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http://www.crochetdoilies.com/crochet_history.html |
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"A Living Mystery, the International Art & History of Crochet," Annie Louise Potter,
A.J. Publishing International, 1990; and
"Crochet History & Technique,"
Lis Paludan, Interweave Press, 1995.
September 1997, issue of The Chain Link Newsletter
Crochet Guild Of America www.crochet.com |
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http://www.netxn.com/%7Erossart/Crochet_History.html |
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http://www.beadwrangler.com/samplers/crochet1/crochet_history.htm |
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Bead & Fiber Junction |
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http://www.anniesattic.com/crochet/content.html?type_id=S |
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http://www.crochetmemories.com/crochet2.php |
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http://www.baycrochet.com/tech.htm |
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http://www.purplekittyyarns.com/patterns/crochet.html |
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( Crochet Basics )
The loop on the hook is never counted as part of the number of chains required in the pattern.
Always insert hook into stitch from front to back, unless otherwise indicated.
Always insert hook under top two loops on chain or stitch, unless stated to crochet in front or back loop only.
There should be just one loop left on the hook at completion of a stitch. |
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( Turning Chains )
At beginning of rows, a certain number of chains are required to bring work up to the level of the stitch that is to be made. The number of chains depends on the height of the stitch and usually replaces the first stitch of each new row. When instructions include a chaining turn at the end of a round or beginning of a new round, turn work right to left to avoid twisting the chain unless you're left handed, then you'd turn work from left to right. Below is a guide for the number of chains required to equal the stitch height |
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examples of height change:
Single crochet: ch 1 to turn, insert hook in 1st st of new row.
Half double crochet: ch 2 to turn, insert hook in 2nd st of new row.
Double crochet: ch 3 to turn, insert hook in 2nd st of new row.
Triple crochet: ch 4 to turn, insert hook in 2nd st of new row. |
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( Turning Chain Variations )
Usually apply to all basic rules and will depend on what you prefer in your work.
Single crochet: when working single crochet rnds, you'll find the beginning of each new rnd will continue adjusting to the right (left for left-handers). To create a more straight seam, join with a sl st, then pull up a lp, approx. 1/4" high and single crochet in joining.
Half double crochet: ch 1, then hdc in first st.
Double crochet: when working in rows, sometimes a ch 2 is desirable for a more "tight" appearance. |
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| When working a color change, leave the last two loops on hook of the preceding color for any stitch, take new thread and loop it over the hook, leaving an end which will be long enough to weave in on the wrong side. Draw new thread through remaining two loops to complete the last stitch. Pull old thread gently to the side of the work to tighten the join before weaving in. Continue with pattern instructions. |
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Knife Hold
This method involves holding your hook as if you were going to butter a piece of bread. |
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Pencil Hold
This method involves holding your hook as you would hold a pencil to write a letter. |
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| There is no right or wrong way to hold your hook as long as you're comfortable. Studies have confirmed the knife hold helps alleviate carpel tunnel syndrome. |
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beg -- begin/begins/beginning
bpdc -- back post double crochet
bpsc -- back post single crochet
bptr -- back post treble crochet
CC -- contrasting color
ch(s) -- chain(s)
ch-- - refers to chain or space previously made (i.e. ch-1 space)
ch sp(s) -- chain space(s)
cl(s) -- cluster(s)
cm -- centimeter(s)
dc -- double crochet (singular/plural)
dc dec -- double crochet 2 or more stitches together, as indicated
dec -- decrease/decreases/decreasing
dtr -- double treble crochet
ext -- extended
fpdc -- front post double crochet
fpsc -- front post single crochet
fptr -- front post treble crochet
g -- gram(s)
hdc -- half double crochet
hdc dec -- half double crochet 2 or more stitches together, as indicated
inc -- increase/increases/increasing |
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lp(s) -- loop(s)
MC -- main color
mm -- millimeter(s)
oz -- ounce(s)
pc -- popcorn(s)
rem -- remain/remains/remaining
rep(s) -- repeat(s)
rnd(s) -- round(s)
RS -- right side
sc -- single crochet (singular/plural)
sc dec -- single crochet 2 or more stitches together, as indicated
sk -- skip/skipped/skipping
sl st(s) -- slip stitch(es)
sp(s) -- space(s)/spaced
st(s) -- stitch(es)
tog -- together
tr -- treble crochet
trtr -- triple treble
WS -- wrong side
yd(s) -- yard(s)
yo -- yarn over |
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abbreviations |
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| To add a new skein join new yarn at the end of a row whenever possible. To do this, work the last stitch with the old yarn until two loops remain on the hook, then with the new yarn complete the stitch. |
