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Hello, my dear crafters! As usual, I want to wish you a nice day and good mood! Take care of yourselves! Exploring New Challenges in Knitting and Crochet Are there any things that you've never tried to knit or crochet? What new things would you like to try?
Susan
Jun 28, 2020 01:44 AM
The Study of Planet Earth Afghan 🌎
Introduction to the Study of Planet Earth Afghan This is a blanket that I’m currently working on. It’s called the Study of Planet Earth Afghan. This pattern was originally created by Mikey from The Crochet Crowd. I love to crochet, and I love the planet too. So I thought, why not do a combination of the two? This crochet pattern came out last year in 2019. Follow Along on My Crochet Journey For those of you who would like to follow along on this crochet journey with me, I will leave two videos dow...
Malaika
Jun 27, 2020 12:29 PM
Romantic Summer Jacket
You’ll Need 450g of 100% cotton yarn (120m/50g); Crochet hook 2.5; 7 buttons. Size Size: S. Used Patterns Main pattern: the quantity of stitches is multiplied by 20 + 1 + 1 chain stitch increase. Work according to the scheme. Start with stitches before pattern repeat, pattern repeat, finish with stitches after pattern repeat. Repeat the 1 st -8 th rows. Frilling 1 st row: single crochets; 2 nd row: *1 single crochet, 1 picot (3 chain stitches, 1 slip stitch in the 1 st chain st...
Susan
Jun 27, 2020 03:39 AM
Everyday Knit Bag
You’ll Need: 3 balls of Bernat® Handicrafter® Cotton (Ombres: 1.5 oz/42.5 g; 68 yds/62 m) Mod Ombre (02223); Knitting needles 4 mm and 6.5 mm. Size: About 43 cm long, excluding handles. Stitches Control: 21 sts and 27 rows = 4" [10 cm] with smaller needles in stocking st. Instructions Body With smaller needles, cast on 24 sts. Knit 5 rows, noting 1st row is WS. 1st row: (RS). *(K1. P1. K1) in next st. Rep from * to end of row. 72 sts. Change to larger needles and proc...
Susan
Jun 27, 2020 03:38 AM
Sofina Crochet Tunic
You’ll Need 450/550/700g of dark-blue 100% acryl yarn; Crochet hook 3; Needle. Size S/M/L. Instructions Take measurements and make pattern design in natural size. Crochet all the elements separately. Start with a relief square. There are 3 types of such squares with different tensions: A – 17 * 17 cm B – 19 * 19 cm C – 21 * 21 cm Make 6 chain stitches, circle them in the ring, and work with circle rows according to the scheme. For square A, make pattern repeat ...
Susan
Jun 27, 2020 03:37 AM
Knit Rose
You’ll Need: Yarn (any you like); Knitting needles 3. Size: 8 cm diameter. Instructions Cast on 4 sts. First Rows 1 st row: 1 selvedge st, 1 knit st, 1 yarn over, 1 knit st, 1 yarn over, 1 selvedge st = 6 sts; 2 nd row: 1 knit st, 1 yarn over, 6 knit sts (yarn over – as cross knit st) = 7 sts; 3 rd row: 1 selvedge st, 1 yarn over, 7 purls (yarn over – as cross purl) = 8 sts. Repeat 2 nd and 3 rd rows x twice. You should get 12 sts. Follow-Up Rows...
Susan
Jun 27, 2020 03:36 AM
Fast and Simple Beach Tunic
You’ll Need: 100% cotton yarn; Crochet hook (depending on the yarn). Instructions Take measurements and make pattern design. Then, make a sample according to the scheme in order to define the quantity of stitches. Now, turn to making the rectangular motifs of your tunic. The quantity of motifs should be the same as ½ hip circumference. Add 2 cm for free fitting and work with net pattern. If you want a tunic with long wide sleeves, increase the width of motifs. You can fasten or decorate your tun...
Susan
Jun 27, 2020 03:35 AM
Two-Sided Relief Zigzag Knit Stitch
Work Instructions Work due to the scheme, on which only right-side rows are stated. Make wrong-side rows due to the ornament. Make yarn overs as purl. Pattern Repeats Horizontal pattern repeat = 18 sts. Vertical pattern repeat = 1 st -12 th rows. Additional Rows Then, make 5 th -12 th rows one more time. Finishing Touches Finish work with 1 st -4 th rows.
