Learn how to crochet the Rope crochet stitchYears and Years ago, when I was around the age of 12, I made myself a blanket that turned into one of my favorites. One of the reasons I loved it so much was because it used this stitch that reminded me of a twisted rope. It was fun to crochet a little texture on a blanket that mostly used a V stitch. I don't remember if the pattern gave this stitch a name (I don't think it did) and I honestly haven't seen this stitch used much since then but it left a lasting impression on my crochet mind. 30+ years later, as I was trying to de-clutter our home, I found that well used blanket stashed away in a safe and I knew it was time to crochet with this stich once more. I remember being slightly confused at first when trying to crochet this stitch because back then, patterns I had were only written instructions. When I decided to use it for my own design, I knew it would be a great time to do a video tutorial for those who learn better from videos than photos. This stitch is used in my Ropes & Wheels Blanket crochet pattern which can be purchased HERE. Now for the fun part! Grab your crochet hook and some yarn, work up a few rows of basic stitches such as single, half double or double crochet to about 12" wide to give you a base to practice the Rope Stich with. **This post contains affiliate links through which I may earn a small commission for purchases made at no extra cost to you**
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It's time for another new blanket crochet pattern to keep our hooks a hooking! You know how I love texture and I've had a lot of fun creating appliques on blankets that don't have to be sewn in at the end. The Rings of Ribbon Blanket was such a pretty little design that I wanted to use the ribbons in something larger for older girls. The Wrapped in Ribbon Chevron Blanket is still full of fun and texture but not so "Baby-ish" allowing toddlers, children and even teens to snuggle in cuteness! Introducing the new Wild Flower Blanket crochet pattern I am SO excited to introduce my new Wild Flower Blanket crochet pattern to you! At the age of 16, I began selling the blankets I would make. At the time, I had a goal to make a blanket for every single member of my family. As my siblings started getting married and having kids, this task kept me busy. Blankets are a passion of mine though and I enjoyed every minute of the process and even more when each family member received their gift. It was so fun to see my nieces and nephews snuggle up in their own blanket that I made. As I started designing, a few of them even had a blanket designed specifically with them in mind. My kids outgrew the blankets I made them faster than I wish they would have. I love watching them learn and grow but time goes WAY to fast!!!
With their growth, it was time to start designing my girls new blankets that would be big enough to last them longer. This Wild Flower Blanket was designed for my youngest. She absolutely loves the outdoors. Over the years, she has taught me to appreciate the simple little things in life. One of my other favorite hobbies is gardening. We have a wide variety of beautiful flowers in our yard and I work hard to keep it looking as pretty and enjoyable as possible. When she was younger, she was constantly picking flowers for me. I would kindly take them but it would frustrate me because I also wanted flowers to be left alone to show outside. My hubby got after me one day and reminded me that she's just picking them to show me she loves me - I know, I really do. It was just a battle of hard work and being able to enjoy the full beauty and taking a step back to appreciate her love for the flowers and me too. It's Crochet Pattern Release time!Over the years, I’ve designed blankets specifically for close and extended family and they’ve all been used and loved. This months new release is one I designed for my 3rd daughter. She’s a little farm girl and would move in with my parents if she could just to be on the farm. She loves the cowgirl / country style and I thought this would be perfect for her. Sadly, she didn’t want it because it didn’t have fringe so I started designing a different blanket for her that will be released early next year. Yes, I know I could have added fringe but I loved this one as it was and it all worked out perfectly with a new blanket for her. That's one of the benefits of loving to make blankets! There is always another one waiting to be created and plenty of family and friends and service opportunities to give them to. In the mean time, I’ll set this one aside for another special person. This one is worked bottom up and I chose to work over the strands of yarn on each row so there wouldn't be a ton of ends to weave in at the end (my LEAST favorite part of color changing). Of course, I had to add some texture so the borders were the perfect canvas for that. I've included a chart of the checkered heart at the end of the pattern to help keep track of the rows you're working. It comes in handy! This crochet pattern is an easy to intermedtiate