Wednesdays Pattern Picks Post

I thought it was about time I posted you all a free pattern this one is called the leftover sneaker sock pattern: easy, quick and the best thing, is it is a way to reduce some leftovers from your stash.      They are knitted in the round from the cuff to the toe with DPNs using two colours of your choice. It’s only simple stockinette stitch which should showcase your chosen yarns at its best.     Language; English Designer; Anja Heumann Anna is a young designer based in Germany "Anja  lives in the beautiful countryside in the middle...

Have you ever wondered what most of the common terms in crochet patterns are? I have listed as many as I can in an article for you in this week’s post, there is also a free pdf print out that you can print in this article for you in pdf. Just press on the print button and it will open up for you in the pdf format.

I know I didn’t understand them all when I first saw them abbreviated in a crochet pattern either. So, I thought I write an article listing them and their meaning for you all. Great for Beginners just starting out in crochet but their also good for those of us who have had a break for a few years and who are restarting in the craft. Click on the image below to have a read as well as access your printout of them.

I hope you enjoy the read. Carey

Tension, simply put, is nothing more than how tightly or loosely you wrap the yarn when working the knit and purl stitches.  Neither is right or wrong and no matter what your style, the key to success is consistency.   Learning to create uniform stitches is like learning to ride a bike. You'll wobble before you glide. Take your time and enjoy the experience as your hands develop their individual rhythm. Speed and beautiful stitches will come with practice and repetition. It's not uncommon for your hands to feel awkward at first as you learn to manoeuvre the needles and yarn....

The knitted striped zebras are lovely soft and squishy and can easily become any kid’s best friend.Once finished, one of these squishy zebras should be approx. 7 inches when sitting down. In metric measurements, that is about 18 cm high when sitting.The pattern for these great cuddly zebras is rated as intermediate by Sue however I also feel an advanced beginner could also complete these wonderful toys.

To download the FREE PDF PATTERNS you can click on the picture or also click the underlined link below here with there name. I do hope you have enjoyed collecting these six patterns 

These knitted spotted elephants are lovely soft and squishy and can easily become any children’s best friend or cuddly night time buddy! The spots on the elephants are embroidered on. You could also use the knit duplicate stitch for doing this as well.