Fun & Fantastic Textured Crochet Stitches
Beth Graham
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1:51
- In-depth Instruction; over 126 mins
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Getting Ready to Add Texture
8:43
Are you ready to add beautiful and fun-to-work stitch patterns to your crochet projects? Instructor and designer Beth Graham has plenty of ideas! Find project inspiration , such as the Playful Textures Scarf pattern included in your class materials, then learn more about stitch multiples.
Better Than Basic: Effortless Texture
18:49
Effortless patterns such as sideways ribbing, aligned cobbles and crunch stitch are great ways to add interest to your projects Beth shows how to create these stitch patterns and even shares her recipe for creating custom dishcloths by mixing and matching stitches!
Fluff & Stuff: Puff Stitches
17:33
Puff stitches are a popular type of clustered stitch. In this lesson, you'll learn four fun varieties: starting with the basic puff stitch and working up to the hot cross puff. Soon you'll be able to add the right "fluff and stuff" to your crochet projects!
Cobblestones: Bobble Stitches
18:29
Your next stop on the cluster-stitch tour is the classic bobble. Beth shows you step by step how to create stitch patterns such as the spot stitch, the lace-like bobble-and-V and the sideways bobble.
Pass the Popcorn Stitches
24:11
Pass the popcorn! This last type of cluster stitch is full of flavorful variety. Use the basic "unbuttered" popcorn stitch, popcorn waffle, and boxed pops to liven up projects from hats to baby blankets. Beth shows you how!
Fenced In: Post Stitches
15:57
In this lesson you'll dive into post stitches, which are worked around the base of the previous row of stitches. Master the basic front post and back post stitches before Beth shows you lovely variations such as the single rib, ripple and subway tiles patterns.
Grand Scale: Elaborate Texture
22:13
Beth shares some elaborate textures that give a sophisticated look to any project. Basket weave uses post stitches to create grand all-over texture, while the dots and diamonds texture is a sophisticated stunner. You'll love working and wearing these patterns in your next project!
You’ve mastered the basic stitches; now it’s time to add exciting new crochet stitch patterns and intriguing textures to your projects! Join instructor and designer Beth Graham and learn how to create stitch multiples, clustered stitch patterns, post stitch patterns and a number of eye-catching variations. Beth will begin class by demonstrating some of the incredible patterns you can create with stitch multiples: sideways ribbing, cobbles, crunch stitch and more. Then, you’ll move on to a palette of puff stitches, bobbles and popcorn stitches. Wondering how to create bold textures? Beth will lay out all the steps for popular post-stitch styles such as rib and ripple. Plus, finish class with two must-have stitch patterns you’re sure to fall for!
Beth Graham
Beth Graham loves to explore new avenues in her crochet and delights in sharing her discoveries with others. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, she teaches locally at yarn shops, around the community and on Craftsy. Her designs appeal to crocheters seeking simple, fun, and often innovative projects. You can find Beth's patterns in books and magazines such as Crochetscene as well as online on Ravelry, Patternfish, Craftsy and more.
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