Hand And Wrist Exercises For Crocheters and Knitters | Posh Pooch Designs

Have you ever been working on a crochet 

or knitting project, 

and before you realized it, a few hours have passed?

And then you set the project aside, and 

Your hands and wrists, and even your neck is stiff?

I know I have.

I have put together a few exercises for your

 hands, wrists and your neck, that I use. 

And they work great for me.

Disclaimer:

I am not a doctor, Chiropractor or 

physical Therapist.

If you are on pain go to your Doctor!

I am just a crafter with stiffness.

See This Video on my Youtube channel at this Link

I do not know if these moves

 have actual names,

these are the names I have given them. 

As with any exercise, 

if it hurts, do not do it!

1. Finger Curls

Hold your hand up straight, 

gently curl your finger forward. 

Make sure you thumb stays flat against

 your pointer finger.

Slowly curl and uncurl your fingers

 about 6 to 8 times.

2. Fist Curls

Hold your hand up straight with your fingers closed in a fist,

with your thumb pressed gently against your pointer finger.

Slowly tilt your fist forward and backward about 6 to 8 times.

3. Thumb Stretches

Press your  thumbs and  fingers together.

Put gentle pressure on your thumbs and pointer fingers

 and hold for a few seconds.

Concentrate on stretching and relaxing the thumb.

Repeat this about 6 to 8 times.

4. Finger Stretches

Place your thumb and fingers together.

Spread your fingers.

Put gentle press on thumbs and all fingers,

 opening and closing your fingers.

Concentrate on each finger stretching 

and relaxing the pressure.

Repeat This about 6 to 8 times.

5. Princess Wave

Hold your hand up flat, wave by turning your hand to the right, 

then to the left, gently pulling as you wave.

Repeat This motion about 6 to 8 times.

The perfect move for loosening your wrist.

Lastly, lets talk about your neck

There are 2 simple moves I do.

1. Neck Tilts

Tilt Your head to the right, hold for 15 seconds, 

Tilt your head to the left, hold for 15 seconds

Then Tilt to the back, and then to the front.

 Holding each time for 15 seconds.

NEVER ROLL YOUR NECK!

2. Shoulder Raises

Gently lift your shoulders up, 

and gently lower your shoulders down.

Do not drop your Shoulders.

Control your urge to drop your shoulders.

These simples moves can be a help

 to all crafters.

 If you crochet and knit, 

but also for beaders, painters, 

and anyone who works their hands.

And also for those who work on 

their Computers.

Blossom Headband Crochet a Long! Come join us!!! | Posh Pooch Designs

The Blossom Headband Crochet Pattern
With Sara Sach of Posh Pooch Designs

We Decided to Retest and Update the Blossom Headband Crochet Pattern with a Brand New Video.

Originally this Pattern was a small Crochet A Long, 
I put it all together in one Video to make it easier for
 you to stitch up.

It is the perfect headband for Spring and Summer. 
You can stitch up this headband with any med (4) yarn.

See The Video on my Youtube Crochet Channel At This LINK

 Blossom Headband Crochet Pattern

Please, add this pattern to your Ravelry favorites

Skill: Easy

Materials:

Crochet Hook – I / 5.50 MM

Yarn – Worsted Weight (4) 3 oz.

             I used Red Heart Yarn Sparkle Soft

1 ponytail band

Stitches and Terms:

Chain (ch)

Slip Stitch (slst)

Half Double Crochet (hdc)

Triple Crochet (tr)

Space (sp)

Skip (sk)

Together (tog)

Special Stitch Technique – St 2 Tr tog:       

Wrap yo 2 times, insert hook through the st,

pull up 1 loop, yo, pull through 2 loops, yo, pull through 2 loops,

Wrap yo 2 times, insert hook through the same st,

pull up 1 loop, yo, pull through 2 loops, yo, pull through 2 loops,

yo, pull through all remaining loops.

