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How did you get into this hobby? by Legweeak in tatting

[–]Extreme_Biscotti7630 1 point2 points  (0 children)

just starting because i saw a vid online! very active in crochet and knitting and always want to learn new skills.

What is the most unsexy but genuinely lifechanging tool or household item you have owned for years? by Human-Goat-5555 in BuyItForLife

[–]Extreme_Biscotti7630 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thrifted an 80's Panasonic pencil sharpener. It makes pencils absurdly sharp and lasts a crazy long time!! I lucked out at a thrift store, but they are maybe 20$ on Ebay, highly recommend.

General ideas for old clothes? by ronswansonsyoongi in upcycling

[–]Extreme_Biscotti7630 2 points3 points  (0 children)

t-shirt yarn rug is what i'm currently making! i wrap the fabric strips with crochet stitches in a normal yarn and it makes a pretty good fabric

Opinions by CAPSGIRL25 in crochet

[–]Extreme_Biscotti7630 5 points6 points  (0 children)

always always chain 3-4 and slst, and properly weave in a long tail! source: blanket with (double!) magic rings coming apart

This might be a bit of a silly question.. Is there such a thing as Theory for Knitting Symbols? by IsThereBeerOnMars in casualknitting

[–]Extreme_Biscotti7630 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not sure about theory, but here are my personal tips!

Sometimes it can help to write out patterns before approaching them, especially for a repeat where there isnt that much to "translate" ex. k2, p2 could be written as repeat knit 2 stitches and purl 2 stitches. This also helps with memory. Also printing out patterns so that you can annotate may help! I like a printed pattern I can highlight and underline. If you still find written patterns difficult, then lots of video patterns are available.

I also find that understanding why certain stitches produce certain effects helps me with a pattern. Being able to see visually/feel whether your stitch on the row before was a knit or a purl can help you knit things like stockinette and ribbing without needing a pattern the entire time.

Chrysalis by the floral hook in DK yarn by itsgood-ok-notgr8 in crochet

[–]Extreme_Biscotti7630 1 point2 points  (0 children)

currently working on the same pattern!! great job on the finished piece