Sunday, February 20, 2011

My 1st Crochet Scarf

Just tonight, I whipped out my first scarf.....and I don't think I made any mistakes.  Woo hoo!!  I think it took me about 2 hours but my right hand kept going numb, so I took a lot of breaks.  I need to relax more, I think.  lol


Last week, I decided to take a beginner crochet class, just to make sure I hadn't developed any bad habits and to get some questions answered.  I taught myself to crochet by watching You Tube videos about 3-4 weeks ago and as a result, have struggled reading some patterns. Turns out, I'm making it harder than it is.



Well, that isn't surprising, considering I just found out:


1.  I am using one of the most difficult crochet needles/brands (but it is best for preventing carpel tunnel!)

2.  I was using one of the most difficult yarns.

Why not make the patterns more difficult?  lol    

So here is my first little scarf.  A "Ruffles Scarf".  Instructions here:



I did change yarns to one she recommended - Caron Simply Soft, which I found on sale at JoAnn Fabric and Craft Stores.  It is even cheaper online at Herrshner's  ($1.99 at Herrshner's versus $3.79 regular price at Jo Ann's!)



This is SO soft, I love it.  I am hoping to make some fingerless gloves or wristlets to wear with it.  Sometimes sitting here at the computer, my hands get a little cold and some soft gloves would be great.

I am so happy I learned to crochet - I truly love it.  Exciting to look at projects that are available!

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30 comments:

  1. Wow, that colour works perfect with the pattern. I had NO idea that it was more difficult to use one hook vs another, I just know that I prefer metal hooks to plastic ones! I haven't see Caron yarn where I live, but I really like Bernat Satin yarn, it's nice and soft too.

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  2. Well done, it looks fab! I find my right hand hurts after an hour or so of crochet, and when I think about it, I find I'm clutching the hook like someone is trying to wrestle it away from me! I have to make a conscious effort to relax that hand.

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  3. Adorable! You may have inspired me to dig out my hooks and get to work!

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  4. It's pretty! I think I'll give that pattern a try.

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  5. Great job on the scarf! I'm impressed for your first try! I've knit before and I tried to crochet, but I was horrible. I think you can either do one or the other. Can you knit also?

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  6. It turned out great. I'm your newest follower. I'm throwing my first link party today (Monday) it would be great if you would stop by and share your project.
    http://diyhshp.blogspot.com

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  7. Thank you so much for joining the More The Merrier Monday Linky Party. Be sure to come back next week. I look forward to seeing more of your projects.

    http://diyhshp.blogspot.com/

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  8. Wow, sister....the first of any of my projects are a mess. Great job.
    xo,
    Sena

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  9. It really turned out great! I love to crochet and would like to try to make one of these! Love the color, too! ♥

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  10. I learned to crochet about 30 years ago from a little old lady who came to our very small 4 room school (I lived way out in the country!) once a week to teach us girls how to crochet while her husband taught the boys basic woodworking skills. She didn't know how to read patterns so I eventually figured that part out by myself. I love this scarf and have never made one like that. I will have to give it a go. Your scarf turned out great! Thanks for sharing!
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  11. YAY! I love it! Can't wait to see what else you make! Thanks for stopping by and linking up at The Little Birdie Blog! :)

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  12. OOOH! Totally fabulous!!! Great job!
    Thanks for linking up to Making It With Allie! I can't wait to see what you have for next week!
    AllieMakes.Blogspot.com

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  13. Very pretty! Great job! I am always amazed by people who crochet! I so don't get it! lol
    Thanks so much for linking up!

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  14. Your scarf turned out beautifully. I know what you mean when you say you love to crochet. I love it so much too. For me it's a great way to relax or spend a boring evening.
    Keep crocheting and sharing your projects with us!

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  15. I've done that pattern before, it's fun and fast. Yes if you're hand is going numb you're too tense.

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  16. I love it! I am always so impressed with this kind of skill...and patience! :-) Thank you so much for linking this up to Inspiration Friday this week~
    Vanessa

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  17. I'm impressed! You've encouraged me to learn!

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  18. You did great! I am a knitter it has always been my love, but can crochet when I have to!

    Great Job!

    nancy

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  19. This is really very pretty.

    I am stopping by from Sweet Sautrdays at JustCrafty Today, come check out the card I made :) http://xsurvivingmotherhoodx.blogspot.com/2011/02/purrfect-friend-card.html

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  20. This is awesome! I am still trying to get my first scarf finished! Awesome!
    Thanks for sharing with the Pink Hippo Party!

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  21. What a pretty scarf and congrats on doing it yourself! You will have to share the gloves if you decide to make them! Thanks for sharing this at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

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  22. I just don't have the patience to crochet. Kudos to you for trying it! :)

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  23. That scarf is really cute! I've just recently started crocheting myself and am pumping out hats for my 6-month-old baby girl. :)

    Found you through Not Baaad Sunday and am your newest follower! Stop by my blog sometime--I'd love to have you as a follower, too! There are also two giveaways going on that I would love for you to check out. :)

    morrowsunshine.blogspot.com

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  24. Hope I've not said this already but I'm in the same boat. Self taught by youtube and my hand goes numb too. Bookmarking this one!

    You did great!

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  25. I love this scarf! In fact, I just made one and did a post on it with a link back to you! I'd love you to come see:
    http://sittingatourkitchentable.blogspot.com/2011/05/ruffled-crochet-scarf.html
    Thank you for sharing this...it was fun to make!

    Amy

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Thanks so much for your lovely comments!