skills needed to make it. That attitude propels them forward, opening up new vistas in crochet, allowing them to attempt and master most crochet stitches and techniques without much fear. And, fear, after all is what prevents most of us from moving forward with our skills.
All of this said, I do wish there was a Uniform Code of Skill Levels we could use as a guide in determining if a pattern is appropriate for us to attempt – to spend the money on the yarn (or maybe even tools like a Hairpin Lace Loom), to plan extra time to master a new skill set, to encourage us to work thoroughly through each skill level as and when we want/need to. This site comes closest to an all-encompassing definition of crochet skill levels. While I may not agree fully with their descriptions of the skill levels, it’s nice to see a reliable source that has at least attempted to define the terms. Now, to get pattern designers to agree to use these designations!
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File Away for Next Year: Glow in the Dark Punch
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Sunday, November 20, 2011
Tutorial: Flannel pillow cover with tuxedo detail
[photo from Sew4Home]
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Saturday, November 19, 2011
Inspiration: Threads and Patches
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Friday, November 18, 2011
Noel Hart Hot Glass Sculptor and Artist
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Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Bite Sized Scrapbooking is Now Free
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You may also like...Vintage Crochet Patterns
You like using schemas hook vintage? I love going through the old magazines and see all the many uses of crochet hooks and working with wire, thread, and rags, yes it is true; they used same rags to rug rag. I still remember the human cloth coming from our House to buy old clothing by the pound sterling. It is a scale with him and paid by the pound.
It seems that they took more time to return to the customize their homes. Not that we are not our own personal touches in our homes today, but how many times you find a pad hot hook in the kitchen of today? A piece of finely knitted on table or Chair in room dining arm and head covers crocheted a beautiful filet crochet pattern? Placemats have always had a thing of art and a fine touch for the homemaker.
There were knitted curtains, cloths, parings of plateau, the squad place and runners of the table. Beautiful bedspreads have been my favorite. It is not to mention old women clothing made for their families.
OK, I recognize some of the key of the 1970s were a little wild and I am very happy years and patterns have long disappeared. No I never had a desire for a knitted toilet tank covered to match my orange and green toilet paper cover. I don't know where those pattern ideas from, but I can guess.
But to return to live in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. I think that it was the time where a home was a haven warm pride and decorated and cared for with love. There was more time to create and it was common for a woman to know how knitting and crocheting. Include now not quite me, I do not think todays woman is either less than a homemaker as dos only. But women have more time to put in the creation of the family environment and the many personal comforts and special keys.
I would like to have this hook free vintage patterns section. There is so much history and beauty in the hook passed to find and share. We do not want the patterns to disappear with age and to be forgotten. Some of the old models will be a little confused by the abbreviations they use. So I hope that this list will help a little in these cases.
a.c. across...
BGR.... from rnd
BL...Block
Baronet... between
C.....String
ChLP... loop of string
TR D...Double Treble
DC... Double bracket
CED....Decrease
December decrease...
DTR...Double Treble
h d tr... half double treble
DC H....Half Double Crochet
h TR... half treble hook
Hdc....Half Double Crochet
hdtr.... half double treble
Inc....Increase
Inc. increase....
Incl....Inclusive
.... inclusive indl
KCl... loop of chain of node
LTR... triple long
O.....Thread or a thread on
mesh o.m....Open
P.....Picot
PA... pineapple
popcorn PC mesh
PC.... popcorn st
PCL.... loop string picot
RER... previous rnd
PT point....
r..... ring
RF.... repeated
Rnd...Tower
s St...Single Stitch (sc)
mesh s.f......Solid
SC.....Single hook
SCP.... scallop
article... article
SH.... shell
SK... skipping
SL st.....Slip St
SLP.... small loop
SP...Space
St (s)...Stitches
STS....Stitches
Tog...Set
TR tr....Triple Treble
TR...Treble
x st.... treble cross point
Yo...Thread or a thread on
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Monday, November 14, 2011
Hook Vintage patterns - like old times
The hook, I bet you've heard of this before. Most of the people, it is a hobby as old as time. It for years, and it is estimated that hobby began in the 16th century! A unfortunately no evidence was ever made as to when it actually originated.
Have you ever wondered where and when this pastime of needlework began? Bulletin of September 1997, the Crochet Guild of America, tried researcher that art of the hook could be traced back as far as the 16th century in Italy. However, there is no solid evidence for this statement.
Even so, we can only imagine that this profession has been around the longest period. And it has evolved to decoration works only with sewing of clothes and other fashion and accessories.
Memories
The hook can let do you many things. Small purses, jackets and sweaters, there are many options to choose. But there are probably a few enthusiasts who are looking for these old, conventional models which can usually be seen during the early 1900s or even earlier. To help you find these hard-to-look for patterns, here are some resources that you can see in the World Wide Web.
-Vintage Crochet Patterns. Tabitha Gibbons, the owner of this web site, offers several volumes of books of patterns hook. It sells a wide selection of vintage crochet patterns, little placemats, rugs, blankets bed and table cloths afghans. By visiting its web site, one can fill in the form name and email to receive a book free pattern.
-Hook treasures. "Patterns of the past;" "Creating objects for tomorrow..." This is the slogan of this web site with a collection of classical models. It is a member site that offers more than 950 vintage patterns to its subscribers. For visitors, it also offers about 25 patterns crochet vintage free for personal use. However, it does not accept new members at the present time until further notice by the owner.
-Hook of Vintage of Celt. Yet another site of vintage crochet patterns, this really has a wide variety of patterns vintage choice. And the best thing about this site is that all these templates are free! It also provides finished projects of the owner, of which most is placemats, and other accessories of table.
-Sweet memories. This site brings back you to the past with its collection of more than thousand hook vintage patterns. Patterns are grouped in different categories - mats, bed jackets and slippers, scrap of hanky, the cloths, flywheels and flowers, clothing and other pieces of decoration doll. All these models can be viewed and printed by subscribing to the site. There are also some free patterns available for the visitors get a pic of what the site has to offer.
