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Hooks, Books, & Wanderlust
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Hi, I’m Kristen! At Hooks, Books, & Wanderlust, I hope to encourage people to live the best version of their life, what I call la belle vie, by sharing my own passions for crochet, reading, and traveling.
Here on this channel, you’ll find crochet stitch tutorials and video patterns, a virtual book club called Books, WIPs, + Sips, which meets quarterly on Instagram Live @HooksBooksWanderlust with replays posted here, and short videos of our family’s adventures as we get out and explore the world around us!
Is there a stitch you would like me to feature on my channel? A book suggestion? Questions? Let me know! You can email me at kristen.caldwell@hooksbookswanderlust.com or post in the Discussion tab!
Thanks for dropping by! I hope you find something here to help you live la belle vie!
Here on this channel, you’ll find crochet stitch tutorials and video patterns, a virtual book club called Books, WIPs, + Sips, which meets quarterly on Instagram Live @HooksBooksWanderlust with replays posted here, and short videos of our family’s adventures as we get out and explore the world around us!
Is there a stitch you would like me to feature on my channel? A book suggestion? Questions? Let me know! You can email me at kristen.caldwell@hooksbookswanderlust.com or post in the Discussion tab!
Thanks for dropping by! I hope you find something here to help you live la belle vie!
Even Moss Stitch
Come learn a fun new stitch, the even moss stitch! This video will show you how to work this stitch pattern in both rows and rounds, so grab your yarn and hook and let's get to it!
Written Photo Tutorial: www.hooksbookswanderlust.com/2024/10/03/evenmossstitch/
Foundation Single Crochet Video Tutorial: ua-cam.com/video/XG_JW-m-QFs/v-deo.html
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Written Photo Tutorial: www.hooksbookswanderlust.com/2024/10/03/evenmossstitch/
Foundation Single Crochet Video Tutorial: ua-cam.com/video/XG_JW-m-QFs/v-deo.html
********************** SUBSCRIBE TO MY CHANNEL **********************
Subscribe so you don't miss any new videos! Crochet tutorials and patterns, book club discussions and more right in your feed!
********************** LET'S HANG OUT **********************
Find me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest @HooksBooksWanderlust and let's hang out!
Shop patterns on Ravelry: www.ravelry.com/stores/kristen-caldwell-designs
Shop patterns, cut files, and more on Etsy: www.etsy.com/shop/labelleviemaisoui/
Sharing is caring! If you post on social something you make from one of my patterns or tutorials or if you read one of the BWSBC picks, use #labellevieforme and/or #bookswipssipsbookclub!
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Thank you for tutorial 😊
@@joanwood5778 my pleasure ☺️
Love this blanket, I'm making it now! I'm newer at crocheting, and I keep getting 122 instead of 121 stitches in my blanket. Will the star stich be effected by this when I get to that point, or is being off by 1 stich not that big of a deal?
@@mindayyy12 i’m glad you’re enjoying the blanket. Unfortunately, yes, the star stitch will be affected by stitch count, so before you go any farther, I recommend going back to see where you missed that stitch. I’m sorry!
@@HooksBooksWanderlust no worries, thanks for the quick reply! 🥰
Oh my god! THIS should be at the top of videos for this stitch. I watched a bunch of tutorials thinking that I was doing something wrong and that’s why I’m getting an ugly blanket! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!!
@@ekaterinalysykh4161 aww yay! Glad this video helped!! 🙌🙌
Thank you for sharing. This is very helpful.
@@kathleennece715 I’m glad it helped!
I do the starting chain by 5 also so I know exactly what you mean😄
@@iammeganmk it helps, doesn’t it?!
I really like that you used a yarn that is easy to see the stitches. I also really like how you pointed out the stitches. Thank you!
@@tennisonbeilgard4319 I’m glad it was helpful to you!
Thank you so much for this tutorial. I really love your way of joining. Can I use it in my crochet patterns? I will give you credit of course and link your video.
@@SomiaDz sure, thank you for asking!
@@HooksBooksWanderlust thank you ❤️
Thank you
@@alimoore589 my pleasure!
This video is the most helpful video on crochet I have ever seen! Thank you!!
@@delaineharvey5177 aw yay, I’m so glad you think so!
Thank you! What would you do if there’s no gauge provided in the pattern?
@@xanthekitses that depends on what I’m making. If it’s a wearable, I would check throughout the pattern to see if it gives any dimensions anywhere and use that as a jumping off point. Sometimes patterns don’t give gauge because it’s unimportant, but they’re supposed to say that in the pattern regardless. Otherwise they might tell you to chain out to a length of X number of inches or something like that and work enough rows/rounds until a certain height is met. If none of that is in the pattern and it’s aw wearable then I usually try to fit-check it as I work. I hope this helps!
Been a Yanker since I started and I doomed to never make garments
@@kellyglass5019 I believe in you! I used to be a yanker too but practicing lengthening that golden loop helped immensely ♥️
How many rows did you do for the tall one I love it thank you ❤
@@tinystarkimable I worked 16 sts across for both of these sizes, then 18 rows for the tall one and 20 rows for the round one.
