crochet me: The Inaugural Project

[crochetme]

Hi to all the budding designers out there and those that just want to track the progress of this <a href="http://www.crochetme.kwerky.com/patterns.html" target="_new">project</a>.

Please use this space to share thoughts, ideas, tips, tricks, WIPs and finished projects. Also, ask questions of other participants, and generally have a great time.

Good luck, and thanks for making The Inaugural Project such fun for us all!

Kim

PS And thanks to Pam for making it all possible!

[Donna]

I have made a cheery yellow dishcloth from the crochet me Inaugural Project! I posted (http://www.yarntomato.com/archives/2004_03_01_ytarchive.html#107941210563925328) about it in my blog. And there is a photo to see! :-) It was fun, everyone should try it!

[PamCrochets]

Donna, your dishcloth came out great. I can't wait to see all the creations that come from this. I hope more people join the Inaugural Project.

~Pam

[enmac]

So excuse my ignorance, but I've never made a dishcloth before. Can you really use them to wash dishes? Do they work well? Can you use any sort of cotton yarn? Are they easy to wash? Do they last long?

I have some plain cream cotton that I was just wondering what to do with, but I guess that will make a fairly boring dishcloth after that lovely yellow creation.

[3parrots]

Your Sunny Dishcloth is very nice. :D The colors are perfect!

I downloaded the pattern tonight and hope to start it this coming weekend. Now to decide on the yarn colors...hum...:p This is fun part for me.

Margaret

[Jen]

yarn tomato convinced me, I'm sure I won't use a dishcloth (although I just worked out you mean something to put hot dishes on not something to wash disshes with, which is what a dishcloth is in australia) I think I'll make it into part of a toy.

[Donna]

enmac, I've never crocheted a dishcloth before, so I will let Pam tell about their uses and usefulness. Actually, when I was in the store, I was thinking of getting some plain cream cotton yarn and putting a funky bright border around it. Plain is good. :)

Margaret, thank you! Yes, choosing colors is fun, isn't it? But I always have such a difficult time deciding! :p

Yay, jen! A dishcloth is something you use to wash dishes with in the States, too. We put hot pots on a hot pad. Pam says this can be used for a dish cloth or a hot pad. 8)

[Jen]

Thanks Donna, I have still have no need for a dishcloth in whatever form, but I finished the project and despite using a hook that was too big for the yarn I was quite happy with it. (scanning it made it look very wonky, but my digital wasn't coping with bad light at 11pm)
http://jen.f1-comics.com/images/cm_1.jpg
As I said, no use for a dishcloth but there's always room for more critters, so I present to you Okky in the water...
http://jen.f1-comics.com/images/cm_2.jpg
As I said, the digital didn't like late nights, so once I change his eyes, I'll take a new photo.

jen

[Donna]

Jen!! You made your dishcloth into that little critter?! How completely, totally, absolutely cute!!! I love it! :rollin What a great modification to this project!

[Julie]

Jen!

That's adorable!!

:rollin

[crochetme]

Jen, what a fantastic creation! I'm so glad you're all having fun with this project. I can't wait till I'm home next week and will finally be able to join in, myself!

Cheers,
Kim

[3parrots]

Jen,

Now I want one. Can we copy it? I think my grandson (2yrs. old) would love it!!! Heck, I'd like Okky to sit on my computer screen. I love critters.

Margaret

[PamCrochets]

Jen, That is wonderful! You've got a lot of imagination and talent. How did you do it? Will you share the pattern? I want one to sit on my computer at work. :D

~Pam

[Jen]

please do use the idea, it's a happy sharing world and it's Pam's pattern I just altered it!

All I did was thread a peice of yarn through the outer round of the green and gather it up, then I filled and old pantyhose toe with rice and tied it off to act as stuffing. his legs are just doubled yarn stitched in a chain and then attached to the green.

