[Nfb-krafters-korner] crochet question

[Paulette Vickery]

Hi Cathy,

First, when you make a chain it is best to use a hook 1 size bigger than the
hook you plan to use to make the piece. Also, try to crochet as relaxed as
possible, because chains are always a bit tighter than the body of the
piece.

To crochet on the other side of the chain, work your first row, then  work 2
stitches in the last chain stitch to give you a bit of ease when you turn
the corner for the other side of the chain. Then just crochet up the other
side of the chain, being sure to work an extra stitch in the other end of
the chain to match the other side. I hope this helps.

Paulette

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Sent: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 7:13 PM
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Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] crochet question

hi crocheters,

I have been attempting to make a loom knit baby blanket but it has not been
working out, so I am going to attempt to crochet it instead. what I would
like to do is a technique whose  name I don't know,  . but what it involves
is to chain, then double crochet in every chain, then go around to the other
side of the chain and double crochet that side as well, before continuing
along with the blanket. I believe it would look nicer this way. also it
would be easier to single crochet around the edge easier later too. 

however, I can't remember exactly the procedure for going  around to the
back of the chain? do I chain a few times,before moving to the back of the
chain or not?  then do I begin in the first chain and crochet in that, or do
I crochet  in to the back of the double crochet on the first side?



also, maybe this technique is not a good idea for a blanket?if so, please
let me know that. I am noticing that the chain seems to be pulling the work
in tight, so thought the double crochets on both sides might help. but maybe
it will make it worse?

I remember learning this technique but can't remember what I was making.
seems like I learned it in a class here however.
thanks for any help.

Cathy
 
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