If you do do not want to crochet one more frumpy crochet design with
expensive yarn, check out the DoubleStitch Twins – Erika and Monika Simmons.
They mostly use lacy crochet stitches, which means that their designs
are easy and quick to make. But you do not only save time, you also save wool
and you will not get frustrated (like on some designs which take months to
finish).
Their designs can be completed in a week or less.
You can also find convertible designs made by them.
In the majority they use very simple basic stitches. Therefore, you do
not need to be an advanced crocheter in order to make one of their designs. But
if you are skilled at crocheting clothes, you may be able to figure out how to
crochet smaller or larger sizes of their patterns (although their patterns
cover quiet a range of sizes).
Moreover, many of their garments are adjustable through lacing.
I was always told to crochet as firm and tight as possible. Doing so my
index finger often turned bluish and my shoulders and neck hurt.
Fortunately, the DoubleStitch Twins show that you can crochet beautiful
things by crocheting rather loosely. It is much more fun and much more
practical if garments do not end up stiff but have a nice drape.
You can read an interview with them here: http://gapersblock.com/ac/2011/05/09/interview-the-double-stitch-twins/
They design by trying to duplicate things or shapes that they like. And
they help each other to come up with
more innovative ideas for each other’s pieces. As a result, their designs are
colorful, often unique and sometimes even bold.
I learned of them when I was on http://www.redheart.com/.
For this blog post I searched for their free patterns and was
overwhelmed. So I categorized it for you.
Free patterns by the
DoubleStitch Twins...
·
…for
picture frames:
beginner:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2555.pdf
(Whirly Picture Frame - glue chain on frame)
·
…for belts,
collars, necklaces, barrettes and earrings:
beginner:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2864.pdf
(Loopy Hair Barette - ch and sl st)
easy:
http://www.favecrafts.com/Accessories/Loop-Fringe-Crochet-Choker-from-Double-Stitch-Twins/ct/1
(Loop Fringe Crochet Choker – ch, hdc and sl st)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2905.pdf
(Sparkle & Shine Necklace – using bobble stitch)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2858.pdf
(Alternating Choker)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2455.pdf
(Reversible Obi) http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2863.pdf
(Dream Catcher Earrings)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2409.pdf
(Super Sash Belt)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2527.pdf
(Classy Corset Belt)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2374.pdf
(Ruffled Hip Belt - embellished with cowrie shells, beads, buttons or other
findings)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2451.pdf
(Showtime Feather Belt/Collar)
·
…for
headbands and fascinators:
beginner:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2529.pdf
(Fascinating Fascinator Hat - strange)
easy:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2887.pdf
(Artsy Headband)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2865.pdf
(Blossom Headband - with small buttons)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2916.pdf
(Fascinator Headband - elegant with feathers)
·
…for spats,
boot covers, legwarmers, armwarmers and sleeves:
easy:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2592.pdf
(Diva Driving Arm Warmers – very simple)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2526.pdf
(Tigh High Leg Warmers - very simple)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2585.pdf
(Happy Eskimo Boot Covers – with pompon yarn)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2410.pdf
(Funky Spats - elegant)
intermediate:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2418.pdf
(Checkerboard Sleeve)
·
…for
scarves, wraps, capelets and ponchos:
beginner:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2999.pdf
(Circle Loop Scarf - ch and sl st)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2880.pdf
(Artsy Scarf - ch and sc)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2616.pdf
(Textured Travel Scarf - ch, sl st and dc)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2861.pdf
(Criss Cross Cozy)
easy:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2424.pdf
(Textured Neck Warmer - can be done very quickly)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2623.pdf
(Colorful Corded Scarf)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2401.pdf
(Colorful Crazy Cowl)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2915.pdf
(Tri-Colored Shawl - bulky lace)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2857.pdf
(Geometric Triangles Scarf)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2868.pdf
(Frilly Motif Scarf - ruffly)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2862.pdf
(Mini Capelet)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2917.pdf
(Renaissance Capelet - with soft ruffle edging)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2952.pdf
(Butterfly Wrap)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW3003.pdf
(Wrap-sody in Red)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2851.pdf
(Petticoat Poncho - very lacy with a
hood)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2608.pdf
(Double Drama Scarf - nice and easy)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2452.pdf
(Easy Wrap Comfort Scarf – big slits in it allow you to slip the scarf end
through)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2187.pdf
(Multi-Wear Poncho)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2867.pdf
(Curtain Call Wrap - using drawstrings to gather up the back and edges for a
ruffled look)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2949.pdf
(Honeycomb Hat & Scarf)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2957.pdf
(Convertible Cape - made of two colors)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2954.pdf
(Autumn Fall Scarf - it is called „Autumn…“ because of its colors)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2950.pdf
(Musical Shells Shawl - crocheted with a „magial“ yarn)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW3001.pdf
(Romantic Flower Capelet - flowers and lace)
http://www.allfreecrochet.com/Scarves/Light-Ribbon-Scarf-from-Red-Heart-Yarn
(Light Ribbon Scarf - ruffled)
intermediate:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2380.pdf
(Versatile Circle Wrap - very lacy)
·
…for hats:
easy:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2904.pdf
(Glitz n‘ Glamour Hairnet - lacy)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2949.pdf
