Crocodile stitch crochet afghan this is a warm and cozy crochet blanket that is popular with our readers right now. The stitch pattern is easy to memorize and youll love snuggling under this stunning crochet afghan pattern as you work it up. Crocodile stitch afghan square oombawka design this afghan square comes with lots of photos showing how to crochet the crocodile stitch from start to finish. Jan 19, 2017 learning how to crochet the crocodile stitch crocodile crochet stitch scarf crocodile crochet stitch tutorial crocodile crochet stitch written instructions crocodile crochet stitch blanket. I recommend this book for the intermediate to advanced crocheter interested in the cover afghan and the crocodile stitch. Jan, 2014 crocodile stitch blanket this blanket has a very striking appearance and is very heavy and warm. It still amazes me that i put something together this big in so short a time. The crazy crocodile afghan socalled because the body of this afghan is made using the crazy crochet stitch c2c while the borders are done using the popular crocodile stitch.
Crocodile stitch, ch 1, sk 3 sts, crocodile stitch, ch 1, sk 3 sts, crocodile stitch, sc in dc from round 5, repeat from around, sl st to beg. The potholder will lie flat once you join the individual pieces together. Instead of showing the wrong side of the double crochet forming every scale, we modified the stitch so you get to see the more beautiful side of the right side of the double crochets. One of the crochet stitches thats important for the house bag is the. Learn how to crochet five different beautiful afghans and throws, all made using berroco comfort dk or worstsedweight yarn.
Afghan crochet stitch to work afghan crochet stitch you will need an afghan hook and compatible weight yarn. Dec 16, 2010 thank you so much for these you tube tutorials. My online research led me to a number of sites, one of which was ravelry. Crocodile stitch swatch photo by john polak, from the crocheters skillbuilding workshop. This afghan square comes with lots of photos showing how to crochet the crocodile stitch from start to finish. Make crochet ripple, mile a minute, motifs, and granny square afghans with these books and patterns. Crocodile stitch edging summer 20 issue, crochet uncut page 3 of next, i replaced the middle ch between each dc with a v stitch. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. See video tutorial for visual instructions for this next part. Crocodile stitch blanket afghans crocheted my patterns mamas.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The directions are definitely a bit difficult to follow and its not meant for the beginner crocheter. Work in afghan stitch until youve created a square. Oct 22, 2014 crocodile stitch afghans joyce lewis on. Crocodile stitch afghan block dahlia by joyce lewis. In some patterns the scales starts with 5 sts, others with 7 sts. At the back of the book, there is a stitch guide, but a more helpful option, is the website listed on the cover and throughout the book. One of the crochet stitches thats important for the house bag is the crocodile stitch. I learned to crochet as a girl but did little with it until a few years ago when my mother asked me to chart a pattern for her. Okay, looks good but the vstitches are pointing into the pillow instead of out towards the edge. As always, all images are used with the permission of the designers and crocheters specified in the pattern links so feel free to share, share, share. Look, here it is, used for the roof of the house, which forms the flap for the bag.
The afghans are crocheted in blocks, mileaminute and diagonal styles. There are quite a few different versions of the crocodile stitch floating around online some of the variations you will see are the number of times you crochet around the posts of the v stitch, whether you chain once or multiple times, use a picot stitch, or a single crochet stitch. Crocodile stitch baby blanket crochet designed by lianka. Crochet crocodile stitch blanket pattern the crochet crowd.
The crocodile stitch featured in these legwarmers are much easier to crochet than it looks. You can even use these to create a cozy living space with personal crochet items using wall decorations and crochet blanket patterns. Crochet crocodile stitch afghan by crochetbyvicky on etsy work in progress crochet blanket. Full written pattern with crochet diagram included. The beautiful crocodile stitch is incorporated in each design. Learn how to crochet five different beautiful afghans and throws. I created this in full bloom granny square design to add to our 365 days of granny squares project. Crocodile stitch afghan block dahlia pattern by joyce d. My dad loved it, and im glad i can have this piece to remember those last few weeks together, chatting and crocheting and enjoying our time. The crocodile stitch work and the multiple colors of the yarn in cute layers really make the backpack look so gorgeous and fun. One of the most requested stitch tutorials we have had so far is for the crocodile stitch and here it is.
Aug 07, 2014 summer stitchcation with mikey and the crochet crowd join us on stitchcation. Only a few sizes are included in the instructions since youll need a good amount of worsted weight yarn to work up this crocheted afghan, but you can always make it any size you want. So you worked the stitches down one side of the vstitch, turned your work, and then worked the stitches up the other side of the vstitch. Use the count of sc st from a completed afghan side, and increase if necessary to be a multiple of 5. It is quite the yarn hog, so i have only given directions for smaller sizes afghans crocheted my patterns. Color and stitch sampler afghan crochet lion brand yarn.
