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Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
This quintessential summer bag is made using several crochet stitch patterns that come together to form a textural sampler. Whether you choose a cheerful summery color or a nautical neutral, this bag will become your go-to everyday tote. And best of all, the size of the bag can be made smaller or larger simply by choosing a lighter weight or bulkier weight yarn -- no pattern adjustments required.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to cast on and work in the round with Magic Loop knitting. This technique is ideal for knitting a small circumference object in the round on one long cable needle--a great option for those who don't love working with double-pointed needles. Edie Eckman shows you how to cast on, join in the round, and continue working in rounds.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Picking up stitches along a curved edge is a little different than picking up along a straight selvedge. In this quick class, Edie shares her tips for creating a smooth, pucker-free edge. This is especially helpful to keep in mind when picking up stitches around a neck edge or the armholes of a sweater.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Crochet patterns and charts can be very mysterious, with lots of strange abbreviations, numbers and cryptic symbols. In this class, crochet expert Edie Eckman guides you through a typical crochet pattern, explaining line by line how it should be read. Not only does Edie discuss how to interpret the written instructions, but she also shows how the words correlate to the symbols in the chart. This is a great primer for anyone who wants to learn how...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Edie Eckman provides a perfect primer for mitered knitting, showing you how to creatively combine picked up stitches and decreases to create connected squares. You will learn how to work two different decreases and cast-ons to create two very different Garter stitch designs. At the end, you'll seam together the front and back using Mattress stitch in order to create your pillowcase sampler.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Short rows are one of the best ways to add dimension to knitting, perfect for creating everything from curved sock heels to set-in sleeves or even bust darts. Edie Eckman demonstrates how to create short rows in stockinette stitch, work "wrap and turns" on both knit and purl rows, and then shows how to hide the wraps if you so desire.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Mosaic knitting is a slip-stitch pattern that allows you to work interesting and complex-looking geometric designs using only one color per row. While it can seem tricky to understand, once you get the basics, you can do any mosaic pattern under the sun. Edie Eckman will teach how to read mosaic-knitting charts, demonstrating four different stitch patterns on swatches. After you take this class, you'll be ready to make placemats (PDF pattern included)...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Single crochet is one of the most common stitches you'll use when making crochet projects. Edie Eckman shows you how to work this popular stitch into a foundation chain, both back and forth as rows and joined together in the round. After you watch this quick class, you'll be ready to tackle most beginner crochet projects.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Crocheted chains are one of the most fundamental techniques you'll need to know when creating crocheted fabric. Chains are frequently used as the foundation round when working motifs, but they are also used to create spaces within crocheted fabric, or on their own as ties or other decorations. In this quick lesson, Edie demonstrates how to hold the yarn and the hook, create a crocheted chain, and accurately count the stitches.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Intarsia is a knitting technique that produces blocks of color by using separate balls of yarn. Knit and crochet expert Edie Eckman demonstrates this method of colorwork and gives helpful tips on how to read an intarsia chart, avoid creating holes, weave in ends invisibly, and more.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to make beautifully textured socks featuring a twisted rib stitch. These "faux" cable stitches are twisted without the use of a cable needle, and the ornate design runs along the cuff of the sock and down the instep of the foot. Edie will be with you every step, showing you how to work in the round using "Magic Loop," turn the heel flap, and finish the socks with a Kitchener stitch closure.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Knit and crochet expert Edie Eckman demonstrates how to work Fair Isle, or Stranded, knitting. Learn how to follow along with a chart and pick up some helpful tips along the way, like how to hold two yarn colors at once, how to catch yarn "floats," how to work in rows and more.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
In this easy-to-follow class, master knitter Edie Eckman provides you with all the skills you need to start double knitting. Since you are literally knitting both sides of fabric at the same time, this fun technique keeps you on your toes. Double knit fabric is reversible and cushy, with a design that looks different on each side. Edie demonstrates the basics to get you started, including options for holding the needles for both continental and English...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to make this cheerful baby blanket alongside crochet expert Edie Eckman. Two easy crochet squares are repeated over and over to create the design, and the entire blanket can be made with just three skeins of yarn. This four-part course is perfect for beginners who are eager to expand their knowledge as well as more experienced crocheters who want to brush up on their pattern-reading skills.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to make cute and cozy Fair Isle mittens with knitting teacher extraordinaire, Edie Eckman. With this timeless, wintry design, you have the option to make standard mittens or a shorter, fingerless mitt version. The Fair Isle knitting is the same on both versions, making it easy to customize. This is a great introduction to stranded knitting and chart reading, ideal for intermediate knitters.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to seam two crocheted swatches together using the mattress stitch technique. This technique is demonstrated on double crochet swatches, but it also works well for single crochet seaming. For side-by-side seaming, the mattress stitch is generally the best way to go -- all you'll need is a blunt tip tapestry needle to seam your edges.
19) Cabled Afghan
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Over the course of 12 parts, knitting pro Edie Eckman takes you on a whirlwind adventure exploring the wide world of cables. In each class, you will learn new stitch patterns with a variety of twists and turns, and at the very end, you'll put all of the blocks together to make a gloriously textured, cozy afghan. Edie presents this afghan in one neutral shade, but you can use whatever colors float your boat for your own unique design.
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