Size: Youth to Adult (18-20 inch head)

R: 1 - Forming the Blossoms –

Ch 53, In the 4^th ch from the hook 
*St 2 Tr tog, ch4, St 2 Tr tog, ch1, sk 4 chs*

Repeat From * to * 9 more times,

Ch4, sl st in the last ch, ch 4, turn

Working Down the opposite side of the ch,

*St 2 Tr tog, ch4, St 2 Tr tog in the center st of the next blossom,

Ch1* Repeat From * to * 9 times, ch 4, 1 tr in the same st, ch4,

 join to the top of the ch4.

R: 2 – Adding the hair band –

 Slst to the 1^st ch4 space,

*4hdc in the ch4 sp, ch 1*

Repeat across the headband. (Only stitching in the ch4 sps.) 9 times,

4 hdc stitching over the hairband, ch1, 4 hdc in the next ch4 sp

 again stitching over the hairband, ch 1

Working across the opposite side of the headband,

Repeat From * to *, 4 hdc stitching over the hair band,

 Ch1, 4 hdc in the next ch4 sp

 again stitching over the hairband,

join to the 1^st hdc,

R: 3 – Trim - *Ch3, sk 1 hdc, slst in the next hdc*

Repeat From * to * around headband, join and tie off.

Weave in your ends. 

Looking 

forward to 

seeing

all your  
headbands!





An Ad Free PDF FILE is now Available
For $2.50 in my Ravelry Shop
 AT This LINK


Look at all the different Blossom Headbands

from the Original Crochet A Long!

I Love all the variety of colors.

What Is Your Favorite Crochet Hook? | Posh Pooch Design

What are all those styles of Crochet Hooks for?

And does what the Crochet hook

 is made out of matter?

Will it make a difference in my project?
There are so many styles and types,
 I just do not know what to get?

(this is just a tiny amount of the crochet hooks I own!)

See This Video on my Youtube Channel at This LINK

One of the big Questions is, 

"Which do you prefer, 

Bates or Boye Crochet Hooks?"

These 2 hooks are both N-15 US/10.0 mm

For comparison.

You can see they are definitely different.

Here is a picture I made to show you the

Anatomy of a Crochet Hook.

Basic Types Crochet Hooks

Aluminum Hooks -   These hooks are the most popular hooks.

 They are available in all sizes.

 They are smooth to work with and last forever.

Bamboo Hooks – These hooks are lightweight.

 They are available in all the average sizes, but not in the smallest

 and jumbo sizes. They are not as durable as aluminum hooks.

Plastic Hooks – These hooks are available in all the common sizes,

 as well as jumbo hooks.

They are very large and are usually made of hollow plastic, 

because it is lightweight. They are not as durable as the Aluminum hooks, 

and are a great choice for beginners.

Steel Hooks – These hooks are for the smallest sizes. 

They are mainly used when crocheting fine thread.

 Although these are very tiny hooks, they are a very durable.

 In addition, they have a smooth flow.

Tunisian Hooks – These hooks are longer than regular hook and have

 a stopper on the end, similar to a knitting needle.  

Tunisian crochet is also called afghan crochet, and the fabric looks

 different from normal crochet, and a little like knitting.

Some Tunisian hooks will have a cord attached, 

with the stopper on the end of the cord.

This is for large projects like blankets.

Cro-Hook – These hooks are long, with a hook on both ends. 

It is a sturdy hook. It is considered a Tunisian hook, 

And used with the Tunisian style crochet.

There are a lot of different brands with 

different types of handles. 

I hope this blog gives you a better 

understanding of Crochet Hooks.

 But it really boils down to what type and Style

 of crochet hook you prefer.

So, Which one is your Favorite?

National Red Nose Day | Posh Pooch Designs

It is 

"National Red Nose Day"!

and I was hoping to get some 

fun Photos of my pooches wearing a red nose.

Didn't work out as planned.

