Trend Tunisian Knitting

The beautiful art of crochet and knitting is gaining popularity again. More and more women are interested in making crochet products with high-quality yarns and threads. Creating a product with different yarn textures and colors is a pleasure for the experienced crocheter.

Here are some helpful tips and guidelines to make crocheting easier.

There are two types of crochet patterns:

1. Diagrammatic patterns with a brief explanation of symbols representing the stitches to be used. This type of crochet pattern is often used in Europe.

2. Written crochet patterns describing the row of stitches and which stitches to complete. These are the patterns used mainly in the USA.

Reading Your Pattern:

It is important to understand the abbreviations used in the pattern. Memorizing abbreviations helps you become a faster and more efficient crochet master.

Ten crochet tips:

1. Crochet patterns and directions work in rounds or rows. If you are working in circles, rows, or a mix of both, the pattern will be indicated on it.

2. All crochet designs start with a “foundation chain.” A long chain for a straight crochet is a short chain for a project that starts with a circle. The small chain is closed with a “shift stitch”. Do not “slip stitch” into the first stitch.

3. Crochet patterns and tutorials are usually ordered by difficulty as advanced, intermediate, easy, or beginner. Choose a model with a difficulty level that suits your abilities. Increase your difficulty level as your skill progresses.

4. Hold the hook and thread comfortably in your hands to allow the thread to flow unhindered. To ensure the correct size of your work, you need to maintain an even pressure when crocheting.

5. Count the stitches you make as you continue your work to track the stitches needed in each round or row as the pattern requires.

6. Count the number of chains at the beginning of each row to ensure the correct height and length for the next row. This “turning chain” creates the first or “first stitch” of the next row.

7. Make a sample of the pattern to get an indication of the size. Use a smaller hook when the size of the sample is larger than indicated on the model, and use a larger hook when the size is smaller.

8. Always remove two stitches from the previous row of sewing, except when the pattern specifies removing the back or front stitch.

9. A “gap” is defined as the spacing between stitches.

10. When you’re done, cut the yarn by pulling the “crochet stitch” one last time and thread the end.

When you actually start a crochet project, be sure to follow the instructions as they are printed. Prepare your devices ahead of time to ensure the smooth flow of crochet.