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Thursday, August 13, 2009

Finally instructions for CROCHETING an I-Cord instead os just knitting it!

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Crocheted I-cord

Posted: 13 Aug 2009 08:22 AM PDT

Where does the name I-cord come from? I contemplated that question as I began writing this blog. I never did find a good answer, so if you have any knowledge on this technique's origin, please do share. I would love to know.

I have heard of at least 2 different ways of making I-cord, each with its own pro and cons. My mind is buzzing with uses for each.
The first method is accomplished by chaining a multiple of your choice and slip stitching in the first chain to form a ring. The number of chains you make will determine the circumference of you I-cord. The beauty of I-cord is that you can customize the circumference and work it in any stitch of your choice. If you wanted to work in double crochet, you could chain 2 and double crochet in each stitch around. Now you can work in a spiral, choosing to either mark the first stitch of the round or not, until the I-cord is the proper length. This method creates a hollow I-cord.
If, rather than chaining, you work a specific number of stitches into either an adjustable loop or a beginning crochet, you can create an I-cord this way as well. Work the I-cord as above.
A second method may not technically be I-cord but can be used in the same manner. This might be the easiest method. Chain to the length desired, turn, and slip stitch in each chain across. That's it; you're done.
Now, what do you do with the miles of I-cord you have just created? The possibilities are endless. They make great handles for bags and purses. Narrow I-cords work beautifully as ties or straps. Nicky Epstein has an entire section in her book Nicky Epstein's Knitted Embellishments, and if you can do it with knitted I-cord you should be able to do it with crocheted I-cord: embellishments, edgings, Celtic knots, frog closures and more.
Best wishes,
Toni

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The “Proselytize Knitting” Badge

The “Proselytize Knitting” Badge - A requirement for all Knitting Scouts, the recipient must do his or her bit to present knitting in a positive light, whilst at the same time avoiding all references to “hipness”, grandmothers, and yoga.

I’m always doing my part in this arena whether it’s spoken or written like in this blog. I teach at my local community league, which was a fluke. I am involved in the Alberta Avenue Initiative and was asked to teach both knitting and crochet. I start with dishcloths as it gives the basics.

The “MacGyver” Badge (Level One) - The recipient must demonstrate clever use of a non-knitting tool in a knitting-related scenario. For instance, recipient has used paper clips as stitch markers, or successfully whittled and then utilized bamboo skewers as dpns.

I’ve used all kinds of things as stitch markers when none were available, and have found clever ways of knitting cables without cable needles using skewers.