Pinkspirations

Just browsed the net for some pinkspirations crochets....

Oh would love to make em all!

First Time: From Japanese Diagram to Written Pattern

I want to learn how to read a Japanese pattern or diagram so I will make this my first time risk of trying to read one.

I will just start on a simple motif pattern and then maybe in time will move on to a bigger pattern like a flower or a doily. The pattern I will use is from issuu.com. This website has a lot of publications on crochet diagrams written on Japanese and to be honest, I had a pattern overload just looking at all the pictures. But now I will make something out of that overload and will try to convince my self that I can translate crochet diagrams.

So let's start.....

So usually motifs starts with a ring. It could be a chain ring (which is a very good way to start as a beginner), a sliding loop, or a slip knot. I'll talk about these on other posts in the future. For now lets start with a sliding loop. The reason for this is because most of the diagrams do not show (or if they do, I wont be able to know since the diagram words are written in Japanese) how many chains you would do for the chain ring.

This is the pattern::

As you can see, this pattern uses the following symbols to indicate crochet stitches::

chain (ch)

double crochet (dc)

half double crochet (hdc)

 treble crochet (tr)

slip stitch (slip st)

single crochet (sc)



Here are pictures on how to make the sliding loop::

At #3 picture, work the required number of starting chains for the round shown in the diagram. At this time, its 5.

At #4 picture, work the required number of stitches for the round as shown in the diagram.At this time round 1 would be::

Round 1 chain 5 (counts as 1st dc and ch-2), *dc on loop, chain 2*, repeat *to* 10 times, dc on loop, join with hdc to 3rd chain of ch-5.

Now we are done in round 1, we now proceed to the other rounds.....

Round 2 chain 3 (counts as 1st dc), dc on space made by the joined hdc, *3 dc on next 2-ch space, repeat * 11 times, dc on space hdc, slip st on top of ch-3.

Round 3 chain 4 (counts as 1st dc), treble in next dc, *ch 4, make 1 treble in each next 3 dc*, repeat from * to * 11 times, make 1 treble in each of next 3 dc, ch 4, treble in next dc, slip st on top of ch-4.

Round 4 chain 1, *sc on ch-4 space, make hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc on same space*, repeat * to * on next 10 ch-4 space, sc on ch-4 space, make hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc on same space, slip st on ch-1. Fasten off.

As you  noticed, there's no symbol for slip st on the end of the pattern, I just added it so as to indicate how to end the last round. But of course, as a crocheter, even without indications in the pattern you already know that almost all patterns ends with a slip stitch and fastening off.

So, that's how I read diagrams. Its a little difficult at start but with more practice, I think I was able to pull it off..... It would be grand if I'd be able to translate a whole diagram of a hat or bag. Hopefully.....one day.... :)

I'll try to post more translations in the future...

Some Crochet Stitches

It's been awhile since I last wrote something here.... I found some new interesting things and I want to share them with you...

The following are crochet stitches pictures and their symbols in a diagram pattern. In case you encounter them, I'm sure these will be able to help you...

Chain (ch)

Single Crochet (sc)

Half Double Crochet (hdc)

Double Crochet (dc)

Treble Crochet (tr)

Slip stitch (sl)

2 sc in same space

3 sc in same space

2 sc in next 2 stitches joined together

3 sc in next 3 stitches joined together

2 or 3 dc in same space

2 or 3 or 5 dc together

2 or 3 stitch hdc popcorn

3 stitch dc or tr popcorn

5 stitch dc popcorn

Back post dc

Picot

3 dc in same space

For examples on how these stitches are used, you can check this link:

http://issuu.com/croweberry/docs/motif_edging

Well I guess that's all for now... 

'Til next time....

Cool Crochet Shares

Here are some COOL THINGS that you might wanna make in this cold weather (just in case you ran out of things to do (>‿◠)✌ )

 

Swants!

It's cold and if you got extra sweaters, why not try these?

Link to:: http://westknits.com/index.php/2013/11/swants-tutorial/

 

Social Media Crocheted!

No, I'm not kidding.... Try em....the patterns are free!

image from:: http://www.tugboatyarning.com

Link to:: http://www.tugboatyarning.com/category/social-media-inspired-crocheted-icons/

 

Dobby Crochet Portrait!

No, again, I'm not kidding.... Today, all these are free.... So just enjoy!

image from:: Totallee.net

Link to:: http://totallee.net/dobbypattern.php

 

Skirts!