(Honeycomb Hat & Scarf)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2897.pdf
(Casual Beret - slouchy)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2449.pdf
(Hooded Scarf)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2558.pdf
(Windy City Cloche - with a simple brim)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2563.pdf
(Fashionable Flapper Hat)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2186.pdf
(Flapper Hat)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2482.pdf
(Top Stitched Hat - with a simple brim)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2406.pdf
(Ponytail Hat - with a simple brim)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW3000.pdf
(Festive Fedora - festive?)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2866.pdf
(Three Tone Hat)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2375.pdf
(Newsboy Hat - can be worn by men, too)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2556.pdf
(Child’s Whip My Hat – strange)
·
…for toppers,
tops and tunics:
easy:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2343.pdf
(Happy Halter for Toddler – big doily)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2344.pdf
(Happy Days Halter - oversized doily)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2624.pdf
(Trendy Top Overlay)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2423.pdf
(Two-Tone Shrug - quite lacy)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2898.pdf
(Drop Stitch Tunic)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2695.pdf
(Options Topper - you can switch it around for a new texture at the front)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2860.pdf
(Trippy Tunic - very lacy oversized doilies)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2810.pdf
(Lighthearted Tunic - very lacy oversized doilies)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2809.pdf
(Heartfelt Halter - oversized doily)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2492.pdf
(Summer Striped Top - with neck ties and ruffle edging)
intermediate:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2345.pdf
(Camo Corset - with neck ties)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2453.pdf
(Dreamsicle Apron Top)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2402.pdf
(Baby Doll Top - one shoulder top)
experienced:
http://media.craftyarncouncil.com/files/iloveyarn/ILY-DST-SuperStarTunic.pdf
(Super Star Tunic - very lacy)
·
…for
shrugs, vests and a coat:
easy:
http://media.craftyarncouncil.com/files/iloveyarn/ILY_DTS-LW3487shrug.pdf
(I Love Yarn Shrug)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2423.pdf
(Two-Tone Shrug - quite lacy)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2854.pdf
(Links and Loops Shrug – very lacy, can also be used as scarf)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2609.pdf
(Calypso Cardigan - with fringe peplum)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2754.pdf
(Diva Shimmer Shrug - with puff sleeves)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2953.pdf
(Long on Looks Cardie – simply elegant and beautiful)
intermediate:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2956.pdf
(Fringe Vest - with enormous armholes)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2456.pdf
(Bell Single-Sleeve Shrug)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2955.pdf
(Tailored Vest)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW3586.pdf
(Crochet Trapeze Jacket)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2411.pdf
(Wrap-and-go Sweater)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2381.pdf
(Puff Sleeve Jacket)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2855.pdf
(Any Day Cardigan)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW3002.pdf
(Whimsical Duster - very lacy)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2615.pdf
(Little Girl’s Puffy Sleeve Sweater)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2422.pdf
(Flower Child’s Sweater)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2876.pdf
(Best in Hoodie Vest)
·
…for skirts
and dresses:
easy:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2471.pdf
(Diva Denim Remix Skirt – with fringy ruffles)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2470.pdf
(Kids Remix Skirt - with ruffles)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2859.pdf
(Miami Beach Skirt - very lacy)
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2528.pdf
(Caribbean Skirt - lacy)
intermediate:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2408.pdf
(Webby Sundress or Skirt)
·
…for
bags:
beginner:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2852.pdf
(Half Circle Bag - envelope style)
easy:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2554.pdf
(Ribbed Project Bag - Patchwork)
http://www.craftyarncouncil.com/double-stitch-twins
(Textured Handbag)
intermediate:
http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2396.pdf
(Loopy Boho Bag)
Thanks to Red Heart Yarn and the DoubleStitch Twins!
It would be really cool, if Red Heart Yarn would be easily available in
Austria, too.
If you want even more DoubleStitch designs or if you want to support
them check out their books and booklets.
There is a very short overview on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIrNjLIaRHc
- In „Double Stitch: Designs for the Crochet Fashionista“ they present twenty-five fashion-forward patterns on 128 pages. Its publisher is Interweave. Here, you can see my book review: http://crochetcreative.blogspot.co.at/2015/02/book-review-double-stitch-designs-for.html
- In „Fashion Forward“ you will find ten crochet designs on 41 pages. You can see my review here: http://crochetcreative.blogspot.co.at/2015/03/booklet-review-fashion-forward-by.html
- They have also produced a booklet named „The Crochet Fashionista Workshop“ with DVD. When they talk about their projects it almost feels as if there were some friends in your living room, crocheting, talking,… Here, you can see my booklet and DVD review: http://crochetcreative.blogspot.co.at/2015/02/booklet-and-dvd-review-crochet.html
Be prepared to get compliments whenever you wear one of their head
turning designs and have a great day!
Best wishes,
Dietlind
Ps.: If you think that only thin girls can wear DoubleStitch or similar designs, watch this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDe2-ggTLSI
Pps.: I have already made a variation of the Classy Corset Belt and a Butterfly Wrap with minor changes.
Ps.: If you think that only thin girls can wear DoubleStitch or similar designs, watch this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDe2-ggTLSI
Pps.: I have already made a variation of the Classy Corset Belt and a Butterfly Wrap with minor changes.
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