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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| Simply Shells Afghan | 2/1/2012 | Ed Matos |
| Q: I have just begun and finished the first row. I do not understand what I am supposed to do with the ... A: Joan: Thanks for the question. SP or spaces is just unworked area. Since I don't have the ... | ||
| Spiderman crochet blanket | 2/1/2012 | Marla |
| Q: I saw that you recently helped someone with this blanket ... A: Sorry for taking so long. I've been working on this afghan. First of all, maybe this is just is what ... | ||
| Crochet pattern question | 1/27/2012 | Ed Matos |
| Q: My pattern for Row 1 reads: Dc in 4th and 5th ch from hook, *ch 5, sk 5 chs, dc in next 3 chs; ... A: When you are crocheting, in this case this is a flat piece, you are going in one direction - when ... | ||
| Sea of Bobble Afghan | 1/25/2012 | Ed Matos |
| Q: Are you sure the company followed your instruction right? The base row has to be the problem row. ... A: Sorry you are having issues with this pattern. I am not familiar nor do I own the pattern, so ... | ||
| interpret crochet instructions | 1/19/2012 | Ed Matos |
| Q: I am learning how to crochet and I am hoping you can help me interpret the directions on a patter ... A: You are most welcome Kathy I will agree with you. On a new pattern, I will read the pattern to ... | ||
| interpret crochet instructions | 1/16/2012 | Ed Matos |
| Q: I am learning how to crochet and I am hoping you can help me interpret the directions on a patter ... A: I did the stitches, as provided, and I don't see the getting smaller. Are you doing the sc in the ... | ||
| Gap When Joining Double Crochet Stitches | 1/15/2012 | Ed Matos |
| Q: Can't put a description into words, but there's a vertical line of gaps when I join double crochets ... A: The normal turn chain for a dc is 3 chains. For me, this is too many chains and cause the gap you ... | ||
| how much yarn from baby to adult | 1/14/2012 | Marla |
| Q: I would like to make a baby blanket for an adult, and it calls for 13oz of sport wt.. I am going to ... A: That is a good question! What I would do is find a similar pattern for an adult afghan and use that ... | ||
| repairing and restoring filet crochet | 1/9/2012 | Ed Matos |
| Q: I acquired a table runner recently that had stains on it so I washed it. When I took it out of the ... A: Here is a great tutorial that may help. ... | ||
| Sweater Sleeves | 1/4/2012 | Ed Matos |
| Q: I've recently picked up crocheting and I came up with an idea to make it a little more modern: I ... A: Now you have challenged me, but I think its a great idea. So here is my suggestions: Once the ... | ||
| Not sure what this means | 12/21/2011 | Ed Matos |
| Q: Rnd 5: Working on heel of sole, center 13 sts. Working in front loops of rnd 3, with brown, join ... A: Tracy: Thanks for the question. Sorry for the delay. The heel of the sole you should have about 13 ... | ||
| Reading patterns | 12/17/2011 | Ed Matos |
| Q: I am new to crochet and I am trying to make a simple scarf but I do not understand the instructions. ... A: You will do the 26 chains The foundation chain is the right side. on the second chain from hook, ... | ||
| raised x crochet panel | 12/13/2011 | Marla |
| Q: I have a question that is related to the question you already received on the raised X panel (see ... A: I am back. Yes, it does look like that is what you do. I've done similar stitching like this before ... | ||
| Crochet pattern question | 12/11/2011 | Anissa Patten |
| Q: I am trying to crochet the pattern at this link below. I believe I have the first row done ... A: The first time that the pattern references "sp", it means that because you have chained four, you ... | ||
| crochet, new at it... | 12/11/2011 | Ed Matos |
| Q: I am making a baby poncho from Lion Brand site on the internet. It is pattern # L0078AD. I am on ... A: sorry for the delay. I thought I had answered the question. You are going to do the established ... | ||
| I can't find a pattern | 12/8/2011 | Anissa Patten |
| Q: I have been looking for three hours for a crochet pattern for the San Diego Chargers. I can find ... A: I have found a pattern, but you would have to pay $3.50 for it. It's located at ... | ||
| Confusion on a pattern | 12/3/2011 | Ed Matos |
| Q: I am working on crocheting a pair of socks, and I am currently working on the shaping of the heel. ... A: Joe: I am very sorry that I was unclear. But I have found the pattern and I have a few questions. ... | ||
| Terry Kimbrough Pattern- Exqusite | 12/3/2011 | Marla |
| Q: Regarding Pattern: Best of Terry Kimbrough Baby Afghans- Exquiste (#10 on page 21) I have no problem ... A: My Internet crashed, and I just got it back. I found the leaflet in a craft store and saw the ... | ||
| Confusion on a pattern | 12/2/2011 | Ed Matos |
| Q: I am working on crocheting a pair of socks, and I am currently working on the shaping of the heel. ... A: OK, you should have a total of 15 stitches. Remember that you will be working also with the ... | ||
| Confusion on a pattern | 12/2/2011 | Ed Matos |
| Q: I am working on crocheting a pair of socks, and I am currently working on the shaping of the heel. ... A: It actually is correct so hopefully this will help X X X X X X X X X X X X S S S 2 2 2 2 X X X X ... | ||
| New to crocheting | 11/27/2011 | Donna Kelly |
