MATERIALS & TOOLS
FOLLOWING A PATTERN
Here’s our guide to understanding a typical crochet pattern
YOU WILL NEED
This box tells you exactly what
yarn and hooks you will need to
complete the pattern, as well as
other equipment, such as fabric
or buttons. Yarn amounts are
based on average requirements,
so if your tension is loose, you
might need more.TENSION
This part of the pattern
information panel tells you how
many rows and stitches are
needed for the correct tension
required to complete the design.
Page 47 explains tension
squares in detail.ABBREVIATIONS
Special abbreviations used
within the pattern are explained
here. For our extensive list, turn
to page 18.MEASUREMENTS
Most patterns state the size of
the finished item – if it’s a
garment, sizes may be in a table.
‘Actual’ measurements are the
finished size of the item. ‘To fit’
measurements show the
recommended measurements
of the intended wearer.DIFFERENT SIZES
If the pattern is for a garment or
other item that can be made in
different sizes, there will often
be a table like this. Some
patterns use colour-coding to
help you follow the size
instructions you need
throughout the pattern.