Unveiling the Power of Virtue

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Part 1: Joining with a Standing Back Post Half Double Crochet
3. Part 2: Creating the Shell Border
4. Part 3: Adding Picot Edging
5. Round 88: Starting the Border
6. Round 89: Creating the Shells
7. Round 90: Adding Double Crochets and Chain Spaces
8. Round 91: Working the Back Post Stitches
9. Round 92: Finishing the Border with Picot Points
10. Conclusion

Introduction

Welcome to the final part of the Virtue Crochet Along! In this last section, we will be adding a beautiful border to our blanket. This border will feature back post stitches, lovely shells, and a picot edging to give a pointed edge to the blanket. Let's dive in and complete our project.

Part 1: Joining with a Standing Back Post Half Double Crochet

To start the border, we will join with a standing back post half double crochet. This stitch will be worked around the last stitch of any side. Next, we will single crochet, chain two, and single crochet in the chain two corner space. We will then continue with back post half double crochet around the remaining stitches, ensuring we have 231 back post half double crochet and two single crochet in each corner.

Part 2: Creating the Shell Border

In this step, we will create the shell border. To do this, we will join with a standing single crochet in the sixth stitch before any chain two corner space. Then, we will chain two and skip the next two stitches before single crocheting in the next stitch. This pattern will be repeated for a total of 25 times. Each repeat consists of seven double crochet stitches and chain spaces. After completing the repeats, we will join to the standing single crochet.

Part 3: Adding Picot Edging

To add a decorative picot edging to our border, we will slip stitch into the next chain two space and chain one. Then, we will single crochet in the same space and single crochet in the next four stitches. The fifth stitch will be the middle double crochet of the shell. Here, we will create a point by making two single crochets, followed by a picot. After the picot, we will single crochet in the next five stitches. This pattern will be repeated around the entire blanket.

Round 88: Starting the Border

In this round, we will begin the border by joining with a standing back post single crochet around the last single crochet of any side. We will then skip the next chain one space and work back post half double crochet and single crochet six times. This pattern will be repeated around the entire blanket, ensuring to skip the chain one spaces before and after the shells.

Round 89: Creating the Shells

In round 89, we will continue working on the shells of our border. We will join with a standing single crochet in the chain two space and then chain one. Next, we will double crochet and chain one seven times, creating a shell. This pattern will be repeated around the entire blanket. At the end, we will join to the first single crochet.

Round 90: Adding Double Crochets and Chain Spaces

To add depth to our border, round 90 focuses on adding double crochets and chain spaces. We will slip stitch into the next chain two space and chain one. Then, we will single crochet in the chain two space and chain one, and double crochet and chain one seven times. This pattern will be repeated around, and at the end, we will join to the first single crochet.

Round 91: Working the Back Post Stitches

In round 91, we will work back post stitches to create a textured effect. We will join with a standing back post single crochet around the last single crochet of any side. This will be followed by back post half double crochet and single crochet six times. This pattern will be repeated around the entire blanket.

Round 92: Finishing the Border with Picot Points

The final round of our border focuses on creating picot points. We will slip stitch into the next two stitches and then chain one. Next, we will single crochet in the same stitch and single crochet in the next four stitches. Then, we will create a picot by chaining three and slip stitching into the front loop and side loop of the stitch. After the picot, we will single crochet in the next five stitches. This pattern will be repeated around the entire blanket, creating beautiful picot points.

Conclusion

Congratulations on completing the Virtue Crochet Along border! You have added a stunning finishing touch to your blanket with back post stitches, shells, and picot edging. Your hard work and dedication have resulted in a beautiful and cozy masterpiece. Enjoy your new crochet creation!

Highlights

• Learn how to add a beautiful border to your crochet project.
• Master the technique of back post stitches and create unique texture.
• Create lovely shells to embellish the edges of your blanket.
• Add delicate picot edging for a pointed finish.
• Follow step-by-step instructions to complete the Virtue Crochet Along border.
• Showcase your creativity and talent in crocheting.

FAQs

Q: Can I skip the picot edging if I prefer a simpler border? A: Absolutely! The picot edging is optional. If you prefer a simpler border, you can skip the picot and make three single crochets instead.

Q: How long does it take to complete the border? A: The time required to complete the border depends on your crochet speed and experience. On average, it may take a few hours to finish.

Q: Can I use a different yarn weight for the border? A: Yes, you can use a different yarn weight for the border. However, keep in mind that it may affect the overall appearance and size of the blanket.

Q: What skills do I need to have to crochet this border? A: This border requires basic crochet skills, including knowledge of single crochet, double crochet, chain stitches, and back post stitches. It is suitable for intermediate crocheters.

Q: Can I modify the pattern to fit a different-sized blanket? A: Yes, you can modify the pattern to fit a different-sized blanket by adjusting the number of stitches and repeats. Keep in mind to maintain symmetry and proportions for a visually pleasing result.