Crochet In No Time E-Book

Melody Griffiths

• Herausgeber: CICO Books
• Kategorie: Lebensstil
• Sprache: Englisch
• Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2015

Beschreibung

Even if you only have a few minutes to spare each day, with this book you'll enjoy creating stylish crochet projects that are gorgeous - and take nearly no time at all. Here are 50 innovative projects, large and small, for you, your children and your home. All have been designed to give fast results - from pretty necklaces, gloves and jackets to beautiful children's fashions and stylish home accessories. Make the most of a few spare minutes while travelling on the train, waiting for the bus or taking a work break - and you'll be surprised just how quickly these clever projects come together. Divided into five chapters, there's also an equipment and techniques section to guide you through basic stitches and essential techniques, so even beginners can start to crochet straight away. Whether you're a beginner or handy with a hook, Crochet in No Time will inspire you to create fabulous, fun projects right now.

Leseprobe

Crochet

In No Time

Crochet

In No Time

50 scarves, wraps, jumpers & more to make on the move

MELODY GRIFFITHS

First published in 2007 by CICO Books an imprint of Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd 20–21 Jockey’s Fields London WC1R 4BW

www.cicobooks.co.uk

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Text copyright © Melody Griffiths 2007, 2009 Design and photography © CICO Books 2007, 2009

The author’s moral rights have been asserted. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, or otherwise, without the prior permission of the publisher.

A CIP catalogue record for this book is available from the British Library.

eISBN: 978 1 782492 78 8 ISBN-13: 978 1 906525 31 6

Printed in China

Editor: Marie Clayton Designer: Roger Hammond Photographers: Tino Tedaldi, Debbie Patterson and Geoff Dann Stylist: Sue Rowlands

Contents

Introduction

Scarves, Wraps, Hats & Gloves

Simple Shell Scarf

Pansy Motif Scarf

Scarf with Pockets

Shaded Fluted Scarf

Black Lace Wrap

Skinny Scarf & Evening Wrap

Lacy Red Hat

Cloche Hat with Flower

Trapper Hat

Beaded Beret

Granny Square Gloves

Granny Square Hat

Black Lace Gloves

Accessories

String Bag

Black Lace Bag

Leather and Beads Belt

Victorian-Style Collar

Fanciful Flower Earrings

Pretty Pearly Necklace

Crochet Beads

Jackets, Sweaters & Tops

Shaded Blocks Sweater

Sophisticated Silver Top

Cardigan with Lacy Edging

Silk Sampler Jacket

Aran-Style Coat

Frill-Edged Sweater

Textured Cardigan Coat

Pink Flower Top

Cream Flowered Tunic

Babies & Children

Rosebud Hairband

Chevron Cardigan

Pretty Pull-on Hat

Christening Coat

Heirloom Bonnet

Heirloom Bootees

Lacy Victorian Shawl

Sugar Plum Fairy Cardigan

Baby Mary Janes

Enchanting Blue Elephant

Friendly Zebra

Candy Striped Jacket

Baby Blanket

Charming Blue Beret

Indigo-Dye Duffel

Jester’s Hat

Striped Bootees

Home

Flowery Paisley Throw

Cosy Creamy Throw

Irish Lace Cushion

Lace Edge Tablecloth

Comfy Round Cushion

Techniques

Equipment

Basic Stitches

Creating a Fabric

Suppliers

Index

Introduction

This book is about crochet in a modern context. With a stunning collection of more than 50 things to make, you have the choice of creating items for your home, for yourself, or for your family and friends.

My mother taught me to crochet when I was about five years old. I can still remember how easy it was to make the stitches and how exciting it was to see the work grow. But it’s only in the last few years that I’ve extended my knowledge and experience as a hand-knit designer to creating garments using those basic crochet stitches learned so long ago.

Crochet is so simple and so versatile. All you need to get started is a hook and some yarn. The action of catching and looping the yarn soon builds up into stitches, making crochet one of the fastest ways of creating a fabric. And the feel of the fabric can vary enormously, depending on the combination of hook size, yarn type, and stitch pattern; crochet can be firm, floppy, lacy, textured, soft, crisp, flat, or three-dimensional.

With these designs, I’ve tried to find new ways of exploring and exploiting simple crochet stitches and techniques. Sometimes this means breaking the rules and substituting a double crochet and two chain for the more usual three turning chain to give a neater edge, or choosing a fancy fashion yarn rather than the classic smooth yarns usually associated with crochet. And wherever possible, I’ve tried to make the stitch patterns simpler to do – for instance, working into spaces rather than into chain to make it easier to see where to place the hook for fine lacework or when working with heavily textured yarns.

If you’ve never tried crochet before, the techniques section will provide you with everything you need to know to get started. And the nicest thing about crochet is that once you’ve grasped the basics, you can make anything. Each project indicates the time it took to crochet the item, as well as tips to help you decide if a project is right for you and your lifestyle.

There are projects worked in the round, projects worked in rows, projects that took less than an hour to make, scrap-yarn projects, heirloom projects, projects for beginners, and projects that require more determination. There are unusual motifs and original ideas – everything from simple scarves and wraps to toys, shapely garments, lacy trims, and heirloom baby clothes. With so many to choose from, you’re sure to find some that are irresistible.