[Tiffany]

I finished my dishcloth! I switched from thread to WW cotton because I wasn't sure if I liked the way the thread was working. I'll post a picture of it later in the evening since I can't figure out why it didn't publish on my website just a few minutes ago.

TGIF :D

[PamCrochets]

Yarntomato wrote:
>>enmac, I've never crocheted a dishcloth before, so I will let Pam tell about their uses and usefulness.<<

I don't actually use a dishcloth to wash dishes, but I always have one in my kitchen. I use it to wipe off my counters, and table. I also use it as a hot pad when I pull things out of the microwave.
These aren't just for the kitchen. Lot's of people use them for wash cloths in the bathroom. Because they're made of cotton, they can be used as either a dish or wash cloth.
I've just discovered another use. It's also good for setting plants on. Sometimes when you water your plants, you put a little too much water (I do). These are absorbent to catch the water if a little gets on the surface, and because they're round with an edging, they look nice under the plants.

~Pam

[Tiffany]

These are absorbent to catch the water if a little gets on the surface, and because they're round with an edging, they look nice under the plants. - Pam

What a great idea! I might have to go buy me another plant to kill, oops, I mean nurture 8) , and use one of my dishcloths that I'm always making for a quick project. I keep one I've made of thread in the kitchen for cleaning counters and such, and the rest my daughters claim for their bath.

I've finally managed to get my dishcloth picture posted to my website, so now I can share it with you!

Crochet Me dishcloth (http://home.earthlink.net/~tiffcrochets/crochetmedish.jpg)

I bought a few skeins of the Bernat Handicrafter cotton when Walmart was carrying them, and boy, does it make a lot of things!

[Jen]

Yay Tiff, That's very cool!

[PamCrochets]

Very nice Tiff! :)

~Pam

[crochetme]

Ok, kids. Here's my completed I.P. Aside from my lopsided booty, this is my first useful completed crochet project. Woo hoo!
I added a loop so I can hang it on a hook to dry over the sink.

<img border=0 src="http://www.crochetme.kwerky.com/projects/inaugural_1.jpg" />

Here's the loop up close, pretty much just 'cause I took the photo:

<img border=0 src="http://www.crochetme.kwerky.com/projects/inaugural_loop.jpg" />

[Donna]

Looks great, Kim! I love the hanging loop!

[Julie]

Very good! I love the colors, which one is that?

[Tiffany]

Great job! I'm like Julie, I love the colors, so you'd better 'fess up to what they are. ;)

[crochetme]

Thanks!

It's from a whack (read: 340g) of Bernat Handicrafter (100% cotton) I got for the ridiculous price of $7CAD. I figure I can make a ton of these puppies, especially since I can't think of anything else the yarn would be good for. <img border=0 src="http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/tongue.gif" />

Speaking of which, does anybody have a tip for how I can join my rounds better, to make the "seam" a bit less conspicuous?

[Julie]

Add an extra dc before you join it at the end of the round, or at the joining when you start the next round. It will give it a little bit more "plump" and help to make it less noticeable without making it ruffle.

[Julie]

And I forgot to say, it is a gorgeous color. Excellent choice for your first crochet project! <img border=0 src="http://members.aol.com/dustkittys/thumbsup.gif" />

[crochetme]

Thanks Julie!

[Donna]

Hey, Kim! Here's something else your cotton yarn would be good for. I love pfirsch's Viennese potholder. See her photo album at pfirsch.my.weblogimages.com/index.php?mode=list&folder=7948 (http://pfirsch.my.weblogimages.com/index.php?mode=list&folder=7948). The pattern came from www.grannys-garret.com/pattern/crochetpattern.html#kitchen (http://www.grannys-garret.com/pattern/crochetpattern.html#kitchen). I want to make some, but want solid medium or dark blue yarn for mine and haven't found any.

[Tiffany]

Kim, I bought one of those Bernat handicrafter "whacks" and I've made 3 potholders, 3 dishcloths, and a liquid dishsoap dispenser dress and I still have half left. Amazing yarn that is!