skill level. If' you're familiar with how to crochet post stitches and read patterns, you should be able to work this one. I hope you'll LOVE the Checkmate Heart Throw and can whip one up for someone you care for this month. Be sure to Pin this page and share the link with your crochet friends so they can enjoy it too! It REALLY helps me out when you spread the word about my patterns and I appreciate your help!!! Crochet Pattern - Boho Diamond Textured ThrowSkill Level: Intermediate Terms: US Crochet Terminology Materials: 4ww yarn Pink - 1600 yards Linen - 500 yards Brown - 300 yards Finished Size: 4’x6’ blocked Hook: J/10-6.00mm Gauge: 13 dc & 8 rows = 4” Stitches/Abbreviations: st(s) - stitch(es), sl st - slip stitch, ch - chain, yo - yarn over, sc - single crochet, hdc - half double crochet, dc - double crochet tr - treble crochet dtr - double treble crochet FPtr - Front post treble crochet FPdtr - Front post double treble crochet rsc - reverse single crochet Special Stitches: Foundation Chain: If you’re unfamiliar with how to work foundation chains, these tutorials may help Photo: https://craftingfriendsdesigns.blogspot.com/2015/02/double-crochet-foundation-chain-photo.html Video: https://www.craftingfriendsdesigns.com/bloggingfun/hdc-foundation-chain-video-tutorial (This video shows how to work the sc, hdc and dc foundation chains) FPtr4tog: Front post treble crochet 4 together - [yo 2x, insert hook from front to back to front around indicated st, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops on hook, yo, pull through 2 loops on hook,]4x, yo, pull through all 5 loops on hook Notes:
For hdc: https://www.craftingfriendsdesigns.com/bloggingfun/video-tutorial-for-the-standing-hdc For others: http://jessieathome.com/crochet-techniques-chainless-row-turns-sc-hdc-dc/
It's GREAT to be back! I've sure missed being active with the crochet community over the past 2 years. When I took an office job in 2019, I knew I would miss everyone but I knew I would not give up on designing. It's not as easy to accomplish everything that needs to be done working full time and taking care of my little family but they are my priority so being able to consistently release new designs had to be placed on the back burner. I still had my crochet time late at night when everyone went to bed so I've been able to design a LOT of new blankets and have them ready to start releasing 1 each month. Now that the big projects are out of the way, I'm hoping to design some smaller projects too. My daughter Brooklynn loves the boho style and asked me to design her a boho blanket. After designing the Royal Christmas Tree Skirt (found HERE), I knew I wanted to use some of the stitches from that to create a blanket. I fell in love with the post stitches connected with puff stitches! She's waited almost a full year to use this blanket and was Thrilled that I finally handed it off to her. I hope that you will enjoy crocheting this Boho Diamond Textured Throw as much as I did and I know that you'll receive Many, Many compliments! Pattern DetailsSkill Level: Intermediate Size: 48” x 80” Materials: 2875 yards main blanket 215 yards for fringe (optional) Hook: Size I- 5.5mm Gauge: 13 hdc & 10 Rows = 4” Stitches: ch – chain, st(s) – stitch(es), yo - yarn over, sl st – slip stitch, sl st – slip stitch, hdc - half double crochet, dc – double crochet, tr - treble crochet Special Stitches: (FPdc) Front Post Double Crochet: Yo, insert hook from front to back to front around indicated stitch, yo, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook), yo, pull through 2 loops, yo, pull through remaining 2 loops (FPtr) Front Post Treble Crochet: yo 2x, insert hook from front to back to front around indicated stitch, yo, pull up a loop, (4 loops on hook), [yo, pull through 2 loops on hook]3x (FPdcHdcTog) Front Post Double Crochet Half Double Crochet Together: Yo, insert hook around post of indicated st from front to back to front, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops on hook, yo, insert hook in top of indicated stitch, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through all 4 loops on hook Note: When working in the top of skipped stitches, work behind the front post just worked (FPtrHdcTog) Front Post Treble Hdc Together: Yo 2x, insert hook around post of indicated st from front to back to front, yo, pull up a loop, [yo, pull through 2 loops on hook]2x, yo, insert hook in top of indicated st, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull though all 4 loops on hook Note: When working in the top of skipped stitches, work behind the front post just worked Bobble Stitch: [Yo, insert hook around post of indicated stitch, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops on hook]5x, yo, pull through all 6 loops on hook (hhdc) Herringbone Half Double Crochet: Yo, insert hook in indicated stitch, yo, pull through stitch and first loop on hook, yo, pull through remaining 2 loops on hook Notes:
Crocheting is fun! Crocheting textured stitches is the best and creating stitches that pop takes projects to a whole new level!
