Good morning!
I want to thank you for your nice comments on my Little Boy Blue Baby Blanket. I appreciate it very much.
On a different note...
One of the gifts my husband got me for Christmas was the pictured book, Interlocking Crochet by Tanis Galik. It looks like a really neat technique. I don't think it's new, just one of those things that is new to me. There are all sorts of really cool stitch patterns in the book.
I'm wondering if anyone out there has tried it and if so, what you thought of it? At quick glance, it looks like you create a filet crochet type base and then you crochet other colors and stitches into your base. I'm wondering if the fabric that is crocheted would be stiff?
Anyway, it looks challenging and I always love something new to challenge myself with.
Have you tried it?
I'd love to hear your thoughts.
On the Shetland Tweed front, I ran out of yarn about two weeks ago. I had to order the Vanna's Choice in Wheat on-line as I couldn't find it at any of my local "haunts". It set me back time wise, but I received my order yesterday and can (hopefully) finish it up soon.
Hope your weekend is off to a great start.
:-)
HDP
Oh I want to try this! I am such a beginner though. But this intrigues me and I love the way it looks. Lovely work!
ReplyDeleteLooks like fun, but I've never heard of it. I can't wait to see what you think of it. I might have to look for that book in my library. :)
ReplyDeleteThe Shetland Tweed looks lovely!
ReplyDeleteInterlocking Crochet is also known as intermeshing and double filet crochet in England. In this technique two filet meshes are interlocked together as you work each row. James Walters and Syvia Cosh, international crochet innovators, developed the technique decades ago. I have experimented with it for 20+ years creating numerous designs along the way.
ReplyDeleteIt can create a stiff fabric which is useful for rugs and purses. However, if you are using it for a baby blanket or afghan, you need to use a very soft yarn such as Bernat Softee Baby and possibly a larger hook.
As for the book, be sure to print the instruction and pattern corrections at www.InterlockingCrochet.com book corrections or enter the membership site (it's free) for the pdf file. Free videos are also available so you can see the technique demonstrated.
Hope you enjoy and if you have any questions, please ask.
Tanis