This week I focused on learning new stitches to develop my crocheting abilities. Doing so required my full attention and focus on the executing the stitches while watching the videos that I was learning from. That being said, I did not get around to any mindfulness videos. Although, I did choose which stitch I will be using for my next project, which is going to be a headband. The first stitch I learned is the V stitch. The second one I learned is called the camel stitch. Both of which require prior knowledge of a sitch called the double crochet stitch. BUT, thankfully I learned that in my previous projects! I recommend learning the double crochet stitch before trying these new ones.
The V Stitch
The first stitch is called the V stitch because when done neatly, the stitches look like little V’s. (fascinating, I know). I find this stitch fun to do, although I struggle making it neat enough. I also find that because I used a darker colour it was harder to see the shape of the stitches. In the tutorial I followed, the person switched colours after every chain, allowing for more definition between the rows. I recommend alternating colours with this stitch, or taking the time practicing to ensure the stitches are neat enough in order to clearly see the stitch pattern. I think I would use this stitch to make fun table coasters, or even use a smaltter thread and needle to make a dish cloth!
The Camel Stitch
This next stitch is what I will be using to make a winter headband. I like how close the stitches are, which will ensure warmth for my ears! I also like the texture of the pattern, it makes it look more difficult than it really this! This stitch uses a half double crochet, which is easier than the double stitch. The most difficult part is finding where you run the needle, but that is only on the first stitch of each new row. After running the first stitch, the yarn slightly turns, making it easier to run the needle. The tutorial for this stitch was very simple and easy to follow. When first starting to learnt his stitch, I recommend using a lighter coloured yarn in order to see the stitches better. I find that the darker the yarn is, the more the sticthes blend together.
avagg7
November 8, 2021 — 1:27 pm
Awe Ivorye, how cool!! Good for you for learning something new! It’s awesome that you can elaborate from your prior knowledge of other stitches and extend from them. That kind of goes for lots of things- once you know the basics, you can get creative and expand. I also appreciate how you can try something, and learn from it like what you would do differently come next time, etc. I love winter head bands and I think yours is going to turn out beautiful! Fashion and function for keeping your ears warm 😉