Dora Ohrenstein is a leading crochet designer, author and teacher. Her books include the upcoming The Crocheter’s Skill-Building Workbook (Storey), The New Tunisian Crochet (Interweave, 2013), Custom Crocheted Sweaters (Lark, 2012), the first in-depth book on sweater construction and alteration for crocheters, Creating Crochet Fabric (Lark, 2010), and Crochet Insider's Passion for Fashion (Leisure Arts, 2009). Dora's chic and innovative designs appear regularly in Interweave Crochet, Crochet!, Vogue Knitting Crochet, and Crochet Today magazines. She is Co-Editor of Annies.com widely read Talking Crochet column, and has written for various other publications about crochet history, international traditions, and techniques. Dora is the founder and editor of Crochet Insider, an online magazine that has won the Flamie Award three times. She is also a professional singer and voice teacher.
From the December 2015 issue
Accessorize your outerwear with the Berry Cobbler Hat and Mitten set! This pattern set, worked up in bright jewel tones, showcases an interesting checkerboard pattern along both the hat and the mittens, making for a unique and stylish accessory.
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Vivid red poinsettia motifs are framed in white and green while a pretty little join resembling a snowflake fills in the holes between motifs in this festive holiday throw. This intricate pattern makes a fun holiday decoration for any couch or chair this Christmas season.
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This bright vest is mostly worked in one piece and features a repeating pattern of shell stitches to form the uniquely textured Arched Shells Vest. Wear this over a solid neutral button-up for a festive and formal look for any holiday gathering.
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This modern take on an older classic features a deep V-neck and armholes for a relaxed fit that can accommodate a variety of underlying layers. Perfect as a tank top cover-up, this chic vest also works well over long sleeve tops as a seasonal transition piece.
View ProjectFrom the February 2015 issue
Crossed cables appear very frequently in knitting, but luckily there is a way to replicate the stitches and have them appear in your crochet work. All you’ll need for this technique is a very flexible yarn, since you’ll be moving it to get under and around stitches, knowledge of the front post and back post
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Spice up your winter look with a pair of crossed cables fingerless mitts. The mustard yarn and classic decorative buttons add style to this classic set of gloves. Small modifications to the pattern are all you need to make these longer for a more demure look.
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Grape, orchid and blueberry tones come together in a fun and unique sideways bobble pattern to make this quirky cowl. Brighten up any winter outfit with this standout piece.
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Ready for a new twist on the mesh sweater? The Plum Raspberry Pullover features variegated yarn and spidery diamonds down the center front to add a fashion forward flair to your everyday winter-wear.
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Cluster spike stitches add an edge to a delicate feminine accessory. Easy to stitch and work up, this simple clutch will be your go-to for a night out.
View ProjectFrom the February 2015 issue
In this exciting tutorial, you’ll learn how to create the striking spike cluster stitch. Use this stitch as a strong accent in a variety of projects from purses to gloves to sweaters!
Normally when we crochet, we insert the hook under the top two loops of a stitch. When making spikes, though, we insert the hook
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