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One Stitch Pattern on "U" Piece of Wire
Some time ago I posted information about how to make work on "fork". You told me, that you need more information and detailed photos. So, here you are: You'll Need: Here is a list of materials you'll require: U piece of wire or metal (in previous posts it was called "fork"); Yarn; Crochet hook. Instructions Follow these steps to create your crochet piece: Make a stitch from yarn, pull it and put it on the left part of "U". The working yarn should be in ...
Susan
Mar 28, 2020 02:06 AM
Shells on Garter Stitch Background
Shell Stitch Technique To perform the shell stitch, insert the right-hand needle into the front of the stitch 5 rows below the 3rd stitch on the left-hand needle. Draw through a long loop, leaving the loop on the right-hand needle. Proceed with the following steps: Knit 1. Make a second loop into the same stitch, then knit 1. Make a third loop into the same stitch, then knit 1. Make a fourth loop into the same stitch, then knit 1. Make a fifth loop into the same stitch, th...
Susan
Mar 28, 2020 02:02 AM
Silver Flowers Earrings
You'll Need: 8 Silverplate filigree charms 16 Silvertone jumprings 1 Pair silvertone earwire Chain nose plier Instructions Lay 4 of the filigrees as shown on the right. Working clockwise, each charm is going to get a letter to identify it. Now take a close look at one filigree. The numbering system will work clockwise from the top for each filigree. Apply an oval jumpring between A3 and B8. Apply a second jumpring from A4 to B7. Apply the third oval jumpring between A6 and ...
Susan
Mar 28, 2020 02:01 AM
How to Wash Knitting Clothes
Introduction Knitted clothes from any yarn - cotton, blended yarn, linen, and especially wool - should be washed by hand. You will have to refuse washing in a machine if you do not want to spoil your jacket, cardigan, or dress. Washing Method A wash is best done in warm water using a special detergent designed to wash things from delicate materials with an eco-composition that supports the natural composition of the fiber. During washing, it is not recommended to rub the cloth aggressively, ex...
Susan
Mar 28, 2020 01:59 AM
Pearl Bow Brooch
Materials You'll Need You'll need: Small pearl beads Felt Needle and thread 1 oval shaped bead Brooch pin A template for the bow Instructions Follow these instructions to create your bow pin: Draw the shape of the bow you want your pin to look like. Cut your drawing/printout and use it as a pattern to cut the felt. You will need 2 pieces of Part A and 1 piece of Part B. Sew the small pearl beads into a piece of Part A. Start from the center, then...
Susan
Mar 28, 2020 01:58 AM
Blister Check Knit Stitch
With colour A cast on a multiple of 4 sts + 1. Row Instructions Row 1 - wrong side: with colour A, purl all sts. Row 2 : with colour B, knit all sts. Row 3 : with colour B, purl all sts. Row 4 : with colour B, knit all sts. Row 5 : with colour B, purl all sts. Row 6 : with colour A, knit 2, * drop next st off needle and unravel 4 rows down, picking up colour A stitch from row 1 below; insert needle into this stitch and under the 4 loose strands of colour B, and knit, catch...
Susan
Mar 28, 2020 01:56 AM
What is your favourite material for making crafts?
Good day to all of you! I want to wish you a nice and calm day. Sharing Crafting Ideas What is your favorite material for making crafts? Do you have any interesting ideas or use well-known materials?
Susan
Mar 28, 2020 01:55 AM
How to Choose Knitting Needles
Yarn Length on 100 g and Needle Gauge Yarn length on 100 g: 50 m and less on 100 g – 9 - 15 mm 100 m on 100 g – 6 – 8 mm 150 m on 100 g – 5 – 6 mm 200 m on 100 g – 4 - 5 mm 300 m on 100 g – 3 - 4.5 mm 400 m on 100 g – 2 - 3.5 mm 800 m on 100 g – 1.5 - 3 mm Knitting Your Work You can choose straight knitting needles 35 cm long or circular (on the fishing line) 80-100 cm long. It all depends on personal preferences. Among the shortcomings of straight knitt...
