ChildhoodRevisited Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 This probably falls under other crafty things but, I found this great site: http://freepatterns.k1p1keepingyouinstitchesstudio.com It is all patterns for knitting dishclothes using size 7 or 8 US needles and worsted yarn. I am enjoying it as I have never made a large project knitted because after I learn the pattern, the thrill is gone. (Can anyone say ADD?) Anyhoo, the patterns are really nice so I was wondering, if I used a size 0 needle and a two ply yarn, do you think they might look like miniature afgans? The average real size is 10" X 10" so I am thinking, with a small needle and light yarn, they might turn out tiny. Does anyone else have experience with knitting minis? Rhonda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4miniloves Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 I crocheted a baby blanket... once... ugh. I also started a table cloth it has been attached to the spool since early September. But back to you I was able to use a very fine needle and a lace "yarn" and it worked like the bigger stuff and was about the same effort and time. I think I just wimped out!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corwin Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 It would be fun to try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wenlaine Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 I've always been a knitter but haven't ever done anything in miniature but I did crochet a small baby blanket to go in the bassinet I had made. I also crocheted some blankets for the Jefferson. I used 1 ply very fine yarn and a size 14 crochet hook. I don't own any knitting needles that are smaller than a size 13 and I believe that would be too large for miniature knitting. Good luck and let us know how you make out if you decide to try it. Here's a pic of the baby blanket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherr Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 OMGosh more power to all of you! I just bought size 20 crochet thread and size 10 hook..smallest I could find...to make scarves for my dolls. What a challenge. Not sure about the outcome. Wenlaine..... I can't even imagine a size 14 hook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tess11 Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 I'll bet Casey would know. I think she crocheted a couple of blankets for some of her room boxes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caseymini Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Rhonda, Tiffany means the afghans I crochet. I use # 14 crochet hooks and mercerized cotton sewing thread. I use real baby afghan patterns for those. There are a few on my blog if you want to see. I wouldn't use that fine of thread for a rug tho. It has been a long time since I crocheted a mini rug. There is one in my country kitchen. I think I used about # 20 thread for that one and about an 8 or 9 hook. Whatever size you use be sure to match the thread to the hook. If you get too small a hook it will just split the thread and annoy you no end. One of the sites that I get a lot of patterns from is this one. They have a big rug section. Maybe you could find a pattern that is for a small kitchen mat or something similar that would work for minis. http://www.crochetpatterncentral.com/directory.php For knitting, I would probably use the 000 or 0000 needles that I have for knitting with beads. Tatting thread works well with those. For blankets I think I would try one strand of fine crewel wool maybe. The above site has a sister site that is for knitting patterns. You might find something there. All I can suggest is experiment until it looks right to you. http://www.knittingpatterncentral.com/directory.php Good luck. Let me know if you need help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tess11 Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 See? Told you she'd know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minis On The Edge Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Holly (Havanna) makes beautiful blankets too. I have one that she made with a dollhouse baby she made me. Wendy, yours is Perfect too! I wish I had learned how to do that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TinyJudi Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 I don't think my poor old eyes could handle anything that small. I used to crochet, but it has been many years ago. I have to admit though. Reading all the posts makes me want to buy some thread and a hook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SallyG Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 I knit and crochet, but I doubt my eyes could handle the really small work. Although I do have the lighted magnifying glass for the fine painting of metal minis. Do you need to use the magnifying glasses that go around your neck for the mini crocheting and knitting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caseymini Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 Sally, I couldn't live without my lighted magnifyer! I had good eyesite until I started doing minis.....That was the end of that! I use the lighted mag for everything, especially needlework. I do just fine with a #14 hook and sewing thread as long as I have that. I couldn't even see the thread without it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wenlaine Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 Fortunately, I haven't had to resort to the magnifyer yet for any of my knitting or crocheting but I do use it for cross stitching on the higher counts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChildhoodRevisited Posted May 17, 2008 Author Share Posted May 17, 2008 I've spent the last couple of days playing. I bought some size 00 knitting needles and baby fingering yarn. I tried doing some of the patterns I have but until I get more practice on a small scale, I will do something simple. KTOG's and YO's are giving me a hard time. It is so easy to slip a stitch. I am doing well on a basic Basket pattern at the moment and will post a pic if it turns out ok :thumbup: I do have to say, my finger tips are sore as the 00 size is about the size of a toothpick! I do love a challenge though and "As God as my Witness" I will figure this out. On the down side, some of the patterns I've tried are off the internet. They weren't accurate. The row counts were off but I did not notice until I finished the row with extra stitches left then added up the instructions to find they were wrong. So, the one I'm doing now is a tried and true pattern. I re-calculated it for a mini. So far, so good. It is more tedious than real life knitting though as it is so small, and slower as you really have to pay attention. My needles are not clicking! :idea: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4miniloves Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 I have also see Heidi Ott dolls come with little kits to knit. I have never learned the art of knitting but I do not have an inkling of a desire to go there as my first attempt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChildhoodRevisited Posted May 17, 2008 Author Share Posted May 17, 2008 I do alot of things, knit, paint, mosaics, sew, quilt, woodworking, ceramics, but crochet is not one of mine. I can make a chain though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sommerstern7 Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 Wow! I always thought it would be harder to knit than to crochet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justmesue Posted May 18, 2008 Share Posted May 18, 2008 I'm not into knitting, or crocheting, but if it helps there is a canadian Ebay seller who makes the most realistic little pillows and blankets. I have purchased a couple. Her add says she uses DCM 100% cotton tatting thread, size 80 and a 0.60mm crochet hook. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChildhoodRevisited Posted May 18, 2008 Author Share Posted May 18, 2008 I am half done a blanket in the basket pattern, and started a cable throw. Hopefully, if all goes well, I can post a pic in a couple of days and you guys can give me your opinion since this is my first stab a knitting miniature stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Posted May 18, 2008 Share Posted May 18, 2008 Looking forward to seeing it Rhonda! Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterfieldzoo Posted May 18, 2008 Share Posted May 18, 2008 I don't knit but I crochet. I use 30 weight thread and a size 14 needle. Here are some of my things. That is a dime next to the pillows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChildhoodRevisited Posted May 19, 2008 Author Share Posted May 19, 2008 Very nice! I love the bedspread! Working so small is tedious but the thrill of completion out weighs it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redneck princess Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 Wow! What beautiful work! I'm very rusty on my crochet skills, but wanting to try again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 Holly (Havanna) makes beautiful blankets too. I have one that she made with a dollhouse baby she made me. Thank you, Tracy. I use single-strand DMC embroidery floss, but I'm presenty nitting a set of "gentleman's combinations" (LONGJOHNS, y'all!) using single-ply candlewicking thread; I'm using 0000 knitting needles; I crocheted the afghans with a #12 steel hook (I also made the afghan in this picture, which I have since given to Susanne): Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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