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SOMETHING NEW EVERY DAY??

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My friend Kathy G. has been inspired, as she nears her 49th birthday, to try something new EVERY DAY for a year – something she’s never done before. I offered to teach her to crochet since I think that would qualify. Check out her blog and the link to the blog of the 29 year old who inspired her.

http://kathyat49.blogspot.com/

So, from this we can take some inspiration. Are there 365 stitches that are new to us? Can we learn one each day? I’m going to check into this. I know there are more than 365 stitches, but many stitches have more than one name.

Let’s start a list here of all the crochet stitches we can come up with. Please post the names of stitches you know and a link to an online site or a book where we can perhaps get instructions for duplicating the stitch. We can stipulate that this list is a good place to start:

http://www.crochetpatterncentral.com/directory/stitches.php

And, this site has some good illustrations of stitches:

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Loop Stitch

I don’t know how many stitches are demonstrated at this site, but what a find!

http://video.yahoo.com/?t=t&fr=&p=josi+hannon+madera

So, above and beyond these stitches, what can YOU add to our list? I’ll keep this discussion open as long as new stitches keep coming in. THEN maybe we’ll all take a challenge and learn a new one each day. But, we’ve gotta get more than 365 stitches to get this thing going.

Thanks in advance for your participation.

jd

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Comments

  1. This link was shared last week in my CAL list

    http://www.mypicot.com/st01.html

    There are some titles in Maggy’s site
    (http://www.maggiescrochet.com/)
    – 154 wave patterns
    – 365 crochet stitches a year
    The complete book of crochet stitch designs (500 patterns)
    – The complete book of crochet border designs (> 300 patterns)
    I don’t have this books. And I don’t know them. Only the titles suggest a LOT of stitches.
    Some lists to begin with this neat idea!

Have you read?

Cropped Chunky Granny Stitch Cardigan Crochet Pattern

There is something about a chunky granny stitch cardigan that just feels instantly wearable, isn’t there? It has that lovely handmade texture we all adore, but it still looks modern enough to throw on with jeans, wide-leg pants, a simple dress, or, if you are feeling a little festival-ready, a floaty boho skirt and boots.

This boho granny stitch cropped cardigan crochet pattern has that perfect relaxed handmade look without feeling too oversized or shapeless. The cropped length keeps it flattering, while the open granny-style stitch gives it plenty of drape and texture. I especially love it worked in a soft sage green, because it gives the whole design a calm, earthy, slightly vintage feel without looking dated.

The design features a boxy cropped body, open front styling, wide sleeves, and a textured granny-style stitch pattern that gives the cardigan its statement look. It is the kind of crochet cardigan that looks impressive but still feels approachable if you are comfortable with basic crochet stitches and joining simple garment pieces together.

This is a lovely project for crocheters who want to move beyond scarves and blankets but are not quite ready for complicated shaping. The beauty of this style is that the relaxed fit is forgiving, which makes it a good first wearable project if you have been wanting to dip your toe into crochet clothing.

The chunky texture is also a bonus for impatient crocheters — and yes, I am raising my hand here. There is nothing worse than starting a cardigan and feeling like you have committed to a six-month relationship with one sleeve. This type of open stitch pattern builds quickly and gives you that satisfying “oh look, it’s actually becoming a cardigan” feeling fairly early on.

For yarn, I would choose something soft but structured enough to hold the stitch definition. A chunky or bulky yarn in cotton blend, acrylic blend, or wool blend would work beautifully depending on the season. Sage green gives it that boho handmade look, but this pattern would also be gorgeous in oatmeal, rust, denim blue, cream, mushroom brown, or a soft dusty rose.

If you are styling it for a modern boho look, pair it with sage wide-leg pants, a simple white tank, layered necklaces, and a crossbody bag. For cooler months, it would also look lovely over a fitted long-sleeve tee with jeans and ankle boots.

What I Like About This Pattern

The cropped length makes it feel fresh and wearable.

The granny stitch texture gives it a beautiful handmade look.

The open-front shape means there is no fussing with buttons or closures.

The wide sleeves add a relaxed bohemian feel.

It is a great project for crocheters who want a wearable garment without too much shaping.

Skill Level

I would place this as an advanced beginner to intermediate crochet pattern, depending on how confident you are with garment construction. The stitching itself appears beginner-friendly if you already know the basics, but assembling a cardigan and keeping your gauge consistent does require a little patience.

If you are new to crochet garments, take your measurements before starting, check gauge properly, and don’t skip blocking. I know blocking is one of those things we all pretend we are going to do “later,” but with a cardigan like this, it really helps the stitches relax and the edges sit nicely.