I love These pics, they are so funny.

Neither pooch was having it!

So I had to put the Red Nose on me!

This was so fun!

What is National Red Nose Day?

Read all about it at this

LINK

This is The Crochet Pattern I used

It is a Free pattern By

Articles Of A Domestic Goddess and

can be found at this 

LINK

I guess Maximo and Rosie 

will not be wearing a Red Nose.

But, Do not let that stop you!

Sarcelle Marron Throw Blanket Crochet pattern and Video | Posh Pooch Designs

The Sarcelle Marron Throw Blanket
 Crochet Pattern By Sara Sach of
 Posh Pooch Designs

This Crochet Pattern has been updated, 

with new pictures and a 

Video Tutorial At This LINK

I designed This fun and Easy Throw Blanket

 For my newly designed yarn studio.

I purchased this lovely Tri-fold chair, 

then I added a few pillows, 

along with the new throw blanket

for a comfy spot to sit and crochet.

"Sarcelle Marron" means "Teal Brown" In French.

So it's a perfect Name For This Throw Blanket.

The chair folds out into a single sized bed.

I designed the blanket the size of a throw, 

but it is super simple to make larger.

I designed it using Red Heart Super Saver. 

I wanted it to be durable, and washable, 

but also to look 

"magnifique" in my New Yarn Studio.

The size is a perfect fit for my new crochet spot.

And The colors I chose are to match those colors,

 that I chose to design with.

And I Love it.

Crochet Skill Levels | Posh Pooch Designs

I get lots of questions about 
Crochet Skill Levels on Patterns.

The one question I get the most is 

"This is an Easy pattern, 
but it seems hard for a Beginner crocheter"?

That is because a

 "Beginner Crochet Pattern" and
 a "Easy Crochet Pattern"

are NOT the same thing.



You Can See This Video on my Youtube Channel at This LINK


Here is a chart of the 
Basic Skill levels that are used by 
Most Crochet Pattern Writers.

I say most because a few of us 
have a few more "levels"  
that we use occasionally.
Some times we use other terms 
for a better description,
 for example, I also have what I call a
"Easy to Moderate level"
 which I use when I think it is an easy pattern, 
with a different stitch or technique,
 but not hard enough to be 
considered intermediate.

Remember if you do not understand - 
You can always ask the pattern designer!
Their email is always in the pattern.


I hope this helps explain the Crochet Skill levels better.

Dog Sweaters Custom Made - New Etsy Listings | Posh Pooch Designs

I have made many Custom made Dog Sweaters

  through the years.

 They are my favorite items to make.

 And I love to see the dogs, and cats too, wearing them.

I love getting pics and seeing that they love them.

 Custom Orders are my most favorite kind of order!

I listed a some of them in 

My Etsy Shop,

Here are a few of the listings:

1. The Flowers Dog Sweater

For Small Dogs

It is a Sweater with a full tummy and

Sleeves.

There are 2 styles of flowers to choose from.

And you can choose any color or 

combination of colors for the sweater. 

2. Summer Style Dog Sweater

For Small Dogs

This Sweater is a summer Style, 

with a fun little trim on the hem and neck.

It has a full chest, but no sleeves.

You can choose between, hearts, butterflies or 

cupcakes for your appliques.

And Any color combination you want.

3. Rosie's Dog Sweater With a Flower.

For Small Dogs

This is a basic Dog sweater with a full chest, 

and fun big Flowers  with buttons at the center.

This Sweater can be made any colors of choice.

ANY Sweater, or item you see listed in 

My Etsy, or My Ravelry shops as a pattern,

 Can be a custom made item for you or your pet.

And ANY size. 

 If you want a larger dog size sweater or hat, 

or anything, just hit that

 "Request a Custom Order" tab or contact me 

and I will be happy to give you a quote.

Here is a link with pics of Dogs wearing

Custom items I have made for them.

Custom Made Dog item Pictures