Posted by admin on November 16, 2009
Illustration 1- PLAIN FOUNDATION CHAIN –The plain foundation chain consists of chain stitches. Form a loop with the cotton or other material with which you work, take it on the needle, and hold the cotton as for knitting on the forefinger and other fingers of the left hand. The crochet-needle is held in the right [...]
Posted by admin on September 9, 2009
When looking at patterns it is important to note that there are some differences between American/ Canadian crochet terms and those used in the UK/ Europe/ Australia/New Zealand, and knowing which country a pattern originated in is therefore important. The way that crochet is practiced is the same in all these countries, and generally English [...]
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When learning how to crochet, you will see that patterns use a lot of abbreviations. These are crochet terms that are shortened to make patterns shorter and easier to read. If you are learning how to crochet you needs understand the basic crochet terms in order to read the patterns accurately. There are a number [...]
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Crochet is something that can be enjoyed by every one of all ages. Especially with the new desire for unique fashion and expression these days, many people are now turning to crochet. So how does one go about learning how to crochet? It is not as hard of a skill to learn as you might [...]
Posted by admin on August 27, 2009
Another in this very useful series of instructional videos