You already know the basics of tapestry crochet if you know how to crochet.Making vibrant and playful patterns is easy with tapestry crochet, which adds in more than one color of yarn.Once you want to switch colors, your additional color is hidden on the inside of your stitches.If you follow these steps, you will be able to make a colorful finished project that will make people think it is crocheted instead of woven.
Step 1: A design can be created to be used.
You can draw your own tapestry crochet designs.A simple two color design using only one color per square can be created using graph or grid paper.It is a good idea to start with a design that is not too intricate.If you use a traditional crochet pattern, you need to be able to read it.You can find a key to abbreviations online, such as the one on the craft yarn council website.Cross-stitch patterns can be used as inspiration for your tapestry crochet pattern.
Step 2: Pick the yarn.
When picking out yarn for tapestry crochet, consider how you want the project to turn out.A fine or light worsted yarn is a good choice if you want a tight and thin final outcome.If you want a bigger finished product, use a fluffier yarn.The choice is yours.You will need a crochet hook that matches your yarn size and the look of your finished project.Thin yarn should be crocheted with a relatively thin hook, while thicker yarn needs a thicker hook.Pick the yarn and hook you want for your project if you are a skilled crocheter.
Step 3: You can crochet a basic chain with your main color.
Follow the first line of your pattern.If you are using a pattern drawn in a grid, you need to make one stitch for each square, so make sure you match the number of boxes.You can refresh your knowledge of the basic crochet stitch by visiting How to Crochet or how to single crochet.
Step 4: Attach each stitch to the foundation stitches on the second row.
The space under the top loops of the foundation stitch should be used for a single crochet stitch.The crochet hook should be inserted into the space underneath the top loops instead of into only one of them.When the hook is inserted into only one of the top loops, the yarn line is created.It has a tight look.
Step 5: Work in your second color.
You will need to work in your second color of yarn at least a few inches before you can begin your tapestry crochet design.If you don't have a needle in your hand, lay the end of Color 2 flat on the piece's top edge.Color 2 stays flat against the top of the row, inside your stitches, as you crochet the next several stitches.At this point, you shouldn't be able to see Color 2 in your work.It is considered hiding or carrying the unused color and has great benefits to your finished piece, including making it stronger and avoiding unpleasant pieces sticking out the backside of your work.Some people are working on a project from the second row.The thickness of your project is the same and the second color will be there when you need it.
Step 6: Color 2 is used to begin tapestry crocheting.
Interrupt a single crochet stitch.The final single crochet stitch should not be completed.Drop Color 1 and carry it along, picking up Color 2 with your hook and pulling it through both loops.
Step 7: Color 2 is used for the number of stitches.
Color 1 will be concealed inside the stitches as you do for Color 2 previously.
Step 8: When the pattern dictates it, switch back to Color 1
The process of reverting back to Color 1 is the same as it was before.If you don't want to carry the yarn color, drop it.The two loops of the single crochet should be on the hook.The yarn will be on the rim of your work.Pick up Color 1 with your hook and pull the loop through the two that are on it.
Step 9: You can switch between colors when crocheting the rest of your pattern.
Make sure the stitches you use match the boxes on your pattern.It is possible to cross off rows in order to keep track of where you are.
Step 10: A simple border can be used to fasten off the edge of your project.
You can just tie off the yarn at the end of the row, but there are other stitches you can use to finish the piece.If you want to tie off your project, you should cut your yarn a few inches after your last stitch.Pull the end through the loops and tie it up.The end of the yarn should be hidden from view by weaving it into the last line of stitches with a yarn needle.
Step 11: Enjoy the finished product!
If your project has more than one part, trim any stray ends of yarn.Your tapestry crochet project may need special care if laundered, as each yarn requires specific handling.