-Vintage Crochet Patterns e-book. The tri-de e-book contains 20 wonderful vintage models which are easy to hook and may be some hits in fairs and bazaars. Here are some examples of the available models are working hook, Pearl mat bag and the wedding ring bedspread. It is a portable document file (pdf) which can be downloaded for free from the site web of Crochet and knitting.
-1800 in the early 1900 Vintage Pattern links. This site, written by a lady by the name of Martha, who is also known as the StarGazer, has several links to models which have been designed way back in the 19th century until the 1930s. These profiles are accessible free of charge. The site also has links to other web sites that offer vintage crochet patterns.
-Ancient Crochet Patterns. This section of the website knitting-crocheting has nearly 100 patterns vintage classified into pieces of baby, men's or ladies' wear, slippers, tablecloth, placemat and many others. It also offers to convert your models of knitting to crochet and vice versa. Better yet, these templates are free to access and print for personal use!
-Ancient Crochet Patterns. It is different from the above site as is the name of the web site itself, step only for an article. This site offers patterns of hook vintage from the 1850s to the 1950s, and all these are elements of baby bonnet, booties, hat, jump, afghan and many more. It also provides a free lesson for the aspiring and beginners of this needle.
These are some of the tons of resources that you find online that provides hard to find vintage patterns. Whether free or paid, these sites and resources can certainly take you back in time with the wonderful, classic patterns that they offer.
If you are a fan of hook, you can consider seriously check these online resources. You should be able to find a huge variety of schemas for free, and those of non-compliance. Whether you're a Captain Hook, or a novice to this eloquent hobby, these patterns will certainly please you in many ways.
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The hook is a large recreational with lot of history behind it. If you are interested in learning more about the hook from or are already involved and want to deepen your knowledge, please visit [http://www.startcrocheting101.com].
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Checklist For a New Crochet Pattern
After You have designed your new crochet pattern there are a few things which you need to go over to make sure that the pattern is the best that it can be, and that the users of the pattern will have no problems re-creating your design.
First a small list of questions to ask regarding the finished design itself:
1.) Does it look good? If you saw the finished item at a flea market, or craft shop, would you buy it?
2.) Is it something that you would make if someone else designed it?
3.) Do the stitches work together in harmony to form the desired shape and without bulkiness?
4.) If the finished item is supposed to lay flat, does it, or do the corner curl up?
5.) Does the finished item fit properly in all areas such as the shoulders, bust, and is the it the proper length?
If you cannot answer yes to all of the above, then you will need to make changes to the pattern.
Here is a list to follow to help you make sure the pattern is written at its best:
1.) Is the gauge correct? This is very important to those who will re-recreate your crochet pattern.
2.) Did you specify which yarn and hook size to use? This is also very important because all yarn is different and will result in a different outcome.
3.) Did you take measurements of the finished sizes and make record of them?
4.) Are there any spelling errors within the pattern?
5.) Are all crochet abbreviations correct? Having just one abbreviation mis-spelled could throw the whole pattern off.
6.) Did you provide step-by-step instructions? Are the instructions given in the order in which the pattern will be completed, and did you include drawings or picture illustrations on how to properly construct the finished item?
7.) Are the instructions clear and concise? Did you give clear instructions regarding color changes, when to turn the work, when to skip stitches and when to fasten off.
8.) Did you include instructions for any special stitches which the pattern may call for, like a V-Stitch, Bobble, Popcorn, or Shell Stitch?
9.) Did you let the new pattern sit for at least a day before testing it again? Allowing yourself to forget the pattern for a day or so, will help you to look at it again with a fresh eye.
10.) Has someone else read over your pattern, or better yet, tested it for you?
Answering the above questions will allow you to create new crochet patterns that people will love.
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Submit Your Crochet Pattern Designs
If you love to crochet and are looking for ways to make money with your hobby, one of the best ways to do this is to learn to design your own crochet patterns and then sell the designs. The first thing you should do is study other patterns on how they are written and how the stitches are used in the design. Once you have your first design, have your friends and family test your pattern to make sure that it's clear and understandable.
After you have the basics mastered you should set up a blog or website and post your crochet pattern designs there for comments and exposure to your designs. It is a good way to open the door for praise and critiques which will help you to become more comfortable as you gain more experience.
Once you have mastered the art you can start submitting your crochet pattern designs to yarn companies, magazines, and other websites either for money or just to get more exposure.
The best way to go about this is to find websites or magazines who will post your name along with your crochet pattern designs. Even if you don't get paid for this at first, it is well worth your time because it will help to establish you as a crochet pattern designer. Crocheters will begin to recognize your name and will begin to trust your designs. It will increase your chances of being accepted by yarn companies and paying magazines or websites because they can look at the designs which you have created already. This basically acts as your resume or work reference.
Also it will help out tremendously if you ever decide to publish your own collection of patterns either in an e-book or hard copy. If people have learned to trust your free designs they will be more likely to purchase your patterns or pattern books.
For more information on how to get started and submit your patterns visit the sites below.
Submit Your Crochet Designs Here.
http://hubpages.com/hub/10-Reasons-To-Design-Crochet-Patterns
Saturday, November 12, 2011
What Everyone Wants - Easy Crochet Patterns
Beaucoup de choses, y compris les patrons de crochet facile ; les gens qui crochet veulent pas difficile, ou long ou sur leur niveau de capacité. Juste crochet patrons et rien de plus. Qui veut passer de temps ou argent sur les choses ne pas nécessaires - me donner tout ce que j'ai besoin et qui est le crochet patterns qui sont faciles à faire.
Quand, recherchant les guides et les ressources, prêtez attention à ceux qui mettent en valeur le crochet patterns facile intermédiaire. Peut-être vous êtes fixer des objectifs plus élevés pour vous-même, et, dans ce cas, vous recherchez : crochet patrons faciles grâce à avancé ou expert. Bonne chance à vous, et qui provient d'un débutant.