[Julie]

Come to think of it, I stumbled across some at eBay a few days ago but didn't think much about it at the time. They were gorgeous color combinations, just like this one is. Maybe I'll have to check back again... <img border=0 src="http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/wink.gif" />

[3parrots]

I'm not finished yet...but I'm still in ;)

Margaret

[bythehook]

OMG! You have the best imagination! Do you see critters in everything? I love the ones you've shared with us so far. I also think Okky in the water would look great on my computer, next to my 2 crocheted computer bugs and an angel.
Dot

[Jen]

Thanks!
I just see critters everywhere - it comes from living with this man - www.f1-comics.com (http://www.f1-comics.com)
I've got a few new one's I'll try to post them in current projects today

[Julie]

I think they're becoming addictive.

http://img43.photobucket.com/albums/v133/yarngirl/rickrounddish.jpg

Rick picked these colors out himself, he did a great job I think. And we bought seven skeins of cotton thread the other day for more; I wonder if anyone I know is having a housewarming soon. <img border=0 src="http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/wink.gif" />

They'll be in my house, you wait and see!

[3parrots]

Wow!!!! I love it.

Now I'm not showing mine, FOR SURE. It's not up to Crochetville standards. I'll keep trying :D

Margaret

[Donna]

Beautiful, Julie! :D

No standards here, Margaret! Crocheters of all skill levels are warmly welcome at Crochetville! :hug

[Tiffany]

I think I recognize that yarn, Julie, from your blog pics. :) Great colors!

[bythehook]

Ooooooh, I really like this one. I've gotta try this myself, I can always use them for coasters. I hate the idea of using them as dish cloths.
Dot

[Julie]

Thanks everyone! <img border=0 src="http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/smile.gif" />

We use them more for coasters than anything else. I have grabbed one for a hot pad on occasion, but mostly coasters. They are oversized and for clumsy me, that is perfect!

[PamCrochets]

Wow, these things are popping up all over the place! :clap
They all look great! Ok Margaret, you have to show yours now. You've got me curious. I'll bet it looks better than you think. :jump

~Pam

[Julie]

Come on Margaret, show us!<img border=0 src="http://members.aol.com/dustkittys/jumpy.gif" /> Pam is right, so show us please. We're really good at <img border=0 src="http://members.aol.com/dustkittys/grouphug.gif" /> and <img border=0 src="http://members.aol.com/dustkittys/clap.gif" />, so come on.

Please? <img border=0 src="http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/wink.gif" />

[MommaChelle]

Peer pressure :rollin Come on, show us!! :clap

;)

[3parrots]

Oh no!!! Peer pressure.:\

I'm having trouble going round and round. I tried finding a online tutorial for crocheting-in-the-round...I seems there are several ways to move from one circle to the next. Or maybe I'm mixed up. :b

I've frogged...and I need more time. :jump

Thanks for the encouragement. :)

Margaret

[Julie]

Take all the time you need, there is no rush. It's tricky to get but once you do you'll never forget how. Feel free to shoot questions if you want, that's what the forum is for. <img border=0 src="http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/happy.gif" />

[gulfskye]

Yesterday I finished two of the Crochet Me(Pam's) dishcloths. One is done in a Fiesta or Mexicali ombre and bordered in yellow and the other one is yellow bordered in the ombre. Mine seem to have a teardrop shape to them. DH asked why mine wasn't round like the one in the picture, I told him that I made it that way so that I could hang it from the pointy end for it to dry. Good save huh?

I haven't crocheted in the round in a few years so hopefully with each dishcloth mine will get more and more round. My seam is really obvious too.

Melissa
www.gulfskye.blogspot.com

[MommaChelle]

LOL Great save! I probably would have pouted haha.