I sooooo love love skirts! That's why when I find patterns like these, I go crazy! In a few weeks, they are top on my list..... But while I wait, here's one for you!

image from:: Knit.net

Link to:: http://www.knit.net.au/free-patterns/hexagon-skirt

 

Crochet Lace!

I'm a fan crochet lace! ❤❤❤ I found this blog written in Spanish, I don't understand the language, good thing I understood the charts! The beauty of this craft is that whatever language you use, when it comes to crochet, the language is universal!

So here is the link to the page of some #crochetblouses with its corresponding charts....

image from:: De Mis Manos Tejidos

Link to:: http://demismanostejidos.blogspot.com/search/label/POLERAS%20con%20pastillas

And here's a link to some #crochetsquare motifs, incase you are fond of them like me....

image from:: Tiara Tejidos

Link to:: http://tiaratejidosyalgomas.blogspot.com/2014/01/cuadrados.html

'Til next time! (>‿◠)✌

The CrTr Stitch

CrTr stands for Cross Treble stitch. I can't really explain it unless I detail here how it's done....

Here's an example image::

 CrTr is only one of the types of Crossed Stitches.

Crossed stitches can be::

✿ Cross double crochet (CrDc)

✿ Cross treble stitch (CrTr)

✿ Cross double treble stitch (sorry, don't know the abbreviation for this...lol)

✿ Cross double crochet , separated by 2 ch stitches

✿ Cross treble stitch, separated by 2 or 3 ch stitches

The time you learn how to make a simple crossed stitch, you can do the other types.

For now we'll do the CrTr. Let's see if I can pull this off for you...

Ch 19

Row 1 Yo twice, insert hook on 5th ch from hook then draw up loop (4 loops on hook);

            *First leg = Yo and draw through 2 loops (3 loops on hook), yo, skip 1 ch, insert hook on next ch and draw up loop (5 loops on hook), yo and draw through 2 loops (4 loops on hook), yo and draw through 2 loops (3 loops on hook), yo and draw through 2 loops on hook (2 loops on hook), yo and draw through last 2 loops (1 loop on hook), 

              Second leg = ch 1, yo, insert hook between the two legs of previous stitch, yo and draw up loop (3 loops on hook), finish by yo through 2 loops 2 times (1 loop on hook);

             Repeat * up to end of row. Turn.

Row 2 Chain 4, yo twice, skip 2 ch, insert hook on 3rd ch and draw up loop (4 loops on hook);

             *First leg = Yo and draw through 2 loops (3 loops on hook), yo, skip 1 ch, insert hook on next ch and draw up loop (5 loops on hook), yo and draw through 2 loops (4 loops on hook), yo and draw through 2 loops (3 loops on hook), yo and draw through 2 loops on hook (2 loops on hook), yo and draw through last 2 loops (1 loop on hook), 

              Second leg = ch 1, yo, insert hook between the two legs of previous stitch, yo and draw up loop (3 loops on hook), finish by yo through 2 loops 2 times (1 loop on hook);

             Repeat * up to end of row. Turn.

This pattern is so beginner, but I think I liked it the way it is.

With the CrTr I was able to make the Star-Meshed Scarf. It's still a wip so I'll just post a part of what I have made so far::

CrTr Symbol::

Note on this post:

This is my first time to write down a pattern so I hope you'd help me figure out what is wrong or what is lacking with what I've written. I appreciate helpful feedback cause that's what will make me a better crocheter... :)

'Til next time! (>‿◠)✌

Crochet Shares

Today I'll share 3 things::

So here they are....

First Share

Links on how to read crochet charts or diagrams

✿ Crochet symbols and terms

✿ How to follow a stitch diagram in crochet

✿ Crochet School Lesson 21: Reading Crochet Charts

These pages helped me learn how to read crochet diagrams and I still refer to them every time I encounter new crochet symbols in a chart. Hope this will help you too...

 

Second Share

Here's a link to Lucy of Attic24's tutorial about How to Join Squares As You Go. I have learned so much from her and have made and finished my first pillow case. I like this technique as well better than other styles for joining squares. Furthermore, I still need to learn how to sew... In short, I don't have any choice... Hahahahha!! (>‿◠)✌ 

 image from:: Attic24

The pillow case I made::

                                 

Third Share

Yey! And still counting...

Call me anything you want...But I still like to open my heart and let you know how I felt about this.... You might even say:: Whaaattt?? You're too shallow. Too easy to please... But I am... And at least I'm happy... The most important thing is that I celebrated with the people who loved me and continually supports me on my new found passion in life... Enough reason for me to discover new things from the crochet world and create something to inspire others as well.....  (◡‿◡✿)

How about you, what are you celebrating today?

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