Pour ceux d'entre nous commence, il est vraiment important de trouver un patron facile, vous pouvez travailler avec, utiliser et tirer des enseignements. Finalement, nous allons progresser à des patrons et des projets plus compliquée mais, pour l'instant, à partir de petites commence intelligent !
Tout le monde veut travail facile et de se sentir comme autre chose que de travail, je pense que c'est pourquoi la recherche de style facile de patrons de crochet versus, style « voie au-dessus de ma tête » est populaire avec même ceux qui ont avancé la capacité.
Il y a beaucoup de façons de trouver des modèles que vous aimez et pouvez utiliser, et l'internet est un excellent endroit pour commencer. J'ai trouvé investir dans une collection de modèles valait chaque sou et les quelques secondes, qu'il a fallu pour acheter (par opposition à rechercher sans cesse des heures en ligne et coming up court).
L'autre chose agréable sur une collection, c'est que vous pouvez choisir un style et une saveur qui vous correspond. Vous pouvez correspondre votre décorum, votre personnalité, une collection existante ou démarrer une nouvelle pour les générations à exploiter.
J'ai aussi trouvé que les collections électroniques et guides, de n'importe quel âge, étaient particulièrement utiles et mes ressources préférées. De cette façon, je tout ce dont j'ai besoin, ont pourrions veulent ou pensez à et je dois tout instantanément disponible (et moins le désordre d'un autre livre collecte de poussières dans ma maison). Alors, bonne chance dans votre recherche de patrons de crochet faciles par expert ; vous serez là bientôt.
Jenna M. Gilmore est un amateur d'art et l'artisanat, un expert de crochet et directeur de ArtsAndCraftOnline.Com [http://artsandcraftonline.com/]. Jenna fournit information honnête et des conseils sur des choses comme patron de Crochet facile [http://artsandcraftonline.com/easy-crochet-pattern] et bien plus encore.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Read Crochet Patterns
I must admit that being is not able to read that a pattern of hook kind of defies the concept of hook!
When I learned first at hook, I wanted to know what these abbreviations mean. Perhaps I was curious and wanted to learn at the same time - I honestly cannot answer that at this stage.
To my way of thinking, a pattern of reading hook is essential to learning easy hook. You are very limited of finished projects if you cannot read crochet patterns!
If you can read a hook pattern, you are very limited in my opinion. That do you, keep again until it is good and continue in this way?
If you can read a hook pattern, you have the world at your disposal. You are not afraid to venture to try new things in my opinion!
But the number of people who cannot read crochet patterns surprised me. It seems than actual damage that they do learn to better themselves and to feel better the projects they create!
If you can read a hook pattern, how to get place mats or pick tea house? Remember, they have easy air in the image, but can you duplicate it in this way?
When I learned to crochet (it looks like life there is now), these patterns with these strange abbreviations have been a challenge for me. At that time, I took my decision to learn to read patterns anything.
I did much research and asked many questions and finally obtained the results. I was in the strange part then is no longer limited to hook with only wool.
Be able to read patterns of hook seems to give you the confidence to be able to move to the highest peaks - by that I mean, I moved on cotton and fact of the mats in very little time to learn to read crochet patterns.
The thing that surprises me, it is that people who are not able to read crochet patterns do not seem to care that each part of each hook mesh must be explained or demonstrated their on an individual basis. This bothers me.
At a time, I learned that being is unable to read crochet patterns showed a lack of patience with that home-made hook in this way. He showed no ambition!
Now, I am not this assertion, but I have one of my own-"Don't learn anything by halves, learn the thing, or do not waste my time!" »
When my eldest daughter was at the hospital, when she was aged five 5 months, I was able to hook a mat, with be able to read the instructions on hook.
Here is another point of reflection: If you can read instructions hook or patterns, how you develop your bracket knowledge to include the additional points of suture required? I am referring to the treble, half of the double mesh mesh and so on - which may be daunting!
So if you are a home crochet, learn how to read patterns and not be stuck in the rut that I call endless - read patterns, broaden your horizons beyond your expectations.
There is a wealth of information found at http://learningeasycrochet.com.
Not only y information, but provides encouragement.
When you stuck, as all sometimes leave us a question in the comment box and you will get a response within 24 hours.
When you sign up for a membership, you will receive a pattern of your choice with the help hook, that may need to complete this project!
In the members area, you will be shown "how to" and more with tips and tricks to accelerate your progress.
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The pattern of all the hook Afghan impressive
One of the first things that comes to mind when we consider hook is a beautiful afghan hand. For any lover of hook, it is by far one of the most common to things. We only need to mention the word Afghan and someone who knows what that this hook will immediately appreciate the beauty and the impact that impressive this lovely pattern can have on people. There are just so never end of opportunities for materials for your afghan crochet pattern that you are literally assured that you will be able to original style afghan what room you want in your home or elsewhere, any specific person who may be on your list for the preparation of the gifts for.
Ranging from fibers of gauge finer made during the airy summer throws to the dense, more bulky yarn that will make up the most comfortable winter wraps; You will never be at a loss for ideas for handmade blankets or covers. The other great thing on the wide variety of afghan crochet pattern is that you can take on a project like this to any jurisdiction and level of experience. Try just to remember however that Afghans tend to take some time to review, simply because of their size alone, so certain that you are ready to set shared to a project that could well be a little longer than you initially intended.
The various types of Crochet Afghan patterns
Probably one of the most sought after types of afghan crochet pattern is the patron of Granny squares. This can be composed of many places minutes sewn together, or a massive square which is not finished until your cover is the desired size. You can create with Granny square covers all of which are a color, or build a striped or chequered design. You can use various types of fibre to modify the texture in your coverage, or simply keep your the same thread throughout the project. The trick is to take your project in its wake and really think about all aspects of what your doing. Because the afghan crochet pattern is such a great project to work on you and must thoroughly enjoy every minute of working on it.
