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boring stuff that just serves to affirm what a geek I am.
The crochet conversions of the Punk Knitters pattern are based on the original knitting gauge of 5 st and 6.5 r per 1 in.
I assumed familiarity with basic crochet technique and common abbreviations when I wrote out the instructions, but please feel free to ask if you don't understand something. There's nothing I hate more than not understanding a pattern and having no one to explain it.
I don't care for crochet ribbing, so this conversion uses a casing and drawstring. If you prefer ribbing, either crochet or knit, just ask, and I can post instructions.
I've included some of this information with each individual pattern, but I'll include it here also. My gauge is 7 sts and 6 r per 2 in, using a size H or I hook, depending on the specific yarn, and a worsted weight yarn. I used a looser gauge for a couple of reasons. Crochet fabric is thicker and more dense than knit fabric of comparable gauge, so using a looser gauge will keep you from gnarling your fingers forming super tight stitches. Also, crochet fabric isn't as stretchy as knit, because of the nature of the stitches, so looser stitches allow for more stretch. Plus, if you're like me, a looser gauge will keep you from giving up due to lack of perceived progress, which is why I don't knit by hand. As for yarn, I prefer to use 100% wool for my soakers (Punk Knitters suggests at least 75% wool), but I've also had success with acrylic, although I find that, if it gets really wet, it needs washing rather than just airing out, or it gets stinky very quickly.
If you have trouble matching the gauge, want to use a substantially different yarn, or have problems getting a good fit, I'd be happy to help you convert the pattern to your particulars. I can't make any guarantees, but I'll do my best.
I assumed familiarity with basic crochet technique and common abbreviations when I wrote out the instructions, but please feel free to ask if you don't understand something. There's nothing I hate more than not understanding a pattern and having no one to explain it.
I don't care for crochet ribbing, so this conversion uses a casing and drawstring. If you prefer ribbing, either crochet or knit, just ask, and I can post instructions.
I've included some of this information with each individual pattern, but I'll include it here also. My gauge is 7 sts and 6 r per 2 in, using a size H or I hook, depending on the specific yarn, and a worsted weight yarn. I used a looser gauge for a couple of reasons. Crochet fabric is thicker and more dense than knit fabric of comparable gauge, so using a looser gauge will keep you from gnarling your fingers forming super tight stitches. Also, crochet fabric isn't as stretchy as knit, because of the nature of the stitches, so looser stitches allow for more stretch. Plus, if you're like me, a looser gauge will keep you from giving up due to lack of perceived progress, which is why I don't knit by hand. As for yarn, I prefer to use 100% wool for my soakers (Punk Knitters suggests at least 75% wool), but I've also had success with acrylic, although I find that, if it gets really wet, it needs washing rather than just airing out, or it gets stinky very quickly.
If you have trouble matching the gauge, want to use a substantially different yarn, or have problems getting a good fit, I'd be happy to help you convert the pattern to your particulars. I can't make any guarantees, but I'll do my best.
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As for selling things made from the patterns... neither one is completely original to me, so I'd feel better if you asked the original designers for permission. I know that Ms. Crafty, who did the punk knitters pattern has given permission to pretty much anyone who's asked, and I have permission from Jacque for the sleep sacks, but I just wouldn't feel right giving permission just because I have it. So long as they're ok with it, I certainly don't have any problems. More power to you, I say. And good luck!
If you think the next size up would be too big, you could try using a larger hook for the starting chain. I used to have to do that for almost all my projects because I tend to crochet fairly tightly. One or two sizes larger usually did the trick. I wouldn't go larger than that. If that doesn't work, let me know, and we can look at some other waist options.
I'm glad you like the patterns. Let me know if there's anything else I can do for you.