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Gauge in any pattern is a sample you make to verify that your tension, hook, stitches, match up to the ones used in the pattern. If it doesn't match, then you make adjustments to have your gauge match that given in the pattern.
Gauge is given generally as so many stitches in an inch, or so many rows in an inch. Generally, you crochet (or knit) a sample longer and higher than 4 inches, so that you can measure in the middle of the swatch and calculate your average stitch or row per inch.
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How do you convert knitting patten in to crochet?
yes you can but it will take you a bit of time .. you have to write the pattern out in math terms .. write the knit pattern staring with number of stitches .. lengths .. decreases .. etc .. if you can do it on a graph paper it will be easy to follow .. .. now you have to match your crochet gauge to that of the knitting .. dont be concerned with the height gauge but you need to match the width gauge .. and then you can follow and use the knitting lengths ..
Is there a free crochet pattern for a baby blanket?
My favorite resource for free crochet patterns is: http://crochetpatterncentral.com/Click on "free crochet pattern directory."
Where do you find a free crochet pattern for crochet thigh highs?
Go to Crochet.com.
How can you crochet a knitted handbag?
If you already know the basics of crochet, you can use the knitting instructions to determine the size and shape you need. You would have to experiment to get the correct gauge.
Where can you find free crochet patterns of Cartoon Network characters online?
crochet pattern central or ravelry
Where can you find the gauge on a 4 ply yarn using an E or 4 crochet hook rather than an I or 9 hook?
A yarn label gives the gauge using the hook recommended for that yarn. If you are working a pattern in 4 play worsted weight yarn but using an E hook, your pattern may give you the gauge. Given you do not have a pattern from which to work, you will have to make a swatch to determine the gauge as it is different from person to person depending your personal tension as you work.
How many different hooks do you need for crochet?
A crochet hook is a tool, and together with the type of yarn you want to use, will help you achieve the gauge you need in the fabric you want to crochet. There is no number as a maximum, but you do need at least one.
What is more important when buying yarn the length or the weight?
When following a knitting or crochet pattern, the weight of the yarn is the most important part or your project. The weight of the yarn and needles used will determine your gauge as stated in your pattern. This assures you that the pattern you are working on will turn out as it suppose to.
Is there a crochet pattern for the Pillsbury dough boy?
Absolutely! I found one immediately using a search engine and the terms, "Pillsbury Doughboy Crochet Pattern." He is adorable! Have fun with your new pattern.
Can you knit a crochet butterfly?
You can knit, or crochet, or mix the two crafts to fashion a butterfly.You can either make up a pattern or find a pattern of the butterfly you want to craft.
What does continue in pattern as established mean in crochet?
This will be a hypothetical crochet pattern here; Row 1: double crochet 3, single crochet three, double crochet 3. Repeat in pattern as established. Repeating in pattern as established basically means double crochet the double crochets and single crochet the single crochets. It means repeat whatever you did to make the stitch pattern over and over again to keep the pattern going. The hypothetical pattern I used below may have been for a wave but not sure. These "established patterns" can be one row or fifty rows. it just means work through each row and then once the one pattern repeat is finished (meaning you've worked all those fifty rows) then you start at row 1 again and work your way up. Hope that helps.
What does sc in next ch-1 sp ch 1 mean in crochet pattern?
It means "single crochet". The stitch is the shortest of the crochet stitches and makes a very compact garment. Other notations can be double crochet, half double crochet, and even double triple crochet.Always read the whole pattern thoroughly before you begin your work.To sc in sc means to place your next single crochet stitch into the next single crochet stitch from the previous row. If your next stitch is a chain, for example, you would skip it and go to the next single crochet. Be aware that sometimes there will be a typographical error in a pattern, so be alert to how the stitch works in the pattern you are using.
