Self Taught

psuamanda wrote

on Apr 27, 2008 9:08 PM

Hi everyone. I'm reaching out because I think I've gone about as far as I can being a self taught crocheter. I'm trying to move into the clothing arena and I'm a little intimidated, so I plan to seek plenty of help and advice. I've made plenty of blankets, hats and scarves and now I want to move on. I've been looking around for local workshops and such, but I seem to find a lack of crochet support in DE. Please feel free to share you words of wisdom (whatever they may be.) I'll soak up every last bit of advice you give!

PaulineL wrote

on Apr 27, 2008 9:52 PM

Hi Psuamanda,

Check out Doris Chan's book "Everyday Crochet", I think that's the name, where she explains how to make a crocheted garment fit. Lily Chin does the same, also how to design, in her "Couture Crochet Workshop".

on hook size and drape.

I must admit, I've collected a lot of books and magazines on crocheted garments, though I'm daunted by completing them. But I read them!

Pauline

Doubledutchstitch wrote

on Apr 28, 2008 7:29 AM

I picked up my hooks again at the end of last year and started crocheting a bag. Ít's not yet finished, but this year I have finished two scarves and two shawls. I am getting hooked.

Couture Crochet Workshop by Lily Chin

here about the patterns of Doris Chan

http://www.jessica-tromp.nl/