Susan
Jun 27, 2020 03:34 AM
Fancy Crochet Stitch
Introduction to the Stitch Pattern This stitch pattern consists of beads and weavers. Change the color of yarn every 3 rows. The quantity of stitches is multiplied by 5 + 8 + 5 stitches. Puff Stitch Technique Puff st: (yarn over, take out the yarn from the stitch) x 3 times (= 6 stitches + 1 base stitch), crochet the 6 stitches on the crochet hook together (= 2 stitches), crochet 2 stitches on the crochet hook. Row Instructions 1st Row 1 double crochet in the 4 th stitch from the crochet h...
Susan
Jun 27, 2020 03:33 AM
Inspiration. Summer Crochet Berets.
Inspiration for summer crochet berets is all around us as these stylish accessories become a must-have for warm-weather fashion. With their versatility and charm, crochet berets can elevate any outfit, offering a blend of style and comfort. Why Choose Crochet Berets? Summer crochet berets are an excellent choice for several reasons: Lightweight and breathable, perfect for warm weather. Available in various colors and patterns to match any outfit. Customizable with different stitc...
Susan
Jun 27, 2020 03:33 AM
How many members of your family do knitting or crocheting?
Hello, my dear friends! I want to wish you a nice day and mood today! Hope, you're safe and sound! Knitting and Crocheting in Families How many members of your family do knitting or crocheting? Are they only women or men either?
Susan
Jun 27, 2020 03:32 AM
Nice Sweater with Batwing Sleeves
You’ll Need: Blue yarn (50% wool, 50% cotton; 120m/50g); Knitting needles 4 and 4.5; Circle knitting needles 4.5. Size: S (L). Used Patterns: Pearled Pattern: Alternate 1 knit stitch and 1 purl stitch, displacing the ornament by 1 stitch in every new row; Relief Rhombs Pattern: Follow the scheme. The quantity of stitches is multiplied by 18 + 4 + 2 selvedge stitches. Only right-side rows are stated on the scheme; make wrong-side rows following the ornament, with yarn overs as purls...
Susan
Jun 25, 2020 11:24 PM
Helping our users. Pulled Taffy Baby Blanket.
You’ll Need: RED HEART® Super Saver™: 3 (6) skeins 316 Soft White A, 1 skein each 512 Turqua B, 672 Spring Green C, 718 Shocking Pink D, and 319 Cherry Red E Susan Bates®. Crochet Hook 6 mm; Yarn needle. Stitches Control: 1 repeat (center of loop to center of loop) = 3½" (9 cm); 8 rows = 4" (10 cm) in Braided Stripes Pattern. Directions are for baby size; changes for full-size blanket are in parentheses. Blanket measures 39 x 36 (56½ x 46)" [99 x 91.5 (143.5 x 117) cm]. Note...
Susan
Jun 25, 2020 11:17 PM
Crochet Swimsuit with High Waist Bikini
Materials Needed You’ll need: 100g of 100% polyamide yarn (165m/50g); Crochet hook 3. Instructions Bikini Front Make 25 chain sts and work due to the scheme. Back Attach yarn to the initial chain of the previously described detail and work due to the scheme. Make 2 straps of chain sts 2 m long each. String together the sides of bikini and fasten the ends with decorations. Bra Make 190 chain sts and work due to the scheme. Fasten the upper part of bra with picot ...
Susan
Jun 25, 2020 11:15 PM
Everyday Sandy Bag
You’ll Need: 300g of yarn (75% viscose, 25% linen; 77m/50g) of sandy color; Crochet hook 5; Leather handles; 1 button Ø 3 cm. Size: 30 на 40 cm (without handles). Main Pattern Crochet around. Change the 1 st single crochet to 1 chain stitch increase to start a new row. Finish each row with slip stitch in the chain stitch increase. Stitches Control: 14 single crochets x 16 rows = 10 x 10 cm. Instructions Start with the bottom part. Make 43 chain stitches and fasten it with singl...
Susan
Jun 25, 2020 11:13 PM