hand knitting yarns Note: This Crochet terminology is English, not American. 1. Holding yarn and hook Holding hook between first finger and thumb of right hand and letting second finger rest near point of hook, make a loop by wrapping the yarn round first and second fingers of left hand. Place the hook under the front loop and draw the back loop through. 2. Holding work, as it is formed, between first finger and thumb of left hand, pass yarn from ball over first and second fingers, under third and round little finger. Chain stitch (ch) Commencement of all crochet work: Holding yarn and hook as described above and making a slip loop to begin with, * pass hook from left to right under yarn (held in left hand), draw this thread through loop already on hook and rep from * for length required. Slip stitch (sl st) Is chiefly used for joinings or in fancy patterns, and is the shortest in height of all crochet sts: Make required length of chain. Rep 2nd row for length required. To work in rounds To fasten off Crab Stitch 4.
simple mary jane style booties! update 12/13/08: hello to everyone stumbling upon this page or linking over from somewhere else! this is the original post for this slippers pattern, but i’ve since redesigned the pattern and made a free pdf download! see the blog post with the full updated pattern here, download the pdf directly here, or check out my patterns page with all of my patterns (including several free ones!). yay free pattern! these are super quick and easy to make, a one night in front of the tv kind of project. basic mary jane style slippers, knit flat in garter stitch up to the toe, then knit around on double points. great gift knits, since the sizing is very flexible, nice and stretchy. i made a pair for my mom back when i first designed them (with monkey buttons!) pattern notes: everything is the same on the left and right booties except for the strap, so when you get to that part just follow the pattern for whichever side you’re knitting. pattern:
Angel Afghan Size 52" x 66" Materials Crochet Hook: I (or size to obtain gauge)Red Heart® Super Saver (50 oz.) - AranTapestry Needle Free Video Support Part 1 (right-handed) Part 2 (right-handed) Part 1 (left-handed) Part 2 (left-handed) Gauge Each square measures approximately 8.5 inches Special Stitches Small Popcorn: Work 2 dc in same stitch, remove hook from last dc and insert it in the top of the first dc, draw through lp made by last dc. Square (make 48): Rnd 1: Ch 5, join with sl st to first ch to form a ring, ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc in ring, ch 1, 3 dc in ring, ch 1, 4 dc in ring, ch 1, 3 dc in ring, ch 1, sl st to third ch of beg ch-3. Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in each of next 3 dc, ch 3, 2 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 3, sk ch-1 sp, [Small Popcorn (see Special Stitches above) in next dc, ch 1] 3 times, Small Popcorn in next dc, ch 3, sk ch-1 sp, 2 dc in each of next 3 dc, sk ch 1 sp, ch 3, sl st to first sc. Rnd 5: Ch 3.
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15 Tips for Low Light Landscape Photography A Post By: Natalie Denton (nee Johnson) Capturing scenes in low light remains one of the most challenging aspects of photography, yet the results when executed well can be truly captivating. Whether it’s an energetic cityscape or ethereal seascape the possibilities are endless. It’s a good idea to formulate a plan of attack before the twilight hour so scout out a position while there is another available light and grab a few set up shots to make sure your scene works and will be free from distracting objects. Image by V31S70 So start by setting your camera upon a solid tripod and switching the unit to manual or shutter priority if you are wish. Image by kern.justin Another key piece of kit is a remote control shutter release like Nikon’s ML-L3 wireless control which works with Nikon’s enthusiast range of cameras; D40, D40x, D60, D80 and D90. Image by Paco CT Incorporate a foreground element to add interest, scale and to help contextualise the piece. Read more from our category
Plastic bag Yarn - gooseflesh Since I posted my crochet Sea Creatures on Flickr in November, 2006, many people have asked me how I make the plastic bag yarn. So here is a How to lesson. There are many different techniques, but I found this one worked best for me. ** I have added an alternative technique tutorial at the end. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. This technique has been around for decades. Mmmmmm....... Method 2: e-Patterns, Downloadable Patterns Free Pattern Squares | Knitting & Crochet | Red Heart Yarn Printer-friendly version Send by email PDF version More free afghan patterns:Crochet Afghan Patterns, Knit Afghan Patterns, Baby Blanket Patterns, Afghan Patterns Browse through this list of free pattern squares. These pattern squares are published by Bernhard Ulmann, a Plaid Company. Crochet Pattern Squares The following 48 pattern squares have been reproduced from the book Crochet Primer, 48 Easy-To-Do Crochet Patterns, Volume 64. Knitting Pattern Squares The following 100 pattern squares have been reproduced from the book Knitting Primer, 100 Easy-to-Knit Stitches, Volume 34. We hope you find this selection of free pattern squares helpful. Patterns © by Bernhard Ulmann, a Plaid Company.
Cro-tat Tatting with a Crochet Hook Please compare the photo of a crochet designed for tatting with a regular crochet hook. The tatting crochet hool has a straight non-tapered shank similar to a tatting needle while a regular crochet hook has a tapered shank and often a wide spot for ease of handling in the center. Tatting with a Crochet Hook Instructions from 1869 Godey's Lady Book Vol. 78, page 271. This page of patterns was rescued from obscurity by Rebecca Hollenbaugh, former editor of Old Time Crochet And these instructions were typed and the scans of the diagrams made usable by Tammy Rodgers. "Tat over the crochet hook, instead of over the thread with a shuttle. The double knots are worked over the hook in the same manner as with a shuttle over the thread, and the latter is drawn through by the hook. the thread goes in it with it double through the knots, and according to Fig. 5, forms a loop before the beginning of the knots, through which, as also shown in Fig. 5, 2d . Any questions?