C2C to Patchwork with Eco Cashmere
Lately, I've been working a lot with Eco Cashmere to get to know this yarn better, which, in addition to having a low environmental impact, is high quality yet very affordable.
Today I want to present another crochet accessory made with the C2C patchwork technique. Before doing so, however, I want to address an important topic.
As you surely know, the yarns on cones sold by Hircus Filati are untreated, meaning, in simple terms, they have not been washed. In this post, you will find important information on how to treat (wash) yarns.
I have personally tried both methods, suggested by the owner of Hircus Filati, Federico Scatizzi.
I experimented with both procedures on these two scarves.
knitted scarf with 3 strands of ecocashmere 2/13
crocheted scarf with 2 strands of eco cashmere 2/13
I want to share my observations with you, based on my personal experience, the experience of a person who has been teaching and working with knitting and crochet for many years.
The procedure I would choose if I were to make accessories (scarves, shawls, blankets, etc.) is this:
after making and washing a swatch (as Federico suggests in the video below), to check the choice of needles/hook and the final effect, I would make my accessory using the untreated yarn. Why? For a very simple reason: the variations in the accessory's measurements are not essential. If the scarf shortens and narrows by a few centimeters, it's not a problem.
2. The procedure I would choose if I were to make clothing items (sweaters, vests, cardigans, etc.) is this:
first, I would treat the yarn by making and washing the skeins (to learn how to do this, watch the video below). Why? Because this way, I could simply work my garment to the correct size without having to calculate any potential shrinkage after washing.
Now, I'm moving on to a new proposal. The C2C technique course I organized in November was a great success. Many people asked me to repeat it because they missed it. So, I decided to soon launch another course, changing the pattern, of course.
C2C crochet technique with 1 strand of eco cashmere 2/13
I used Eco Cashmere (count 2/13) and a 2 mm crochet hook (I have a "soft" hand). I worked with untreated yarns, directly from the cones. The finished neck warmer measured 28 x 85 cm, after washing it was 27 x 90 cm. I must say that I am very satisfied with the final effect, especially with the right thickness and softness of my garment.
The pattern I propose for the new course is very versatile; you can use it to make shawls, scarves, neck warmers, blankets, etc.
To sign up for the (free) course, visit my Facebook page and send me a private message; I will add you to the group and inform you of the start date.
If you already know the technique and don't need the course, you can download the pattern in PDF by clicking here.
C2C-a-patchwork-schema
I hope you have as much fun as I did working with Eco Cashmere (2/13) and the C2C patchwork technique.
Alicja Kwartnik for Hircus Filati
knitted scarf with 3 strands of ecocashmere 2/13
crocheted scarf with 2 strands of eco cashmere 2/13
I want to share my observations with you, based on my personal experience, the experience of a person who has been teaching and working with knitting and crochet for many years.
The procedure I would choose if I were to make accessories (scarves, shawls, blankets, etc.) is this:
after making and washing a swatch (as Federico suggests in the video below), to check the choice of needles/hook and the final effect, I would make my accessory using the untreated yarn. Why? For a very simple reason: the variations in the accessory's measurements are not essential. If the scarf shortens and narrows by a few centimeters, it's not a problem.
2. The procedure I would choose if I were to make clothing items (sweaters, vests, cardigans, etc.) is this:
first, I would treat the yarn by making and washing the skeins (to learn how to do this, watch the video below). Why? Because this way, I could simply work my garment to the correct size without having to calculate any potential shrinkage after washing.
Now, I'm moving on to a new proposal. The C2C technique course I organized in November was a great success. Many people asked me to repeat it because they missed it. So, I decided to soon launch another course, changing the pattern, of course.
C2C crochet technique with 1 strand of eco cashmere 2/13
I used Eco Cashmere (count 2/13) and a 2 mm crochet hook (I have a "soft" hand). I worked with untreated yarns, directly from the cones. The finished neck warmer measured 28 x 85 cm, after washing it was 27 x 90 cm. I must say that I am very satisfied with the final effect, especially with the right thickness and softness of my garment.
The pattern I propose for the new course is very versatile; you can use it to make shawls, scarves, neck warmers, blankets, etc.
To sign up for the (free) course, visit my Facebook page and send me a private message; I will add you to the group and inform you of the start date.
If you already know the technique and don't need the course, you can download the pattern in PDF by clicking here.
C2C-a-patchwork-schema
I hope you have as much fun as I did working with Eco Cashmere (2/13) and the C2C patchwork technique.
Alicja Kwartnik for Hircus Filati