Crochet -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article

Crochet -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article:

"The word crochet is derived from the Middle French word croc or croche, meaning hook. It describes the process of creating fabric from a length of cord, yarn, or thread with a hooked tool. The origin of the crochet technique is a subject of considerable controversy. The word is not to be confused with 'crotchet', otherwise known as a (A musical note having the time value of a quarter of a whole note) quarter note."


Definition of Crochet - facts and more orgin info.

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History of Crocheting

CrochetWithDee.com ~ History of Crocheting: "A 'lil Bit of History on the Art of Crocheting
by Dee Stanziano


Little is known of it's earliest history, but it is believed that the earliest crocheted projects were to have been made by finger crocheting (meaning the use of fingers instead of the traditional hook that we use today). During the Renaissance period, both upper class and lower class women crocheted several strands of thread (like macrame) to produce lace-like fabrics, imitating European lace. The website, The Renaissance Tailor discusses how a man's cape on display at the Victoria and Albert Museum uses the crochet braid as an adornment from the late 16th and early 17th century. "

For those that love History and Crochet this may interest you.

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Origin of Crochet

Stefan's Florilegium:

"C R O C H E T & I T S O R I G I N S -- F A Q

THE EVIDENCE (OR LACK OF)
The earliest *physical* evidence of any kind for the thread technique we now
know as crochet dates to about 1800. If crochet was done earlier, we would
expect to find *some* actual examples somewhere -- in old collections, from
tombs, from archaeological digs. I've never heard of any that have been examined
by textile-knowledgeable people that have proved to actually be crochet -- they
are all something else. (Usually naalbinding, a completely different technique"


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Guess What more Free Crochet Patterns....

Index of the free patterns:

"Crochet patterns for the home
Crochet patterns in adult sizes
Crochet patterns in children's sizes
Crochet patterns in infant's sizes "


I like Free Patterns.

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Crochet Pattern Central - Free, Online Crochet Patterns - Beginner Crochet Instructions - Crochet Tips, Tricks, Testimonials and More!

Crochet Pattern Central - Free, Online Crochet Patterns - Beginner Crochet Instructions - Crochet Tips, Tricks, Testimonials and More!:

"Updated weekly, Crochet Pattern Central is an online directory featuring thousands of links to free crochet patterns, with over ninety categories from which to choose, including afghans, hats, doilies, ponchos, kitchen, clothing, holiday and baby crochet."


FREE free and more Free Crochet Patterns - Yeah!

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Crochet Cabana - learn to crochet, free patterns, tutorials, charity

Crochet Cabana - learn to crochet, free patterns, tutorials, charity: "Welcome to Crochet Cabana"


Check out the Crochet Cabana!

I give this site 4 stars.

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stitch left handed

view basic stitch left hand: "Basic Stitch for Left Handed People page 1

There are 6 pages of help for left handed crocheters here.

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Crochet -- Afghan Stitch

StitchGuide.com -- Crochet -- Afghan Stitch: "Instructions and illustrations

If starting the work with an afghan stitch: Chain number indicated in pattern, insert hook in 2nd ch from hook, yo, draw up 1/4' lp, (insert hook in next ch, yo, draw up 1/4' lp) across, leaving all lps on hook, do not turn; to work lps off hook, (yo, draw through 2 lps on hook) across, leaving one lp on hook at end of row."

Afghan Stich Help...There is even a video :)

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Crochet Help and Information

Crochet Help and Information: "
Bead Crochet

Bella Crochet Library

Book/Pattern Sources

Charity Listing

Designers

Free Pattens on the Web

Lessons Library

Reviews

Thread Crochet

Tricks,Tips, How To�s

Useful Misc.

Yarn


Cool Crochet and Hats and Scarves
Two of the latest additions to add to your crochet library more..."



This Site Has a Ton of Useful information.

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Left handed Crochet

About.com:

Crochet Lessons for Left-Handers

The Crochet Guild of America welcomes you to the wonderful world of crochet. We hope that these lessons will get you started, and that you will soon be as hooked on crochet as we are!


Ok Lefties this is for you.

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Size Charts For Clothing And Other Items

Size Charts For Clothing And Other Items: "Size Charts For Clothing And Other Items
Charts showing sizes and measurements for clothing and other items, which can be helpful when designing or adjusting the size of crocheted items. Articles & Resources

Baby Measurements for Layette Clothes
Measurements for preemie birth weight sizes through 11 lbs.

Children's Sizes
Yarn Forward - Table for an average size child, with chest sizes "

Size Charts that can really help you adjust.

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Conversion Charts For Crocheting

Conversion Charts For Crocheting: "Conversion Charts For Crocheting
Charts for converting hook sizes, American vs English abbreviations and so forth. Articles & Resources

American vs English Abbreviations
At Her Hobbies: A chart showing crochet abbreviations, with both the American and English abbreviation shown in any column where there is a difference between the two.

Converting Patterns Between Knit and Crochet
Easy and Cheap Crafts site: Tips to help you when converting a pattern between crocheting and knitting."


This is a tremendous Resource for all your converting needs.

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How To Crochet and Crocheting Resources

How To Crochet and Crocheting Resources: "Free Crochet Patterns and Free Crochet Lessons
Easy, how-to crochet instructions including illustrations and abbreviations in English, Spanish and French.
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Great Free patterns and Crochet lessons

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