Crochet (means "hook" in French) is a method of working interlocking loops of thread into a chain by means of a slender rod hooked at one end. The work is begun by crocheting a single chain of loops, each new loop being formed by catching the yarn and drawing it through the previous loop. All with a ball of yarn and a single hook !!
The art of Crochet could have existed as early as 1500 BC, as part of nuns work, which included needlepoint lace and bobbin lace.
There is another theory that Crochet may have developed from Chinese needlework. This needlework is an ancient form of embroidery done in Turkey, India, Persia and North Africa, which reached Europe in the eighteenth century. This style of needlework was referred to as Tambouring. The main theory behind the origin of crochet seems to be that it began when it was discovered that chains worked in a pattern would hang together beautifully without any background fabric. It had a look of it’s own. A look that we can show off with pride when a piece is finished.
About my work :
I have crocheted several pieces which includes a woolen coat and blanket for my neice. Some place mats, a purse and a hat. The one you see in the picture here is a very special light jacket I started when I was pregnant with my baby, for my baby. But before I could finish it fully, I had delivered the baby. And the first year just flew past. I got to finish it after my baby’s first year and here it is all done! Finally !!
1 comment:
Very pretty jacket.
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