- Identify the anatomy of crochet stitches, which is crucial to the process
- Use Susan's secret tool, which is critical for successful repairs
- Repair damage to granny squares, popcorns and ripples
- Fix mistakes that are discovered after completing a project, including uneven edges and holes
How to fix a broken crochet stitch?
The crochet has come loose/broken off the material. How would you suggest fixing? Begin by strengthening the fabric area with interfacing or fabric gluing on a matching fabric to the damaged area. Reshape and secure the crochet stitches to the fabric by machine or hand-sew the two materials together.
How do you fix unraveled crochet stitches?
If the original yarn is still attached, pull until you have a loose loop and then re-crochet the unraveled section. Take care to secure the yarn end when finished. If you run short of yarn by a stitch or two, use a tighter tension with a hook one size smaller.
How do I repair a broken row in a crochet throw?
Create the rows you wish to replace. Use the next row to connect it by slip stitching into place. You can also follow where the next row connects and carefully hook the stitch through a stitch for an "invisible" repair. Thanks! I have been asked to fix an antique throw that is like a doily in the middle and crochet around it.
How do I fix a hole in a crochet blanket?
If the hole is relatively small, use matching yarn and cinch it tight. For a larger hole, a crocheted applique patch can be sewn on to make it a part of the design. Ask an instructor of knitting or crochet for assistance if neither solution is appealing. Thanks! How do I put new rounds in if the first and second rounds are wearing out on a blanket?
Can you repair crochet?
Restitch the unraveled area. If the original yarn is still attached, pull until you have a loose loop and then re-crochet the unraveled section. Take care to secure the yarn end when finished. If you run short of yarn by a stitch or two, use a tighter tension with a hook one size smaller.
How do you fix a broken crochet?
4:275:32Fix Broken Crochet Centers | Easy Repair Tutorial - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipI'm just coming in from the back grabbing these and just pulling them back so they're on the back ofMoreI'm just coming in from the back grabbing these and just pulling them back so they're on the back of the work. Pull them through. And then you're good to go ahead weave them in on the back.
How do you fix a crocheted blanket hole?
7:0411:59How to repair a hole in a crochet blanket - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipYou can see that we have now recreated the stitch that would have been there before there was a holeMoreYou can see that we have now recreated the stitch that would have been there before there was a hole. Take out the small hook and replace it with the correct tension hook.
How do you fix a stretched out crochet blanket?
0:463:08How to Fix a Pulled Crochet Stitch - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo you can use a crochet hook or a tapestry needle or if you're working with something smaller.MoreSo you can use a crochet hook or a tapestry needle or if you're working with something smaller. There's even little hooks you can get at the craft store that look kind of like a seam ripper.
How do you fix a worn blanket?
Step 1: Make a repair plan. ... Step 2: Measure the patchable area. ... Step 3: Cut and pin the patches. ... Step 4: Blanket stitch patches. ... Step 5: Careful stitching the corners. ... Step 6: Tie a hidden knot to finish. ... Step 7: Mark the hole. ... Step 8: Thread your needle and begin to stitch.More items...•
How do you fix crochet braids?
0:464:29How To CROCHET BOX BRAIDS (looks like the real thing! free-parting)YouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThen I'm taking the looped end of the crochet braids and attaching it to the hook close the latchMoreThen I'm taking the looped end of the crochet braids and attaching it to the hook close the latch and pull it through to the other. Side. Then taking the braid and pushing it over off the hook.
Can you repair crochet blanket?
You can pull out the offending yarn with your fingers but if it is an old or particularly hairy blanket, the stitches may be matted together. Snip them away carefully with scissors. Snip back to where the row or round is still intact. (In theory, you could replace a whole row or round if you need to.
How do you repair a hole in a double crochet?
3:055:31How to get rid of holes on double crochet row edges - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWithout yarning over pull it up you're going to have your three loops. Work your double crochet asMoreWithout yarning over pull it up you're going to have your three loops. Work your double crochet as you normally would.
How do you fix a yarn blanket?
0:131:21DIY Repairing a Knit Blanket : Knitting Tips & Lessons - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipIf you have a special knit blanket that has some holes in it or some drop stitches here's a way toMoreIf you have a special knit blanket that has some holes in it or some drop stitches here's a way to repair. It take a wool needle that has an eye that's big enough to fit most yarns.
How do you fix a misshapen crochet blanket?
