How to create a crochet pattern on graph paper
How do you make your own crochet pattern?
Here are some tips for your first crochet pattern:
- Start very simple. Give yourself some early success to build on!
- Work small. Crochet a small motif or swatch — don’t start with a big blanket!
- Avoid increasing and decreasing.
- Work in rows.
- Repeat rows of your favorite stitches.
How do you make a crochet grid?
How do you make Graphghans?
Graphghans (afghans made from graphs) are a pretty simple concept: lay out your design in a graph, then stitch it up. Each square of your graph represents a block or stitch. If you’ve ever worked from a colorwork knitting chart or dabbled in cross-stitch, you get the idea.
How do you enlarge a crochet pattern on a graph?
Ways to Re-size a Crochet Pattern
- Add chains to the pattern. Adding chains to your crochet pattern is one of the easiest ways to make it larger or smaller.
- Use a larger hook size.
- Double strand the yarn.
- Resize the stitches.
- Use thicker yarn.
Can you double a crochet pattern?
As single crochet stitches are square, in theory you can double the size of an amigurumi pattern without changing the yarn or hook by doubling both the number of stitches in each round and the number of rounds, so each stitch of the pattern is turned into a 2×2 square of stitches (2 stitches wide and 2 rounds tall).
How do you shrink a crochet pattern?
Does using a larger crochet hook use less yarn?
If you are using the same pattern (same number of stitches and rows/rounds), a larger crochet hook will use up more yarn. If you are going for the same size of project (say a 36 by 36 inch blanket), a larger crochet hook will use up less yarn.
What happens when you use the wrong size crochet hook?
Choosing the right crochet hook sizes is a critical first step when making a crochet project. The hook that you choose, combined with the yarn and your tension, will impact the gauge of the piece. If you choose the wrong crochet hook, you might end up with a sweater that is much smaller or larger than intended.
Why does my crochet project get narrower?
Your flat crochet is getting bigger or smaller because:
You’re not starting the row in the right place. You’re not ending the row in the right place. You’re skipping stitches along the row somewhere. You’re crocheting two stitches into one space, therefore adding stitches along the row somewhere.
How do you crochet straight edges every time?
Does it matter which way you turn your work in crochet?
It may not seem like it matters, but turning in crochet ought to be done consistently each time. That is, you should be turning the same way every time you turn to the next side. The turn creates a neat edge, which is important if you are joining two pieces or seaming garments.
Why is my crochet blanket not straight?
The most obvious, and most common, reason that people fail to crochet straight edges is because they are putting too many or too few stitches into the row. Make sure that you count your stitches as you go and that they always add up to the correct number.
Is it better to crochet tight or loose?
You don’t want your tension to be too loose, yet you don’t want it to be too tight. You want it to be juust right. When you’re crocheting, you want your yarn to glide through your fingers at a consistent rate. You shouldn’t be straining your yarn or letting it hang loose.
How do you crochet a row without turning it?
Row 1:Without turning your work, insert your hook into the next stitch. Row 2:Wrap the yarn around the crochet hook and pull the yarn through the stitch. Row 3:Wrap the yarn around the crochet hook and pull the yarn through both stitches on your hook.
Is it normal for crochet to curl?
When the corners of your crochet project are starting to curl and just won’t lie flat, you may need to try adjusting your tension. Stitches that are worked too tightly together result in a stiff fabric, which often causes the corners to curl in. One way to prevent curled corners is by simply loosening your stitches.
Why does my round crochet curl?
If the hook you’re using is too small for the yarn weight, your crochet circle may curl. 2. Your gauge may be off. If you crochet tightly, this may cause the fabric to curl.
How do I keep my crochet edges from curling?
To reduce the curl, make more rounds of single crochet until the fabric relaxes and lies flat. Or try adding a more elaborate decorative crochet border, perhaps with pretty picots or sassy shells. One thing that knitters love about a crocheted edge is that you’re working with a single loop.
Is blocking necessary in crochet?
It really depends on what it is and what it’s going to be used for. Items like amigurumi do not need blocking, where as accessories and homewears are more of a grey area. Clothes, for me, are a must! However, I would advise, as a minimum for most finished crochet projects, a quick wash and flat dry.
Should I wash crochet blanket before gifting?
On items like blankets and towels, I always like washing prior to giving away so that I can make sure that the yarn color doesn’t bleed and I can weave in any loose ends that I might not have secured tightly enough.
Do I need to block granny squares before joining?
You do not HAVE to block your squares. I am sure millions of perfectly good afghans have been made without blocking. If you do decide to block your work you can block each square individually before joining, or block the whole blanket once complete.
How do I get my crochet to lay flat?
How do you crochet a perfect flat circle?
What is the best yarn to use for crocheting a rug?
Although wool yarn is great for rugs (and used traditionally in punch needle rugs and rug hooking), acrylic yarn is the best yarn to use for a crochet rug. It’s washable, durable, and there’s a wide variety of colors and weights to choose from.