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Triple Tweed Knit Stitch
Knitted in a multiple of 3 sts + 1 with colour A. Preparation row: Colour A, knit. Row 1 - right side: Colour B, k3, * sl 1 wyib, k2; repeat from * to last st, k1. Row 2: Colour B, k3, * sl 1 wyif, k2; repeat from * to last st, k1. Row 3: Colour C, k2, * sl 1 wyib, k2; repeat from * to last 2 sts, sl 1 wyib, k1. Row 4: Colour C, K1, * sl 1 wyif, k2; repeat from * to end. Row 5: Colour A, k1, * sl 1 wyib, k2; repeat from * to end. Row 6: Colour A, k2, * sl 1 wyif, k2; repeat from * to last 2...
Susan
Apr 01, 2020 02:42 AM
What helps you to cope with apathy?
Hello, my dear friends! I want to wish you nice day and perfect mood! What do you do when you have no desire to do anything? What helps you to cope with it? Does knitting or making crafts help you?
Susan
Apr 01, 2020 02:41 AM
Simple Crochet Pattern
This pattern is very simple - it is made with single crochets. It keeps its shape very good due to its density. Start with making a chain of chain sts, as any other crochet pattern. Crochet the 1st single crochet into 2nd st from edge (chain half-stitch). 1st row: 1 chain half-stitch, * 1 single crochet through 1 part of loop*; repeat from * to * to end of row. 2nd row: 1 chain half-stitch, * 1 single crochet through both parts of loop; repeat from * to * to end of row. Repeat 1st and 2nd rows to t...
Susan
Mar 31, 2020 02:43 AM
Fisherman's Rib Knit Stitch
I know, that there can be different names for this stitch, but I like this one. If you know any other names, you can leave your version in the comments below this post. Note: Given the elasticity of brioche, you should cast on and bind off very loosely. Knit version. Cast on an even number of sts. Set-up row: Knit all sts. Pattern row: * K1, k1b; repeat from * to end. Repeat pattern row until you have reached your desired length. Purl version Cast on an even number of sts. Set-up ro...
Susan
Mar 31, 2020 02:42 AM
Hand-Made Jewelry Earrings
You'll need: 6 Swarovksi crystal beads 6mm 8 Swarovksi crystal beads 4mm 2 gold ear wires 18” length of .015” diameter 7 beading wire 28 gold crimp beads Chain-nose pliers Desginer flush cutters Instructions To make the teardrop part of the earring: cut one 4” length of beading wire. Pass the end through a crimp bead, make a small loop and pass it back through the crimp bead. Crimp it. Pass the wire through the following beads: crimp, 4mm, crimp, 6mm, crimp, 6mm, crimp, 6mm, crimp...
Susan
Mar 31, 2020 02:40 AM
Basket Weave Crochet Stitch
This pattern remains weaving of threads in cloth, that's why it is called so. It is made with the help of relief (arched) crochets. Vertically the pattern = 6 sts, horizontally = 4 rows. Make a chain of chain sts, the quantity of sts is multipled 6 sts + 2 for the symmetry + 3 sts for making edges (half chain stitch). 1st row: crochet the 1st signle crochet into 4th st from the edge, then 1 single crochet in every next st to end of row. 2nd row: 3 half chain sts, 2 relief single crochets in front of ...
Susan
Mar 31, 2020 02:39 AM
Zigzag Wraps Knit Stitch
Knitted in a multiple of 6 + 4 sts and 16-row repeat. Row 1 and all wrong side rows: Purl all sts. Row 2 - right side: K4, * yo, k2, pass yarn-over loop over the 2 knit sts and drop it, k4; repeat from * to end. Row 4: K5, * yo, k2, pass yarn-over loop over the 2 knit sts and drop it, k4; repeat from * to last 3 sts, k3. Row 6: K6, * yo, k2, pass yarn-over loop over the 2 knit sts and drop it, k4; repeat from * to last 2 sts, k2. Row 8: K5, * yo, k2, pass yarn-over loop over the 2 knit sts and drop it...
Susan
Mar 31, 2020 02:38 AM
Faux Sea Glass Earrings
These earrings will perfectly match Faux Sea Glass Necklace from the previous post. You'll need: Clear or frosted shrink plastic Acrylic paint – any color Heat tool Scissors Round and chain nose pliers 20 gauge wire Tweezers Wire cutters 1/8″ hole punch Assorted beads Instructions Cut organic shapes about twice the size you want. Punch a hole in what will be the top of the piece. Paint one side with acrylic paint and quickly wipe it off. The color will get darker as it shr...
