What do these symbols mean on crochet afghan patterns?

ok, i'm going to crochet an afghan, and i'm a beginner crocheter. i've chosen a ripple pattern on the internet (http://home.att.net/~susanBinKC/patterns.html?ripple.html) , but i don't know what the abbreviations mean. . .

what do these abbreviations mean of stand for :
dc
st
ch
dec

also, when your doing a ripple afghan, how do you do 'valleys', or the going up part in the ripple

and how do you do your corners? do you just turn around and go from there? or do you chain three and then turn?

or if you know an easy ripple pattern, can you please explain to me how to do it?

thanx so much for all the help!

also, what does 'yo' stand for or mean?

Tennessee volunteers crochet afghan patterns please????

I need help finding a pattern to make a Tennessee Volunteers crocheted afghan. If you can please helkp me it would be appreciated. Thank you, Tonia

Please help. I was looking for pagan/wiccan crochet patterns or ideas...anyone know of any?

I've only been able to find about 3 websites and they don't have what I'm looking for. I'm looking specifically for crocheted stuffed animals, afghan patterns, and quick little projects that make nice gifts.

I want to crochet an afghan, any good patterns?

I'm not great at knitting, I'm looking for crochet. I know I could just make a big square of double crochet or something, but I want something different that I'll enjoy for a long time and looks nice.

If Evolution is true then explain why it is that human babies are not born...?

If Evolution is true then explain why it is that human babies are not born fully clothed?

Humans have been wearing clothing for millions of years right?

So how come babies are not born wearing knitted wool socks, tiny little baby Levi jeans and a preppy Lee T-shirt on?

Huh? Huh? Explain that...if you can!!

how would I make baby leg warmers like these......?

http://www.babylegs.net/shop/cart.php?target=category&category_id=271

I don't know how to knit, so I would need to use store bought socks or something similiar

Business name ideas for a handmade Business?

i will be selling knitted socks,head bands, flowers,hats and blankets as well as tutus baby clothes and maybe jewelry
i really cant think of any names for it i want something chic and catchy
please help thanks!

How itchy the sweater will be if it's made with 70% wool material?

I'm making a sweater with Heart and Sole yarn (made specifically for knitting socks.) I chose the yarn because it's finer than other yarns and thought it'll be perfect for making baby/children's sweaters. I don't like the look of the chunky, thick and bulging sweaters that kids sometimes wear, and that was why I chose to knit with Heart and Sole... but it's 70% wool and 30% polyester, and now I'm worried that it might turn out to be really itchy. Has anyone made a sweater using Heart and Sole? How did it go? Do you recommend other brands of yarn that are as fine as Heart and Sole but made with softer material?
Thank you!

How do you crochet a baby blanket? Need help with instructions...?

I am trying to follow a pattern but I have no idea what it is asking me to do. I've started with my basic chain the next step is what I cannot figure out. The instructions say "shell in 6th ch from hook (first 5 skip chs count as a dc and 2 skip chs)." Any help would be helpful.

Looking for Crochet Pattern...think it's Popcorn Afghan. Has a cluster in middle of each square you attach....?

cluster to square by crocheting and when you are done you hand stitch all the squares together. Think it was called Popcorn Crochet Baby Afghan. Can not find this printable pattern anywhere. Thanks if you can help me.

Crochet: Baby surprise sweater

Is this pattern available in crochet?

I would like a 1950-60 pattern for a crocheted baby bonnet.?

It had a round back, then some double crochets around the face and a turned back (I think about 3 rows) of shell type scollops. I have a new great granddaughter and would love to make one of these for her. She was born the 25th of Feb, 2008, so Hope to find this pattern before she out grows it. I think there was a sweater to match, but can't find the pattern to save my life!!!

Would a travelling baby clothes/baby equipment rummage sale be a good business?

I would travel to a new town every weekend setting up the rummage sales. I would continue the business all throughout the year, even in winter, when you can never find rummage sales. Prices would be cheaper than consignment shops. I would limit it to baby clothes and baby items at first to see how it goes, and then possibly expand to other things. Do you think it would be a profitable business? Why or why not? Thanks!

