Creation of Soft Animals with Crochet
Legs 1
A course by Kerry Lord , Crochet designer
About the video: Legs 1
Overview
“In this lesson, I'll show you how to make our Highland cow by crafting the legs. Although we only need four, I recommend starting with five to practice the loop stitch and get comfortable shaping through increases and decreases.”
In this video lesson Kerry Lord addresses the topic: Legs 1, 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 now it's time to start making our Highland Cow and we're going to begin with the legs. And although our cow only needs four legs, I'm actually going to recommend you making five legs to begin with. And this is because the end legs will be using the loop stitch that we've learned already, but that means that it can be quite difficult to see your stitches when you're learning to do the shaping for the first time. So I would say let's make one leg first with no loops in so that you get to grips with doing both that increasing and that decreasing in a small shape. And then we'll go on to mak...”
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Course summary for: Creation of Soft Animals with Crochet
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Category
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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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