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Going Back to What I Know

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From learning the basics of crochet at Girl’s Scout to becoming a yarn hoarder, Nicole is crocheting away and enjoying her retirement.

 

 

Who Taught You to Crochet?
I was 11 or 12 and was in the Girl’s Scout. I learned to crochet and I loved it but I didn’t keep it up. Now that my husband and I are retired, I wanted to keep busy so at first, I started gardening, then color adult coloring books. While I love to do this something told me to start back crocheting and off I went. I don’t know how long this bug I got will last. I hope until God calls me home because I fell in love all over again. I have been doing it now for a few months and it seems like it is not enough time in the day to enjoy my love for this art of making something from a crochet hook and some yarn. Oh, I am a yarn hoarder already it got afire lit under me that is glowing so bright. I wonder am I the only one to feel this way. Lol.

How Long Have You Been Crocheting?
A few months now but it only feels like a few hours.

Title: Making Dish and wash clothes Description: Towels

 

Why is Crochet More than Just a Hobby to You?
It is the last thing I am doing before I retire to my bedroom and the first thing I do when I open my eyes no matter what time it is.

I suffer from depression and anxiety and I have really dark days. It is having a positive effect in my life. Crocheting keeps me focused and grounded. Crocheting makes me see what value I have in this world. And for that, I am truly grateful.

~Nicole

 

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Dixie Charm Wrap

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It was a fan request, so I was more than happy to obliged. Introducing the Dixie Charm Wrap to you and what’s even better is that Yarnspirations agreed to a paid sponsorship because they thought the ELKies would love it too!

Dixie Charm Wrap Full View Free Crochet Pattern by ELK Studio

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I wanted to keep the project in style with the Dixie Charm Shawl and use a nice summer yarn, so I decided to use the Patons Grace Yarn. It’s an amazing 100% mercerized cotton yarn which makes this project the perfect summer accessory for those evening weddings this summer or even an elegant night out on the town with that someone special.

Oh…..Plus, another great thing about the Patons Grace besides the excellent stitch definition is Yarnspirations has a 30% discount on the yarn this week only!  There is no coupon code needed this time.  You’ll just head over to their website, pick out your favorite color and add 7 skeins to your cart.  There are a few, but I decided to use Viola for my project.  Which is your favorite color?

Supply List:

  1. Patons Grace, #3 DK Weight, 100% Mercerized Cotton, 136 yds/50 g, in colorway Viola (7 skeins)
  2. G Hook/4.0 mm
  3. Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations:

ch – chain
dc – double crochet
rem – remaining
RS – right side
sc – single crochet
sp – space
st(s) – stitch(es)

Gauge:
22 dc and 10 rows = 4”

Finished Measurements (Blocked):

62.5” wide x 15.5” deep

Pattern Notes:

  • Stitch pattern is a multiple of 8 plus 7.
  • Ch 3 at beginning of row counts as the first dc.
  • Ch 1 at beginning of row does not count as the first sc.

Row 1:  Ch 303, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each rem ch across, turn. (302 sc)

Row 2:  Ch 3 (See Pattern Notes), dc in next st and each rem st across, turn. (302 dc)

Row 3:  Ch 3, dc in next st, *ch 2, skip next 2 sts, dc in next 2 sts, repeat from * across placing last st in top of ch-3, turn.

Row 4:  Ch 3, dc in next st, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, *ch 2, skip next 2 sts, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, repeat from * across until 2 sts rem, dc in next st, dc in top of ch-3, turn.

Row 5:  Repeat Row 3.

Row 6:  Repeat Row 4.

Row 7:  Ch 3, dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2, skip next 2 sts, *2 dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2, skip next 2 sts, repeat from * across until last ch-2 sp, 2 dc in last ch-2 sp, dc in next 3 sts, dc in top of ch-3, turn.

Row 8:  Ch 3, dc across placing 1 dc in each st and 2 dc in each ch-2 sp, turn. (302 dc)

Repeat Rows 3-8 another 5 times, or until you have reached your desired width.

Last Row:  Ch 1 (See Pattern Notes), sc in first st and each rem st across.

Fasten off.  Weave in the ends.

Edging:

With RS facing, sc evenly down both short ends of the shawl.  Fasten off.  Weave in the ends.

Dixie Charm Wrap Up Close Free and Elegant Crochet Pattern by ELK Studio

Here are the stitch diagrams for you.  Of course, you have the right and left-handed versions.

Right-Handed Version

Left-Handed Version

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Crochet items I make :)

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Leonard first learned to knit while in school but soon fell in love with crochet where it has helped him cope with anxiety.

 

 

Who Taught You to Crochet?

Hi, I am Leonard but can call me Leo and I am a 27-year-old male. I am kind of self-taught, haha.  I started off first knitting for a school project. Then a couple years later I’d seen a lady with one hook and lots of wool the lady told me it was crochet. Then I went online to look and there were only a couple of stuff at the time. So I got a book, hook and started from there about 5 years ago.😊 I get tips of videos of YouTube, too.

How Long Have You Been Crocheting?

I have been crocheting for 5 years but only within the past 2 years, I’ve got better aha!

 

A C2C Black Pullover Jumper with HDC sleeves.

 

Why is Crochet More than Just a Hobby to You?

Crochet is more than a hobby because it helps me with my anxiety and autism. I’ve all ways been an artistic person and always love making things.  I would love to be a crochet clothing designer one day. Crochet helps me a lot because I can’t get out the flat I live in.

~Leonard

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