The choices you have in a pattern of squares crochet afghan granny really are out of scope; another model of popular afghan hook is called the afghan "mile-by-minute." Placed in long strips that patterns are then sewn together. It's great fun to implement, as each Panel is a great take-long project to bring with you to the activities of children and in the car. There are also afghan hook of net models that use a base combined with meshes of chain stitch to form shapes and images in your coverage.
You can even use this technique to make a blanket personalized with your initials worked in it. The afghan crochet ripple pattern was distributed in various forms years and remains a popular choice for many gurus hook.
The final touch to your Crochet Afghan pattern
In most cases a pattern of afghan hook events for some type of finishing effect, may have a border around the limit of coverage. You can also create your own finishing touches, in aid of standoffs, shell stitches or a border of base single hook. Whatever your choice the last elements will help your project this last 'nicing it up' to make your own masterpiece. An afghan crochet pattern is a fantastic project to have on hand when the weather turns cold and dreary. So go, start now shop for your favorite afghan crochet pattern!
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Thursday, November 10, 2011
What Makes the Perfect Crocheted Pattern?
If you're like the thousands of others searching for a crocheted pattern, you're not alone. It doesn't matter what level of ability you have, as people search for a simple pattern regardless of how advanced their skills are. After a quick look around, it becomes clear that finding a crocheted pattern isn't so simple.
That could be because crochet patterns could be very personal and special to those who understand what crocheting is truly about. Many want their crocheted output to reflect their style and lifestyle. Thus, it takes them some time before they can commit to a certain pattern. Before buying or committing to a certain template, make sure whatever you choose fits what you want in the end. Again, personal style and taste should be equally weighed against ability when assessing the design you want.
I like vintage and aged eras so when I am looking for a motif, I tend to look for the same. Not to mention if your decorum is vintage; then a vintage crocheted pattern makes perfect sense.
It's not always about us though. If we are looking for a pattern to give to a friend or a family member as a gift, we have to consider the style of the person we are getting it for. So taking the time to research different and, hopefully find the perfect, pattern is well worth the time and the effort.
To begin your search, you should consider a collection that allows you ample opportunity to choose a design that is just what you have in mind. I prefer electronic resources, because I can access and use only what I need, when I need it. In your case, however, choose one that works for you. Good luck and stay persistent. Finding the perfect pattern doesn't get done in five minutes; but the work is worth the wait.
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Wednesday, November 9, 2011
The relentless search for patterns knitted or crocheted
Knitted patterns are always sought after by those who hook. Beginners and experienced people both like to share their collection of templates with friends and family. Fortunately for those who love this hobby, he y loads of resources available so that you can draw lessons.
Bonneteries models are of individual convenience and can be surprisingly difficult to obtain; especially old and vintage. Knitted patterns are also individual to each person, as some have special memories or are used throughout generations. There are many books and Web sites that focus on and shows examples of crocheted models thus takes some time and browse autour.
Try and buy some hook templates see you, take a minute and consider how time and money, it would save to buy a book of expensive pattern. Then you have everything wanted you and needed in one place, a resource. It is a good investment if you are just starting or if you have a portfolio of knitted patterns of your own.
Patterns bonneteries come in so many varieties and styles that may be difficult to choose. Knowing that you style, objective, and the level of capability is useful in the choice of a model to work with. I suppose that there is no "wrong" choice, but you want to knitted patterns you're viewing to take account of what you want in the end. Right?
Examples of crocheted models is endless and, for some, just starting. Libraries and other printed books can be as useful as a source online or electronic, which you can control much easier, but to each their own.
Now that you have joined the search, or perhaps take a break, fun examines different models you think that you can work with. When you do, you will certainly find what you are looking for.
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Get Your Free Crochet Patterns Today
Crocheting is certainly not my specialty. If you asked me a week back what it was all about, you would have gotten a blank stare, or a lame reason like; well, it's a similar thing as knitting except the needles have hooks at the end so it catches the yarn and loops into the opposite side. Yes , pretty lame, eh? I am sure, if I was inclined to crochet I could find some extremely simple crochet for newbies lessons out on the web somewhere. And whilst you are looking, see if you can find free crochet lessons and free crochet patterns too. My guess is, you know someone who knows a way to crochet and is ready to share that knowledge for free. That just could be a better solutions than scouring the web. If not, dive into the web - you are sure to discover help for newbies all over the place.
Ok, I did get on the internet and I did find plenty of free crochet patterns. Know what else I discovered? That crochet patterns are often hard to read for newbs like me. They have a lot of asterisks that really mean something so you can't just look over it as if it does not mean anything. I have discovered that I am not alone when it comes to looking for patterns and help for knitting. Hey, there complete forums and blogs targeted on this stuff. There are many patterns to select from and if you are planning on a blanket or baby garments or maybe doll garments, you are sure to find just what you want.
My specialty is starting to become mittens. I love these things! My fave mittens are the ones made from the heart. You can easily download crochet patterns free. You simply have to find the right one for you. What about you? What is your fave thing to crochet? I have found some simple crochet mittens on crafting web sites and crochet sites. Typically they are free and just have to download them - those are the ones I like! Most of these sites have more than simply crochet oriented crafts - so before you leave check out their offerings - you may find some good stuff. It is a win-win for both of you. For Ma's Day I saw plenty of crochet projects like an Afghan with sleeves or a crochet clutch purse. I adore clutch purses, so I know this would have been a good present for other mom's too.
So, I am getting more experience as a crocheter ( is a word?) and if I'll do it, you can do it, you can too. So, pick up those needles and hook a stitch. There are masses of free crochet patterns and other great tricks and tips just waiting online for you to uncover them.
