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Teaching How to Knit/Crochet
Hello, my dear friends! I want to wish you a great day and mood today! Hope, you're safe and sound! Have you ever taught somebody how to knit or crochet? Did you like this process?
Susan
Oct 07, 2020 02:03 AM
Relief Beige Top
You’ll Need: 250g of beige Mondial Lucente yarn (50% cotton, 50% viscose; 90m/50g); Knitting needles size 5; Stuffing for pompoms; Tapestry needle. Size: S. Note: To make the garment 1 size larger or smaller, increase or decrease 2 cm (4 knit stitches of front and back) in width and 2 cm (6 rows) in length. Used Patterns Double Rib: Cast on half of the needed quantity of stitches with contrast yarn. 1 st Row: Working yarn, *1 knit stitch, 1 yarn over*; repeat from * ...
Susan
Oct 05, 2020 11:41 PM
Helping our users. Knit Diagonal Scarf.
You’ll Need: 2 hanks of BERROCO MACRO (250 grs) yarn in #6735 Arctic Poppy color; Knitting needles 15 mm. Stitches control; 8 sts x 8 rows = 10 x 10 cm. Size: 8" wide x 72" long. Instructions Cast on 16 sts. Row 1 (RS): * K4, p4, rep from * once more. Row 2: K3, p4, k4, p4, k1. Row 3: P2, k4, p4, k4, p2. Row 4: K1, p4, k4, p4, k3. Row 5: * P4, k4, rep from * once more. Row 6: P3, k4, p4, k4, p1. Row 7: K2, p4, k4, p4, k2. Row 8: P1, k4, p4, k4, p3. Rep ...
Susan
Oct 05, 2020 11:38 PM
Crochet Scaled Skirt
You’ll Need: 150g of dark-grey 100% woolen yarn (210m/100g); 100g of the same yarn, but in pink, light-grey, light-purple colors (each); Crochet hook 4. Size: M. Used Patterns: Half-circle: make 5 chain sts and circle them in the ring, then, work with straight and reversed rows: 1 st row – 8 double crochets in the ring with dark-grey yarn; 2 nd row: 16 single crochets with pink yarn; 3 rd row: 24 double crochets with light-purple yarn; 4 th r...
Susan
Oct 05, 2020 11:37 PM
Relief Knit Pullover with High Neck
You’ll Need 550g of grey Extra Merino Big yarn (100% sheep wool; 80m/50g); Straight and circular knitting needles, size 6. Size S. Used Patterns Rib A 3 x 3 rib; Rib B 2 x 2 rib; Main Pattern The quantity of sts is multiple 24 + 1 + 2 selvage sts. Work due to the scheme, on which only RS rows are stated, make WS rows due to the ornament, yarn overs – as purls. Start with 1 selvage st, pattern repeat, finish with st after pattern repeat and 1 selvage st. Stitches Control Main ...
Susan
Oct 05, 2020 11:36 PM
Helping our users. Crochet Grasshopper.
You’ll Need: 50g of Bernat Handicrafter in Hot Green for the head, antennae, and legs; 50g of Bernat Handicrafter in Pale Yellow for the belly; 50g of Bernat Super Value in Lush for the body and antennae; Crochet hook 3.5mm; 12mm Safety eyes; Light weight pink yarn for cheeks; Stuffing; Tapestry needle. Size: 10” x 11” from top to bottom. Instructions Head Make 2 panels in Hot Green and 3.5mm hook: The panels are worked from the bottom up. The panels will have a slight curve (...
Susan
Oct 05, 2020 11:31 PM
Knit “Peas” Stitch
Knitting Row Instructions 1st Row : *3 knit sts, 1 purl, 5 knit sts, 1 purl, 3 knit sts*; repeat from * to *; 2nd and All Even Rows : Due to the ornament, yarn overs – as purls; 3rd Row : As the 1st row; 5th Row : *3 knit sts, 1 purl, 3 knit sts, 1 broaching (slip 1 knit st, 1 knit st, draw it through the slipped st), 1 yarn over, 1 purl, 3 knit sts*; repeat from * to *; 7th Row : *3 knit sts, 1 purl, 2 knit sts, 1 broaching, 1 yarn over, 1 knit st, 1 purl, 3 knit sts*; repeat from * to...
