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Hairpin Lace - Twisting Loops
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Hairpin Lace > Twisting the Loops
When working the hairpin lace loops for joining, you may notice that they
have a natural little twist. When inserting the crochet hook into a
hairpin lace loop for joining or edging, be aware that the direction used to
insert the crochet hook into the loop will have a profound effect on the
appearance of the finished fabric.
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Untwisted Loop
Insert the crochet hook into the front of the loop and work ch, sc or
other stitch indicated by the pattern. If using
guide lines you will be inserting the
hook into the thread of the loop that is in front of the guide line.
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Twisted Loop Insert the crochet hook into the back
of the loop and work ch, sc or other stitch indicated by the pattern.
If using guide
lines you will be inserting the hook into the thread of the loop that is
in back of the guide line. |
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Double Twisted Loop A longer loop (wider hairpin lace strip) is
required for this very dramatic treatment. Insert the crochet hook
into the back of the loop (If using
guide lines you will be inserting the hook
into the thread of the loop that is in back of the guide line). Either
swing handle-end of the crochet hook to the front and around back for an
entire revolution or otherwise grab the loop with your finger to get a full
clockwise twist. Work ch, sc or other stitch indicated by the pattern.
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