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The Yarn
Alpine is the most realistic fur effect yarn we’ve ever developed and we think you’ll want to wear this cosy luxurious yarn all winter. Luxurious and warm, it is great to knit with on a cold evening. Like a super chunky yarn, you will be able to create a cosy accessory in one night. Machine wash on a cool wool cycle and cool tumble dry.
I hadn’t worked with yarn like this before and it did have it’s challenges at first. I tried out a few different stitches to see what would work best for this project and I and very happy with the result. You will see that in the assisting video tutorial that accompanies this project, I have chosen NOT to use this yarn to demonstrate with, simply because you wouldn’t be able to see what I was doing. This yarn will require you to hone in on your fingertips to feel your way through the project….but don’t worry, it’s not as difficult as it sounds and I’ll talk you through what you are feeling for in the video tutorial as the base of this post.
Colours
This yarn comes in the most beautoful shades! These are some of my favourites!
Where to Shop for Yarn
Pattern Notes
- Written in UK terms but switchable to US crochet terms below.
- The assisting video tutorial can be found at the base of the post.
Gauge
After the first 3 rows depth = 4 inches
Sizing: approximate measurements
- Small: 36 inches across
- Medium: 44 inches across
- Large: 52 inches across
PDF Pattern: Alpine Tree Skirt
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Convert Pattern Terms
Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version.
terms & Abbrevations
- Stitch(s): st(s)
- Yarn Over: (yo)
- Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over, pull through loop on the hook.
- Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch and loop on hook.
- Treble Crochet(s): tr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. You can find my EBook HERE.
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Free Pattern: alpine tree skirt
Main Skirt: all sizes
Round 1-7
Assisting tutorial
ADDENDUM – PLEASE NOTE THAT IN THE VIDEO TUTORIAL AT POINTS 11:44, 12:00, 12:30 AND 12:44 I SAY THAT YOU DO DOUBLE CROCHET, THIS SHOULD SAY TREBLE CROCHET (THERE ARE NO DOUBLE CROCHET STITCHES IN THIS TUTORIAL) PLEASE ACCEPT MY APOLOGIES FOR THIS ERROR
Right-handed
Or you can watch on YouTube
Left-handed
Or you can watch on YouTube
Christmas Crochet Patterns
Now you have a beautiful crochet tree skirt why not make some handmade decorations to add to your tree this year! These patterns also make great gifts or you add them to your Christmas wrapping or gift bags for that extra handmade touch.
I always love to see your makes so if you try any of my patterns or follow my stitch tutorials please tag me @bellacococrochet or use the #bellacococrochet
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