Posts Tagged ‘abbreviations’

Tree Skirt

Posted on November 14th, 2008 by by admin

Design by: Mary Jane Protus. Tree skirt measures approximately 60” across. flowers/leaf motif measure  approximately 6-1/2” across “RED HEART Holiday” Art no. 381 (8.5 oz/ 262 yd metallic solid: 3 oz/ 223 yd metallic. Marl ball): 42 ounces no. 3004 Aran w/gold CA. 5-1/2 ounces no. 3008 wine w/gold CB, and 4-1/2 ounces no. 3009 [...]

Crochet Toddler Hoodie

Posted on November 13th, 2008 by by admin

#   Bernat® Cottontots (113g/4 oz): Sizes 6 mos (12 mos, 18 mos, 2 yrs), 3 (3 , 3, 4) balls # Crochet Hook: Size 5.5mm (U.S. I or 9) or size needed to obtain gauge  #  5 Buttons  # Scissors Sizes  Chest Measurement: 6 mos (17 ins [43 cm]); 12 mos (19 ins [48 cm]); [...]

Best Bunny

Posted on November 13th, 2008 by by admin

This dear little amigurumi bunny is so quick and easy to crochet that you may have to make a whole hutch-full. Perfectly sized for children to tuck into their backpacks. SKILL LEVEL: Easy SIZE: One Size About 5¾ in. [14.5 cm] tall; 4½ inches seated. CORRECTIONS: None MATERIALS • 620-171 Lion Brand Wool-Ease: Gold 1 [...]

Sweater with Ribbed Yoke

Posted on November 7th, 2008 by by admin

A classic style with a textured yoke made up of ribs and simple cable twists, and a distinctive cross-over collar. This is a great project for fairly new knitters, as most of the design is worked in stocking stitch. Materials 9(11:13) 50g balls of  cotton Double knitting. Pair each of 3 ¾ mm (US 5) [...]

Pink Landscape Sweater

Posted on October 7th, 2008 by by admin

ABBREVIATIONS Alt., alternate; beg., beginning, ch., chain; ch-sp., chain space; em, centimetres; d.c., double crochet; dec., decrease; d.tr., double treble; h.tr., half treble; in., inch(es); inc., increase; k., knit; p., purl; patt., pattern; p.s.s.o., pass slipped stitch over; rep., repeat; sl., slip; sl.st., slip stitch; st., stitch; sts., stitches; t.b.i., through back of loop; tog., [...]

Double-Knitting-Cardigan

Posted on October 6th, 2008 by by admin

ABBREVIATIONS Alt., alternate; beg., beginning, ch., chain; ch-sp., chain space; em, centimetres; d.c., double crochet; dec., decrease; d.tr., double treble; h.tr., half treble; in., inch(es); inc., increase; k., knit; p., purl; patt., pattern; p.s.s.o., pass slipped stitch over; rep., repeat; sl., slip; sl.st., slip stitch; st., stitch; sts., stitches; t.b.i., through back of loop; tog., [...]

Crochet cardigan Jacket

Posted on October 4th, 2008 by by admin

ABBREVIATIONS Alt., alternate; beg., beginning, ch., chain; ch-sp., chain space; em, centimetres; d.c., double crochet; dec., decrease; d.tr., double treble; h.tr., half treble; in., inch(es); inc., increase; k., knit; p., purl; patt., pattern; p.s.s.o., pass slipped stitch over; rep., repeat; sl., slip; sl.st., slip stitch; st., stitch; sts., stitches; t.b.i., through back of loop; tog., [...]

How to Crochet

Posted on August 8th, 2008 by by admin

crocheting is one of the oldest needlework arts. its name is derived from the french word “croche” meaning a hook. even a novice can crochet intricate laces and designs for tablecloths, doilies, scarves and other household furnishings, as well as various fashion items. crochet is easily mastered; only two items are essential-a crochet hook and [...]