Like everything else there are trends in crochet, influenced
by access to worldwide crocheters through social media and by developments and
trends in yarn. What’s new this season and what you should be looking out for?
Whether you are looking for inspiration for a new crochet project or simply
want to keep ahead of trends these are my six favourite crochet finds for late
2017.
1. Tapestry crochet is one of the
big new themes. Originating in South America where crocheters make spectacular
and very bright crochet drawstring bags, you can now see the tapestry trend in
softer colours used to make cushions and scarves from crocheters around the
world. Tapestry crochet can be tricky to work depending on the complexity of
the pattern and the number of colours you use, but with a bit of practice these
repeating pattern become easier to work.
2. Ponchos are big news in fashion
and this has trended across to crochet. Crochet is perfect for ponchos and crochet
ponchos can be made in many different styles and methods from traditional granny
squares and round motifs to large chunky motifs, popcorns and cables. Stripes work
well on crochet ponchos made either in one large piece folded or worked in a
triangular way all work well.
3. Crochet rugs are always on the
scene but now there are many crochet rug designs based on vintage crochet fine
cotton mats and doily patterns, used to make rugs using larger weight cotton
yarns. They look spectacular!
4. Sparkly and iridescent yarns are
big news at the moment in fashion, at one time sparkly yarns were reserved for
evening shawls. Now you can find them in traditional scarves and infinity
scarves? Combine them with plainer yarns for gorgeous effects.Zig zags stripes are everywhere.
5. Crochet
zigzags made in the traditional rise and fall method have always been popular,
but also now come in tapestry crochet form. Use subtle blends or more punchy
colours. Zig zags look fantastic used in poncho designs.
6. Stripes large and small are
always in fashion, but this season they are everywhere in crochet. I’ve seen
them, narrow and wide, used in scarves, cushions, throws and ponchos. Combined with
rows of specialist stitches such as popcorns or shells stripes look wonderful.