How to price baby clothes at garage sale?

My cul-de-sac is having a community garage sale, and I am going to try to sell some of my son's baby through 2T clothing. I'm not sure how to price it, though. I don't want to price it too high, but I also have some really nice brands (Gymboree, Janie & Jack, Carter's, etc.). I have tried other ways to sell it, including craigslist and resale shops, but have not gotten any bites. What would be fair pricing for baby or toddler clothing? Thanks for your help!

Buying baby clothes on sale for next winter, which size should I get?

With the upcoming sales I thought I would buy a few extra clothes in the hopes that when my daughter gets into them I will be a little ahead of the game. But here's the catch: She's 9 months old and wearing 18 month sizes. For next winter stock, would you get 24 month, 2T or 3T sizes? I'm thinking she'll be in 24 month during the summer.

how much for baby clothes at garage sale?

I'm considereing a garage sale to get some extra cash. How much should baby clothes 0-12 months be? I'm thinking $1.00 each for outfits and maybe .50 cents for onesies? Everything I have is in really good shape. Please let me know. Thanks!

Where can I sale my baby clothes online?

I want to sell my baby clothes online, does anyone know any places besides ebay?

Where to buy inexpensive cute baby clothes online?

I want to buy cute baby clothes but don't know of any inexpensive web stores. All the online stores I have visited are so expensive. Do you know of any?

Where to buy cheap name brand baby clothes online?

I am looking for a shop online where they sell name brand baby clothes (Gap etc.) for less than the name brand store. Do you know of any besides ebay?

does anyone know of an online baby store that sells a large variety of baby clothes?

i want to buy my babies clothes online but i cant find a store with a variety of different clothes

What should I knit for this baby?

I want a project, and I have a ton of orange wool.
I'm not that great at knitting, so don't say a kaftan or anything, please.
Um...so hat or booties, basically, unless you have a better idea

cloves,bay leaves what else keeps moths and silverfish away from clothes and do you put them in a cloth or?

plastic bag,and what about lavender or cinnamon do they work,i want something natural any ideas i have some pageant dresses i need to keep safe and some clothes,some got ruined baby knitted sweaters had holes everywhere,thanks

Homemade gifts for a newborn and mom?

My cousin is having a baby and I am at college. I want to make HER and the baby something that doesn't cost a lot of money and that I can mail. I can't knit or crotchet so that is out of the question. Any ideas? Christmas is also coming up so I will do something else then.

Is it weird to get baby things if you aren't pregnant or married?

I'm 17 and I do not plan on having children until I am married and that will be at least a few years from now, but I can't help thinking about it. The only thing that I really want for my life is to be a wife and a mother. Right now I am attending college to become an elementary school teacher which is something else that I want to do with my life. I am always working with kids, I have a job in a daycare, and i have a bunch of nieces and nephews that I take care of all the time. I'm just really excited for that step in my life, even though its a ways away.

So last week I was at a bazaar with some friends when I saw the cutest hand knitted booties. They were a soft blue so I thought about getting them for my sister in law, who is expecting a boy, but I felt like keeping them. I didn't end up getting them but it made me think of the idea of a hope chest, which I think would be a fun thing to do. Ironically enough, later that day I bought an apron and the lady suggested I save it for my hope chest. I hadn't thought of one until that day.

So I was thinking of using a picture box to start and slowly fill it with little baby things. Of course I won't go nuts but maybe here and there I will see something special.

Do you think this is ok? Am I weird to think like this? Sorry for the long ramble, but I was just thinking. Thanks for taking the time to answer.

My cat ate some yarn that I knit for baby's?

PLEASE HELP SHE ATE FUZZY YARN AND LAST SEPTEMBER SHE WAS BORN! I DON'T WANT HER TO DIE!!!

A slogan for a knitting organization?

I have a knitting organization that knits hats for babies in 3rd world countries. keywords: yarn, haiti, loom, hats, love, etc. PLEASE, create a slogan for me thats original!!! THANK YOU!

Cheap 100% Cotton Yarn in the UK?