| Q: I was put on bedrest and though this would be a great way to pass my time. I am trying to make a ... A: In crochet, the width of the hook should be near the width of the yarn. Spinning is caused by- two ... | ||
| Pillowcase edging - tatting? | 11/27/2011 | Donna Kelly |
| Q: I have my gr.mother's pillowcase which looks like she crocheted on the edge - there are small holes ... A: If the holes are made in the pillowcase, it was done with a hole puncher. The hole puncher looks ... | ||
| What Are Some Quick And Simple Crochet Projects For Someone Who Can't Read Patterns? | 11/25/2011 | Marla |
| Q: I'm so short on $ for Christmas/Yule. Any ideas for simple & quick crocheting gift projects for ... A: You are probably trying too hard when reading a pattern, making it difficult on yourself. When the ... | ||
| What Are Some Quick And Simple Crochet Projects For Someone Who Can't Read Patterns? | 11/25/2011 | Anissa Patten |
| Q: I'm so short on $ for Christmas/Yule. Any ideas for simple & quick crocheting gift projects for ... A: Depending on who you're making gifts for, you could try to crochet amigurumi, which, simply put, are ... | ||
| Spiderman afghan! | 11/22/2011 | Marla |
| Q: I'm pretty new-ish to crocheting but wanted to make a Spiderman blanket for my friend. I found a ... A: Welcome to crochet! It is my favorite hobby. The instructions weren't worded very clearly. The ... | ||
| Color Change method for a single stitch | 11/21/2011 | Anissa Patten |
| Q: I have been inspired to start another blanket, but this one has several color changes for small ... A: From looking at the pattern, the only thing I can gather is that you would attach the yarn with a ... | ||
| crochet cap help. | 11/17/2011 | Ed Matos |
| Q: so i read over the instructions ... A: On 34 you are working on the back loop of the stitch. If you look at each of the stitches, there are ... | ||
| a crochet cap? | 11/15/2011 | Ed Matos |
| Q: so my dad has been wanting me to crochet him a cap, not a beanie, a cap. like a baseball cap. i ... A: Here is a link to one. ... | ||
| Crochet directions | 11/13/2011 | Ed Matos |
| Q: ok i am on Row 2 row 1 i did clusters so i so far chained 186 then i did clusters which are ... A: Working behind a row can be a challenge, but can be done. Now since its the beginning row, one must ... | ||
| pattern instruction | 11/7/2011 | Ed Matos |
| Q: I am making an 'oval pineapple doily'. Two questions: When instructions say 'Sh (shell) over 3ch ... A: Yes, you will make the sh, in the ch3 space that it calls for. sh of 2tr - I am not familiar with ... | ||
| adding beads! | 11/6/2011 | Ed Matos |
| Q: so i was wondering : how do i add beads? A: To add bead to a crochet project is easy. First, you need to add the selected bead onto the thread. ... | ||
| precious petals flower | 11/5/2011 | Ed Matos |
| Q: I'm going to try you Mr. Matos I use to deal with bea, but I guess she has retiref from the web ... A: Front and back loop: when you look at the top of a stitch, the is one piece of thread in the front ... | ||
| crochet heart necklace | 10/26/2011 | Marla |
| Q: I have an old pattern called The City Stitcher Crochet collection by Janet Miller. The pattern is ... A: First, you you would need to know the gauge of the #10, since this is the size that the pattern ... | ||
| assistance reading crochet patterns | 10/25/2011 | Marla |
| Q: Can you please explain what the following line is telling me - sorry I am just a beginner? Sl st in ... A: Welcome to crochet! It is my favorite hobby. First of all, as far as gauge is concerned, I usually ... | ||
| reverse shaping | 10/24/2011 | Anissa Patten |
| Q: I am trying to finish the Bernat Baby Coordinates Crochet Hoodie Jacket. I have crocheted the back ... A: "Center back" means that you hold the right side (RS) facing you and you skip 18 ... | ||
| stitch identification | 10/12/2011 | Marla |
| Q: Could you tell me the pattern for this stitch? Thank you, Barbara ... A: Sorry about spelling your name wrong in the last note. Dumb typo. I haven't come up with the pattern ... | ||
| Increasing pattern size | 10/12/2011 | Anissa Patten |
| Q: I have a pattern for a hooded poncho size 12 to 18 months. I would like to increase it to about a ... A: Without seeing the pattern, it's difficult to instruct you how exactly to increase it. In general, ... | ||
| stitch identification | 10/9/2011 | Marla |
| Q: Could you tell me the pattern for this stitch? Thank you, Barbara A: I have been looking at this and it is a little difficult to make out the stitches. My computer ... | ||
| Crochet question | 10/8/2011 | Marla |
| Q: Can you help me interpret these directions? Working all increases as set by last row, Inc 3sts ... A: Yes, this is confusing. First of all, this pattern is for 3 different sizes, possibly small, medium ... | ||
| crocheting | 10/6/2011 | Marla |
| Q: I would like to learn how to do free-loop. Do have a video or a easy way to teach me? I would be ... A: I did a google search for "free loop in crochet" and got this website: . ... | ||
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Ed Matos
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Expertise
I am able to assist with reading patterns, in any format. I been crocheting for about 18 years. Specialty in intricate pattern, adding bead, sequence, etc.
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Crochet, all type patterns
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