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Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Best Sites For Free Baby Knitting and Crochet Patterns
Baby and Children are usually the first patterns beginning knitters look for when starting to knit. Many knitters and crocheters, no matter how long they have knitted or crocheted, prefer babies and toddlers projects. There are so many sites for finding free baby knitting and crochet patterns on the Internet. Here are just a few of this writer's favorites, those with knitting and crochet testers, the best free knitting and crochet patterns for children and babies.
Garn Studio allows the visitor to print free patterns in eleven different languages. There's even a link for American English patterns and British English patterns. You'll find many crochet and knitting patterns for children and babies: hats, sweaters, blankets. You'll also see links for their yarn on the Garnstudio.com site at discounted prices, however, you can use your own yarn.
If you click on the resource link at the bottom of this article, you find hundreds of free patterns that will pique your interest. Under the image, Garnstudio specifies "gauge/tension, number of stitches per 10 cm/4" or crochet hook. Suggested yarn may be replaced by yarn with a similar knitting tension." So you don't have to buy their yarn to download the pattern.
At AllAboutYou you will find free patterns from Debbie Bliss and Erika Knight, both noted children's knitting and crochet designers, who create beautiful traditional patterns, with timeless style that can be passed down for generations. You will have such a hard time making a decision just which knitting or crochet pattern to tackle first... So many hats, sweaters, cardigans, vests, and blankets.
Knitty.com is an online magazine where designers post their patterns you may download for free. Have fun and start creating, knitting and crocheting for babies and children!
Sharon Watterson - author is a knitter, not an expert, who writes about the art of knitting and talented knitters and designers in the vast knitting community. She enjoys finding new patterns, new techniques, and always learning about new yarns. She writes online http://www.ehow.com/members/knittingscribe-articles.html as Knittingscribe and on Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-23677-Providence-Knitting-Examiner.html as Providence's Knitting Examiner. She holds a BA in English. This article is copyrighted by Sharon Watterson.
Monday, November 7, 2011
How to enjoy to the maximum of your hook Pattern E-books
You can save even more money when you buy your models of hook as e-books instead of the paper versions. It is very convenient, and they are much easier to store too!
I would like to download hook pattern e-books and keep them in their own folder on my computer. When you have a special folder, you know exactly where to find the patterns, hunting through a large number of folders to search for them.
When I'm ready to start another project of hook, it is easy to open the folder and find something, I want to do. It's quick and easy scroll patterns until I find something I want to hook.
It makes sense to only print the section of the book with the model you want to use. You can use the menu print to just print the page numbers you want. However, I like to print a page at a time. I take the page I want and select the current view in the menu print option. This will just print the page that appears on the screen. If there is more than one page in the pattern of scroll on the next page and do so once again, until you have printed on the model of all.
Printing in black and white pattern (a printer laser is probably the least expensive) is all you need to do. You did not need color.
One of the main advantages is that you can write on the model of print by marking the parties you their hook. You do not want to write on a model which is your only copy. But in this case you can always print another copy if necessary.
You can fold your printed pattern to take with you. Normally you would try to keep a pattern buys in excellent condition for the next time. However, in this case, you probably go throw your print out copy once you have completed the project. You'll always have a good copy on your computer that you can print for the next time you want to make the point.
What a special folder or a ring binder?
If you want to keep a paper copy of a model you have knitted you can print a fresh copy and keep it in a ring binder special Patterns. This can be really useful if there are changes to the original model.
Perhaps you've added a couple of lines to make a size better. You can make a note on the copy of record for you recall when make you the new element.
Revenue?
I find it particularly good recipes too. If I make up a recipe that I like well I will keep a copy in a folder of recipe because I know that this is a good. Any amendment, as I do the recipe that I write on my copy of folder so that the next time I do so until the recipe will be perfect.
Ideal for hook
Hook requires very little equipment, it is ideal to take them with you when you are travelling or go to an appointment where you may have to wait for some time.
It is useful to be able to print your fair boss and take it with you (with your wire hook and hook). You do not need to worry about damaging the pattern, you can always print out another copy if it gets torn or coffee poured on it!
Crochet pattern e-books are practical and cost-effective.
Warning - don't forget to check the terms hook
The terms of hook are different between the United States and the United Kingdom. Always be sure to check where the e-book is so that you know what points of suture hook pattern really means.
Suturing hook are the same, but the names used for them are different. For example, the treble UK grid is the same as the mesh double U.S. hook. Therefore sure to double check what language uses the pattern.
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Tips For Designing Your Own Crochet Patterns
Have you ever searched and searched for that perfect
crochet pattern, but none seemed to be just right, not
quite what you had pictured in your mind? If so, then
maybe it's time to try your hand at designing your own
patterns.
If you can picture it in your mind, then you can create it.
You probably have a good idea of what you are looking
for in a pattern. To bring that idea out, find a pattern that
is close, but still not quite right. This will help you get your
new pattern started.
Get a notebook, pencil and a good eraser (you will be
using that a lot). You will also need a ruler or tape
measure.
First you will need to know your gauge. Your gauge is
important as it determines how many stitches and rows
you get per inch and will make your item come out in
the correct size.
To find your gauge, crochet a small sample piece of about
10 sts and 10 rows. Use your ruler or tape measure to
see how many stitches you get per inch. Write that down
in your notebook. Then measure to see how many rows
you get per inch. Write that down as well.
You will need to do that with every pattern you design as
you may be using a different sized hook and a different type
of yarn when designing other patterns.
Now look at the pattern that you are going to alter
to find the width and length. Using your gauge results,
multiply the number of inches in the width by the
number of stitches you get per inch. This will give you
the amount of stitches to use in your starting chain.
For the length, multiply the number of inches by the
number of rows you get per inch. This will tell you
how many rows to crochet.
If you are designing a sweater, you can learn how to
shape armholes and necklines by referring to other
patterns.
A combination of different stitches can produce some
very beautiful patterns. For example, you may like a
combination of stitches in an afghan pattern and feel
that it would look very nice when used in a sweater.
So in designing your sweater, do the measurements as
above, then use the combination of stitches that you
liked in an afghan pattern to create your new sweater
pattern.