I'm thinking of knitting hooded baby towels for nephews & nieces for Christmas and found a pattern that uses Lion Brand Lion Cotton yarn (100% cotton; 236 yards [212m] per 5oz [142g] ball).

I tried searching online for it but could only find it on US sites costing over £4 a ball! I need to keep the costs down as low as possible, is there anywhere in the UK that sells this yarn (or an equivalent) online cheaply?

Thanks.
Thanks T, but I live in the middle of nowhere so don't have access to a lot of charity shops. I think it would take months to find one that had the right kind of wool in large enough quantities.

Having trouble reading the knitting instructions...?

The instruction is for a baby hat. I already did the beginning part where you knit 8 inches in stockinette. the next part is shape top. the instruction is as follows: "Next Row: *p2tog; rep from * across - 11 sts to last sts P1 Cut yarn leaving a long end for sewing. Weave yarn through remaining sts, draw up tightly and fasten securely . Sew back seam.(* = repeat whatever follow the * as indicated; sts = stiches; rep = repeat)"
I dont get it, does it tell me to only decrease only one row or keep decreason rows until there's only one purl stich left? Or do I alternate each row knitting and purlling while decreasing? What do I do after that?

Where can I find a free knitting pattern for a cool sweater?

I am looking for a free knitting pattern for an in-style sweater that a teenager would like. Does anyone know where I can find that? I've seen a lot of patterns, but most of them are plain and ugly. I have worsted-weight yellow yarn that I would really like to use for it.

Thanks.

Anyone know of any free circular knitting patterns?

Specifically I'm looking for sweaters. Any easy how-to tips or anything? I've made sweaters flat, but I want to try a seamless one. I have circular needles, I just need a pattern... Any good pattern sites, even?

What needle length to use for knitting sweaters and other tops?

I've read that when knitting tops that it is better to use 24" long needles. However, 24" needles are circular needles.
Is it better to knit tops using circular needles? (Even if the pattern doesn't call for circular needles)?

What would be a good length to use for knitting tops on regular single point needles?

I'm looking for a knitting pattern from the 80's you used huge needles to knit the sweaters?

you could knit one of these sweaters in only a few hours and if i remember correctly there was only two pieces a front and a back the stitch them together

Having trouble selling knitted baby items?

I'm using my mom's account on Etsy, selling knitted baby items. Is it worth it? I posted a baby sweater a couple days ago, and I'm already bumped out to the 6th page! It would be awesome if anybody had some other sites that weren't over populated with fellow crafters .

~*Kaleigh*~

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5391630

Knit Baby Jumper need help?

lolyttedesigns says:
Hello, I want to knit a sweater for a small baby. I do not know where to find measurements?
Sweater for baby aged 0-3 months. I cannot find measurements for length from the bottom to the underarm, shoulder lengths, sleeve lengths etc. Please help as I have never knit one before and would really like too

I would like it to be a pullover/jumper style

Please help me understand! When friends have babies, I lose my friend. What do I do?

I'm 26, which I guess makes me the age at which people start having babies. I hate to admit it, but it makes me sad when a friend tells me she's pregnant, because I know that she is about to disappear into being a mom and I will lose a friend.

I try hard to be supportive, throwing showers, knitting baby sweaters, etc, but it's hard. The list of people I have to lean on in my own life is growing smaller and smaller, and I feel so alone. I've joined clubs and groups, but the superficial friendships I make there just can't compare to the life-long relationships I'm losing.

I know that most people have children and I shouldn't begrudge them, but I can't help it. Why do these women keep choosing to throw away our friendships in favor of having children? Why am I so easily set aside?
I don't ever plan to have children of my own - I just don't feel called to parenthood. Not do I think it's a good reason to have kids, just to keep up with your friends.

Do people buy knitted items on sites like ebay?

Recently, I have started knitting as a hobby, and someone suggested to me that I sell my knitted items on ebay. I thought this was a pretty good idea, but I was just wondering if anybody has had luck trying to sell knitted stuff on ebay before. I was thinking of trying to sell knitted purses, scarves, baby or dog sweaters and blankets, armwarmers, and maybe regular size sweaters and blankets. So, do you think there would be demand online for these things? And if not, is there any other place I could try to sell them?