Susan
Mar 27, 2020 03:13 AM
Beaded Ring
You'll Need Big and small beads Nylon thread Scissors Instructions Make the 1st Row Collect beads on a nylon thread. It is important to observe the sequence: 1 big bead 3 small beads Then repeat this sequence until there are a total of 9 beads on the string. After that, close the chain into a ring and tie it into a knot. Form the 2nd Row The 2nd row will look like wavy lace. It should thread through the beads that are in the center. Collect 5 new...
Susan
Mar 27, 2020 03:10 AM
Linen Knit Stitch
Cast on an even number of stitches. Slip stitches purlwise. Knitting Rows Row 1 - right side: Knit 1, * slip 1 with yarn in front, knit 1; repeat from * to last stitch, knit 1. Row 2: Purl 1, * slip 1 with yarn in back, purl 1; repeat from * to last stitch, purl 1. Repeat these two rows. Two-Colour Linen Stitch Work with colour A for two rows and colour B for two rows. Repeat these 4 rows. Three-Colour Linen Stitch Start with colour A and work Row 1. Row 2: Colour B. Row...
Susan
Mar 27, 2020 03:09 AM
Ladybird From Satin Ribbons
You'll Need: Satin ribbons; Candle; Scissors; Tweezers; Textile glue; Wire; Beads. Instructions Cut 40 of 2.5 cm squares from red ribbon and treat the edges with fire. Make 15 squares from black ribbon. Fold the square diagonally and bend the corners. Press the element with tweezers and cut off the short side. Hold the blank a bit over the candle flame, and then spread the petal. Process the black blank in the same way. On thick cardboard, which ...
Susan
Mar 27, 2020 03:07 AM
Check Knit Stitch
Colour A, cast on a multiple of 4 sts. Row Instructions Row 1 - right side: Colour A, knit. Row 2: Colour A, purl. Row 3: Colour B, k3, * sl 2 wyib, k2; repeat from * to last st, k1. Row 4: Colour B, p3, * sl 2 wyif, p2; repeat from * to last st, p1. Row 5: Colour A, knit. Row 6: Colour A, purl. Row 7: Colour B, k1, * sl 2 wyib, k2; repeat from * to last 3 sts, sl 2 wyib, k1. Row 8: Colour B, p1, * sl 2 wyib, p2; repeat from * to last 3 sts, sl 2 wyif, k1. Repeat row...
Susan
Mar 27, 2020 03:06 AM
Elegant Evening Earrings
You'll Need: Two 4mm round pearls Two small filigree silver bead caps Two 8mm teardrop shaped crystal beads in color of choice Two small silver spacers Two 2mm Swarovski bicone crystal beads 24 gauge non-tarnish silver wire Two silver earring wires Wire cutters Round nose pliers Instructions: Working off the spool, thread wire through teardrop bead leaving approximately 3/4” extension. Bend end of wire upwards and wrap around wire to secure bead. Trim excess wire away. ...
Susan
Mar 27, 2020 03:05 AM
How to Choose Yarn
Understanding Yarn Selection In most cases, the yarn is selected by color, thickness, and length of the thread. However, you should also pay attention to the quality of the yarn and its composition, as this will impact the ease of working with it, the longevity of the product, and whether it will retain its color and shape. To choose the yarn that best meets the requirements, knowledge of the properties of the fibers that make up the yarn will help. The fiber composition of the yarn is always indicate...
Susan
Mar 27, 2020 03:01 AM
The Best Advice For Beginners
Hello, my dear knitters and crochetters! I want to wish you a nice day and mood! Advice for Beginners What do you think is the best advice for those who are just planning to start knitting? Getting Started What should they do first? Let's help one another.
Susan
Mar 27, 2020 02:59 AM