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getting started:
adding a new skein |
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| To join new yarn in the middle of a row, when about 12 inches of the old yarn remains, work several more stitches with the old yarn, working the stitches over the end of new yarn (shown in double crochet). Then change yarns in stitch as previously explained.Continuing with the new yarn, work the following stitches over the old yarn end. |
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getting started:
adding a new skein |
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| Step 1: Hold the base of the slip knot with the thumb and index finger of your left hand, and thread yarn from the skein over the middle finger and under the remaining fingers of the left hand.Your middle finger will stick up a bit to help the yarn feed smoothly from the skein; the other fingers help maintain even tension on the yarn as you work. |
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getting started:
chain stitch |
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| Step 2: Bring the yarn over the hook from back to front and hook it. Draw hooked yarn through the loop of the slip knot on the hook and up onto the working area of the hook; you have now made one chain stitch. |
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getting started:
chain stitch |
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| Step 3: Again bring the yarn over the hook from back to front, Hook it and draw through loop on the hook. Repeat Step 3 for each additional chain stitch, being careful to move the left thumb and index finger up the chain close to the hook after each new stitch or two. |
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getting started:
chain stitch |
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Always!
Practice making chains until you are comfortable with your grip of the hook and the flow of the yarn. In the beginning your work will be uneven, with some chain stitches loose and others tight. While you’re learning, try to keep the chain stitches loose. As your skill increases, the chain should be firm, but not tight, with all chain stitches even in size. |
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getting started:
chain stitch |
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| After the last stitch of the last row, cut the yarn, leaving a 6-inch end. Draw the hook straight up and draw the yarn cut end completely through the stitch. |
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getting started:
fastening off |
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| Gauge means the number of stitches per inch and rows per inch that result from a specified yarn worked with a specified-size hook. Since everyone crochets differently—some loosely, some tightly, some in-between—the measurements of individual work can vary greatly when using the same-size hook and yarn. It is your responsibility to make sure you achieve the gauge specified in the pattern. |
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getting started:
Gauge |
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| Hook sizes given in instructions are merely guides and should never be used without making a 4-inch-square sample swatch to check gauge. Make the sample gauge swatch using the size hook, and the yarn and stitch specified in the pattern. If you have more stitches per inch than specified, try again using a larger-size hook. If you have fewer stitches per inch than specified, try again using a smaller-size hook. Do not hesitate to change to a larger- or smaller-size hook, if necessary, to achieve gauge. |
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getting started:
Gauge |
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| If you have the correct number of stitches per inch, but cannot achieve the row gauge, adjust the height of your stitches. This means that after inserting the hook to begin a new stitch, draw up a little more yarn if your stitches are not tall enough—this makes the first loop slightly higher; or draw up less yarn if your stitches are too tall. Practice will help you achieve the correct height. |
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getting started:
Gauge |
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| Crochet usually begins with a series of chain stitches called a beginning or foundation chain. Begin by making a slip knot on the hook about 6 inches from the free end of the yarn. Loop the yarn as shown in the figure below. |
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getting started:
slip knot |
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| Insert the hook through center of loop and hook the free end. Pull this through and up onto the working area of the hook. Pull the free yarn end to tighten the loop. It should be firm, but loose enough to slide back and forth easily on the hook. Be sure you still have about a 6-inch yarn end. |
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getting started:
slip knot |
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Once you have worked the beginning chain, you are ready to begin the stitches required to make any project. These stitches are worked into the foundation chain.
Hint: When counting your chain stitches at the start of a pattern—which you must do very carefully before continuing—note that the loop on the hook is never counted as a stitch, and the starting slip knot is never counted as a stitch.