This can be done with almost any pattern. For example,
I was looking for a hat and mittens pattern to make for
my grandson. I searched but could not find anything that
was different and unique. So I decided to design my own.
I liked a stitch combination I had used to crochet a potholder.
I could picture in my mind how nice it would look when
used in the hat and mittens.
The combination of stitches were 1 single crochet, 1 treble
crochet. It produced a cute little bobble effect that looked
great and made the mittens seem more warm and cozy.
The ideas are endless as you have many stitches to work with
and use in different combinations.
When designing a pattern, you will be trying different things
so you will probably be ripping out rows and erasing some
of your notes and re-doing them. It takes some time, but
that is how you perfect your new pattern.
When you have completed your new design, it's best to
type up your pattern from your notes while it's still fresh
in your mind. Then, of course, you will want to proofread
as it's very easy to make a mistake when typing up the
stitch abbreviations.
I hope these tips help. Once you try it, you will find that it
is not that difficult to design your own patterns and it can
be very enjoyable and give you a great sense of
accomplishment.
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Sunday, November 6, 2011
Advice and information on Crochet Afghan patterns
A particular aspect of sewing, crocheting, as a way to create a work of art of some pieces of threads in a thread, is another form of strategy that allows an individual to do something to a single element.
This process can create a special type of baby dress, a hat or any clothing that could be used to create a fashion statement. With the combination of materials flexible such as the wire and the different fundamental "crochet stitches", different elements can also be made.
One of the most popular products of the hook is the afghan. Babies to the elderly, Afghans have been used, reused, and was made from one generation to the other as he remained fashionable and sustainable coverage after so many years have passed.
What is the reason? It is based on the manner in which the material was made. This is because afghans are made via the remarkable methods of hook. With meticulous combinations of different points of suture hook and careful manipulation of the creator to come up with a good hardware, afghan Cricetus are, in fact, one of the best products that this kind of pastime was never made.
The afghan history goes back to when the "Afghans Oriental rugs" were still very popular. Most people argue that popular carpets have a resemblance to the afghan Cricetus. Therefore, therefore most of the people then began involving this type of hook in oriental carpets. Even if there is no solid validity as to whether if the "Afghan" name was derived popular carpet, stuck just name the story place itself.
It is interesting to note that those who attempt to learn the basis of the hook considers that the creation of an afghan in their initial effort to life-size. The reason why this particular preference is that the concept of manufacturing afghan hook is absolutely simple, with no fuss and difficulty. In addition, the main component of afghan manufacturing Cricetus is more on the use of mesh basic crochet with hook patterns different Afghan.
With the simplicity of the element is the boss. In fact, experts hook stated that, as any effort to couture, the hook will be not easy to deal with if there is no tendency to serve as a guide.
Since its creation, there are many patterns of different afghan hook already established on the market. It is about requests for "fanatics hook" who requested more on usage patterns so that they could make of the results that are more varied.
However, even if it has more modernized afghan patterns made available to the industry today, still the basic and crochet afghan patterns more fundamental are the best.
To learn more, here is a list of some of the most common trends and the most simple to use afghan hook:
1 One could make a simple and yet very elegant afghan hook using the single template hook. A good thing on this model, it is that it uses only a pattern of bands of various colours or a dense color and continues.
With its virtuality, pattern of single hook for afghans are usually used in making coverage for a wheelchair or on a bed.
2. The Granny square afghan is one of the most popular models by making afghan Cricetus. Based on its name, this particular afghan crochet pattern involves the use of distinct forms, as the round or square. These forms are bonneteries separately and then they are tied together in various patterns and characters.
3. The Chevron stripe crochet pattern is very useful for people who are just learning the hook. It is a good way to learn the basics of the hook that they try to create a masterpiece at the same time.
These are some of the many afghan crochet patterns that each person would be interested to use. What patterns of afghan hook you will use, just keep in mind that the real beauty of the product is based on the reason for which it was made.
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What makes an easy Crochet pattern? Learning to read Crochet Patterns
Crochet patterns may look confusing at first. However, once you understand how a pattern and familiarize themselves with the more common suture hook points, you will find a hook of reading patterns of one of the easier aspects of hook. Learning to read to a hook pattern will help you feel more confident when learn the rudiments of the hook.
Patterns can be written in different ways. Hook instructions can be written in abbreviations, presented as a symbol, or can be a combination of the two. While it may take some time to learn the symbols, they can save space, and after some time, many have experienced the crocheters find easier to read. Another good symbols of hook is that they are international, in order to anywhere the pattern comes, the symbols will generally not the same.
If you try to read and understand a hook pattern, the best way is to have both written instructions and the symbols very practices. If a series of stitches will sense taken following the written instructions, often symbols can clarify what is actually meant. Hook graphics and symbols can help clarify written instructions. Some, such as lace, is actually much easier to follow with a chart, as the reading of the written instructions.
Here are some common abbreviations used in the hook:
SC simple hook
ch st chain stitch
HDC half-double crochet
DC double bracket
slip st SL grid
TRC triple hook
Yo son on
TR treble hook
SP space
SK skip
Pat stitch pattern of st
Reading instructions of bracket, brackets and parentheses are used to transmit related points of suture. For example, if you came across this - "(sk_3_ch,_trc_4_en_chaîne_prochaine) through the line", this means all first you let three raw strings, referring to the sk, which means go. In the fourth string, you would then four triple suture hook points. You would then repeat the process across the line.
When you buy a book of crochet or model, you can find the abbreviations and symbols will be explained at the beginning. Once you have worked with a few patterns, you're much more familiar with the instructions and you will not need designate the book longer. The symbols of hook will become second nature. Similar, but easier than learning a foreign language, after a bit of study, crochet abbreviations and symbols will make sense!
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Saturday, November 5, 2011
The Art of Unique Crochet Patterns
More than half of the female population in the world love to crochet. From shawls and scarves to dazzling skirts, there really isn't anything that can't be crocheted.
