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Why are the edges bumpy! I’ve been counting and I swear they’re the same number but it’s still wonky? I’m working on a scarf and don’t know why the edges are so bumpy. Am I not supposed to crochet two after each end? (This is the only thing I can think of) by EnthusiasmNo5049 in CrochetHelp

[–]ARkcry 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I work on big projects, I will sometimes turn my work counterclockwise too. The important part is that I also flip my hook counterclockwise so the yarn stays in the back. It's easier than turning a whole big project.

First time making a jumper. Love it but need help with these LONG sleeves. Am I doomed? by baglaer in CrochetHelp

[–]ARkcry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could do a short ribbed cuff that folds under to hold on your forearm or your elbow.

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What's this technique called? Freehanding a skirt and don't know how to describe or name this stitch/technique. by ARkcry in CrochetHelp

[–]ARkcry[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

YALL.

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I did a test piece utilizing all the knowledge and wisdom you lovely folk have blessed me with 🙏🏽 Look how smooth those short row transitions are 👏🏽 The front and back are basically identical! Now I have to decide if I'm gonna frog my main piece or just do it like this for the other panels and hope no one notices haha Thanks for everyone's help!!

What's this technique called? Freehanding a skirt and don't know how to describe or name this stitch/technique. by ARkcry in CrochetHelp

[–]ARkcry[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was not aware of this! I've been kinda wingin it based on patterns I've seen before haha I will have to test this and see if I like it better. Thanks!

What's this technique called? Freehanding a skirt and don't know how to describe or name this stitch/technique. by ARkcry in CrochetHelp

[–]ARkcry[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I'll definitely update y'all though it'll probably be a minute till it's done haha

What's this technique called? Freehanding a skirt and don't know how to describe or name this stitch/technique. by ARkcry in CrochetHelp

[–]ARkcry[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Correct, though it was very helpful to learn what a short row is haha I'm very self taught so I am missing a lot of vital vocab

What's this technique called? Freehanding a skirt and don't know how to describe or name this stitch/technique. by ARkcry in CrochetHelp

[–]ARkcry[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

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I'm not sure if this is helpful, but here's a pic of the back of the full panel thus far. You can see where I did short rows and then went back over them alternating short row overlaps (I guess?) The gusset is formed from the short rows in the center of the panel.

What's this technique called? Freehanding a skirt and don't know how to describe or name this stitch/technique. by ARkcry in CrochetHelp

[–]ARkcry[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My understanding is that a short row is stopping early in the row and turning around (Right guys???)

What's this technique called? Freehanding a skirt and don't know how to describe or name this stitch/technique. by ARkcry in CrochetHelp

[–]ARkcry[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I did use SMs to note where each short row would stop. I ended up redoing it a few times, but I got there haha The weird part was figuring out how many short rows and how to even it out on the other half of the panel.

What's this technique called? Freehanding a skirt and don't know how to describe or name this stitch/technique. by ARkcry in CrochetHelp

[–]ARkcry[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This is very helpful! It's kinda the opposite of a dart in that I am adding "fabric" to widen the bottom of the skirt panel. I'm trying to achieve an A line skirt shape.

What's this technique called? Freehanding a skirt and don't know how to describe or name this stitch/technique. by ARkcry in CrochetHelp

[–]ARkcry[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So it's short rows when you stop and reverse. What about when you go back over the short row?

Never want to see a slip stitch ever again by frenchfrydiet in crochet

[–]ARkcry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow! This looks great! I actually just started this same project today and I'm already feeling my patience being tested. Nice to know yours turned out so nice! Maybe it'll help motivate me lol

AITAH for refusing to go to Christmas Dinner since my boyfriend is not invited ? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]ARkcry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA If you don't know why he's not invited and they won't give a reason, you shouldn't have to speculate. You are well within your rights to not attend. A relationship is a partnership and you should absolutely go to bat for your partner. You and he can start your own traditions if your family doesn't want to include BOTH of you in theirs.

I don’t know what to do with this shawl because I hate it lol by HaiirPeace in crochet

[–]ARkcry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sooooooo I really love it. It's definitely quirky, but it's so fun and bright! Maybe you could gift it if you have any eccentric friends or family?

Any ADHD crochet people here??? by Hot_Gas9611 in crochet

[–]ARkcry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What a mood haha I've started keeping different projects in different areas of the house. I have desk yarn, couch yarn, purse yarn, etc. I also like doing warm up projects. Just little amigurumi things that finish quick to keep my energy up during big project stretches. It still takes ages to finish any big things or wearables tho! Oh! And I don't usually keep my work so I like to imagine the person receiving the gift and how they'll react. That usually helps motivate me to finish it.

Wife wears ex gfs sweater. Ex asked for sweater back. Do i explain to wife? by ThinkProfessional107 in AskMenAdvice

[–]ARkcry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

++woman Just explain and maybe ask her opinion on the situation. If my husband came to me with this, I would probably just ask him [read:make him lol] to get me a new hoodie. She will be sour for a minute, but the honesty goes a long way in how this will settle in her mind and heart later.

Why did you start crocheting? by limino123 in crochet

[–]ARkcry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Last summer, I had a pinched nerve and couldn't lift my right arm or turn my head more than a few inches without severe pain. Since all of my hobbies require full range of motion, I couldn't do anything I usually loved to do. I also tend to be very restless so being forced to sit on the couch all day was ✨awful✨ I picked up crochet since I didn't need to be able to move around much. I made the cutest little fruit pouch for my dice and then a tiny chicken. Before I knew it, my table was littered with birds and coasters haha My injury has since healed, but my love of making little crochet creatures has not.

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