Crochet Advanced Crochet Techniques 3

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of blocking a finished crochet piece?

Accepted Answer

To set the stitches and even out the shape and size

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To add more yarn

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To hide color changes

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To create buttonholes

Question 2

Which blocking method is safest for delicate or acrylic-blend yarns that can be damaged by heat?

Accepted Answer

Wet blocking or cool spray blocking

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Steam blocking at high heat

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Ironing directly on the fabric

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No blocking at all

Question 3

When blocking lace, why are blocking wires or many pins used?

Accepted Answer

To open up and define the lace pattern points

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To shrink the lace

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To add fringe

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To prevent washing

Question 4

What tool is commonly used to check a project's dimensions against a pattern?

Accepted Answer

A gauge swatch measured with a ruler

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A crochet hook only

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A tapestry needle

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A stitch marker

Question 5

Steam blocking works best on which fiber type?

Accepted Answer

Natural fibers like wool and cotton

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100% acrylic

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Nylon

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Polyester fleece

Question 6

After wet blocking, how should a piece be dried?

Accepted Answer

Laid flat and pinned until fully dry

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Tumble dried on high

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Hung on a hanger while soaking

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Wrung out and folded

Question 7

Why might a granny square be blocked before joining?

Accepted Answer

To square up edges so pieces align evenly when seamed

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To make it larger permanently

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To remove the color

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To add a border automatically