Susan
Oct 05, 2020 11:27 PM
Crochet Scales Imitation Pattern
Introduction The quantity of stitches is a multiple of 2 plus 3 chain stitches increase. Set-Up Row 1st row (set-up row): double crochets, starting from the 4th chain stitch and continuing with all the other stitches. Subsequent Rows Row 2 2nd row: 1 chain stitch, single crochet in each stitch. Row 3 3rd row: 3 chain stitches, * 1 right side relief treble crochet through double crochet of the 1st row, 1 double crochet * . Row 4 4th row: 1 chain stitch, single crochet in each stit...
Susan
Oct 05, 2020 11:27 PM
Inspiration. Crochet Bags.
Inspiration for creating stunning crochet bags can be found in various styles, patterns, and techniques that bring out your creative flair. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, there are plenty of resources available to help you design a unique and functional bag. Popular Crochet Bag Styles Tote Bags Crossbody Bags Clutch Bags Backpacks Techniques for Crochet Bags There are several techniques to explore when making crochet bags: Granny Squ...
Susan
Oct 05, 2020 11:25 PM
Tips in Chosing Yarn
Hello, my dear knitters and crocheters! I want to wish you a good day and mood today! Hope, you're alright! Choosing Yarn When buying yarn, consider the following factors: Yarn Weight: Be aware of the thickness and weight of the yarn for different projects. Fiber Type: Explore various fiber types for different textures and warmth. Color and Dye Lot: Choose your favorite colors and ensure they match dye lots for consistency. Choosing Instruments When s...
Susan
Oct 05, 2020 11:22 PM
Seeking crochet pattern for a grasshopper
Hello fellow crafters! Working on those Christmas crafts? I sure do love the smiles. I need some assistance please. I'm seeking a crochet pattern for a small grasshopper. Yes, I've looked online but those aren't what I'm looking for. Think of small Easter bunny size. I've looked through several craft books at JoAnnes and Michael's. But coming up short. I tried to be creative and make my own...but I'm sure the child doesn't want a Frankenstein grasshopper. Really... So I'm reaching out to my peeps...
Peg
Oct 05, 2020 11:37 AM
Set of Cardigan and Hat
You’ll Need: 500g of buckley viscose yarn in beige color; 100g of creamy acryl yarn; Crochet hook 3.5. Size: M. Stitches Control: 14 sts = 10 cm. Instructions Cardigan Back Make 65 chain sts with buckley yarn and work according to scheme 1. At 49 cm height, mark arm-holes with contrast yarn from both sides and work straight. At 70 cm height, finish your work after getting 14 sts for each shoulder and 37 sts for the neck-hole. Right Front Make 33 chain sts with buckley yarn a...
Susan
Oct 05, 2020 02:58 AM
Helping our users. Knit Slipper-Boots.
You’ll Need: Worsted weight yarn (use 2 strands of worsted held together) 360(380,410) yds; Knitting needles 5, 5 and 6 mm. Size: S (6-7.5), M/L (8-9), XL (9.5-10.5) Stitches Control: 14 sts = 4” in Stockinette using the size 9 needles. Instructions Sole Using sole color and size 9 needles, cast on 47(50,52) sts using a long-tail method and with 2 strands held together. Row 1: Knit. Row 2: K1, yo, k22(23,24), yo, k1(2,2), yo, k22(23,24), yo, k1. [51(54,56) sts] Row 3 and all odd ro...
Susan
Oct 05, 2020 02:57 AM
Lavender Crochet Vest
You’ll Need: 400 (450)g of lavender Puntino yarn (100% cotton; 160m/50g); Crochet hook 3.5 mm. Size: S (M). Note: Make front and back as a one-piece cloth. Used Patterns Lace Pattern: The quantity of stitches is a multiple of 33 + 10 + 3 chain stitches increase. Work according to scheme 1. Start with stitches before the pattern repeat, pattern repeat, and finish with stitches after the pattern repeat. Make the 1 st - 5 th rows once, then, repeat the 2 nd - 5 th rows, fini...
Susan
Oct 05, 2020 02:56 AM
Green Knit Top
You’ll Need: 250 (300)g of turquoise Mystik yarn (54% cotton, 46% viscose; 110m/50g); 200 (250)g of green Linova yarn (74% cotton, 26% linen; 100m/50g); Knitting needles size 7. Note: Work in 2 threads of yarn - 1 thread of turquoise and 1 thread of green yarn. Size: M (L). Used Patterns: Relief Pattern: The quantity of stitches is a multiple of 7 + 2 selvage stitches. Start and finish every row with 1 selvage stitch. 1 st and 5 th rows: * 2 purls, 3 knit stitches, 2 purls...
Susan
Oct 05, 2020 02:54 AM