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- Word comes from the Middle French term croche, meaning "hook"
- 1812: Earliest written reference to crochet
- Crochet hooks can be made out of steel, aluminum, plastic or wood
- Crochet produces fabric faster than knitting
- Uses 1/3 more yarn than knitting does for the same item, as it tends to produce a thicker fabric with less give
- 3 basic stitches: Slip stitch, single crochet, double crochet
- Kippah: Jews wear Kippah(crocheted skull caps). those are usually made by Arab women from Deir Abu Meshal, near Ramallah http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/F...
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With yarn and a crochet hook, crocheting creates fabric by pulling loops of yarn through other loops. Crochet is similar to knitting, though it uses the hook tool instead of knitting needles. Crochet is used to join pieces of knit fabric together, and for adding embellishments to knitted or crocheted items. When crocheting with thread, delicate and elaborate patterns can be created for decoration. Sweaters, hats, blanket, wash clothes, dresses....everything can be created with crochet technique. Crochet bags and earrings are easy to make too. http://www.hassdesign.com/FiletCrochetDesigns/IP/CrochetBagPatterns/ Crochet appliques are a good way to embellish bags and purses or dresses.
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Crocheting Tips
- It is possible to teach yourself to crochet
- Easier to learn by example, from a teacher or video
- Experiment until you find the most comfortable way for you to hold the hook
- Beginners should start with plain smooth yarn
- Metal or wooden hooks are usually preferred to plastic hooks
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Crocheting Questions
What are the benefits of crocheting? 3 AnswersThe biggest benefit to crocheting is that you are carrying on a wonderful tradition that has been around for centuries. So many items you see in stores and at f... read more
Does anyone know where to buy crochet hooks in Toronto? 3 AnswersI am an avid crocheter, hope you enjoy making artwork in a dying art. I try to share chrocheting with anyone who will sit still long enough. Attached is a rea... read more
I'm thinking of my next crochet project...any ideas? 4 AnswersHave you heard of Ravelry? If you haven't then you should join - it will honestly change your (crocheting) life. Hundreds of crochet projects at your fingerti... read more
zig zag or ripple stitch 2 AnswersIt is made using increasing and decreasing of crochet stitches. It is also called chevron pattern. Here is a pattern for an afghan http://www.craftown.com/crop... read more
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Crochet Magazines
- Crochet Magazine: Crochet!
- Crochet Me: Online Magazine
- Crochet Today
- Annie's Hooked on Crochet
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Got the bear finished and a scarf for it. :) I never would have thought crocheting a scarf for something so small could take so long.
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I'm pretty sure it's 'crocheting'
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@MlEENUh I'm 23 and crocheting an afghan for my sister for Christmas.
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Watched Crank & The Ugly Truth tonight w/the fire going. Crocheting too & we're in bed before 9pm. When did we get so old?
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made brown sugar shortbread cookies! YUM! www.okinthemeantime.blogspot.com now crocheting xmas presents. PRODUCTIVE!
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Got the bear finished and a scarf for it. :) I never would have thought crocheting a scarf for something so small could take so long.
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I'm pretty sure it's 'crocheting'
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@MlEENUh I'm 23 and crocheting an afghan for my sister for Christmas.
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Watched Crank & The Ugly Truth tonight w/the fire going. Crocheting too & we're in bed before 9pm. When did we get so old?
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made brown sugar shortbread cookies! YUM! www.okinthemeantime.blogspot.com now crocheting xmas presents. PRODUCTIVE!
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