The front of the chain looks like a series of interlocking V’s. |
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getting started:
Working into the chain |
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| The birth date of crochet has been a controversial issue for years with the question, "When did crochet history begin? According to me, I define true "crochet" as working series of stitches using a hook to create a doily, motif, or garnment. Many try to attribute the use of a hook to make a single stitch as being "crochet". I disagree. No one is quite sure when and where crochet got its start, probably sometime before 1880. |
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Crochet History - Its Origins |
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| Research suggests that crochet probably developed most directly from Chinese needlework, a very ancient form of embroidery known in Turkey, India, Persia and North Africa, which reached Europe in the 1700s and was referred to as "tambouring," from the French "tambour" or drum. |
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Tambour gives birth to crochet |
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| In this technique, a background fabric is stretched taut on a frame. The working thread is held underneath the fabric. A needle with a hook is inserted downward and a loop of the working thread drawn up through the fabric. With the loop still on the hook, the hook is then inserted a little farther along and another loop of the working thread is drawn up and worked through the first loop to form a chain stitch. The tambour hooks were as thin as sewing needles, so the work must have been accomplished with very fine thread. |
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Tambour gives birth to crochet |
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| At the end of the 18th century, tambour evolved into what the French called "crochet in the air," when the background fabric was discarded and the stitch worked on its own. |
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Tambour gives birth to crochet |
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| Crochet began turning up in Europe in the early 1800s and was given a tremendous boost by Mlle. Riego de la Branchardiere, who was best known for her ability to take old-style needle and bobbin lace designs and turn them into crochet patterns that could easily be duplicated. She published many pattern books so that millions of women could begin to copy her designs. Mlle. Riego also claimed to have invented "lace-like" crochet, today called Irish crochet. Lavish crochet emerged along with other elaborate needlework of the 1800’s. Proceeds from crochet items saved the Irish from starvation in the late 1800’s. |
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Crochet in the 19th century |
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| At one time crochet was considered for the wealthy only, for lavish decor in the home and dress. The poor folk were expected to stick with knitting basic needs such as socks and clothing and not dally around with experimental crochet. Angry words were published in magazines from the wealthy stating the lower class should stick to making necessities rather than fancy items that was not their place to wear or display. |
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Crochet: a Craft for the Rich |
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| The poor to middle class lashed back as to their rights to use crochet as they pleased. Can you imagine today, someone telling us we should not use a particular craft because of our financial background? Much of this idea stemmed from fear the servants would be spending time crocheting when they should be working at the employer’s home. Because crochet samples can not be found among the many needlework methods taught in schools of the past, it is surmised crochet was left out because of the danger of experimentation and foolery. |
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Crochet: a Craft for the Rich |
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| In the 1800’s, bead crocheted bags, clothing and decor were a hit. Bead crochet bag popularity continued through the 1950’s. Fashion trends included bead and thread crochet through the 1970’s but not like the heydays of the 1800’s. The 1980’s through the 1990’s began a renaissance for bead and thread crochet. |
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Bead Crochet Debuts |
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| Today we are entering new millennium with bead crochet becoming ever more popular and combined with many other bead and fiber techniques; using old techniques to create new art. |
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Bead Crochet Debuts |
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| Knitting with beads was already in fashion when bead crocheted began to appear on the market in the 1830’s. Bead Knitted bag patterns for scenics and other elaborate patterns required planning exact bead stringing. Bead crochet bags could be made without extensive planning and included more freeform techniques. Bead knitted and crocheted items continued in popularity through the early 1900’s. The Roaring ‘20’s brought in a new flood of bead crocheted bags with piles of bead loops hanging all over to go along with flapper attire. Then in the 1980’s bead crochet along with bead knitting had a resurgence along with fiber knitting and crochet. In the early 1990’s bead knitted bags gained popularity which in turn brought excitement to bead crocheted bags. |
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Bead Crochet Debuts |
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| Today vintage thread crochet samplers of the 1800’s are available for study in various museums. Piecework Magazine continues to be an excellent resource for needlework sampler history including bead and thread crochet. |
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Bead Crochet Debuts |
