Retro Knitting & Crochet

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Instructions: From granny squares to cable knit sweaters, how well do you remember the golden age of yarn crafts?

1.
What iconic crochet pattern, made by joining small squares together, was one of the most popular projects of the 1960s and 70s?
A
The granny square
B
The shell stitch
C
The ripple pattern
D
The basket weave
2.
Which type of yarn, made from sheep's wool, was the traditional choice for warm sweaters and socks?
A
Acrylic
B
Cotton
C
Nylon
D
Wool
3.
What was the name for the two basic stitches in knitting?
A
Knit and purl
B
Cast and bind
C
Chain and slip
D
Loop and twist
4.
Which brand of affordable acrylic yarn, sold in large skeins at department stores, became a staple for crafters in the 1970s?
A
Red Heart
B
Bernat
C
Patons
D
Lion Brand
5.
What cozy item, made from a large crocheted or knitted rectangle, was draped over sofas in almost every American living room?
A
An afghan or throw blanket
B
A doily
C
A wall hanging
D
A tablecloth
6.
What was the small, decorative crocheted mat placed under vases and lamps on tables called?
A
A runner
B
A doily
C
A placemat
D
A coaster
7.
During World War II, what did many women knit for soldiers overseas?
A
Gloves only
B
Hats only
C
Socks, scarves, and sweaters
D
Blankets only
8.
What knitting technique creates a twisted, rope-like pattern often seen on Irish fisherman sweaters?
A
Stockinette stitch
B
Garter stitch
C
Seed stitch
D
Cable knitting
9.
What tool did crocheters use instead of knitting needles?
A
A tatting needle
B
A crochet hook
C
A shuttle
D
A bobbin
10.
What was a 'pattern book' in knitting and crochet?
A
A book about the history of textiles
B
A children's coloring book
C
A book of fabric swatches
D
A booklet with instructions and diagrams for making specific projects
11.
Which type of crocheted blanket features a zigzag pattern created by increasing and decreasing stitches?
A
The granny square blanket
B
The solid block blanket
C
The ripple or chevron blanket
D
The patchwork blanket
12.
What did knitters use to wind loose yarn into a neat ball?
A
A bobbin rack
B
A spool turner
C
A yarn winder or swift
D
A spindle
13.
What trendy 1970s craft combined macrame-style knotting with yarn to make wall hangings and plant holders?
A
Tatting
B
Macrame
C
Weaving
D
Latch hooking
14.
What was 'gauge' or 'tension' in knitting and crochet?
A
The thickness of the needles
B
The weight of the finished project
C
The tightness of the yarn on the skein
D
The number of stitches per inch, used to ensure correct sizing
15.
Which social gathering, where friends came together to work on their knitting projects and chat, was a beloved tradition?
A
A craft fair
B
A knitting bee or stitch-and-chat
C
A sewing circle
D
A quilting party

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