A remarkable range of patterns are available on the internet. Most of them are featured in almost every fashion house. Creative minds are unleashed using these patterns.
There are crochet patterns for blouses, skirts, hats, sweaters, toys, you name it. Patterns are available for any style of clothing there is.
Patterns are offered to anyone and everyone. If you are new to knitting, there is a assortment of beginner crochet designs available on the internet. Learning the art of knitting can be tedious, but with enough effort, the outcome can be magnificent.
There are many crochet patterns for you available. Be it designer crochet patterns or just basic patterns for someone who prefers a simple task. Log onto the internet and enter a vast world of designer crochet patterns. Just type or scan the patterns to be used at a later stage. This would save valuable moments of your time.
Understanding crochet patterns is a different task altogether. If you are a beginner then crochet designs would appear like jargon. Gather information from websites, books or friends can simplify this process. They are generally worked in rows or rounds. Each pattern has different specifications such as rows, rounds or a combination.
There are thousands of designer patterns available, but if you would like to be unique, the best step would be to design one on your own. There are thousands of beginner patterns to learn from. Remember to use available patterns as a focal point to inspire your own ideas and creativity. Once you get a hang of it, you will soon be on your way to making your own patterns.
Check out some unique and exclusive crochet patterns now!
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Friday, November 4, 2011
Use Vintage Crochet Patterns to Increase Your Repertoire
Crochet is a wonderful hobby to have because you can spend all your free time to create beautiful and useful things that can be gifted away or retained for personal use. Most people just do not have the time or skill to make things out of crochet and are usually really happy to be gifted something that you have made. However, even the most experienced crocheter is bound to run out of ideas after a point, which is where books on vintage crochet patterns come into use.
People have been crocheting articles for many centuries but there was an explosion of interest in this activity starting from in the early twentieth century. Book publishers responded to the demand for additional crocheting and knitting ideas by bringing out books that had detailed crochet instructions as well as plenty of ideas to make all sorts of useful or decorative items. These books come with lovely illustrations as well as detailed working instructions that are extremely easy to follow even for a relatively inexperienced person. In the event that you need inspiration, you could pick up lots of these beautiful books that have loads of vintage crochet patterns.
If you have a really good crochet pattern book you can make a lot more things than you are currently capable of. This will come into good stead when you have to make a lot of things for a church bazaar or a charity sale. Having access to interesting and unusual patterns will ensure that the things you create will always have plenty of takers whether you plan to sell them or just gift them away. This is the best way to ensure that your crochet creations do not have a stereotypical look.
It is possible to get books of vintage crochet patterns that specialize in certain items. For example, you can make things for home such as bedspreads, cushions, centerpieces and doilies with the aid of one such book. A pattern book that focuses on apparel will help you make beautiful scarves, sweaters, socks and the like. Not only will you be able to make all sorts of interesting and useful things thanks to these designs, but you will also become familiar with unique techniques. These books ensure that your crocheted items will always be hot selling and the things you gift will be in great demand amongst your circle of friends and family.
Don't let your crochet creations become boring and stereotypical. Make sure that there is great demand for them by getting plenty of ideas from books having Vintage Crochet Patterns
Easy Crochet patterns
You have just typed "easy crochet patterns" in Google and scouring the pages to find the first project of hook. You ask if the trip to your favorite store craft was a waste of time? You wondering just what you can do with 12 colored crochet hooks?
Hook is the best job
Hook is one of these great crafts because you can start really quickly with nice projects that won't have people asking you to "what is this course?" when it's over
By learning a few points of crochet basic stitches, you will be able to do some really cool crochet projects.
How crochet mesh is a few
Three points of suture is ok a few? You can make a toy knitted with the knowledge of three points of suture and the ability to read a hook pattern.
So what can you do with four points of suture hook? If a hooked fashionable handbag seems good enough? Is - this better than what you get to do in a pottery class?
So with a few points of suture base, you can make toys, bags in hand, handbags, scarves and Yes, even a bikini.
If the mesh are easy on the model
Crochet patterns are really easy. You need to read a pattern is to know how to make your points of suture hook and don't forget that they are abbreviated in the model. You do not have to remember the abbreviations for suturing as they are repeated in the model.
Therefore all that you need to get going is to find a model that includes suturing that you know, the materials and the right hook hook or hooks and you're ready to go. Have you found your easy hook patterns already?
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Thursday, November 3, 2011
Share patterns hook free to promote a fun hobby and in good health who creates lasting family memories
Share your patterns free crochet and passing on these beautiful and vintage hook patterns may create many memories of wonderful family and ensure the beauty you create is beloved over the years. Your legacy is important and crocheted gifts leave your brand long after you've spent. Don't wait until it's too late.
When I was young, my grandmother was always his variety of crochet hooks, a basket full of skeins of yarn and many patterns of hook. All members of the family had at least a crocheted afghan for their coverage of layers or baby bed.
I would watch him sit there, gently pulling thread after thread with patterns of hook that seems to appear as magic. I would be appalled to see sometimes out of what seemed miles of wire when accidentally missing a mesh somewhere (even if I never see it).
I remember the first time she I presented with my first set of square brackets of hook in a small leather pouch and a whole ball of yarn just for me. She patiently showed me how a single hook, and then double hook. I was 8 and think that my raggedy little knitted "coverage" was enough fantasy (it is atrocious, but it still seemed proud). How she makes each mesh exactly the same appearance? For years, my grandmother gave us all beautiful blankets bonneteries hand, shawls and scarves.
Then, at age 16, I spent the summer with her. Again, it gave me a set of hook needles in a neat leather pocket and let me choose my own skeins of thread... just enough for afghan. With a few instructions carefully, I learned to crochet.
All summer, I worked on my multicoloured afghan with a zigzag pattern. One end of the blanket Assembly always wider than the other and the places where he should have zigged, I believe that it rather meters.
