Fork crochet

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The technique of fork crochet is used to work fine ribbons and braids . A special two-pronged fork and a crochet hook are required . The yarn is wrapped around the fork prongs in large loops, and in the middle the loops are held together with crocheted stitches . The tine spacing determines the width of the belt. The U-shaped net forks used are available in fixed widths between 20 and 100 mm. In contrast, universal net forks can be adjusted to the required width. A slidable bridge serves to secure the work. Both wool and cotton yarn are suitable for fork crochet .

The fork crochet is also known as gimp crochet because this technique can be used to create a ribbon with a solid central rib and loops on the edges. The ribbons can be crocheted together in different ways to make women's bonnets, doilies, ribbons, stoles, tank tops, bags, belts, scarves and other accessories.

literature

  • The best: Newly discovered handicrafts . Verlag Das Beste GmbH, Stuttgart 1982, ISBN 3-87070-170-6 , p. 352.