Free Crochet Tutorial Videos From NexStitch.com Lure “Hookers” Around the Globe
DIY Crochet Pattern Designer aims to teach the world Tunisian crochet.
Scotch Plains, NJ (PRWEB) June 20, 2005 - Amie Hirtes, owner/designer of
NexStitch (http://www.nexstitch.com) released a series of free online
crochet videos earlier this month in the new “Tutorials” section of the site.
The downloadable videos serve as a teaching tool to those interested in learning
Tunisian crochet.
Also called, "afghan crochet," Tunisian is created
using an extended hook and is worked in two passes, unlike traditional crochet.
"It's the half-way crochet, employing both knitting and crochet techniques
combined," says Hirtes who believes her site is a good educational
tool.
“I wanted to provide a means of teaching people about Tunisian. I
spent time surveying crocheters, asking them how I could make online crochet
videos better,” says Amie Hirtes, the 2002 Governor’s Teacher of the Year
recipient. “A resounding number cited audio as lacking, as well as videos for
Tunisian crochet.”
With crochet currently being the hottest trend amongst
fashion designers, now is the time to strike. Hirtes has released over 10 videos
ranging from beginner to more advanced stitches, including the popular Bobble
(Popcorn) Stitch.
Every video clip is shot close-up and is accompanied
by a written description and links to featured patterns using that stitch.
Videos, which vary in length from one to six minutes, can be viewed in both
QuickTime and Windows Media Player formats for ease of use.
“I’m getting
hits from Singapore to Columbia to the Netherlands on the tutorial section of my
site," she said. "I’ve also received lots of emails thanking me for filling the
void and wanting to know what’s in the works for NexStitch, videos and patterns
alike.”
NexStitch.com plans to release a line of free crochet patterns
early next month, and will be featured in the upcoming August edition of Family
Circle Crochet magazine, as well as the next Debbie Stoller book.
“I
believe that my teaching experience coupled with my photography and graphic
design background lends itself to a successful business in the DIY market,”
Hirtes adds.
A New Jersey-based crochet designer, Amie Hirtes has been
crocheting since the age of nine, when taught by her great-grandmother. With
“Get Hooked on Style!” as her mantra, Hirtes founded NexStitch.com in response
to the lack of stylish crochet patterns on the market.
To request an
online media kit, or to arrange an interview, please contact Amie Hirtes at:
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NexStitch features stylish crochet
patterns for ponchos, shawls, scarves, handbags, and house
wares.
Contact:
Amie Hirtes,
Founder/Designer
NexStitch
908-578-2781
http://www.nexstitch.com
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