Any crochet blanket would look amazing made out of this. It uses variety of crochet stitches including crocodile stitches to create an interesting floral design. The crocodile stitches are usually staggered from one row to the next so that the scales are visible. But i was going to push myself to learn, and to learn it fast. I mean, really, my last quilt took forever and theres probably still ends i havent woven in yet, but this one is completely complete. Crocodile stitch afghan square free crochet pattern. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. No pattern, but love the colors crochet crocodile stitch afghan by crochetbyvicky on etsy. In the central point of the square you will find a beautiful floral design that catches the eye. You may have seen the crocodile stitch as a crochet option, but crochet expert lena skavgerson has developed that stitch for knit.
Crocodile stitch baby blanket 2 of 2 crocodile stitch baby blanket crochet designed by lianka azulay about the designer lianka azulay, born in brazil, picked up her first crochet hook at age 7, and hasnt put it down since. Free crocodile stitch baby blanket pattern bonita patterns. This amazing afghan block uses surface crochet and a chainloop version of the popular crocodile stitch to produce a glorious floral motif. However, this becomes an advantage when making a bag or backpack. The square not only looks super cozy, but it would also look great in an afghan. Free crochet crocodile stitch drawstring purse pattern.
See more ideas about crocodile stitch, crochet crocodile stitch and crochet. It is usually worked in rows, not rounds, but the scales look so much like petals that using them in a flower seems an obvious step. The amazing textures and unique geometry of this red bricks crochet afghan are sure to make a strong statement. Joyce lewis is a published pattern designer best known for her afghan blocks that use a personal variation on the crocodile stitch.
Crochet crocodile stitch adult hat pattern by cathy wood. There has been some interest lately in using the crocodile stitch in a flower afghan block. Learning how to crochet the crocodile stitch crocodile crochet stitch scarf crocodile crochet stitch tutorial crocodile crochet stitch written instructions crocodile crochet stitch blanket. Home crocodile stitch patterns crocodile stitch patterns are just another way to make your crochet projects look unique. There are quite a few different versions of the crocodile stitch floating around online some of the variations you will see are the number of times you crochet around the posts of the vstitch, whether you chain once or multiple times, use a picot stitch, or a single crochet stitch. The crocodile flower afghan square can be found on ravelry as a paid pattern from joyce lewis. But i decided to take it one step further, and include not only a video and written instructions, but a photo tutorial as well. Crocodile stitch crochet flower embellish any project with this fabulous crochet flower. Executing the scales of the crocodile requires some unusual turning this way and that.
Krystina has sent us a request to ask for some options for box stitch afghans. After about row 25, measure your work occasionally to check the progress. Now, for each row of crocodile scales that you want, add 10 st. The crocodile stitch may vary slightly from pattern to pattern so make sure and follow the. Crocodile stitch mermaid tail blanket all about ami. Crocodile stitch afghan square oombawka design crochet.
Stitchcation afghan challenge august 7, 2014 september 2, 2014 michael sellick 11 comments afghan, blanket, challenge, crochet crowd, mikey, prize, red heart yarns, stitchcation, throw. To create staggered crocodile stitches, you work each crocodile stitch in every other vstitch. Crochet crocodile stitch photo tutorial the twisted yarn. Styles and colors are included for women, men and children.
If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Jul 11, 2016 if you decide to learn how to make it, you can follow the crocodile stitch afghan block crochet pattern. Crocodile stitch crochet patterns is bringing a change to crochet. We show a small scale that starts with 5 sts and is worked in garter st. Summer stitchcation with mikey and the crochet crowd join us on stitchcation. Shop for on etsy, the place to express your creativity through the buying and selling of handmade and vintage goods.
This stitch looks like crocodile scales or even, if you have a good imagination, like dragon scales. Check my equivalency tables page for easy size and weight conversions unlike regular crochet where you work every loop off the hook before beginning the next stitch, with tunisian stitch the rows are worked in two parts, keeping all the loops on the hook for the first half of the. The crocodile stitch crochet afghan is one of the warmest and coziest crochet blankets ever. Jun 12, 2017 crocodile stitch crochet afghan patterns and how to crochet a crocodile stitch. Tweet check out these 30 free crocodile stitch crochet patterns. Crocodile stitch patterns are just another way to make your crochet projects look unique. So you worked the stitches down one side of the v stitch, turned your work, and then worked the stitches up the other side of the v stitch. Whether you work it up in a single color, go with the sunflower colors in the above picture, or choose your own favorite shades, this block will earn its place in your next afghan.