If you're worried about crocheting some fun new projects like the Wrapped in Ribbon blankets, check out the video tutorial below. It's easier than it looks! Crochet project ideas that take time to decide if you like them or not...Wonderful new textured crochet blanket patternFor years, I have absolutely loved the look of the various wheel stitches. Using color to play up the texture brings an amazing accent to any room. Fringe has always been a fun touch to those blankets that are placed across couches or bed. They give that extra feeling of "Hey, Look at me!" This Ropes and Wheels Blanket would be stunning in a single color and is wonderful in many. Crochet Pattern Details Skill Level: Intermediate Terms: US Crochet Terminology Materials: 4ww yarn such as Premier Yarns Everyday yarn or similar 790 yards Blue Heather (main blanket) 1363 yards Snow White (main blanket) 790 yards Terracotta Heather (main blanket) 192 yards Snow White (for fringe only) Finished Size: 47” x 70” or customize Hook: I/9-5.50mm Gauge: 7 sc & 9 rows = 2” Stitches/Abbreviations: st(s) - stitch(es), sl st - slip stitch, ch - chain, yo - yarn over, sc - single crochet, hdc - half double crochet, dc - double crochet, tr - treble crochet Special Stitches: Hdc Foundation Chain: If you’re unfamiliar with foundation chains, these tutorials may help Photo: http://craftingfriendsdesigns.blogspot.com/2014/12/hdc-chainless-foundation.html Video: https://www.craftingfriendsdesigns.com/bloggingfun/hdc-foundation-chain-video-tutorial Front Post Single Crochet (FPsc): Insert hook from front to back to front around post of indicated stitch, yo, pull loop through, yo, pull through both loops on hook 4 Back Post Double Crochet Cluster (4BPdcCL): [Yo, insert hook from back to front to back around next dc, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops on hook]4x, yo, pull through all 5 loops on hook, ch 1 Back Post Double Crochet Cluster (BPdcCL): [Yo, insert hook from back to front to back around next dc, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops on hook]8x, yo, pull through all 9 loops on hook, ch 1 Beginning Standing stitches: These stitches are used to start each row in place of a turning chain. If you are unfamiliar with working these stitches, you can find a video tutorial here: http://jessieathome.com/crochet-techniques-chainless-row-turns-sc-hdc-dc/ Note: If you prefer to use turning chains, chain the amount needed for the first stitch height and then work a regular sc, hdc or dc in the very first stitch as written. Do not use the chain as a stitch. Notes: This pattern uses standing stitches to begin each row Photos showing stitch placement are on the last page of pattern and are referenced as P1, P2, P3 etc. When changing colors, do so in the last step of the last stitch of the row before the color change (c) 2019 Copyright by Kate Wagstaff of Crafting Friends Designs (c) 2019 Photo Copyright by Ash & Co It is ILLEGAL to copy, share or upload this pattern to sites for others to access. You are welcome to sell the finished items you crochet using this pattern.
