How to Crochet a Yarmulke
Many people decide to crochet their own yarmulke by hand instead of purchasing one that is manufactured or made by a company.
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Things You'll Need
- A size 12 to15 steel crochet hook, depending on
- the degree of tightness.
- No. 10 crochet cotton.
Instructions
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Covering One's Head with a Handmade Covering
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The word yarmulke is defined as "yireh melekh," or "fear or awe of the King." The custom of covering one's head in Judaism . occurred gradually over time. Originally, a head covering was worn for prayer, religious study, and while eating. By the 1500's, it was universally accepted among Jews as the proper attire throughout the day. Today, some Jews cover their heads all day, while most wear yarmulkes while praying, studying sacred texts, and eating.Crocheted yarmulkes are special, because they can be handmade and have unique designs for each person. They are also easy enough for children to make. They also make wonderful gifts, because they are from the heart.
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There are many different patterns that can be followed. These can be found in books on crocheting, as well as through synagogues and online. Here is a very simple pattern: Chain 5. Round 1: Make a ring with the chains then make 8 single crochet into the center. Mark the beginning of the round. Round 2: Do 2 single crochet in each single crochet, or 16 stitches. Round 3: *Do 2 single crochet (sc) in the first stitch, 1 sc in the next. Repeat from * around, 24 stitches. (*Repeat instructions given amount of times.) Round 4: *Do 2 single crochet in the first stitch, 1 sc in each of the next 2 stitches. Repeat from * around, or 32 stitches. Round 5: *Do 2 single crochet in the first stitch, 1 sc in each of the next 3 stitches. Repeat from * around, or 40 stitches.Continue with the sc, increasing 8 stitches evenly per each round until the yarmulka is the right size. The yarmulka will be flat or possibly slightly curled, because no increases are made once thepattern is begun. The pattern causes the bowl shape of the yarmulke.Design a pattern that takes 8 to 15 rows. Count the number of stitches needed to crochet the pattern around the yarmulka. Increase on the next row to get the correct number of stitches. Start crocheting in the pattern. Once the whole pattern is crocheted, add 1-2 more rows.
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Wash and block the yarmulka over a proper sized bowl to get the correct shape or press dry to the desired size and shape. Once the pattern is followed, it is easy enough to develop one's own patterns and make changes as one goes along. It's enjoyable to have a group of adults and children come together for a crochet group.
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Tips & Warnings
There is always someone in the synagogue or neighborhood who can crochet, if someone is just learning the craft. These yarmulke are easy enough to do that they make a perfect first project for a new learner.
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Comments
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Does anyone even proofread these things? A number 12 to 15 hook with size 10 crochet cotton? If this refers to American sizing for crochet hooks, it would be flat-out impossible because the hook is too small for the thread. Size 10 crochet cotton (such as Knit-Cro-Sheen), also called bedspread cotton, is the weight I would use for a yalmulke also. It's a fairly heavy crochet cotton but still fine enough for detailed work. But a size 12 crochet hook is way too small for the thread. What you want with size 10 crochet cotton is a size 5 to 7 crochet hook. I use a size 12 hook with size 30 crochet cotton, which is a fairly fine laceweight thread. Size 13 and 14 hooks are used with ultra-fine laceweight threads, for example size 70 tatting cotton, and are getting next to impossible to find in this country. I've never even seen a size 15 crochet hook. In American sizing, the higher the number, the smaller the hook. Britain used to use a different system that was almost the reverse of the American system, but I believe they currently size their knitting needles and crochet hooks in metric sizing as in Europe. If another sizing system was used, the directions should so indicate and preferably give equivalent hook sizes in all three systems--American, British and metric. Really sloppy writing here and a recipe for frustration, especially for beginners.
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yarmulke..... my next crochet project!
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micmic
Sep 02, 2009
If I don't want a patter How many increases do I make? It isn't clear -
ruchel
Aug 27, 2008
Hi Sharon, I love the picture above with all of the yalmukes. There is one yalmulke on the far left bottom of the picture that has only a Star of David. Where can I get that yalmuke?
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ruchel
Aug 27, 2008
Hi Sharon, I love the picture above with all of the yalmukes. There is one yalmulke on the far left bottom of the picture that has only a Star of David. Where can I get that yalmuke?