Enjoy creating with crochet!

Scarves, Wraps, Hats & Gloves

Simple Shell Scarf

This versatile design shows what a difference the yarn makes. Whether you create a country effect or choose a more sophisticated style, all you need to know for the one-row pattern used for this beautiful scarf is how to do chain and treble. The pretty stitch has rows of shells with spaces between, so it’s easy to see exactly where you are in the pattern, and because each row measures almost an inch, it grows quickly too.

TIPS

The scarf is worked in two halves from the center so that the shell pattern will run in the same direction on both sides when the ends of the scarf hang down.

Make the starting chain loosely; if necessary, use a larger size hook.

There is no right or wrong side to the pattern, which makes the scarf fully reversible.

Each half of the scarf in Soho takes two balls of yarn, so you can keep working until you run out. If you want to count the rows, there should be 39 rows in each half.

The scarf in Cashmerino Aran takes just over two balls for each half, so you could make it longer if you prefer. If you want to count the rows, there should be 70 rows in each half.

If you prefer a wider scarf, add six chains for each extra shell and repeat the instructions in square brackets one more time for each extra shell. If you make the scarf wider, remember to buy extra yarn or your scarf won’t be as long as in the pictures.

SCARF

First half Make 27ch.

Row 1 5tr in 6th ch from hook, [miss 2ch, 1tr in next ch, miss 2ch, 5tr in next ch] 3 times, miss 2ch, 1tr in last ch.

Row 2 3ch, miss first tr, [miss next 2tr, 5tr in next tr, miss next 2tr, 1tr in next tr] 4 times, working last tr in top ch.

The 2nd row forms the shell patt.

For the multicolour scarf Work until the scarf measures 65cm (25½in) from starting chain. Fasten off.

For the pink scarf Work until the scarf measures 100cm (39½in) from starting chain. Fasten off.

Both scarves. Second half Join yarn in first ch of first row. Working into chain on first row, complete as first half. Fasten off. Darn in ends.

Choose richly coloured hand-spun wool or a mix of smooth, vibrant cashmere yarn to make this easy scarf.

Pansy Motif Scarf

This pretty scarf is a scrap-yarn project. The naturalistic effect of the pansy motif is enhanced by working it in shades of purple and pink with a flash of yellow at the centre. Different height stitches make lifelike petals, with chain gaps in the last round to flute the edges and give a convenient place to join the motifs. The rows of pansies are sewn on a simple mesh scarf that’s really quick to work.

TIPS

Yarn amounts are approximate and may vary according to the brand and fibre content of the DK yarn you use.

To work the long dc stitches. insert the hook in 2ch sp of first round as directed and pull the loop up to the height of the 4th round, tension the strands to lie flat on the motif between the two tr stitches of the 2nd round, then complete the tr.

Changing the colours you use for A, B, and C adds to the flowery effect.

Finish your motifs quickly and neatly by working over the ends and snipping them off; then you’ll only need to darn in the last end.

Different brands of DK yarn may be slightly different in thickness, so the size of the pansy motifs could vary slightly.

If you prefer, instead of joining the pansies in rows, just scatter them at random all over the scarf.

PANSY MOTIF

Using A, make 4ch, ss in first ch to form a ring. Cont in A.

Round 1 (RS) 1ch, [1dc, 2ch] 6 times in ring, ss in first dc. Fasten off.

Join B in a 2ch sp.

Round 2 (RS) 1ch, 1dc in same sp as join, [2ch, 2dc in next sp] 5 times, 2ch, 1dc in first sp, ss in first dc.

Round 3 Ss in next sp, [1ch, 1htr, ss] in same sp as first ss, [ss, 3ch, 4tr, 3ch, ss] in each of next 2 sps, [ss, 1htr, ss] in foll sp, [ss, 1ch, 3dc, 1ch, ss] in each of next 2 sps, ss in first sp. Fasten off.

Join C to the right of the first large petal.

Round 4 1ch, inserting hook in 2ch sp of first round below, work 1 long dc, continue working behind petals made on 2nd and 3rd rounds, [5ch, 1 long dc in next sp of first round] twice, 3ch, [1 long dc in next sp of first round, 4ch] twice, 1 long dc in last sp of first round, 3ch, ss in first dc.

Round 5 [1dc, 1htr, 1tr, 1ch, 1tr, 3dtr, 1ch, 3dtr, 1tr, 1ch, 1tr, 1htr, 1dc] in each 5ch sp, [1dc, 1tr, 1ch, 1tr, ss] in 3ch sp, [ss, 1htr, 1tr, 1ch, 3tr, 1ch, 1tr, 1htr, ss] in each 4ch sp, [ss, 1tr, 1ch, 1tr, 1dc] in 3ch sp, ss in first dc. Fasten off.

Make 18 motifs, joining in rows of 3 by working 1dc instead of 1ch in corresponding 1ch sp of large and small petals.

SCARF

First side Using D, make 34ch.

Row 1 (RS) 1dc in 2nd ch from hook, [6ch, miss 3ch, 1dc in next ch] 8 times.

