How can you make sure that the blankets you make are even at the edges? Because the one I just made, the sides aren't even at all and instead of straight, it goes diagonally.
2006-10-21 17:09:51 · 6 answers · asked by leaves 1 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
You have to remember that the turning chain at the end of one row is ALSO considered the FIRST stitch on the NEXT row. Example. If you have a row that says 25 double crochet stitches across, that means it's 1 turning chain (the "chain 3" that you ended the previous row with) and 24 double crochet stitches = 25 stitches.
Also, when you get to the END of the row you are crocheting, you must ALSO crochet into the TOP of the TURNING CHAIN from the PREVIOUS row. That is what keeps the piece even.
Once you can recognize the stitches, it should be easy to count them to be sure you have the same number as the pattern says, including counting the turning chains.
If you DID do all as I just said, then you need to BLOCK your piece. Sometimes, this can be done by putting it in the dryer and letting it tumble for awhile (I swear, that's what some of the patterns have said; but, I have never tried that yet). Sometimes, it means you have to lay it out on a stretching board and pulling and pinning it into shape with straight pins. This causes the yarn to "give" and stretches into the shape you pinned. Using a spray bottle of water to lightly "spritz" it while it's pinned, and then letting it dry completely should work for you.
2006-10-21 20:52:16 · answer #1 · answered by bundjean 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You did not count your stitches correctly. If you get off one stitch it keeps throwing you off and whatever you are making is off. It's very important to count each stitch the pattern is ddirectiong you to use. Remember, you always count your turning chain as a stitch!
2006-10-22 02:32:54 · answer #2 · answered by debijs 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
usually at the end of the ending stitch, you add a chain stich at the end, and proceed with the next row, after that chain stitch...this allows the straight line that is desirable...
2006-10-22 00:14:15 · answer #3 · answered by Seeking 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I count every couple rows to make sure I am on task..You also might want to make sure your gauge is the same throughout your craft!
2006-10-22 21:13:56 · answer #4 · answered by pink9364 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Count your stitches
2006-10-22 00:17:27 · answer #5 · answered by rae_lee9 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if it is not straight just iron it,with wet material and this should work.
2006-10-22 00:18:43 · answer #6 · answered by kitty 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