@@HooksBooksWanderlust thank you so so much there beautiful
@@tinystarkimable any time!
Get the camera closer and you got this 🎉
New to your channel. I am 74 & really like the way you teach your pattern to all of us that is just learning new patterns. I am making lots of dishcloths & scrubbies to donate to donate to our local womens shelter.
@@carlenevasseur I’m glad you found it beneficial! What a wonderful thing you’re doing!
Very informative!
@@SusanHarvey-o1h glad you liked it!
❤OMG- I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!!! Somehow, you FINALLY explained gauge without me needing to look up other words!!!!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🤭🤭🤭🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
@@juliech2 your message brought the biggest grin to my face 🥰 I’m so glad you found it helpful!
Heyy... New crocheter here....my scarf was turning out disastrously and I had to open it all up😢... Thanks to you it finally looks great... Lots of love!❤
@@ilmahasan8401 woohoo!! So glad this helped you!! ♥️
Thank you for explaining everything so explicitly it's a really good video . How do you block at the end since I've never heard of that lol
I’m glad you found it helpful! Blocking is wetting a piece down and pinning it into shape to let it dry. If I’m using acrylic yarn, I steam it, and if I’m using natural fiber (like cotton) then I spray with water. I hope that helps!
I will be honest and tell you that I don’t block my washcloths, since they’re a more utilitarian piece. So don’t feel like you have to :)
Apologies if I missed this but after watching your flat star stitch video then this video, I’m confused because in this video you already have 2 star stitch rows but didn’t show how to Begin stitching into the round? Do I just fold the flat piece and slip stitch?
@@Amanda-pc3jv that can vary based on your pattern, but the most basic way to begin working in the round is a foundation chain that’s been joined by slip stitch. Another way to do it is to work a base row of sc into a row of foundation chains (or skip the chains and work a foundation sc) then join at the top of the sc. This is usually my preferred method because I’m less likely to twist my work before I join it. Just don’t forget that when you weave in your ends, you’ll also need to use that yarn tail to secure the bottom of your sc. To see what I mean, see the beginning of this video: ua-cam.com/video/nvsCFiIj_cg/v-deo.htmlsi=isYz7sU25QWbi7Vv. It uses a different stitch but same technique.
@@HooksBooksWanderlustthanks so much! Excited to give this stitch a try this week 😊
@@Amanda-pc3jv have fun!
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It is a bit hard but it is a great way to learn
@@shanicepearce4433 baby steps and take your time :)
That looks like such an amazing trip! The pic of the boys in the Falls is the best!!!❤
@@YarnSociety it was worth all the wet shoes! ♥️
@@HooksBooksWanderlust Ahhhh I didn't even think of that!!! So worth it though😂
@@YarnSociety if you ever go, learn from my mistake and wear water shoes 🤣
@@HooksBooksWanderlust I will bookmark that for life as I hate wet socks and shoes!!!😂
It's very easy and beautiful crochet ❤🎉
@@vibhatyagi7560 thank you, I’m glad you think so!
Not only is this a beautiful baby blanket, it has to be the most entertaining crochet I have worked on in many years. Your talent is extraordinary! I purchased the pattern so that I have it to fall back on. I plan to purchase the book suggestion to go with this to complete the gift. Thank you for sharing your talent.
Your comment made my day! Thank you for your sweet words and I hope mama-to-be loves it! ♥️
Thank you
My pleasure!
I am getting lost in the border stitches, I can’t tell where exactly I should be doing the single crochet for each row. Do you have a tutorial for that? I see the video mentions border but doesn’t show it. Also do you recommend a tutorial for weaving in the ends?
I don’t have a video tutorial for this blanket for working in the border, but if you go to the written pattern, found free on my blog, there are photos and written directions to help with the border. It’s linked in the video description or click here: www.hooksbookswanderlust.com/2022/06/23/evren-baby-blanket/
Thanks, I purchased the tutorial on Etsy and I’m excited to get started once my yarn arrives next week. I’ve been practicing the basic stitches, and so far the border and getting the treble stitches to pop out are my weak spots. I checked the tutorial and found it a little bit hard to see the MC SC border stitches with ecru on ecru, but it was more clear for the CC rows with hazelnut on Ecru.
Thanks, I purchased the tutorial on Etsy and I’m excited to get started once my yarn arrives next week. I’ve been practicing the basic stitches, and so far the border and getting the treble stitches to pop out are my weak spots. I checked the tutorial and found it a little bit hard to see the MC SC border stitches with ecru on ecru, but it was more clear for the CC rows with hazelnut on Ecru.
