These cable stitch dishcloths work up quickly and are textured, yet dainty. The cable stitch is easy to master and one of my favourite stitches so far.
How to Crochet: Cable Stitch
Learn how to crochet the cable stitch, also known as the 3-dc cross-over. It is a gorgeous, dainty stitch. It is also completely reversible.
Block 28: Katharine’s Rose {Photo Tutorial}
Block 28 of the Block a Week CAL (hosted by Kimberly Slifer) is Melinda Miller’s Katharine’s Rose Square. The central flower is beautiful and textured and the cable stitches give it such a delicate air. I love how this square is constructed and how simply it is designed. I have now added a post outlining the extra rounds […]
Sophie’s Mandala {Large}
This is the third and final part of the photo tutorial for Sophie’s Mandala, inspired by Chris Simon’s Lace Petals Square.
Sophie’s Mandala {Medium}
This is part 2 (of 3) of Sophie’s Mandala, inspired by Chris Simon’s Lace Petals Square. This photo tutorial is for the medium version.
Block 27: Dalliance Square
Block 27 of the Block a Week CAL 2014 is Margaret MacInnis’ Dalliance Square. I have not done a photo tutorial as the pattern already comes with one.
How to Crochet: Puff Stitch
This is a quick photo tutorial for the crochet Puff Stitch. The Puff Stitch is a fluffy (puffy) stitch that works really well for flowers and blankets.
Sophie’s Mandala {Small}
This is a photo tutorial for Part 1 (of 3) of Sophie’s Mandala, inspired by Chris Simon’s Lace Petals Square. Part 1 covers making a small crochet mandala.
Block a Week CAL: Optional Additional Rounds
If you are using the same hook and yarn for each of your Block a Week CAL squares, you might want to take a look at these optional additional rounds.
Block 26: Firenze Square {Photo Tutorial}
Block 26 of the Block a Week CAL (hosted by Kimberly Slifer) is Julie Yeager’s striking Firenze Square. I love Julie’s designs and this is another one I am particularly fond of. You can find more of Julie’s patterns here on Ravelry. Update: This pattern is no longer available for free. Julie is happy for the tutorial below […]
