Help with pattern?

[jokersloose]

Hi all,

 

I want to make this http://lindsaymayo.blogspot.com/2011/04/e-reader-case.html for a friend but part of the instructions me.

 

It says "Row 3: Skip first stitch and DC in next stitch. DC in stitch just skipped. Repeat until 2 stitches remain. DC in last stitch. Ch 3. Turn. Should have a total of 11 “criss-crosses.”

 

Now what I think it is telling too do is skip to each even # stitch and then go back dc in the odd #

 

But my ? is if I do that wont the yarn leave a long string where I go back?

 

Thanks for the help.

 

James

[RoseRed]

What it's asking you to do sounds like a 'crossed dc' or cross st.

 

Only look at the next 2 sts. skip the first one and double crochet in the second one.

Then dc in the stitch that you just skipped.

 

Then only look at the next 2 sts and do the same thing across the pattern for however long the directions tell you to.

[Skoggy]

As RoseRed has said.

Once you figure it out, it will be very useful when attempting more advanced techniques like cables etc, ie skipping and then going back.

This stitch is a great stitch. I like using it. Simple yet effective.

[RoseRed]

and it looks awesome!

[Skoggy]

Oh yes!

[jokersloose]

Thanks got it. Just like it says LOL :o)