Archive for 'Crochet Hooks'
A Lesson in Crochet Stitches
1. A Lesson in Crochet
(these directions are from the book, Handbook of Wool Knitting and Crochet, 1918, and are a useful resource for the patterns posted here from the book.)
The stitches and terms given herewith are such as are in general use, and were taught the writer by an English teacher of crocheting, herself […]
Posted: August 25th, 2008 under Trible Treble Stitch, single crochet, Vintage Crochet, Half Trebles, How to crochet, A Lesson in Crochet Stitches, Handbook of Wool Knitting and Crochet, 1918, Crochet, Treble Stitch, Chain Stitch, Crochet Stitches, Crochet Hooks, Plain Chain, Double Crochet Stitch, Slip Stitch, Crochet Instructions.
Comments: 1
UK/US Crochet conversions/comparisons
If you’re questioning some of the terms, sizes, and hooks used in the vintage patterns, here is a site with some good charts for converting/ comparing UK/US/Skandinavian
http://www.garnstudio.com/lang/en/includes/pinnestr.php
For Standards and Guidelines for Knitting and Crochet, The Craft Yarn Council of America complied a great site that covers measurements, yarn weight, etc. here:
http://www.yarnstandards.com/
Posted: October 10th, 2007 under Crochet, Crochet Hooks, Crochet Instructions.
Comments: none
Crochet Hooks
Hooks, or needles, as they are generally called, made of wood, bone or tortoise-shell are used for all the heavier kinds of crochet work in thick wool or cotton, and steel ones for the finer kinds. The Tunisian crochet is done with a long straight hook, which is made all in one piece. The points […]
Posted: September 17th, 2007 under Vintage Crochet, Crochet, Crochet Hooks.
Comments: none