Susan
Mar 31, 2020 02:25 AM
Faux Sea Glass Necklace
You'll need: Resin Obsession Super Clear Resin 738 Cabochon Mold Castin’ Craft mold release and conditioner Reusable measuring cup Stir Stix Disposable Spoon (optional) White glitter Castin’ Craft transparent green dye Rolling pin Non-stick mat Instructions Spray the mold 738 with the Castin’ Craft mold release and conditioner and leave to dry for a couple of hours. Measure your resin into a mixing cup according to the directions (specific amount of resin plus a specific amoun...
Susan
Mar 31, 2020 02:19 AM
School Crafts Memories
Good day to you! I want to wish you a nice day and good mood! Let's revise our school memories. I think, that most part had Crafts at school, what do you remember best of all? Maybe some funny stories? Let's share the positive!
Susan
Mar 31, 2020 02:17 AM
Sea Foam Knit Stitch
In order to make this pattern, cast on the quantity of sts multipled 6 + 1 st for the ornament symmetry + 2 selvedge sts. Knit the pattern in the following way: Row 1, 2, 5, 6: knit all sts. Row 3 and 7: treble knit sts. Row 4: * 1 purl, 5 sts from 5 sts*; repeat from * to *, finish with 1 purl. Row 8: knit 3 sts of 3 sts, * 1 purl, 5 sts from 5 sts*; repeat from * to *, finish with 1 purl. For making treble knit st you should insert right-hand needle in the st, as if to make knit st, after that...
Susan
Mar 30, 2020 02:27 AM
Dreamcathcer Pendant
You'll need: Big metal ring; Small metal rings; Double metal rings - 3 pcs; Needle-nose pliers - 2 pcs; Waxen cord; Rubber cord; Pandora beads - 2 pcs; Bale; Carbine; Clips for cord - 2 pcs; Metal wings pendant - 3 pcs. Instructions Wrap the base with waxen cord in spiral order, bind the ends of the corf together with double knot. With needle-nose pliers, expand the number of connecting rings you need, so it will be easier to work in the future. Put open rings and tightly...
Susan
Mar 30, 2020 02:26 AM
Modified Crochet Silt Stitch
You'll need: Some yarn; Crochet hook. Instructions Row 1: Make a chain of a multiple of 3. Then make double crochet in the 4th chain st from your hook and in each chain st across. Make 1 chain st, turn Row 2: Make 2 double crochets in the same single crochet as the chain st 1. Skip 2 sts. * (single crochet, 2 double crochets) in the next st, skip 2 sts. Repeat from * across. Place 1 single crochet in top of 3 chain sts. Make 3 chain sts, turn Row 3: Working in the back loop only double cr...
Susan
Mar 30, 2020 02:22 AM
Bead Stitch On "U" Instrument
You'll need: "U" tool; Some yarn; Crochet hook. Instructions Start making with 1 stitch technique (you can read the instructions here: www.craftorator.com/1382-one-stitch-pattern-on-u-piece-of-wire.html ) 5-6 sts. Then, knit 1 st. Next, make 5 sts with 1 yarn over on the same thread. Scheme: yarn over under the yarn, catch working yarn, yarn over under the yarn, catch working yarn, make 5 such sts. You should get puff sts. Catch working yarn, crochet these sts in 1 st. Then fix it. ...
Susan
Mar 30, 2020 02:20 AM
Crossed Loops Knit Stitch
Knitted in a multiple of 12 sts + 8 and a 16-row repeat. Row 1 - wrong side: K3, sl 2, k2, * sl 1, k4, sl 1, k2, sl 2, k2; repeat from* to last st, k1. Row 2 - right side: P3, FC, p2, * k1, p4, k1, p2, FC, p2; repeat from * to last st, p1. Row 3: K3, sl 2, k2, * sl 1, k4, sl 1, k2, sl 2, k2; repeat from * to last st, k1. Row 4: P2, BC, FC, p1, * k1, p4, k1, p1, BC, FC, p1; repeat from * to last st, p1. Row 5: K2, sl 1, k2, sl 1, k1, * sl 1, k4, sl 1, k1, sl 1, k2, sl 1, k1; repeat from * to last ...
Susan
Mar 30, 2020 02:17 AM