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| When you are having trouble understanding crochet directions, you can diagram the row with symbols (see our tutorial on symbol crochet) . If the symbolic representation then makes sense, write the symbols right onto the margin of the pattern page so if you work on the pattern again, the symbolic instructions will be handy. |
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CROCHET TIPS -
crochet |
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| When adding yarn of the same color, first take a tapestry needle and thread it with the new yarn. Insert needle 3 inches up splitting the old yarn and weave the needle through the old yarn for about 1 1/2 inches. Remove the needle and thread the yarn that is attached to the project. Weave this end into the new yarn. Pull both pieces of yarn to tighten. Then rub the yarn between your hands to make it smoother(you may have to wet the yarn at this point to make it smooth) Snip off the loose ends and use as normal. You will have a few stitches that are slightly thicker than the others, but in most finished products this is almost not noticeable. Submitted by Joanna Pickelsimer. |
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CROCHET TIPS -
Attaching
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| When making tassels for crocheted afghans or pom poms for hats, soak the yarn (you're going to secure the tassel or pompon with) in water. When you wrap this wet yarn to secure your tassel, it will hold in place when tying the knot. This also makes a very secure grip around your tassel when the yarn dries. |
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CROCHET TIPS -
Yarn Tassel |
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| Crochet is a traditional method of creating intricate crochet pattern designs and craft products using a simple hook and needle. Crochet is easy to learn and is a relaxing and enjoyable hobby. It's a favorite technique for many needleworkers, because its yarn stitches allow you to create beautiful home decor accessories from tablecloths and bedspreads to doilies and delicate edgings to warm and snuggly afghans. This versatile technique also produces fashion items such as vests, sweaters, mittens and hats, scarves as well as a myriad of adorable items just for babies. |
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Crochet Information:
intro |
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| While European crochet instructions are generally diagrammed, U.S. crochet patterns are written out, telling you which stitches to complete and in what order. Patterns will have an crochet abbreviation key that lets you know what each symbol means (for example, ch = chain stitch, sl st = slip stitch). |
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Crochet Information:
intro |
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| People first crocheted with wool yarn or fine cotton, silk, or linen thread. However, almost any fiber may be crocheted. Today people crochet items made of light and heavy cotton, acrylic and wool yarns, and plain and metallic threads. Crocheted material may have a smooth, shiny, fleecy, or nubby texture. Different colors and threads may be combined for interesting surfaces. People may also work in beads, sequins and baubles. |
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crochet information:
Crochet Thread |
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| Today, crochet hooks are made in a variety of sizes and materials. Crochet hook sizes can range from quite delicate for use with lace work, to fat and large which are great tools for beginning crocheters. Hook sizes can also vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, so it’s a good idea to review a crochet hook size chart when starting a new project with a new hook. |
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Crochet Information:
Crochet Hooks |
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| Vintage Victorian hooks were handmade, usually with materials such as real ivory, brass, various woods, and other bone material. Most vintage hooks were ornately carved and that the more ornately carved crocheting hooks had a higher likelihood of being a wedding gift. |
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Crochet Information:
Crochet Hooks |
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| The word crochet means hook in French. An early form of crochet was used in France and other Western European countries in the late 1700's. Crocheting as we know it today did not become popular until the 1840's. |
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Crochet Information:
Did You Know? |
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| It is believed that the earliest crocheted projects were made by finger crocheting using fingers instead of the traditional crochet hook that we use today. |
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Crochet Information:
Did You Know? |
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| An early form of crochet was used in France and other Western European countries in the late 1700's. woman knitting with child However, crocheting as we know it today did not become widely popular until the 1840's. At that time, books and women's magazines contained printed patterns for crocheted doilies, tablecloths, pillow covers, and edgings. Since the 1960's, people have explored the crochet technique and applied it to wall-hangings, window treatments, sculptures, and wearable art. |
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Crochet Information:
Crochet Trivia |
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| According to a study done by Research Inc. for Craft Yarn Council of America, 34 million women in 1994 crocheted or knitted. In 2002, some 38 million women do |
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Crochet Information:
Crochet Trivia |
