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Types of Yarn
My dear knitters and crochetters! Of course, there those, who are real professionals in knitting/crochetting, but there are also a lot of newbies. So, I decided to make some posts, which will allow our users to know more about knitting and crochetting. And the first one will be about types of yarn, which you can see in the pictures below.
Susan
Feb 05, 2020 01:19 AM
Knit Caterpillar Stitch
Steps to knit Caterpillar Stitch: Step 1: Abbreviations: k: knit, p: purl, rep: repeat, sts: stitches Step 2: Cast On in Multiples of 6 Step 3: Follow these instructions: Row 1: * K1, P5 * right side Repeat pattern between the * * asterisks Row 2: * K5, P1 * wrong side Row 3: * K1, P5 * Row 4: * K5, P1 * Row 5: * K1, P5 * Row 6: * K5, P1 * Row 7: * P3, K1, P2 * Row 8: * K2, P1, K3 * Row 9: * P3, K1, P2 * Row 10: * K2, P1, K3 * Row 11: * P3, K1, P2 * Ro...
Susan
Feb 05, 2020 01:06 AM
Knit Hurdle Stitch
Steps to knit Hurdle Stitch: Step 1: Abbreviations: k: knit, p: purl, rep: repeat, sts: stitches Step 2: Work over an even number of stitches. Step 3: Rows 1 and 2: Knit Step 4: Rows 3 and 4: (K1, P1) across Step 5: Repeat rows 1-4
Susan
Feb 05, 2020 12:55 AM
Wonderful Crochet Pullover-Poncho
Ladies, I found really elegant pattern of something between poncho and pullover, I'm sure, you'll love it.
Susan
Feb 05, 2020 12:54 AM
Knit Reverse Ridge Stitch
The Reverse Ridge Stitch pattern has the stretchy rib pattern horizontally rather than vertically. With a series of knits and purls, this is a reversible pattern that’s super stretchy, but unlike most rib stitches, this accordion stretch is horizontal. Steps to knit Reverse Ridge Stitch: Step 1: Abbreviations: k: knit, p: purl, rep: repeat, sts: stitches Step 2: ROW 1: KNIT ALL Step 3: ROW 2: PURL ALL Step 4: ROW 3: KNIT ALL Step 5: Repeat these 3 rows in pattern until your work is the length y...
Susan
Feb 05, 2020 12:48 AM
Let's get acquainted Part 2
Hello! As I see a lot of new users, I'd like to make one more acquinted post, in order not to find the old one. I'm Susan. I'm 42, I live in LA with my family. Besides knitting I love travelling, reading interesting books and spend time with my dearest. I'm very pleased to see all of you here and help you finding interesting patterns.
Susan
Feb 05, 2020 12:45 AM
booties for a baby
Any good patterns for baby booties knitted or crotchet?
Clare
Feb 04, 2020 07:29 AM
What do you prefer to knit?
Hello once again! Let's see what do you prefer knitting or crochetting? Simple scarves? Or maybe complicated pullovers? As for me, I love hats and blankets (not only simple patterned). And you?
Susan
Feb 04, 2020 04:02 AM
Stylish Knit Coat
Ladies, do you remember the photo of knit coat, which most of you like? ( https://www.craftorator.com/759-jackets-day.html ) I finally found a similar pattern! The model has a knee length. The coat is made of soft yarn, in a somewhat sloppy youth style. The turn-down collar smoothly passes into the slats on the front shelf, and almost imperceptible pockets create coziness and convenience. You'll need: 600 grs of grey yarn Alta Moda Seta Lana Grossa (60 m/50 grs). 400 grs of grey yarn Fumato (225 ...
Susan
Feb 04, 2020 12:57 AM
Knit Poncho For The Very Beginners
Here is the pattern of very simple poncho for the very beginners: Start knitting from the bottom edge. We need quite long circular knitting needles. We gain 378 st. It is better to start with the bright color of the yarn. We make a ring and then the work will go in a circle. In the middle of the back and front will correspond to 95 and 189 st. They should be noted in order to focus on them when performing a decrease. Thus, these loops will be the lowest part of the poncho, its corners. We begin to decreas...
Susan
Feb 04, 2020 12:45 AM
Knit Flag Stitch
Here is one more interesting stitch pattern, I think, that it can be used for sweaters or maybe scarves. What do you think? Steps to knit Flag Stitch: Step 1: Abbreviations: k: knit, p: purl, rep: repeat, sts: stitches Step 2: Cast On in Multiples of 7, plus 1 Step 3: Row 1: K1, * P1, K6 * Repeat pattern between the * * asterisks Step 4: Row 2: * P5, K2 *, P1 Step 5: Row 3: K1, * P3, K4 * Step 6: Row 4: * P3, K4 *, P1 Step 7: Row 5: K1, * P5, K2 * Step 8: Row 6: P1, * K6, ...
Susan
Feb 04, 2020 12:37 AM
Perfect Top for Summer Holidays
My younger sister found the picture in Pinterest, I told me, that she wants me to make this top for her. Here are the schemes for those, who also want it.
Susan
Feb 04, 2020 12:33 AM
What would you knit in this pattern?
Here is very interesting pattern - Knit Diagonal Chevron Zigzag Stitch. What would you knit with it? Steps to knit Diagonal Chevron Zigzag Stitch: Step 1: Abbreviations: k: knit, p: purl, rep: repeat, sts: stitches Step 2: Cast On in Multiples of 8 Step 3: Follow these instructions: Row 1 (Right Side): * K1, P1, K1, P5 * Repeat pattern between the * * asterisks all the way down the row. Row 2 (Wrong Side): * K5, P1, K1, P1 * Row 3: * K1, P1, K5, P1 * Row 4: * K1, P5, K1, P1 * Row 5:...
Susan
Feb 04, 2020 12:28 AM
An Ideal Crochet Dress
Ladies, I found a really nice dress , when I saw the photo, I fell in love with it. It looks amazing ! Here is the description: Materials Yarn: 400 grs cotton wool Hook 2 mm Lace ribbon - 10 m (the same colour as the yarn) Prepare delicate line, consisting of 14 squares. Connect each separate square in the process of crochetting the last row (scheme 1). Circle this delicate line. Make bodice on the one side of the obtained circle (use scheme 2). Place 3 squares left/right from the centre of...
Susan
Feb 04, 2020 12:25 AM
What are you knitting/crochetting now?
Hello, ladies! Have a great day and mood! I offer you to place photos of what you're knitting or crochetting now. I'm seaking for new yarn, in plans - to knit a sweater for my daughter and crochet a hat for my husband. What about your plans?
Susan
Feb 04, 2020 12:16 AM