Crochet pattern details:Clouded Skies Blanket crochet pattern ~ Worked in strips and stitched together with a pretty butterfly chain. This pattern is available on Bluprint as a kit with the yarn included Skill Level: Easy Terms: US Crochet Terminology Materials: 1900 yards Sprightly Spectrum 4ww yarn or similar 16 stitch markers, safety pins or strands of yarn to mark corner stitches of each section Finished Size: 48” x 60” Hook: J/10-6.00mm Gauge: Rows 1-15 = 7” high x 10” wide Stitches/Abbreviations: st(s) - stitch(es), sl st - slip stitch, ch - chain, yo - yarn over, hdc - half double crochet, dc - double crochet Special Stitches: Hdc Foundation Chain: If you’re unfamiliar with how to work foundation chains, this photo tutorial may help: http://craftingfriendsdesigns.blogspot.com/2014/12/hdc-ch... Or a video tutorial is available here: https://www.craftingfriendsdesigns.com/bloggingfun/hdc-fo... Herringbone hdc: Yo, insert hook in indicated st, yo, pull up a loop, pull through 1 loop on hook, yo, Pull through both loops on hook 2 dcCL: yo, insert hook in indicated st, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops on hook2x, yo, pull through all 3 loops on hook 3 dcCL: yo, insert hook in indicated st, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops on hook3x, yo, pull through all 4 loops on hook Clouded Skies Blanket crochet pattern available in the following places:Are you ready for a new and unique square blanket crochet pattern?So, here's the deal... ANYONE can take a simple stitch out of a crochet stitch book, make a large swatch of it, call it a blanket and say they designed it. To me, it's not really designing unless you do something extra. Make it unique to you and change things up a little or a lot. If you've followed me very long, you know that I am obsessed with blankets. I absolutely LOVE them! I love creating them, crocheting them, wrapping up in them and gifting them! I have a few simple blanket patterns available that use basic stitches and they're nice to have around. When I see them, they seem comfy and useful but don't bring me joy. I love the challenge of using a variety of stitches that you don't typically see worked together. I want that Ahhh moment when I crochet something amazing. More than that, I want YOU to feel that AHHH moment when you finish crocheting one of my blanket patterns. I want YOU to feel accomplished and feel the joy each time you wrap up in the blanket you made or see the look on a friend's face when they open the gift you made especially for them. **This post contains Affiliate links. I may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no extra cost to you.** I've wanted to create a square blanket for quite a while now. I just needed the right yarn/color inspiration and some stitches to speak to me. Months ago, I was strolling the yarn isles at my local JoAnn's store and they had Premier Yarn's Everyday yarn for $2 a skein. I could NOT pass that deal up!!! I filled my cart with some amazing fall colors that I wanted to work and then noticed some baby yarn too. It's been years since I've worked with baby yarn and for this price, I figured I'd bring something to life. I grabbed all the grey, white and pink they had. THIS was going to be adorable no matter how it ended. As I started crocheting my first swatch with these colors, I realized that the pink was a 4ww and not the baby yarn. Darn it! I should have paid attention though I won't complain about another yarn shopping day lol. I set the pink aside for something else and ordered the yellow online. I am thrilled with the change! The Sunny Day Blanket has been a lot of fun to crochet and I've really enjoyed playing with a bunch of beautiful textured stitches . I hope that you'll have fun crocheting this along with me! This is a great blanket to play with color so grab your stash and make it yours. The original is worked in Premier Everyday Baby Yarn #3 in yellow, grey and white. I'm working a 2nd blanket to crochet with you during this Crochet - A - Long using Premier Everyday Antipilling #4ww Yarn in rainbow colors.
Sunny Day Blanket DetailsSkill Level: Intermediate
Terms: US Crochet Terminology Materials: 2455 total yards Premier Yarns Everyday Baby #3 DK Light or similar 735 yards Grey 742 yards White 978 yards Yellow Note: Other sizes of yarn may be used though your final size will vary Finished Size: 53” x 53” Hook: G/6-4.25mm Gauge: Checkpoints given throughout pattern Stitches/Abbreviations: st(s) - stitch(es) sl st - slip stitch ch - chain yo - yarn over sc - single crochet hdc - half double crochet dc - double crochet tr - treble crochet |
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