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PATTERN
next ch-2-sp, ch 1, dc in next ch-2-sp, ch 1;
rep from around, 2 tr in same sp as irst tr,
ch 1, dc in irst tr to form last ch-2-sp
(210 sts and 126 sps).
Rnd 21: Ch 1, dc in last ch-2-sp made and in
next 2 tr and next ch-1-sp, skip next dc, dc
in next ch-1-sp and in next 2 tr, (dc, ch 3,
dc) in next ch-2-sp, dc in next 2 tr and in
next ch-1-sp, skip next dc, dc in next ch-1-sp
and in next 2 tr; rep from * around, dc in
same sp as irst dc, ch 3; join with slip st to
irst dc, fasten of.
TO FINISH
Spray paint inside hoop of quilting hoop,
let dry completely.
Cut 2 x 183cm (72in) lengths of yarn B.
Thread tapestry needle with both strands
of B. Using photo as a guide, weave yarn
through ch-3-sps on rnd 21 and around
hoop to secure Body to hoop.
Knot ends behind Body to secure ends,
then weave in ends.Pattern from Happy Crochet by Leisure
Arts, published by Leisure ArtsUSEFUL TECHNIQUES
Changing colours
- To change colours while
working a stitch, work the
last stitch to within one
step of completion, drop
yarn, hook new yarn and
draw through all loops on
hook. Do not cut yarn
until indicated.
2. To change colours while
joining with a slip st, drop
yarn, insert hook in irst
stitch, hook new yarn and
draw through st and loop on
hook; cut previous colour
unless otherwise instructed.
Working in a space
before a stitch
When instructed to work
in a space before a stitch or
in space between stitches,
insert hook in space
indicated by arrow.1 2