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| Although primarily thought of as a "woman's hobby," men are starting to crochet for its relaxing qualities and satisfying results. (Some men reportedly like to crochet because the stitches have a mathematical quality which leads them to artistic creations.) |
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Crochet Information:
Crochet Trivia |
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| Young children are taught the art of crocheting to increase their fine motor skills, aid in counting and instruction following, to bolster self-confidence, to introduce "quiet time," to learn a family tradition, and more. |
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Crochet Information:
Crochet Trivia |
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| If starting the work with an afghan stitch: Chain number indicated in pattern, insert hook in 2nd ch from hook, yo, draw up 1/4" lp, (insert hook in next ch, yo, draw up 1/4" lp) across, leaving all lps on hook, do not turn; to work lps off hook, (yo, draw through 2 lps on hook) across, leaving one lp on hook at end of row. |
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Basic Stitches:
Afghan stitch |
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| If afghan stitch is being worked in Row 2 or later: Skip first vertical bar; for afghan stitch, insert hook under next vertical bar (c), yo, draw up 1/4" lp; afghan st in each vertical bar across to last vertical bar; for last st, insert hook under last bar and st directly behind it (d), yo, draw up 1/4" lp; work lps off hook (e & f). |
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Basic Stitches:
Afghan stitch |
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Special instruction notes for afghan stitch:
For increase, draw up 1/4" lp under first vertical bar. For decrease, insert hook under next 2 vertical bars, yo, draw through both bars. |
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Basic Stitches:
Afghan stitch |
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| Ch 3, insert hook in next st (A), yo, pull through stitch, yo, pull through 2 lps on hook (B), continue with pattern. When working row immediately following berry st row, work as indicated across to ch-3, sk ch-3, work as indicated in next st, push ch-3 to RS of work (C). |
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Basic Stitches:
Berry stitch |
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| Charted Picture Afghans are worked differently from traditional afghans. Each row will be worked separately, and you will leave a 12-inch length before beginning each row and before fastening off at the end of each row. |
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Basic Stitches:
Charted Picture Afghans |
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| When working Charted Picture Afghans, you will not turn your work. All rows are worked with right side facing. |
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Basic Stitches:
Charted Picture Afghans |
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| The cluster stitch can be created with a varying number of stitches in the cluster. Follow the instructions for the number of stitches used in your pattern. For this version yo, insert hook in st, yo, pull through st, yo, pull through 2 lps on hook, (yo, insert hook in same st, yo, pull through st, yo, pull through 2 lps on hook) 3 times, yo, pull through all 5 lps on hook, ch 1. |
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Basic Stitches:
Cluster stitch |
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Who Created the Roll Stitch?
There is evidence that crochet was first done centuries ago. During those early times, the Roll Stitch was called the Bullion Stitch because it was worked with gold thread to embellish ecclesiastical linens. It is thought that it originated at a convent, since the nuns were known for producing the finest of all needlework. Creations using this stitch were also known as Relief Crochet because of the interesting raised areas and looped patterns that were possible. |
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Basic Stitches:
Crochet on a roll |
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About the Crochet on a Roll Hook
When forming Roll Stitches, a number of wraps (or yarn overs) are placed around the hook, and the hook is pulled through those wraps. The ideal hook needs to be tapered at the point and not have a wide grip area that may get in the way of the wraps. The tapered point is easier to pull through the wraps without catching on the yarn. |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Crochet on a roll |
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| Double crochet is a taller stitch than single crochet. To practice, first chain 14 stitches loosely. Then work the first row of double crochet as follows: |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Double crochet |
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| Step 1: Bring yarn once over the hook from back to front (as though you were going to make another chain stitch); skip the first three chains from the hook, then insert hook in the fourth chain. |
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Basic Stitches:
Double crochet
Working Row 1 |
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| Remember not to count the loop on the hook as a chain. Be sure to go through the center of the V of the chain and under the bump at the back, and do not twist the chain. |
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Basic Stitches:
Double crochet
Working Row 1 |
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| Step 3: Hook yarn and draw through the first 2 loops on the hook. You now have 2 loops on the hook. |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Double crochet
Working Row 1 |
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| Step 4: Hook yarn and draw through both loops on the hook. You have now completed one double crochet and one loop remains on the hook. |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Double crochet
Working Row 1 |
