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Timeless Designs for Heirloom TreasuresGENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
ABBREVIATIONS
hts) chaints)
de double erochict(s)
se single crochetts)
spts) spaces)
sts) stitchesis),
us) lieble evocket(s)
work instructions following * as many
more times as indicated in addition to the
first time,
O- work enclosed instructions as many
times as specifi
diately follow or c
remarks,
Coiont:) the mumberts} given after a colon
atthe end of'a row orround denote(s) the
number of stitehes you should have on
that tow or totind.
by the number imme-
tarts explanatory
AUGE
Exact ganze is essential for proper size.
Before beginning your project, make the
sample swateh. given in the instructions. in
the thread and hook speeified, After com
pleting the swatch, meusure it, counting
your stitches and rows very carefully. IF
your swateh is larger or smaller than specie
fied, make another, changing hook size te
the correct gauge. Keep trying until you
id the size hook that will give you the
specified gauge.
SETTING COLORS
If working.‘with miare thin ore colar you
swill need te set the colors so they will not
unt, Souk piece in 30% vinegar and SO%
water. Gently squeeze out excess moisture
WASHING AND
BLOCKING
For a more professional appearance, your
Linished project should be washed “and
blocked. Using 1 mild detergent and warm
water und also being very earefal not to rub
vist, or wring, gently squeeze suds through
picce. Rinse several times in cool, clear
water. Roll piece-in a elean (erry towel and
gently press out excess moisture. Lay piece
on @ flat surface and shape to proper size:
where needed, pio in place using rust-prool
pins. Allow to dry completely.
See Stiteh Guide on inside back ceiver