Creation of Soft Animals with Crochet
Reading a Pattern, Counting Stitches and Crocheting rounds
A course by Kerry Lord , Crochet designer
About the video: Reading a Pattern, Counting Stitches and Crocheting rounds
Overview
“In this lesson, I'll teach you how to read crochet patterns, use markers, and count stitches. Ideal for creating our Highland Cow project, I'll show you how to master pattern reading and the meaning of essential abbreviations like RND for rounds.”
In this video lesson Kerry Lord addresses the topic: Reading a Pattern, Counting Stitches and Crocheting rounds, which is part of the Domestika online course: Creation of Soft Animals with Crochet. Learn all the crochet techniques needed to create and design hundreds of cute amigurumi animals..
Partial transcription of the video
“So in this lesson, we're going to learn how to read your crochet pattern and also how to use a stitch marker and be able to count your stitches to know where you are as you go along. So to make our project, our Highland Cow, what we're going to do is a bit of a practice piece is to work through reading the pattern of the body. Now, understanding the abbreviations, RND means round. And that's because this style of crochet, what we're doing is we're constantly crocheting in one direction round in a circle or a spiral, as you'll see as we start to work on the pattern. And the stitch that we've...”
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Course summary for: Creation of Soft Animals with Crochet
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Areas
Amigurumi, Arts & Crafts, Crochet, Fiber Arts, Textile Design, Toy Design
Kerry Lord
A course by Kerry Lord
Kerry Lord, the visionary founder of the TOFT luxury yarn brand, has become a celebrated figure in the world of crochet. Based in Warwickshire, England, her journey began with a small herd of alpacas that inspired her passion for crafting. Kerry's unique fusion of creativity and precision is reflected in her designs, a skill honed from her background in English Literature. Her love for storytelling breathes life into every crochet pattern she creates, giving each character a personality of its own. As the author of twelve published crochet pattern books, Kerry has established herself as a leading authority, offering innovative patterns that appeal to both beginners and seasoned crocheters.
Throughout her career, Kerry has consistently prioritized the use of high-quality materials, believing that they enhance the crafting experience and final outcomes. Her expertise extends to grading and sorting alpaca fleece, blending colors, and understanding the nuances of natural fibers. Kerry's dedication to spreading joy through handmade creations has led to the growth of TOFT from a small business to a thriving enterprise. Her designs, initially born from a beginner's perspective, have evolved to incorporate more complex techniques, ensuring they remain accessible while offering a rewarding challenge.
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