I was asked to write a pattern for this butterfly (Eochroa Trimenii) I created, even if no classical row by row instructions could be provided because it is crocheted in a kind of freeform. This is mostly a photo-tutorial, perfect for intermediate to experienced crocheters but my technique is beginners friendly and was created for them. The number of stitches and rows can vary and even the size and the shape of your butterfly can be changed. I call my technique frame-crocheting and it consists in creating a wire frame and crocheting inside it, following its shape, in rows or in rounds . Materials: I used cotton threads (100gr/400m) of following colors: pink, orange, turquoise, yellow, black, fuchsia (I used thinner threads like DMC Babylo 20 (50gr/366m) to create the body and “draw” the lines on the wings), 0,7-1 mm wire, 1,25 and 2 mm hook, needle, scissors. You can use threads or yarn of your choice. Yarn leftovers are perfect for this project. If you use thicker threads, you can create bigger wire frames. Adapt the hook size.
Contains:
- Written Instructions
- Photo Tutorial
- Step-by-step Instructions
Materials you need at home:
- cotton threads (100gr/400m)
- 1,25 and 2mm crochet hooks
- 0,7-1mm wire
Naturofils
The idea of « Nature aux fils » came from a distant childhood memory of a 3D flower knitted, I think, on a skirt's strap by my talented grandma for me. Inspired by nature, I want my crochet flowers and other creations as realistic as possible but I don't want to copy nature and reproduce the whole flowers because I know that I'll never do better, so I introduce them into my pieces of jewellery.
The patterns that I publish here are unique and were designed by me with great care and passion. Today I want to share my secrets with you. My technique is simple but new and original, it permits you to obtain a needed shape rather easily. I also use some unusual materials that everyone can have at home but doesn't think to use.
Welcome to my universe!