Designed to enhance your crochet skills and pull ideas from your imagination, the summer stitchcation is going to be really exciting to see everyones creativity unfold. See more ideas about crocodile stitch, crochet and crochet crocodile stitch. But sometimes patterns that were available for free become paywalled later. Read crocodile stitch afghans by joyce lewis available from rakuten kobo. For the beginning dc, just add a dc next to it and rotate it slightly.
Crocodile stitch edging summer 20 issue, crochet uncut page 6 of since the crocodile stitches alternate on this round, replace the dcs with vstitches and the vstitches with dcs. Pretty afghan stitch potholders free crochet pattern. September 10, 2015 by the twisted yarn 58 comments. She specializes in the research and use of unique stitch patterns in her designs to. To create staggered crocodile stitches, you work each crocodile stitch in every other v stitch. This is a fun to work piece that will impress without stress. Tunesian afghan crochet is a technique that makes your work look knitted for larger project you use a long crochet hook, called an afghan hook. Sep 10, 2015 crochet crocodile stitch photo tutorial. This variation on the original stitch is my attempt at incorporating this popular motif into a square, workedintheround afghan block.
The crocodile pattern is created by working layers of scales. Yarn over then insert the hook from front to back in the chain space before the first dc of the pair. Crocodile stitch afghan block dahlia is a crochet pattern for a beautiful afghan block. Red bricks crochet afghan pattern stitch and unwind. This crocodile stitch shawl, has a modified version of the standard crocodile stitch. You can find this and other crocodile stitch patterns here at annies. The fun begins july 1, 2014 when the crochet crowd goes on stitchcation together.
Alternative suggestions of other yarns with their quantities required. The crocodile stitch, aka the scale stitch, is the most requested video tutorial on the moogly facebook page and you all know how i love to take requests. Be sure to check your tension and use the correct size. Would you believe it, ive never crocheted the crocodile stitch before. Afghan crochet pattern vintage 1970s country garden afghan simple afghan stitch embroidery flowers crewel instant download pdf vintagebeso 4. For example, if a side of your afghan is 2 sc, then your beginning figure will be 5. Designed specially for the bernat blog, this sweet baby blanket will make the most perfect and unique baby gift for the new mom in your life. Its perfect for those chilly evenings when you want to curl up on.
The fun bricklike texture is made with the front post double crochet, keeping things just interesting enough to not make the pattern boring to work up. The result is a pliable and nearly solid fabric that stretches in all directions. Learn how to crochet a crocodile stitch afghan in any size you wish. This crocodile stitch car seat cover is a memorable project for a little more. With any hobby and craft, its popularity ebbs and flows over time as fashions change. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Then from behind, insert the hook between the dc pair toward the front.
An intermediate crocheter or even a dedicated beginner will master this stitch in no time at all. Round flap with yarn a, ch 5, join with sl st to form a ring. Learn how to crochet five different beautiful afghans and throws, all made using berroco comfort dk or worstsedweight. Learn how to crochet the crocodile stitch with this lovely pattern. If the side of your afghan is 5 sc then it just stays 5 because its a multiple of 5. Oct 07, 2014 at the back of the book, there is a stitch guide, but a more helpful option, is the website listed on the cover and throughout the book. There are many video and photo tutorials to do the stitch. Crocodile stitch baby blanket crochet designed by lianka azulay. Lightweight, flexible plastic hooks are comfortable to use and. I remembered a pattern i had seen from sometime ago and decided i wanted to make an afghan that was nothing but these gorgeous crocodile flowers. Its perfect for those chilly evenings when you want to curl up on the couch with a good book. Even though it was not in english, i could follow the pattern visually perfectly.
I did see the stitch on a triangle shawl online but they were selling this pattern. Weve been enjoying the resurgence of interest in crochet these last few years. Box stitch afghans pattern lookup free crochet tutorials. There are a number of different options when it comes to the crocheted box stitch it can be worked horizontally in straight rows or even diagonally, from corner to corner which is why it is often referred to as the cornertocorner stitch, corner to corner shell. Crocodile stitch blanket afghans crocheted my patterns. Afghan stitch note afghan stitch has a tendency to curl up, so do not worry if your work curls. In this drops video we show how to crochet a knit stitch using this technique. Some scales are in garter st like in this video, but others may be in stockinette. Crocodile stitch afghans ebook by joyce lewis rakuten kobo. Its a more sophisticated version of that classic stitch. Crocodile stitch afghans kindle edition by joyce lewis.
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