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Reminder about Crochet Lesson

7/29/2011

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See the blog, dated 5/3/11 under KnotKnews Blog for more information.  It is very easy, and you don't have to know anything about crocheting to learn how to do this.  If I could learn how to do it, believe me anyone can.  It is a lot of fun, and I think I have made about 10 blankets so far with this stitch. I also learned how to do the "fan" finishing row later on, and have been going back and adding that to the ones that I had already completed. Photos are on the Handmade Products 2011 page.

Amy is going to try to come to this meeting also, so we will have more than one teacher.  If anyone else that knows how to do this already wants to come, please feel free to do so.  We will meeting Wednesday, August 3 at 2:00 at my house.  I would allow for at least an hour, but most likely 2 hours, since we have several people coming.  I have fleece already cut and with the holes punched.  If you want to use some of my fleece, I am asking you to do one of two things:  1) bring at least 2-3 yards of fleece to replace what you will be taking, along with a skein of yarn (I have been buying Red Heart Super Saver and it seems to be doing fine.  I buy it at Michael's and it is usually around $3 or $4) or 2) donate the $30.00 that we asked other members to donate if they just wanted to contribute money for material.  If you donate, I will go to JoAnn's and buy fabric and yarn.

If you want to bring your own fleece and learn how to cut the holes, I have a hole cutter you can use while you are here.  Information on the rotary cutter blade is posted on the blog on 5/2/11.   I would allow for extra time if you decide to do that because I will help with the first crochet "lesson" first so that everyone can be practicing while they are here.  IT IS VERY EASY!  Amy taught me in a matter of minutes and I just practiced until I felt comfortable with it.  I was able to edge a blanket that same evening.

We will schedule another day for the second edging lesson if you want to learn that.  Originally I thought I would just do the first one on mine because it looks fine.  BUT, then I learned how to do the second edging and I have been CRAZY around here !!!crocheting every night.  It is somewhat addictive, so I am warning you now!!!! Between Amy and I we have probably made 20 blankets.  Some are for gifts and some are for donations.  It was a great thing to do while I was taking care of my mom.

You will also need to bring your own crochet hook.
  These can be purchased at Michael's or JoAnn's for about $2.  You will need size G or 6 and I have also used an H or 8. That one is a little larger and is fine for the yarn.  Amy uses a smaller one that is F or 5.  It is up to you.  I find that I am more comfortable with a larger needle (I can see everything better!).  I use the G or 6 size and really like it.

I am so excited that we have more people helping with our blankets.  Remember that you can tie them, sew them, or crochet the edges.  We take all donations.  I already have a huge boxful in my closet so I have plenty of examples to show. (at least 26 in there).  Please let me know then if you are planning to attend.  The more the merrier!!


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Crochet Edge Video

7/13/2011

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I don't know if this will help you or confuse you, but see below for a YouTube video link about the crochet edging on fleece blankets.  I thought you might want to watch it before coming to our lesson.    The first lady explains the process of making the holes and then shows the blanket all the way to the shell stitch (which is our second row of stitching).  We will only learn the first row at the meeting on August 3. They finally turn the camera around and show it from the right side, so I think I could figure that one out later on if someone wants to learn it.  Don't worry about that now.  We are only going to do the first row (the foundation or blanket stitch). 

If you are bringing fleece to donate when you come that day, please cut the selvages off and wash it and dry it before donating.  It would REALLY help me if you squared up each side and made sure each side was straight before I have to cut the holes.  I have been cutting holes for hours this evening and I can give you a few tips when purchasing material  -  I find that patterns with lines, squares, patchwork easier to square up because you have a line to follow.  I also find that material with a lighter background makes the holes easier to see than a darker background.  I have been working with some material this evening that has a black background, and it takes twice as long to get the holes cut.    

Also, if you are donating fleece, please donate a skein of yarn that blends, coordinates, etc.  Many of the blankets that I have for you to work on are solids because they are the other half of the prints that I worked on.  The solids look good with almost anything.  I have used variegated, blending colors, opposite colors  (see website for examples).  It is really fun to mix it up!!!   The best deal seems to be if you can find the kits when they are 50% off.

Hope you get a chance to check out the website and some of the beautiful blankets that have been worked on this year.  We are ahead of the game so far, so let's keep it up!!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZtLkkJs-kXI

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Information sent out about crochet edging lesson for single fleece blankets

7/9/2011

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A day and time has been set for a lesson for those of you that want to learn how to do the first row of the crochet edging on the blanket.  This "class" will be for the first row only - the foundation or blanket stitch.  See the blog, dated 5/3/11 under KnotKnews Blog for more information.  It is very easy, and you don't have to know anything about crocheting to learn how to do this.  If I could learn how to do it, believe me anyone can.  It is a lot of fun, and I think I have made about 10 blankets so far with this stitch. I also learned how to do the "fan" finishing row later on, and have been going back and adding that to the ones that I had already completed. Photos are on the Handmade Products 2011 page.

Amy is going to try to come to this meeting also, so we will have more than one teacher.  If anyone else that knows how to do this already wants to come, please feel free to do so.  We will meeting Wednesday, August 3 at 2:00 at my house.  I would allow for at least an hour, but most likely 2 hours, since we have several people coming.  I have fleece already cut and with the holes punched.  If you want to use some of my fleece, I am asking you to do one of two things:  1) bring at least 2-3 yards of fleece to replace what you will be taking, along with a skein of yarn (I have been buying Red Heart Super Saver and it seems to be doing fine.  I buy it at Michael's and it is usually around $3 or $4) or 2) donate the $30.00 that we asked other members to donate if they just wanted to contribute money for material.  If you donate, I will go to JoAnn's and buy fabric and yarn.

If you want to bring your own fleece and learn how to cut the holes, I have a hole cutter you can use while you are here.  Information on the rotary cutter blade is posted on the blog on 5/2/11.   I would allow for extra time if you decide to do that because I will help with the first crochet "lesson" first so that everyone can be practicing while they are here.  IT IS VERY EASY!  Amy taught me in a matter of minutes and I just practiced until I felt comfortable with it.  I was able to edge a blanket that same evening.

We will schedule another day for the second edging lesson if you want to learn that.  Originally I thought I would just do the first one on mine because it looks fine.  BUT, then I learned how to do the second edging and I have been CRAZY around here !!!crocheting every night.  It is somewhat addictive, so I am warning you now!!!! Between Amy and I we have probably made 20 blankets.  Some are for gifts and some are for donations.  It was a great thing to do while I was taking care of my mom.

You will also need to bring your own crochet hook.  These can be purchased at Michael's or JoAnn's for about $2.  You will need size G or 6 and I have also used an H or 8. That one is a little larger and is fine for the yarn.  Amy uses a smaller one that is F or 5.  It is up to you.  I find that I am more comfortable with a larger needle (I can see everything better!).  If you were at the Word of Life meeting yesterday, you were looking at ones that were made with the G needle.  I think that this is the one I will be using and the one I prefer. The solid blue blanket with the variegated edge was the only one I have used the H for (as an experiment - little harder to get through the holes).  E-mail or call if you have any questions.

I am so excited that we have more people helping with our blankets.  Remember that you can tie them, sew them, or crochet the edges.  We take all donations.  I already have a huge boxful in my closet (at least 26 in there).  I will send this out again closer to the time of the meeting.  Please let me know then if you are planning to attend.  The more the merrier!!




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