I originally "discovered" slip stitch crochet from a pattern in "Chain-free Crochet" by Belinda "Bendy" Carter, and then realised David had been exploring its possibilities too.
F = front loop only, B = back loop only, iF = front loop from behind, iB= back loop from behind. All crocheted in a DK yarn with an 8mm hook.
Every row F - this stitch has a line and a ridge like purls and is the same on both sides.
Every row B - looks like sideways stocking stitch, but is actually quite stretchy like garter stitch. Same on both sides.
Alternate rows of F and B
This stitch definitely looks like garter stitch on one side, the other side has more ridges.
Alternate rows of B and iF
This stitch has a "wrapped" or twisted line of bars on one side, and garter stitch ridges on the reverse.
Basketweave effect - 3iF,3B for 4 rows, then 3B,3iF for 4 rows. My favourite! The reverse side doesn't look like much.
Haven't managed to get my head round the "rib" stitches yet - they don't look anything much whilst you're working them, so (for me) it's easy to get lost and forget where I am. I should point out, most crafting is done in front of Star Trek in my house, unless it's machine knitting, which is banished to the front bedroom. I blame Worf, myself...
Current mood:
happy
2 comments:
This is so unusual. I crochet about once a year, but I will have to give these techniques a try. Some of them might be nifty on a baby blanket edge, or on a sweater instead of ribbing. Thank you for your instructions!
Mar
Great photos, thanks! I love what slip stitches can do. I'm glad people are getting the word out about them!
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