Trending….Crochet is back in vogue

Great to see the old crafts are returning and better still being used in designer and high street fashion.

Ecru tops and skirts, shoulder bags and totes seem to be trending.

Years ago I used to crochet too at home or while travelling. I think I initially took it up when I stopped smoking, many many years ago. My first attempt was a green crochet bikini, and yes I did wear it but it did droop a bit when wet. Back then I was also an avid knitter and got pretty good with the Arran intricate style, crocheting was more relaxing as you did'nt have to look down at what you were doing all the time once you were in the zone.

Crochet is the French word for hook and all types and thickness of yarn can be used.

I found the patterns below in my old sewing basket, the cot blanket I made in white for my baby son, the pillow cases are still going strong. I used basic natural string and no doubt the ecru colour would still look ok in a modern setting. I did'nt attempt the beautiful bed cover but....who knows

Trying out a basic square patch is a good place to start, crafters have used this method, using wool remnants left over from knitting projects, then creating  lots of ‘granny squares’ then sewing them together to make colourful blankets and furniture covers, You might just notice an old style one draped across the back of a sofa in the 'home of the Dingles' in the soap Emmerdale. British Grandmas knitted these for home sweet home and then they are passed down to the generations.

Focus Fashion Notes. Get hooked on crochet.

Focus Fashion Notes. Get hooked on crochet.
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