[jennmwalsh]

I finally gave in and did this yesterday...took me long enough, it's been on my Works to Start list forever. So when I sat down to watch "The Swan" (Yes, I know, I watch HORRIBLE television...it's like a train wreck I can't stop looking at), I figured I should do something worthwhile during it. So I wrote down the pattern, and finished before it was over. Now it's on my desk, a little coaster/mat for my water bottle. As soon as I get my digital camera back, I'll show you how unremarkable mine really is :b

[Jennie7]

Thanks for this pattern and...I'm VERY new to crocheting in the round, but have made 2 dishcloths using this pattern. :bounce

Am I off my rocker, or should the pattern state that each round should end by being joined to the 1st stitch of that round (usually ch 3) with a sl st? Or is this assumed when doing rounds?

Thanks for your help...and this great board! I've been lurking for a bit and am glad to finally speak up (well, sorta).

[Donna]

Welcome to Crochetville, Jennie! :welcome You're right, each round should be joined with a sl st to the top of the ch 3. I would not say it's assumed when working in the round because instead of joining you could just keep going in a spiral. The pattern does say join at the end of each round, but it doesn't specify how.

[Jennie7]

Thanks Donna! I'm IN AWE of the fabulous work you've displayed on your blog...sweater, socks, AND an ice cream cone? Wow...it gives me something to aim for! How cute would it be to have various "flavors" of ice cream cones as part of your decor? Now I MUST sign up for the crochet me newsletter!

[Donna]

Thank you, Jennie! Different flavors would be cute! :thumbsup I'd been thinking about that, but haven't had the time to crochet any more ice cream cones. :lol Oh, yes, do sign up for the newsletter! :bigsmile

[Julie]

Hi Jennie! Welcome to Crochetville! <img border=0 src="http://img28.photobucket.com/albums/v84/crochetville/welcome.gif" /> Kim puts some great patterns on her site and in the newsletter, you won't regret signing up. <img border=0 src="http://img28.photobucket.com/albums/v84/crochetville/thumbsup.gif" />

[Ambersafghans]

Hi Jennie.
Welcome to Crochetville! I have a baby sister named Jennifer, and a a cousin named Jennie. :lol I hope you have fun here!
Amber

[Jennie7]

Thanks for the warm welcomes, Julie & Amber! I'm finding so many GREAT crochet blogs through crochetville that I may not be able to find the time to do actual WORK at work anymore!;)

[Ambersafghans]

:lol
yah, I've been on the computer a bit much lately as well.:o
I have a web page where I have my items up for sale. If you are ever looking for something to do (:lol ) it is at www.yourcrafts.com/ambersafghans.htm
Amber

[kariholtz]

I finally did it. Only I got so far into it and it turned into something else... That's what I get for watching Monday Night Fishing on The Outdoor Channel while crocheting.
Maybe I'll make another just like it and sew them together and stuff it? http://img72.photobucket.com/albums/v218/shadydowns/CROCHET%20PROJECTS/21d46c9b.jpg

Kari
My Blog (http://kariholtz.blogspot.com)

[Julie]

Kari! That's so cute!! <img border=0 src="http://img28.photobucket.com/albums/v84/crochetville/clap.gif" />

[MommaChelle]

LOL That is cute!!

[rebeccav]

very cute, but did i read right.... monday night fishing???<img border=0 src="http://img28.photobucket.com/albums/v84/crochetville/scratchhead.gif" /><img border=0 src="http://img28.photobucket.com/albums/v84/crochetville/sleeping.gif" /><img border=0 src="http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/wink.gif" />

[Tiffany]

I LOVE it! Yay for turning it into something fishy! :cheer

[Donna]

Too cute! A little fishie! :bigsmile

[kariholtz]

Thanks, and yeah that's what they call they're Monday night lineup of fishing shows.... Tuesday is Tuesday's Night Persuits (hunting shows). We mainly watch the hunting and gold prospecting shows and generally when nothing else is on.