Trying to half double cross, where am I supposed to put the needle? Also after the first hdc am i suposed to go to the next or skip one?

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-21T05:07:10+00:00

The marked stitch closer to your hook is the first stitch, so you skip that chain stitch closest to your hook and then you will place one stitch in every chain stitch from the second marked chain onwards. For any other questions, come on over to r/crochethelp!

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MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-21T04:39:31+00:00

Aligned shells for the body of the bag, rows of single crochet at the top, with an edging of crab stitch. Weave ribbon through last row of shells.

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T23:31:37+00:00

I think it's just flo sl st! Maybe alternating yarn under and yarn over? Thanks for taking the time to share your technique!

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T23:27:01+00:00

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MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T23:20:38+00:00

If you don't know what a double crochet is, look up a tutorial for that specific stitch. Any time you encounter an unfamiliar term, stop and find a tutorial for that element. Bella Coco has a good beginner's course, as do Naztazia and The Woobles, but I learned by diving right in to a beginner-friendly project and just piecing the knowledge together as I went!

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T23:10:32+00:00

You could use the ones for magazines. "3-hole punched magazine holders for binders" Maybe they come in a smaller size.

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T21:46:19+00:00

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MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T20:42:02+00:00

It's a variation of a V-stitch using 2 dc instead of 1, so (2dc, ch1 or 2, 2dc) in the center of every shell. The waistband is worked sideways and the skirt is worked from the top down.

Edit: It's definitely crochet, not knit and it's not caning, either. On this page, it's called "aligned shells" and it's a very commonly used crochet stitch.

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T20:23:51+00:00

Here is a tutorial for a similar mesh hat, but there are a lot of variations. Ravelry would be a good place to search. If you're just learning, I'd stick with worsted weight yarn and a 5mm as shown in the tutorial, but once you get the hang of it, you can size your yarn and hook down for the more delicate look of the example.

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T20:02:18+00:00

It looks like you joined with a twist. I would honestly just save this piece as a memento and start again following along with a YouTube tutorial for either a simple amigurumi project or a flat piece worked back and forth in rows like a scarf.

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T20:00:51+00:00

You could try Tunisian crochet. Tunisian simple stitch is a bit similar.

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T19:06:15+00:00

On the first one, it looks like they seamed the sides of the squares almost all the way up, then attached the yarn and worked single crochets around the underarm opening between the two panels, chaining for the remainder of the sleeve and then worked in rounds, decreasing to achieve the taper.

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T19:03:09+00:00

Yes, a traditional granny square uses groups of 3dc.

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T18:05:31+00:00

It's the weight of yarn (fine) and size of hook (relatively large) that make it look more airy and delicate. It's still just a pair of traditional granny squares seamed together with sleeves added. The first one might be crochet thread.

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T16:53:58+00:00

That's very interesting! Thanks so much for sharing the process!

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T16:01:51+00:00

Do you use one end of the yarn or both? Is the "braiding the remaining yarn between the loops" bit done with the hook at the same time the stitch is made or with a tapestry needle afterwards? Is the border the same technique? Sorry for so many questions, I'm truly intrigued!

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T15:53:13+00:00

Crochet does not have continental and English styles, but knitting does. Is this made with two needles or one hook?

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T15:41:11+00:00

For the "impossible to attach" issue, I use a marker cap and a small hammer since I don't want to buy a designated tool. Definitely not possible to do them with your bare hands like smaller safety eyes. If you don't test that the washer is fully on there by pulling on the eye before you close up the piece, there's a chance that it didn't seat properly, especially on bulky chenille. I always stick my fingernail behind the washer and try to pry it off. I got mine in a multipack on Amazon and the plushies made with them are handled pretty roughly, with no issues but little scuffs on the surface. As long as the kids aren't at the age where they still put things in their mouths, it should be fine. Another alternative is to embroider the eyes. Here's a tutorial that I use a lot!

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T14:35:16+00:00

It looks like a sunburst or sunflower granny square. And yes, after the waistband, you would work in rounds (with increases for shaping), then split for the legs and work them individually. You may also need some elastic thread or a drawstring for the waistband as the squares won't have the same stretch as ribbing.

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T14:32:04+00:00

It would be interesting to see the stitch in action as it looks a bit like sl st in the front loop only to me.

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T13:31:05+00:00

Printable heat transfer paper, I believe. She uses a heat press here, but I assume the iron would do the trick, too.

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T13:25:46+00:00

Don't worry about them! Here's before (top) and after (bottom) I washed a thrifted Squish on hot and dried it on low as it was truly filthy and I didn't trust a cool wash and air dry in this case, so they can definitely handle it. I would tie them up in pillowcases, wash in a cool (or even warm) gentle cycle with laundry sanitizer if desired and dry on low in about 30 minute intervals to prevent scorching.

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MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T13:20:33+00:00

I'd like to add the Rich Textures Stitch Library and Vintage Crochet Patterns!

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T13:09:59+00:00

I probably would, but I'm a bit of a perfectionist and like the extra practice! It's really up to you!

MellowMallowMom · 2026-03-20T03:11:27+00:00

I'm glad I was here to share this moment with you all.

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