Row 2 8ch, 1dc in first 6ch sp, [6ch, 1dc in next 6ch sp] 7 times, 3ch, 1trtr in last dc.

Row 3 1dc in trtr, [6ch, 1dc in next 6ch sp] 7 times, 6ch, 1dc in 5th ch.

Rows 2 and 3 form the mesh pattern.

Work 43 more rows. Fasten off.

2nd side Work as first side, do not fasten off.

Joining row With WS together and 2nd side facing, work 1dc in 5th ch of first side, [4ch, 1dc in next 6ch sp of both sides together] 7 times, 4ch, 1dc in 5th ch of 2nd side and trtr of first side together. Fasten off. Darn in ends.

TO FINISH

Press scarf to open out the mesh. With short ends of scarf level with centre of first row of pansies, sew three rows of three pansies on each end of the scarf.

These pretty pansies grow very quickly and bloom all year long.

Scarf with Pockets

Superchunky yarn and simple stitches on a huge hook make this a quick-tofinish project. Tuck your hands into the patch pockets or use them to hold small items.

TIPS

Work the starting chain very loosely. Each chain loop should be almost 2cm (⅞in) long.

When working the last row of dc, tension the loop at the top of each stitch to match the starting chain.

The pockets in the picture are left open at the top. If you prefer, you could leave them open at the sides.

For an even quicker and simpler scarf, simply leave off the pockets.

SCARF

Using A, make 101ch.

Row 1 (WS) Working into back loop each time, 1dc in 2nd ch from hook, [1dc in each ch] to end. 100 sts.

Row 2 1ch, [1dc in each dc] to end.

The 2nd row forms double crochet.

Cont in dc, work 15 more rows. Fasten off.

Pockets (Make 2) Using B, make 9ch.

Work first row as given for scarf. 8 sts.

Work 9 rows dc. Fasten off. Darn in ends.

TO FINISH

Press according to ball band. Pin pockets in place on RS at each end of scarf. Using A, work surface chain around three sides of each pocket. Sew pocket edges under surface chain and remove pins.

Keep your hands warm too when you wrap up in this cosy multipurpose scarf.

Shaded Fluted Scarf

Increasing along one edge makes a deep frill that automatically curls around to give a soft fluted effect. The scarf is worked in treble crochet on a chain and double crochet base.

TIP

If you want to make the scarf all in one colour, you’ll need just two balls of Rowan Kid Silk Haze yarn.

SCARF

Using A, make 198ch.

Row 1 1dc in 2nd ch from hook, [1dc in each ch] to end. 197 sts.

Row 2 1dc in first dc, 2ch, [1tr in each dc] to end.

Row 3 1dc in first tr, 2ch, [2tr in next tr, 1tr in foll tr] to last 2 sts, 2tr in next tr, 1tr in 2nd ch. 295 sts.

Change to B.

Row 4 1dc in first tr, 2ch, [2tr in each of next 2tr, 1tr in foll tr] to last 3 sts, 2tr in each of next 2tr, 1tr in 2nd ch. 491 sts.

Row 5 1dc in first tr, 2ch, [2tr in each of next 4tr, 1tr in foll tr] to end, placing last tr in 2nd ch. 883 sts.

Change to C.

Row 6 1dc in first tr, [1tr in next tr, 2tr in each of next 6tr, 1tr in each of foll 2tr] to end, placing last tr in 2nd ch. 1471 sts. Fasten off. Darn in ends.

Get two looks from this fine mohair-and-silk scarf; let the edges flute for a soft frilly effect, or let it twist for a pretty rope of bell shapes.

Black Lace Wrap

Despite its sophisticated appearance, this wrap is quick and easy to make. The motifs are open and lacy, with most of the groups of stitches that make up the pattern worked into chain spaces, which makes them easy to see and do. The beads that enhance the design are sewn on afterwards, so you can add as many or as few as you want.

TIPS

Work two motifs from each ball of yarn, then use the leftover yarn for the edging.

It’s easier to hide the darned-in ends if you join in new yarn while working a treble or triple treble group.

You don’t have to add beads; the wrap works well without.

The wrap in the picture mixes teardrop shapes and different sizes of round silver, pink, and purple metallic beads with pink and green cupped sequins, but you could use any combination of beads and sequins.

Choose just gold or silver coloured beads for a wrap to match any outfit.

MOTIF

Make 8ch, ss in first ch to form a ring.

Round 1 (RS) 7ch, [1dtr in ring, 3ch] 10 times, 1dtr in ring, 1tr in 4th ch. 12 sps.

Round 2 1ch, 1dc in first sp, [5ch, 1dc in next sp] 11 times, 2ch, 1tr in first dc.

Round 3 1dc in first sp, 2ch, 2tr in same sp, [5ch, 3tr in next sp] 11 times, 2ch, 1tr in 2nd ch.

Round 4 1ch, 1dc in first sp, [7ch, 1dc in next sp] 11 times, 1ch, 1dtr in first dc.

Round 5 1dc in first sp, 2ch, 2tr in first sp, [7ch, 3tr in next sp] 11 times, 3ch, 1dtr in 2nd ch.