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Apache Tears afghan

Apache Tears afghan
Beautifully textured, captivating and fascinating! I’m referring to the strikingly mesmerizing Apache Tears crochet pattern. I’ve had quite a few enquiries in regards to this pattern, so today I thought I’d share my tips and technique with you. It’s not a complicated pattern so let’s get started! The following are the ‘basic’ rules when working this pattern: Each row is worked from the right side.Each row is worked from right to left.Ensure to leave a 6 inch tail of yarn when beginning and ending a row.To begin each row, form a slip knot on your hook and commence row.Work all dc in the back loop of stitches.Work all dtr in the front loop of stitch 3 rows below, whilst missing the dc behind on current row. The pattern may also be customized to your own preferences, producing a dense fabric! When it comes to customizing it all boils down to . . . the spacing . . . you can choose to customize your blanket by working 8 dc, 6 dc or 4 dc etc. Sample 1: Spacing of 8 dc With Red, ch 37. Fasten off. Related:  crochet 6

medium star Medium Pink Star Original Design By: Maggie Weldon Copyright 2012 Maggie Weldon Skill: Easy Size: About 3½” round. Materials: Worsted Weight Yarn Blue – 12 yds Crochet Hook: Size I-9 (5.50 mm) Pattern Star Rnd 1: (Right Side) Starting at center, ch 4, sl st in first ch to form ring; ch 1 (loosely) , 15 dc in ring; join with sl st to first dc. (15 dc) Rnd 2: * Ch 5, sl st in 2 nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch, skip next 2 dc (on Rnd 1) , sl st in next dc; rep from * around. (5 points) Finish off and weave in ends. All Rights Reserved ©2012 Maggie Weldon Enjoy, Maggie ★ 100 Free Crochet Patterns For Beginners Knitting and crochet are actually very different even though they are often confused with each other. Both techniques create a series of loops using yarn in order to make a flat fabric, but knitting uses knitting needles, and crocheting uses hooks. Finished knitted products have a different look and feel to finished crochet products; knitting is mostly used for anything that needs to drape well or be soft and cuddly, for instance sweaters, cuddly toys and socks, whilst crochet creates sturdier, more durable and often thicker items than knitting and is good for placemats, rugs and throws. However it does come down to personal preference because all of these items can be made with either crochet or knitting – it just depends what effect you want. Other differences between the methods are that more detailed patterns and colorwork can be achieved with knitting, and knitting can also be done by machine whereas it’s impossible to crochet by machine. Have fun!

irish filigree lace The artistic blend of modern style and ages-old technique in this stunning Annie Potter Original design makes it a true conversation piece. You're certain to take as much pride in stitching this lovely necklace as you do wearing it! Accented with delicate traditional Irish crochet motifs, it is stitched entirely of size 10 cotton. Design by Annie Potter Skill Level Intermediate Technique Irish crochet Finished Size Filigree design is 8 1/2 inches long. Gauge Dc = 3/8 inch tall; tr = 1/2 inch tall; 10 sts = 1 inch Materials DMC Cebelia size 10 crochet cotton (282 yds per ball): 150 yds blancSize 7/1.65mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gaugeTapestry needleTracing paperCraft glue Pattern Notes Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Join rounds with a slip stitch unless otherwise stated. Necklace Right Bottom Scroll Row 2: Ch 2, sc in next st, [ch 1, sk next st, sc in next st] 18 times, ch 1, sk next st, sl st in next st, turn. (19 sc, 1 sl st, 20 ch sps) Left Bottom Scroll Side Scroll Make 2.

My Favorite Sites for Free Crochet Patterns - This Is Crochet | This Is Crochet First for Women Magazine asked me what were my five favorite sites for free crochet patterns for their December 7, 2009 issue. Here are my favs: 1. Crochet Pattern Centralwww.crochetpatterncentral.com Crochet Pattern Central is an online directory of thousands of links to free crochet patterns of all levels. In addition to the patterns, CPC has links to tutorials and stitch instructions. 2. 3. 4. 5. The Crochetville messageboard community features a Free Original Patterns forum. Honorable mentions: Naturally Caron, Interweave Crochet, Stargazer’s Crochet, Yarn Lover’s Room, Free Vintage Crochet, Do you have any favorite sites for free crochet patterns? Follow my blog with Bloglovin About turquoizblue

Irish Crochet Lace: 10 Free Patterns Irish crochet lace dates back to the the 19th century famine in Ireland, where it was a way for women to make money. It used several weights of thread, and motifs were made separately, tacked to paper, and the spaces filled in with mesh. Specific patterns and designs were often closely guarded secrets, and the finished lace was highly valued! Today, Irish crochet lace has evolved and expanded a bit, but the mesh and the rose are still iconic facets of the art. Irish Filigree Necklace by Annie Potter, on Talking Crochet Newsletter: Made with size 10 cotton thread, it’s breathtaking! The Irish crochet lace industry died out as fashions changed and machine-made lace took over.

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