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| When you’ve worked a double crochet in the last chain, pull out your hook and look at your work. Then count your double crochet stitches: There should be 12 of them, counting the first three chain stitches you skipped at the beginning of the row as a double crochet. |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Double crochet
Working Row 1 |
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| To work row 2, you need to bring the thread up to the correct height for the next row. To raise the yarn, chain three (this is called the turning chain). |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Double crochet
Working Row 2 |
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| The three chains in the turning chain just made count as the first double crochet of the new row, so skip the first double crochet and work a double crochet in the second stitch. Be sure to insert hook under top two loops of stitch: Figures below indicate the correct and incorrect placement of this stitch. |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Double crochet
Working Row 2 |
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| Work a double crochet in each remaining stitch across the previous row; at the end of each row, be sure to work the last double crochet in the top of the turning chain from the previous row. Be sure to insert hook in the center of the V (and back bump) of the top chain of the turning chain. Stop and count your double crochets; there should be 12 stitches. Now, turn. |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Double crochet
Working Row 2 |
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Hint: In working double crochet on a beginning chain row, the three chains skipped before making the first double crochet are always counted as a double crochet stitch.
Turn the work counterclockwise before beginning row 2. |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Double crochet
Working Row 1 |
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| To stitch the double crochet color change, with first color, yo, insert hook in indicated st, yo, pull up lp, yo, pull through 2 lps on hook, drop first color, yo with new color, draw through last 2 lps of st. |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Double crochet color change |
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| Pull up lp to measure 1/2 inch, yo, pull through lp, sc in back strand of long lp, pull up lp to measure 1/2 inch, yo, pull through lp, sc in back strand of long lp. |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Double love knot |
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| Yo hook 3 times, insert hook in st (a), yo, draw lp through (b), [yo, draw through 2 lps on hook] 4 times (c, d, e, f). |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Double treble |
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| Insert hook in space indicated in the previous crochet row, yarn over and pull loop through, draw up loop to height of working row, yarn over and draw through 2 loops on hook. |
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Basic Stitches:
Drop Stitch |
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| Yo, insert hook in indicated st or row, pull up long lp on hook, (yo, pull through 2 lps on hook) 2 times. |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Long double crochet |
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| Pull up long lp on hook to measure 1/2", yo, pull through lp, sc in back strand of long lp. |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Love knot |
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Term
| Picots are created by chaining the number of stitches called for in the pattern and then working a slip stitch in the indicated stitch or space. To work a picot in this version, work as follows. |
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Definition
source 3
Basic Stitches:
Picot stitch |
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Term
| Picot: Ch 3, insert hook through front lp of base st and left vertical bar of base st, yo, pull through all lps on hook. |
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Definition
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Basic Stitches:
Picot stitch |
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Term
| The popcorn can be created with a varying number of stitches in the work. Follow the instructions for the number of stitches used in your pattern. To work popcorn stitch in this version, work as follows. |
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Definition
source 3
Basic Stitches:
Popcorn stitch |
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Term
| Popcorn (pc): *[Yo, insert hook in indicated st, yo, pull lp through, (yo, pull through 2 lps) twice], rep from * 5 times, drop lp from hook, insert hook from front to back through top of first st made, place dropped lp on hook and pull through st, ch 1. |
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Definition
source 3
Basic Stitches:
Popcorn stitch |
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Term
| Yo, insert hook in indicated st, yo, pull lp through st and make lp same height as previous sts in working row, (yo, insert hook in same st, yo, pull lp through st and make lp same height as working row) twice, yo, pull through all 7 lps on hook, ch 1. |
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Definition
source 3
Basic Stitches:
Puff stitch |
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Term
| Ch 1, working from left to right, sk first st, insert hook from front to back in next st to the right (A), yo, pull lp through st (B), yo, pull through 2 lps on hook (C). |
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Definition
source 3
Basic Stitches:
Reverse single crochet |
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Definition
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http://crochet.about.com/od/crochetstitches/u/Crochet_Stitch_Instructions.htm |
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