Leann Houston - Welcome to the World of Crochet

Welcome to the World of CROCHET (Book #1)

(World Crafts Series)

By Leann Houston

Copyright: Published in the United States by Leann Houston

Published 2015

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INTRODUCTION

Crocheting is the art form that involves creation of fabrics by using yarn, threads and other such materials. This is a very popular hobby among women of all social levels. Crochet is easy technique and does not require several tools and perhaps these are the primary reason for popularity among people who are interested in craft works. Unlike other embroidery works, you do not need to have very sharp to practice this craft. There are people who prefer to gift their loved ones with things created by their own hand. You cannot make same items every time as it will become monotonous. Crochet is one such art form that that can be used for creating new type of things with simple changes in the design and material. A dishcloth with crochet pattern will be totally different from a necklace or home decor item made with the same form of art. So, welcome to the amazing world of crochet patterns and express your creativity.

CHAPTER 1

BENEFITS OF CROCHET PROJECTS

When we are talking about the various benefits of crocheting, the relaxation factor seems to be the most important. This is the hobby that helps you to relax. You might be thinking that how can a work make us relaxed? The truth is, this form of art does not require much physical activity and you can relax your mind as well as body. When you create some unique items, you actually rejuvenate your mood and can stay happy with your creations. Crocheting can be used to create various types of items and you are actually limited by your imagination only. There is no boundary of creation in this art form and you can run your creativity wild. As you learn the various techniques, you gather enormous knowledge of measurement and the purpose of doing charity can be best fulfilled with this art.

CHAPTER 2

MATERIALS NEEDED FOR CROCHET

Crochet work does not require many supplies. Being reasonably priced materials, this art form has been popular among women of all financial levels. It is not necessary to use costly yarns or threads to make a great piece of crochet pattern. All you need to make an exclusive thing is your creative power.

Yarn.

Yarns and threads are chosen according to the liking of the person or the thing which is being made. If you are making a sweater with crochet patterns, it is natural to choose thick and warm yarns but a bracelet will require finer threads. You have to select the thickness of the threads of yarns according to the item you are making or the pattern and the finished look will not match with each other.

The hook.

This is the tool that for creating the crochet patterns and they vary in size and thickness in accordance to the item you are making and the type of yarn you are using. This hook is not very sharp and is thus safe. General crochet hooks have a flat part in the middle, where the size is written. Larger and thicker hooks are needed when you are using thick yarns and shorter and thinner ones are for finer threads. The hooks are made of various types of materials like, metal, bone, bamboo etc. but the most common ones are made of steel or aluminium.

CHAPTER 3

PATTERN DIRECTIONS FOR MAKING EASY AND SIMPLE CROCHET ITEMS

Here are some crochet patterns which are specially designed for the people who are new to the world of crochet. These patterns are easy to make and you can finish these in very little time. When beginners try to make these items, they feel satisfied with the newly learnt techniques and making smaller items in less time actually helps in boosting their confidence.

DISHCLOTH PATTERNS

GRANNY SQUARE DISHCLOTH

T his granny square is the simplest pattern in crochet and can be used to make a variety of items.

Instructions to follow:

You will need the 5.5 mm crochet hook along with four different colors of cotton yarn and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends. The gauge is not important in this item.

You will start with chain 4 and then join it to a ring with the help of slip stitch. After this, you will work in rounds.

Round 1: Chain 4, work (3 double crochet into the centre of the ring, chain 1) three times and then 2 double crochet into the centre of the ring. Join to close with the help of a slip stitch.

Note: In general the different rounds are to be made with different colors, but if you want to make the second round with the same color, just keep making slip stitch until you reach the chain 1 at the corner and then keep working. When desiring to change the color, you have to cut the yarn leaving a long tail and fasten it with slip stitch. Join the new yarn at one of the corners and tie securely.

Round 2: To work the corner of this round, you will make chain 4 and then 2 double crochets in the same space and then chain 1 followed by 3 double crochet in the same space. The first corner is done and you will then make chain 1 and work the next corner by working 3 double crochet in the next space and chain 1 followed by 3 double crochet in the same space and chain 1. You will repeat the said process two more times to complete the round.

Round 3: You will have to work the corner in the same way as you did in the previous round. Make chain 4, 2 double crochet in the same space, chain 1, 3 double crochet in the same space and chain 1. To make the sides, just work 3 double crochet in the next space and then chain 1. You will repeat this method till you reach another corner.

You will have to keep working in this manner, with 2 clusters in the corners and one cluster on the sides till you complete the round. You have to make sure that there is chain 1 between each grouping of 3 double crochets as you work each round. This process will help you to get the nice looking spaces between each cluster and maintain a flat shape for the dishcloth.

You will have to repeat the round 3 for 2 more times and then join with a slip stitch and then fasten off. If you want to make the dishcloth bigger, just continue making the round 3 with the color of your choice.