If we are considering doing some Crochet Sweater Patterns then it
is probable that we have some experience of crochet patterns, however
we may be still in the early days of our new found hobby but just a
little bit more confident and ready for a bigger project. The beauty of
Crochet Sweater Patterns is that they come in all shapes and sizes and
therefore also in all levels of difficulty. Don't be put off if you see a
pattern with a number of stitches which are unfamiliar there are so
many to learn over time and we need not try to remember them all just
reference them as required.
Now this brings me onto my Handy tips.
1. Pick a Pattern which has a purpose, this could be a present for someone or for a new baby on the way. A great motivator, is understanding you have a reason to do this not just learning and enjoying crochet.
2. Don't be put off by seeing stitches in the pattern we don't know yet, now's as good a time to learn them. We will have to learn a lot of stitches over time and most we will forget, we just need to take a look at the instructions now and then and re-learn them as we need them.
3. Sweater Patterns are unforgiving, so make sure you have sufficient wool before you begin and make sure it is all the same shade. I like to try to get all the wool from the same batch this will make sure the color is an excellent and consistent match
4. Don't over stretch check the level of difficulty and be comfortable.
The most popular choice for Crochet Sweater Patterns is of course for newborn babies. They can be such a joy to make, don't need a lot of wool and can be done quickly as we get more experienced.
Often it is from this stage of our new found hobby that we are tempted by the compliments from some suggesting we could sell our end result sweaters, and of course the lovingly crafted sweater is a far better product than shop bought. However here is the problem with this. Most people have the price point in their mind from those that are sold in the shop and in my opinion you won't be able to obtain the real value of the sweater back. All the hours you put in will not be of any interest to the buyer only the price. If you are making more than you can use by all means sell them on, many people are ready to buy quality products, however don't think of it as a business more as a small return to invest in more wool and supplies.
Now this brings me onto my Handy tips.
1. Pick a Pattern which has a purpose, this could be a present for someone or for a new baby on the way. A great motivator, is understanding you have a reason to do this not just learning and enjoying crochet.
2. Don't be put off by seeing stitches in the pattern we don't know yet, now's as good a time to learn them. We will have to learn a lot of stitches over time and most we will forget, we just need to take a look at the instructions now and then and re-learn them as we need them.
3. Sweater Patterns are unforgiving, so make sure you have sufficient wool before you begin and make sure it is all the same shade. I like to try to get all the wool from the same batch this will make sure the color is an excellent and consistent match
4. Don't over stretch check the level of difficulty and be comfortable.
The most popular choice for Crochet Sweater Patterns is of course for newborn babies. They can be such a joy to make, don't need a lot of wool and can be done quickly as we get more experienced.
Often it is from this stage of our new found hobby that we are tempted by the compliments from some suggesting we could sell our end result sweaters, and of course the lovingly crafted sweater is a far better product than shop bought. However here is the problem with this. Most people have the price point in their mind from those that are sold in the shop and in my opinion you won't be able to obtain the real value of the sweater back. All the hours you put in will not be of any interest to the buyer only the price. If you are making more than you can use by all means sell them on, many people are ready to buy quality products, however don't think of it as a business more as a small return to invest in more wool and supplies.
Bethany Lees enjoys Crochet and knitting in general and has a
wealth of experience in most types and styles. To obtain free patterns
and advice and information visit Bethany at http://www.crochethatpatterns.org.
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