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Different Ways of Blocking in Crochet
You'll Need Pins Blocking mats or you can also use yoga mats Steamer or an iron steam Spray bottle Instructions Wet Blocking First, soak the project in a bowl of water or in a washing machine. Don’t rinse yet! Then, get two towels. Insert the crochet in between the two like a sandwich. Like making sushi, slowly and carefully roll your crochet to remove the excess water. When it has no more excess water, spread it flat on the table and gently pat it into the shape you want. Keep it tha...
Susan
Mar 20, 2020 11:39 PM
Beeswax Candles
You Will Need: 2 Beeswax Honey Comb Texture Sheets 20” of Wick Craft Knife Scissors Instructions: Step 1 Take one sheet of the beeswax and fold it in half, just at the edges, on the short side. Be careful not to press too firmly and mash the texture of the beeswax. Unfold and use a straight-edge blade to cut directly across to make two 4” x 16” pieces of the beeswax. Step 2 Lay a 5” length of the wick along one of the short ends. Firmly roll the edge of the ...
Susan
Mar 20, 2020 11:35 PM
Classic Aran Honeycomb Stitch
Use the following slip stitch techniques to create unique knitted patterns. 2/2RC Technique 2/2RC: Slip 2 sts to a cable needle and hold in back, knit 2, then knit 2 from the cable needle. 2/2LC Technique 2/2LC: Slip 2 sts to a cable needle and hold in front, knit 2, then knit 2 from the cable needle. Knitting Instructions Knitted in a multiple of 8 sts. Row Guidance Row 1 - right side: Knit. Row 2: Purl. Row 3: * 2/2RC, 2/2LC; repeat from * to end. Row 4: Pu...
Susan
Mar 20, 2020 11:34 PM
Helping Kathe. Bavarian Rainbow Baby Afghan
You'll Need 2 skeins Red Heart Super Saver yarn in Light Blue 1 skein Red Heart Super Saver yarn in Petal Pink 1 skein Red Heart Super Saver yarn in Honeydew 1 skein Red Heart Super Saver yarn in White 2 skeins Red Heart Classic yarn in Light Lavender 2 skeins Red Heart Classic yarn in Peachy 5.0 (US H-8) crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge Instructions Rounds Breakdown Round 1 : With light blue ch 5, slip stitch in first ch to form a ring, ch 1, [sc in ring, ch 5, 4-tr c...
Susan
Mar 20, 2020 11:33 PM
What is your favourite knit or crochet thing?
Good day to all of you! I wish you a nice day and perfect mood! Engaging with Our Handmade Creations What is your favourite knit or crochet thing? Who made it for you or maybe you made it yourselves? Personal Connections to Knitting and Crocheting As for me, I love my baby blanket, which my granny made for me, and then I used it for my daughters.
Susan
Mar 20, 2020 11:30 PM
How to get a print out of your patterns?
Is all your patterns only being able to open through Google Chrome? I don't like it. Would be nice to get your patterns by opening from your emails. Thanks, JoAnne
JoAnne
Mar 20, 2020 10:55 AM
Elegant and Stylish Crochet Vest
Size S You'll Need Diva yarn (100% microfiber acryl; 350m/100g), colour 383, 3 skeins Crochet hook 5 Instructions Make a chain of 7 chain sts, circle it and crochet 14 half single crochets with 1 chain st between them. Continue making the motive according to scheme 2. Make 52 motives and connect them between one another in the last rows, as stated in the assembly scheme 3. Front edges of fronts, sleeves edges, and neck holes are fastened according to the scheme.
Susan
Mar 20, 2020 12:59 AM
Fabric Triangles Necklace
You'll Need Here is a list of materials you will require for your project: Fabric Coats & Clark Phoomph fabric interfacing Simplicity Quilt Template Eyelets Mod Podge Plaid Podgeable Shapes Plaid Podgeable Papers Chain Clasp Jump rings Sewing machine Scissors Hole punch Eyelet setter Paint brush Pliers Instructions Follow these detailed steps to create your fabric project: Step 1: Prepare Your F...