Kindly, my grandmother who seemed very impressed by my work, to just "finish it" for me, then, that I went home and back to school. I took my hooks and continued to hook each bit of the yarn, that I could get my hands. This Christmas, when my grandmother came to visit, it I presented with "ma" or crocheted afghan that "I" took all the credit for the creation. Funny how all the odd lines and zags which should have zigged, seemed to have disappeared, and that I had was a beautifully structured afghan, knitted or crocheted I still to this day. In hindsight, I know that my grandmother lovingly removed all the threads of madmen and zig-zags and had re-crocheted each unique mesh perfectly, so I could show "my" very own crocheted afghan, hand-made.
I lost my grandmother a few years ago, when she died suddenly of kidney failure. My heart still aches and I cry every day still missing him. But what I have are memories we created together, and this zigzag multi-coloured patterned knitted or crocheted afghan, knowing that his hands wonderful, caringly and lovingly affected every single thread. I always run my fingers on this afghan, keep it close and remember this wonderful summer with my grandmother when she taught me how to hook.
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Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Crochet Patterns and Supplies
Crochet is a hobby that is enjoyed by many people today. With the availability of so many patterns, and the fact that so few supplies are needed, this easy-to-learn craft has become very popular. It is worthwhile to be able to make many useful articles for personal use, the home, and for gifts
Crochet is placing a slip knot on a hook, hooking the yarn and pulling it through the slip knot, and then hooking the yarn and pulling another loop through that one and so on until the chain is the desired length. The work can then be turned at the end of the chain to work stitches along the chain. The stitches range from the basic single crochet and double crochet stitches to more complicated and elaborate designs.
Basic Stitches Described
Single Crochet - To do a single crochet stitch on a chain as described above, the hook is inserted in the second chain from the hook to start the row. The yarn is then hooked (called a yarn over - YO) and drawn through, hooked again and drawn through both loops. After making the first single crochet, the stitches are done in every chain after the first.
Double Crochet - YO before inserting the hook. Insert the hook, YO, pull through. There are now 3 loops on the hook. YO and draw through 2 loops. YO and draw through the 2 remaining loops.
There is no written record of crochet patterns before the 1800s when the first crochet patterns were published. Prior to that, the art of crochet was passed down from generation to generation, working from samples of finished work. Today, there are many wonderful printed patterns available along with a wide variety of types and colors of yarn.
The art of crochet is interesting and enjoyable, a very pleasurable, yet practical hobby for making clothing and accessories, decorative and useable items for the home, holiday decorations, and thoughtful gifts for friends and family.
Quick and easy crochet patterns can be found online at FREE CROCHET PATTERNS
What Every Beginner Wants - Beginners Crochet Patterns
If you're just learning how to crochet, then you know how badly you need beginners crochet patterns. Obviously, you, like me, cannot do advanced patterns, but more importantly, we need beginners crochet patterns to better our skills, while creating.
Patterns are numerous but, boy oh boy, do they take a lot of work to find. I should know, since I spent a lot of time researching and finding them. In the end, I realized most offline places, like libraries, had limited information on patterns for beginners, and instead had a lot of advanced stuff.
Once you find some templates for beginners, you find that they either have incomplete instructions, directions, and examples or worse - they aren't really patterns for beginners; they are for advanced skill sets. What a bummer!
Take heart though, I found a way to save time and avoid disappointment while searching for easy patterns, and shall I add, ones that I actually liked?
That is a drawback of some simple patterns, as taste and style might suffer for lack of ease. I guess, as beginners who must use beginners crochet patterns, I have no choice to forego creative flair, but it is still a little disappointing. At least it keeps me motivated; whenever I want to make more difficult items, I look at my collection of templates and remind myself, I'm on my way!
Chances are, you too are also well on your way. If you weren't' then you wouldn't be taking the time to read about beginners patterns, and how to find ones you love. If you're willing to take the time and research patterns you can easily do, then I suggest you take it a step further and purchase a collection of beginners patterns you love. You'll be glad you did, trust me, I know.
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Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Online free Crochet patterns
It is even easier that to find in a store today find free hook online models. The selection is beyond the enormous and naturally saved money is great. You will find everything what you are looking for with any level of experience you are looking for.
Hook, a hook, a ball of wool, and you're on your way to something hot the belle or plan simply have fun. There are thousands of models to choose from, and you can spend endless hours just go through them.
The largest selection of patterns free crochet online is just incredible. I get sometimes so interested in all available profiles that I forget what I was originally looking for some.
With the help of the search engines it dose does not long to acquire volumes of wonderful hook patterns to print, and then make up.
Beginner Crochet Patterns
To find some beginners hook type patterns in crochet patterns. That your research advanced, add the words freeand easy beginner . You will be surprised with the pattern links returning. With the Internet, you always have the right help at your fingertips.
There are many large forums over there and crocheters are a group friendly, helpful people who love to share and help each other.
Easy free patterns crochet
When you are just beginning, try to choose an easy base model. More basic model the better it will be. For cases a baby, toilet glove or potholder cover (remember never spun synthetic use for a table, they will melt). It's all the right choices for the beginner.
Through these projects, you do not have to worry about the gauge. You can simply focus on getting comfortable with the son and hook handling. When you started you will probably be too tight hook and will feel awkward, not to worry you'll get use to it. It is common and you will relax you keep practicing. You will be loosen place points of suture that you become more comfortable with the hook and thread handling.
Beginners hook
Choose a model that has only double crochet (dc) and or single crochet (sc) stitches. These are the two points of suture base that derive from all other variations of mesh of hook. With only these two points of suture and a judicious selection of color of wire, you can create a set of blanket, sweater, hat and booties baby beautiful.
Therefore if you are looking for a relaxing pastime pleasure, give the hook to try. It is fun, creative and perfect the gift for yourself and others.
Remember to always follow the copyright of free patterns. They may be free to use, but not for sale.
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