New Stitch, New Yarn, New Design
Last week I showed you a new yarn I had ready for my hook (here). Today I'm popping in to show you how beautifully the Scheepjes Stonewashed* is working up. And in my "playing", I created a new textured and interesting stitch pattern that makes me happy.
One of my favorite things about crochet is the versatility of textures. Using the very same stitches--US dc here--but with a little tweaking of the stitch placement, you can do magical things.
Pretty nifty texture, huh?
Last week I hadn't actually had the Stonewashed on my hook, so was a bit uncertain about how it would work up. I'm very pleased to say I loooove it! I am particularly excited about the smoothness on my hook--no splitting or snagging--and delightful stitch definition, too.
I have also found not a single knot yet--and I'm on my third ball. I like that!
If you're thinking this is a bit less color than you typically see from me, you are correct. It's not because there aren't plenty of gorgeous colors available in Stonewashed* (36 in all), but the design just seemed to "ask" for simple color--to really feature the texture, I suppose. The color here is Amazonite, but I've got a few balls of Red Jasper and one of Lemon Quartz to play with, too. Don't be surprised if I add a titch more color later. (I just can't help myself!)
So, I'm intentionally teasing you a bit, by not telling you what it is. But I will say it is a wearable accessory. I think the cotton/acrylic blend is perfect against the skin--and it's the season where folks start their holiday gift projects, right? I know I do!
Stop by next week to see the full reveal--with the free crochet pattern coming shortly after.
I hope all is well in your part of the world and that you're feeling peace, love and joy--even if things are not perfect.
Let's chat again this time next week! In the meantime, stay in the "Button" loop with me on Facebook, Instagram (@FeltedButton) and Pinterest.
| On the Board | -- Rely on the Lord, for only He can turn a mess into a message, a test into a testimony, a trial into a triumph and what's broken into something beautiful. ~~Zandra Vranes
*This post contains affiliate links which if used by you don't cost you any more but allow me to continue providing free patterns.
One of my favorite things about crochet is the versatility of textures. Using the very same stitches--US dc here--but with a little tweaking of the stitch placement, you can do magical things.
Pretty nifty texture, huh?
Last week I hadn't actually had the Stonewashed on my hook, so was a bit uncertain about how it would work up. I'm very pleased to say I loooove it! I am particularly excited about the smoothness on my hook--no splitting or snagging--and delightful stitch definition, too.
I decided to use a 4mm hook with mine, even though the suggested hook size is 3-3.5mm. This was mainly because the yarn has a little halo and I was concerned that the slip stitch ribbing portion might not frog well. Besides, I always like a bit larger hook when I slip stitch crochet. I'm happy to say that I haven't had trouble frogging the dc at all--with only a little trouble on the ribbing.
I have also found not a single knot yet--and I'm on my third ball. I like that!
If you're thinking this is a bit less color than you typically see from me, you are correct. It's not because there aren't plenty of gorgeous colors available in Stonewashed* (36 in all), but the design just seemed to "ask" for simple color--to really feature the texture, I suppose. The color here is Amazonite, but I've got a few balls of Red Jasper and one of Lemon Quartz to play with, too. Don't be surprised if I add a titch more color later. (I just can't help myself!)
So, I'm intentionally teasing you a bit, by not telling you what it is. But I will say it is a wearable accessory. I think the cotton/acrylic blend is perfect against the skin--and it's the season where folks start their holiday gift projects, right? I know I do!
Stop by next week to see the full reveal--with the free crochet pattern coming shortly after.
I hope all is well in your part of the world and that you're feeling peace, love and joy--even if things are not perfect.
Let's chat again this time next week! In the meantime, stay in the "Button" loop with me on Facebook, Instagram (@FeltedButton) and Pinterest.
| On the Board | -- Rely on the Lord, for only He can turn a mess into a message, a test into a testimony, a trial into a triumph and what's broken into something beautiful. ~~Zandra Vranes
*This post contains affiliate links which if used by you don't cost you any more but allow me to continue providing free patterns.
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