I learned how to crochet as a kid, but I have trouble following patterns because I can never remember the names of the stitches I'm doing. So most of what I do is simple and flat. :-) No more! I'm venturing into 3D shapes with cuties like the mini monsters you see above. Aren't they adorable? There's a free tutorial here that looks great and it's what I'm starting with. I figure I can make a bunch of them to get a feel for different yarns and shapes.
I don't know where I'll go from there, but I'm hoping that by the end of the year I'll have progressed enough that I can tackle the awesomeness that is this Bob Ross. Happy little trees! Happy little clouds! Just thinking about him makes me smile. :-)
I love the small size of amigurumi - it feels realistic to try to do at least one a month. But I'm also pretty enamored with this book full of patterns for larger crocheted softies.
What new skill are you planning to learn this year? If it's sewing clothes for your kids, take a look at this Pattern of the Month series. And if it's learning to applique, check out this workshop starting January 1st and running for 6 months.
2012 is just around the corner!
Best,
Wendi
I've joined STITCHED so I'm planning to learn 22 new skills! :) In six months!
ReplyDeleteI've made crocheted softies in the past for my young grandkids. It's tricky, so you're smart starting small.
Happy New Year!
I can crochet a chain. That's about it. Can't wait to see how you progress!
ReplyDeleteMy new thing to learn and master next year is to go beyond my comfort zone with sewing. I can do all the basic things and get too scared to take on bigger projects but I already have a few lined up and will conquer them! Great post Wendi!
ReplyDeleteIf you do one a month, they can be next year's calendar. Just sayin.
ReplyDeleteSequana - See you in STITCHED!
ReplyDeleteBecky - My daughter can crochet scarves and things like that, but her favorite thing to so is endless chains. Then she winds them into a ball and gives it to me and I use the chain like fat yarn and stitch up a little scarflette or something.
Projectrandom13 - Good luck with your more challenging projects! You should share your progress with us on the Monday posts I'll be doing.
Jenny - I love that idea!
Even if you can crochet this is a great site for a refresher course or just some forgotten information.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.craftyminx.com/crochet-school/
Can't wait to see your creations in the coming year.
Thanks Mhairi! That's a great site!
ReplyDeleteOooooo, love the Bob Ross one! One of my goals this year is to learn to knit. :-)
ReplyDeleteMy sister is a great knitter and has taught me a bit - but I'm much more comfortable with crochet. That second stick always feels a little out of place in my hands. :-)
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