Wednesdays Pattern Picks Post — Caszs Country Crafts

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....