@@kelseygulu I can see where the ecru on ecru would be difficult to differentiate. I’ll have to see if I can edit the photos in a way that highlights stitch placement better. But in the meantime, use the rules of thumb that were in that written tutorial and just do your best to make sure that it lays flat. If your edge wants to curve into a C shape, then you likely don’t have enough stitches, and if the edge ends up ruffling, then you’ve got too many. Borders are not an exact science, because we all have different tensions, etc. Just do your best to keep it straight and flat. My contact information is in the pattern, if you want to send me pictures of your work if you’re having problems and I can try and help you. ♥️
Thanks for making this tutorial.
I’m glad you like it!
We would have a party of 5. 3 adults and 2 kids. I see that the website says the golf carts hold 4, do you know if they would allow 5 on one?
You’d have to call and ask, but they’re a standard cart. Maybe if one of your kids was small enough to sit on someone’s lap. Again, call to ask because they may not show that for safety/liability reasons
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this pattern!! Your baby blanket is gorgeous. I'm going to order my yarn today and can't wait to start it. I subscribed to your site and look forward to seeing your other patterns. ps...this is my 1st comment to anyone so pls know I'm honest with my comment. THANK YOU
Aww you made my day! I hope you share a picture of your blanket when you finish it! ♥️♥️♥️
I wish I lived near you, how fun! I read the book and loved it!❤❤❤
I wish you did too! I’m glad you enjoyed the book! Have you read any of her others?
@@HooksBooksWanderlust Yes! Nightingale was my fave!!❤
Check out The Great Alone…I think I like it best!
@@HooksBooksWanderlust Oh yes! I did read that and it was amazing. That one is high on the list too. I wish she could write faster, I enjoy her books so much!
She’s a favorite for sure!
I love this pattern ~ I am getting ready to start my 4th blanket! Your instructions/tips are amazing!
Awww yay! That makes me so happy! ♥️
Love learring new stichs and how meny leangth for a teen size hat. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ fron jodie
That depends on the stitches used and your tension, so you’ll be better off paying attention to the side of your rectangle. I would with stitches until they measure 8.25 for a fitted hat (add more for slouch), and with rows until your work measures 20” long (or head circumference minus 2”).
Thank you!!!!!
Happy to help!
Thank you
You’re welcome!
Beautiful work
Thank you so much!
Very beautiful, even if yarn hungry pattern it’s different and I love the finished work I saw on your blog. Thank you for your generosity! Love from Brazil
I’m so glad you like it! Thank you for your kind words!
This was very helpfoul, thank you so much
You’re so welcome!
I’m new to this , how do I find your vlog for the free pattern please ? I really like the textures and your colour choices too 😊
Here you go! Hope you find lots of fun things to make! www.hooksbookswanderlust.com/2022/06/23/evren-baby-blanket/
I started with an uneven number of stitches in my foundation row, and I ended up with a full star at the end, where do I go and how do I go now? Do I go with a chain 3 to go for my second row of single crochet to close up my stars? And still keep all of my rows even?
You will want to count your stitches, but if you ended up with a full star at the end, you still need to work a “half star” to finish that row before moving to the single crochet row. See the photo tutorial on my blog for further clarification. www.hooksbookswanderlust.com/2022/04/25/starstitch/
I hope your channel gets more recognition. You seem to have really great taste and well spoken educator. ❤
Thank you so much!
Will there be holes if you add a border?
Nope, but before I start a border pattern, I always begin with a round of single crochet along the edges which helps omit any holes and evens out stitch placement for the border.
@@HooksBooksWanderlust Thanks :)
Do you know approximately how many chains and how much yardage of each yarn to make a queen size??
Assuming a queen width of 90”, approximately 315 sts (+1 for the foundation chain), assuming you meet gauge :)
@@HooksBooksWanderlust so would I just maybe triple the yardage on everything? Sorry I don’t try to alter pattern sizes often 😅
@@clfisher2011 it’s a lot of math, so I get it. Using quick calculations, I’d say yes, triple the amount would get you there with some leftover.
@clfisher2011 I would love to see your finished Queen size blanket. I am very new to crocheting but I love this pattern and want to make one for myself. ❤
Great tip on weaving the end of the contrast color on the return row! Weaving in tails is so annoying. Very pretty stitch.
In lieu of a magic wand making those tails disappear, it’s the next best thing 😄
I enjoy your teaching style...thank you!
I’m so glad! Thank you!
Thank you for teaching me the Yarn Over Slip Stitch. Hugs from Germany
It’s my pleasure! Hugs back from the US!
How long do I make the rectangle for a toddler?
Measure their head and then follow the how to here: www.hooksbookswanderlust.com/2022/01/31/seamandcinch/
How do I join them?
Join with a slip stitch to the top of the first star stitch (or sc if on that type of round) to join.
Love this washcloth
🥰🥰 I’m so glad!
You had me at thong bookmark😂I never know what to make with thread but now I do! These are just the prettiest! You and the fam have a wonderful holiday my friend!!
Hahahaha like seriously though, there’s GOT to be another word I could use! 🤣 Thank you, I wish the best for you and yours as well! ♥️♥️♥️
Also, great review...Thank you.
My pleasure!