What NOT to Crochet? Who says so?

April 14, 2009 by jd wolfe

OOOH, Maybe they got it right with this one. Pretty

but disorienting, to say the least!

What, I ask you, is wrong with this?

not my style, but sorta cute
When I ran across the site :

http://whatnottocrochet.wordpress.com/

I had to check it out. I was amazed at some of the things that the knitting site owner found unworthy. For each of those projects, I could point out a similar number in knit – projects that just DO NOT WORK!

Well, I’m just practical enough that I’m not going to crochet a sweater or afghan with ‘FunFur’! Not only do I not need the extra bulk on my frame that such yarn would add, I can’t imagine caring for such an item. I find FunFur fine for a smattering of trim on other items. IMO it should be used as an accent only. But – that’s just my opinion.

I do visit that site from time to time and have learned from other crocheters that there is a similar site called ‘What Not to Knit’. That gives me some comfort! Don’t know if it’s a crocheter or knitter who moderates that site – but at least there is parity in the Yarniverse so I am happy.

So, instead of paying attention to what NOT to crochet – I say, just go crochet SOMETHING. It’s stress reducing, fun, not terribly expensive, productive, and satisfying. Who could ask for anything more?

Comments

kelebek says
April 15, 2009 at 4:44 am
It is an unfair assumption that the owner of the blog is a knitter. I recommend you check out her personal blog called “Safety Boots and Crochet.” She’s a crocheter!
Cindy says
February 11, 2011 at 5:37 pm
LOL, For those who don’t know what is wrong with it, wear it so the rest of us can snicker.

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