Susan
Mar 20, 2020 12:58 AM
Zigzag Jacquard Knit Pattern
Cast on a multiple of 8 sts + 2 and 12-row repeat. Row Instructions Row 1: K1, * sl 4 wyif, k4; repeat from * to last st, k1. Row 2: P4, * sl 4 wyib, p4; repeat from * to last 6 sts, sl 4 wyib, p2. Row 3: K3, * sl 4 wyif, k4; repeat from * to last 7 sts, sl 4 wyif, k3. Row 4: P2, * sl 4 wyib, p4; repeat from * to end. Row 5: K5, * sl 4 wyif, k4; repeat from * to last 5 sts, sl 4 wyif, k1. Row 6: P1, sl 3 wyib, p4, * sl 4 wyib, p4; repeat from * to last 2 sts, sl 1 wyib, p1. Row 7: K2,...
Susan
Mar 20, 2020 12:56 AM
Evening Rhomb Beads Earrings
Materials Needed You'll need: 30pc Silver Plate 4mm Closed Jump Ring (#2950208) 2 18pc Silver Plate 35mm Eye Pins (#2950272) 10pc Silver Plate Ball Hook Wire (#2950227) 18pc Silver Plate 25mm Ball Head Pin (#2950223) 33pc 4mm Crystazzi Bicone - Tanzanite (#7722026) 33pc 4mm Crystazzi Bicone - Rosaline (#7722003) 33pc 4mm Crystazzi Bicone - Purple (#7722027) Instructions First, create the beaded links that will form the net of the earrings. Thread the chosen bead(s) onto ...
Susan
Mar 20, 2020 12:54 AM
Rounded Braids Knit Stitch
Understanding Stitch Multiples The quantity of stitches (sts) is calculated as follows: multiples of 12 sts + 2 selvedge sts + 7 sts for symmetry. This formula ensures that your knitting project remains balanced and visually appealing. Repeating the Pattern To achieve the desired design, repeat the pattern from the 1st to the 8th rows. Consistency in this repetition is key to maintaining the integrity of the stitch pattern throughout your project. Interpreting the Stitch Guide It's important...
Susan
Mar 20, 2020 12:53 AM
American Type Of Beads Strap
You'll Need: Black and red crystals; Gold and black beads; Scaffolding; Needle; Metallic fastener. Instructions Measure out the required length of scaffolding and collect four beads on it. Then, add two more glasses of a different color and a black crystal. Next, you will again need to string 2 elements. Draw the right edge of the base material through the four beads that were first strung. After that, thread two more pieces of beads, then large material of red color, and agai...
Susan
Mar 20, 2020 12:51 AM
Cartridge Belt Rib
Knitted in a multiple of 4 + 3 stitches. Row Instructions Row 1 - Right Side: Knit 3, * slip 1 wyif, knit 3; repeat from * to end. Row 2: Knit 1, * slip 1 wyif, knit 3; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, slip 1 wyif, knit 1. Repeat Rows 1-2. Bind Off in a Knit 3, Purl 1 Rib. Binding Off Technique How to bind off: Knit 2, slip the first stitch over, knit 1, slip the first stitch over, * purl 1, slip the first stitch over, (knit 1, slip the first stitch over) 3 times, repeat from * to e...
Susan
Mar 20, 2020 12:44 AM
What do you think of men-knitters?
Hello to everyone! I want to wish you a nice mood and a perfect day! Men Knitters What do you think of men knitters? Do you know any of such unique individuals?
Susan
Mar 20, 2020 12:43 AM
Sailorknot Bracelet
You'll Need To create your stylish paracord bracelet, gather the following materials: 4 feet of paracord Metal fold-over findings Jump ring Metal clasp Flat nose pliers Instructions Follow these simple steps to create your paracord bracelet: Cut 4 strands of paracord each measuring 12 inches. Create a fish shape out of one of the strands, ensuring that the top end of the tail overlaps the bottom of the tail. Take the second piece of paracord and weav...
Susan
Mar 19, 2020 02:34 AM