2:266:41HOW TO FIX CROCHET BLANKET EDGES - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo you're going to continue to do a half double crochet stitch. All the way around. Until you get toMoreSo you're going to continue to do a half double crochet stitch. All the way around. Until you get to your first area of imperfection that you want to kind of fix. Okay and then keep in mind guys that.
Can you iron a crochet blanket?
7:2714:17How to Steam Block Crochet & Knitting Projects - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipYou'll just end up flattening it it'll end up looking terrible. So never ever ever touch your yourMoreYou'll just end up flattening it it'll end up looking terrible. So never ever ever touch your your iron to your crochet door your knit article.
How do you Unshrink crochet?
Set up your blocking boards on a large, flat surface. Lay a couple of towels over the blocking boards. Stretch to shape and pin into place using T-pins. Let dry for 24-48 hours.
How to crochet if you don't know how to crochet?
Learn to crochet, if you do not already know how. Measure the stitch in mm to determine the right size. This is the start of the yarn and gap to the start of the next stitch.
How to repair a cut thread?
Option one is to, with a matching thread on a yarn needle, carefully weave a strand following the path of where the cut thread would go. Leave at least 2"/5 cm at the beginning and at the end to prevent it slipping out. You could also tie matching sewing thread about 1/2"/1.2 cm from the cut end. Secure it with a knot and a little glue. Go over to the opposite cut end and repeat. If possible, overlap the ends and knot and secure the thread in the middle. This method reduces the bulk of a yarn thread repair.
How to crochet a sleeveless sleeve?
1. Restitch the unraveled area. If the original yarn is still attached, pull until you have a loose loop and then re-crochet the unraveled section. Take care to secure the yarn end when finished. If you run short of yarn by a stitch or two, use a tighter tension with a hook one size smaller.
How to fix a blanket that is falling apart?
If this blanket is a child's favorite and is starting to fall apart, consider applying a patch. Make it a shared project with the child. Have the child select ribbon, lace or fabric (or a combination) and stitch them over the damaged areas or to connect larger separated pieces. With small defects, yarn embroider a shape like a flower. To maintain the blanket pattern, ask at your local yarn store for help.
What to do if you have separated the squares?
If the squares have separated where they were sewn together, you'll have to find some matching yarn and sew them again. Be sure to leave a "tail" that can be woven back into the squares for added security against coming undone.
How to make a crochet loop less obvious?
Weave some yarn through each row to make the loops less obvious. Then, just keep on crocheting normally. It should straighten out on it's own.
How to stitch a torn edge together?
Stitch edges together. Sew the torn edges together using matching yarn, carefully crisscrossing the area. Use a chain stitch if you want to make a "crochet stitch" look.
How to repair a stitch that is damaged?
Remove the damaged threads slowly and gently, placing the newly released bottom loops of the stitches and any loops that were already unattached onto a safety pin. Be sure that the loops remain twisted and that you have picked up every loop. Ravel enough of the undamaged original thread on each side of the hole to leave an end long enough to weave into the back. For stitches that are worked directly into the tops of the stitches of the row/round below and not over a chain, rip as far as the point at which the last loop of the last stitch extends out of the bottom of the stitch in the row/round above; place that loop on a safety pin.
How to join stitches in crochet?
Estimate how much thread will be required for the stitches to be worked after the chain is in place and cut the thread with a tail of that length. Carefully remove the bottoms of the stitches to be joined onto the new stitches from the safety pin, insert the hook into the opposite end of the stitches coming out at the end of the first stitch, pick up the dropped loop, pull the loop through the bottoms of the stitches, and carefully slide the stitches onto the new chain. Pull the loop until the length of thread left to complete the work also may be pulled through the chain and is in position to continue working.
How to work stitches in a round stitch?
To work new stitches directly into the stitches of the row/round below ( instead of slipping them over a chain), remove the safety pin from the loop of the last stitch, insert the hook into the loop, and with new thread work the first stitch into the first unworked stitch on the row/round below. Remove the hook from the loop, insert the hook into the bottom loops of the next stitch on the row/round above, pick up the dropped loop and draw through the stitch on the hook, work the next stitch on the row/round below , if necessary, and repeat from * to * until all the stitches ripped out have been replaced.
How big is Maureen Myers' crocheted tablecloth?
The crocheted tablecloth made by Maureen Myers’s grandmother and repaired by the author. 76½ x 61 inches (194.3 x 154.9 cm). Archival storage boxes courtesy of the Fort Collins Museum, Fort Collins, Colorado. Photo by Joe Coca.
