A crochet technique that builds a strongly textured, three-dimensional circular motif in two alternating rows, the first a round of clustered stitches and the second a round of shell stitches worked into the post of the stitch below, producing a raised, almost knitted-looking surface. Despite the name, Bavarian crochet is a relatively recent popular term for what appears to be an older circular crochet motif; its wide popularity followed its appearance in an Annie's Attic pattern catalog, and it remains valued for blankets, scarves and accessories with a strongly sculptural texture.
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OriginA modern popular name, associated by tradition with German origin, for an older circular crochet motif; its recent popularity dates to an Annie's Attic pattern catalog. 1 Distinguishing Technique or ResultAlternating rounds of stitch clusters and post-stitch shells build up a raised, three-dimensional circular texture distinct from flat crochet fabric. 1 Connections
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Tools Used
Crochet Hook is used in Bavarian Crochet Pattern.
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1. Bavarian Crochet (Crocheting for Profit)
Crocheting for Profit- Origin: A modern popular name, associated by tradition with German origin, for an older circular crochet motif; its recent popularity dates to an Annie's Attic pattern catalog.
- Distinguishing Technique or Result: Alternating rounds of stitch clusters and post-stitch shells build up a raised, three-dimensional circular texture distinct from flat crochet fabric.
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