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PROJECT GUIDELINES

Project Objective

Welcome to the Montana 4-H Crochet Project! This project is designed to encourage creativeness and to fit the needs of each individual member. Members will complete a Montana 4-H Non-Animal Project Recordto record their learning activities and experiences. Project requirements are outlined below. Members are allowed up to three years to complete a project level.

Additionally, members are also encouraged to share their project knowledge with others, such as at county fair project interview or a presentation at a club meeting.

Project Requirements

The 4-H Crocheting project is divided into three levels: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. Skills to learn and suggested articles to make are below. To complete a project year, a member must create three articles. Use the book, Crochet Made Easy, as outlined in the Montana 4-H Clover Project Selection Guide.

Beginner: Phase 1 & 2

Phase

Skills to Learn

Other Topics
to Learn

Suggested
Articles to Create

Suggested Fair Exhibit Projects

1

Winding and joining yarn

Reading and understanding a pattern.

Chain stitch, single crochet double crochet, slip stitch.

Increasing, decreasing (if pattern calls for it).

Crocheting tools

Crocheting terms

Different yarns, threads

Gauge and tension

Blocking, laundering and caring for crocheted articles

Three or more articles using skills learned:

  • Scarf
  • Purse
  • Place mats
  • Potholder
  • Pillow case
  • Simple stocking cap
  • Bag
  • Belt
  • Hair bow

One article showing one or more skills learned:

  • Chain stitch
  • Single crochet
  • Double crochet
  •  Slip stitch

2

Understanding more advanced pattern instructions.

Attaching yarn of another color.

Treble crochet, double treble, v-stitch.

Crocheting in rounds; increasing, decreasing (if pattern calls for it).

New crochet terms.

More about yarns, threads.

More about tension, gauge.

Achieving textures by varying stitches.

Two small or one large article(s) using skills learned:

  • Scarf
  • Cape or poncho
  • Top
  • Simple afghan
  • Slippers
  • Vest
  • Skirt
  • Toys
  • Drawstring bag and belt set

One article showing one or more of the following stitches or skills:

  • Treble crochet, double treble or v-stitch.
  • Use of two or more colors.

Intermediate: Phase 3

Phase

Skills to Learn

Other Topics
to Learn

Suggested Articles to Create

Fair Exhibit Projects

3

Increasing, decreasing stitches

Learn at least two of the following:

  • Filet mesh
  • Shell stitch
  • Working in rounds
  • Cluster stitch
  • Popcorn stitch
  • Puff stitch and variations
  • Bobbles stitch
  • Afghan stitch

More about types and sizes of yarns, textures

Using an interchangeable yarn chart

New crochet terms

Fit of apparel articles

Experiment with at least four different types of yarn and thread (from rug yarn to bedspread cotton).

Review of Phases 1-2 to help develop additional skills.

Two small or one large article(s) using skills learned:

  • Sweater with sleeves
  • Cape with arm slits
  • Patterned afghan
  • Rug
  • Small tablecloth or runner
  • Simple doilies

One article showing one or more of the stitches or techniques outlined under “Skills to Learn” for this phase.

Advanced: Phase 4

Phase

Skills to Learn

Other Topics
to Learn

Suggested Articles to Create

Fair Exhibit Projects

4

Research and learn about unique stitches not found in Crochet Made Easy, such as:

  • Open mesh
  • Block or solid mesh
  • Long single stitch
  • Waffle (or rib) stitch
  • Picot (Irish crochet) stitch
  • Star stitch
  • Hairpin lace
  • Broomstick crochet

Research and learn techniques, such as:

  • Combining crochet with leather or fabric
  • Working with fine thread
  • Working with cloth strips
  • Multicolored patterns (jacquards) using charts
  • Draft pattern for a fitted garment
  • Create an original design

How to adapt for different size yarn

Selecting different types of yarn or thread suitable for a pattern

Charting

Join a crocheting group Research new patterns

Two small or one large article(s) using skills learned, such as:

  • Poncho or cape
  • Afghan
  • Sweater
  • Vest or halter
  • Purse or bag with zipper

One article showing one or more of the stitches or techniques outlined under “Skills to Learn” for this phase.

 

In addition to this guide, please use the following resources:

Crochet Made Easy

My 4-H Year Record Book(1/member per 4-H year)

Non-Animal Project Journal & Financial Record(1/project per 4-H year)

 

Date of Publication: October 2017

Information courtesy of: Oregon State University 4-H Crocheting Project Member Guide, Published August 2008