Crochet question

[AnnieLPN]

I think I'm gonna end up becoming an annocyance soon....but I do have a question and thought it best to post in this forum.

My Afghan pattern (first one) states this: "Entire afghan is worked with two strands of yarn held together" What exactly does this mean? The yarn it says to use is a nice thick brand, so I can't foresee me crocheting two strands at once? I'm a tad confused about this, so if anyone could give me an idea I'd be appreciative.

Thanks,

AnnieLPN:snow

[JoAnn]

What kind of yarn does it say to use? What size hook? Depends on the thickness you want. I have used 4-6 strands of WW with a Q or N hook.

[AnnieLPN]

I am using Lion Brand Homespun (6oz) with a Q-hook. How do you use 2 strands, or hold 2 strands together?

[Tampa Doll]

I am using Lion Brand Homespun (6oz) with a Q-hook. How do you use 2 strands, or hold 2 strands together?

 

 

The Homespun is pretty thick. Depends on where it is going. The thicker the yarn, the warmer it will be.

Holding 2 strands together means you take one skein and hold the begining of the yarn then take another skein and do the same thing. When you make your loop over your hook, instead of one loop, it will be 2 that are really tied together like this ll . You will constantly work with 2 strands ll of yarn together.

Do they tell you to use this yarn or something else. If It was me, I would only use one of the homespun. But that is my choice.

Hope this helps.

[AnnieLPN]

Thanks that does make sense and it's easy. I have another question though - sigh. I don't like how the ch looks with the Q hook. How much would it mess up my pattern if I used a K or an I hook instead????

 

AnnieLPN

[jessc031778]

Using a smaller hook will make the stitches smaller...and if you're using two strands of homespun, it might be too small to crochet into....the chains look the same as with a smaller hook, they're just bigger. Give it a shot in a well-lit area when you're rested (not tired so your eyes won't give you problems)...and maybe do a test piece only 10 or 15 chains long instead of the whole afghan length to get an idea of what it should look like??

 

Good luck and keep the questions coming if you have them!!!

 

Jessie

[JoAnn]

I think a K would work with one strand of homespun (I agree with Tampa Doll to use one strand). I did a poncho out of homspun with a K. Be sure you do a very loose chain.

[tamugrad02]

I have found the Homespun is a pain in the butt (am I allowed to say that?) to work with, and holding two of them together?!?! Ugh! I consider myself a moderate to expert crocheter (not modest though, huh?) and even I have a hard time getting the foundation row of Homespun going. I know this doesn't help you any......back to our originally scheduled topic.......Good luck

[camaf]

 

 

 

<br><br>I have discovered that using a large plastic hook is easier to work with when using homespun, chenille, or fun fur yarn. And it is less stress for me on my hands. A Q plastic hook is good for two strand crocheting and also fiber strips. Just be careful not to crochet too tightly because it does put stress on the hook. Have broken a couple that way. Hope this helps.<br> <br><br>Carol

New member from Michigan<br><br>

[camaf]

<img smilieid="14" src="http://www.crochetville.org/forum/images/smilies/cheer.gif" border="0"><br><br>I have discovered that using a large plastic hook is easier to work with when using homespun, chenille, or fun fur yarn. And it is less stress for me on my hands. A Q plastic hook is good for two strand crocheting and also fiber strips. Just be careful not to crochet too tightly because it does put stress on the hook. Have broken a couple that way. Hope this helps.<br> <br><br>Carol

New member from Michigan<br><br>

[OnyxArtWorks]

The starting rows of project tend to be the hardest regardless... just be patient.

[appy_lover]

I have made 2 afghan's (ok they were small, more like throws) with 2 strands of homespun and a Q hook. They came out great useing 2 strands. It took a lot of yarn, but the throws were both georgeous.

 

I was not as happy with the throw pattern on the homespun package, but maybe it was me. It came out smaller than the measurements on the pattern. I couldn't go up a hook size because I was already using a Q.

 

The other pattern that I used was a V-stitch that I got online somewhere and it was wonderful. The stitch gave it just the right amount of drape and lacey appearance, but the 2 strands made the throw very warm and soft. The only thing I found with that was that I needed to knot the end of each strand of fringe or they would unravel and get fuzzy looking which I didn't like.

 

Both took a lot of yarn (and homespun isn't that cheap) but they were definately worth it. I will make more as I have more wedding gifts to do. Plus they worked up FAST. I spent about 8-10 hours on the v-stitch, but I was just getting the hang of working that much yarn at once, and I frogged it a few times. It is kinda hard to see they work as you go with 2 strands of thick yarn, so it is easy to make mistakes. Now I could probably do it in 5-6 hours.

[dragonfli]

I recently finished an Afghan using the Homespun, double strand, and a Q hook. It turned out great and was nice and (cooshy - my 9 yr old's description). If the pattern calls for Homespun and a Q and you use one strand the gan turns out loose and kind of loopy (can't think of a better word). If you want loopy it looks great, but not until you are almost done with it and you can see the whole thing and it has some weight to it. If you drop a strand and use a K hook it should be fine. I was really skeptical about the double strand Homespun and a Q hook and tried a few rows with just one strand and it just didn't have enough substance to it for my taste, but my friend Shannon continued on with just one strand and the Q and finished it, and it is kinda pretty and airy looking. She has it flipped over a rocker and it looks real nice. She says its not really for warmth though!! Good luck!!