Crochet hooks come in sooo many sizes from the teeny tiny 0.5 mm to the largest standard hook at 30 mm. Hooks also come in a variety of materials. In this post I’m going to share where on the hook the size is determined, how to figure out what size hook you have, what sizeContinue reading “Crochet Hooks-Sizes and Materials”
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Grafting – 3 options
Sometimes you want to put two sets of live stitches together; to close a sock toe, the bottom of a bag, a shawl corner or sweater shoulder. I am going to share with you three options for doing this. Kitchener Stitch is named after a military leader who wanted smooth toed socks for his menContinue reading “Grafting – 3 options”
I reorganized/re-homed my yarn!
Over the years, I’ve been crocheting since 2002, I have had A LOT of yarn in most of the categories. Currently I have the least amount of yarn I’ve had since 2004. For most of that time, some of my stashed lived in totes and some on shelves. Totes are easy to label, move andContinue reading “I reorganized/re-homed my yarn!”
Size Matters, but All are Useful
Blankets can be made in any size we want, that’s one of the many advantages of making our own things. Sometimes though we want to make sure that the blanket we make is going to fit the item, person or use we are making it for. I want to share with you some guidelines andContinue reading “Size Matters, but All are Useful”
Aloe Wish Hiss Swatches
Sorry it’s been so long in between, this is a slow process. I have completed both the crochet and knit swatches for the adult versions of the Aloe Wish Hiss sweater. I’m not sure yet if I will be using the same swatches for the children’s versions or not. Above is the crochet swatch. SeeContinue reading “Aloe Wish Hiss Swatches”
Blocking Post Stitches
If you have ever worked a crochet piece with a lot of post stitches, you probably find yourself pulling on it from time to time to get a really good look at it. For me waiting until the end to feel all those stitches slide into place is so satisfying. Have you ever thought aboutContinue reading “Blocking Post Stitches”
Long-Tail Cast On Cheat
Mom and I were sitting on my back porch on a sunny southern New Mexico day just hanging out and knitting. She was beginning sock number two of a the pair she was currently working on. I don’t remember what I was working on but out of the corner of my eye, I saw momContinue reading “Long-Tail Cast On Cheat”
L.C. Got a Makeover!
It was tough decision, one of the harder ones I’ve had to make as a designer, but I ripped most of my L.C. original when it was 75% completed. When I started working the decrease rows for the fronts, the edge that is going to be sewn to the increase rows from the back didn’tContinue reading “L.C. Got a Makeover!”
My Top Picks for US Made Stitching Materials
I want to share with you my top picks, at the moment, for US made hooks, needles, yarn and notions. We’ve got it all. These are “bigger” small business family owned and operated companies. There are plenty of others out there and I welcome you to share your favorite in the comments. Brown Sheep CompanyContinue reading “My Top Picks for US Made Stitching Materials”
Where to Start When Learning to Knit (Lefty)
When first learning to knit it can feel very overwhelming. There are so many different kinds of needles and yarn, then the number of tutorial videos to chose from, I can see why some people just don’t bother. I hope that this post will help you to narrow things down and be able to makeContinue reading “Where to Start When Learning to Knit (Lefty)”
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