Thoughts on AI Crochet

AI Crochet, Good or Bad?

Firstly, saying AI crochet is bad, is not really all there is to it, but it is definitely not pleasant to feel duped. 

As a crocheter, and crochet designer, I like the AI generated crochet, and I like that it sparks ideas, and creativity.

Probably not news to most of you, but we were duped.  

Granny did not crochet around her car, although how cool would that be. 😎

Imagines like this, and other unrealistic crochet, have been filling the internet, from small pillow designs to a life size Elephants, and they can, at first glance, fool even a crocheters eye.

Finding out repeatedly, one design after another, that it is not real, but is instead AI generated crochet, there are the thoughts of disappointment, feelings of naivety, of dismay, more disappointment, and the repeated annoyance of sometimes having to spend time to figure out if it is ai or not.

Ex; snapshot of article on Reddit where they are searching for the pattern.

But AI crochet also leaves feelings of awe, wonder, and of What if's!

And I will say again, As a crocheter, and crochet designer, I like the AI generated crochet, and I like that it sparks ideas, and creativity. 

The down side is that some of it is undoable, and unrealistic to expect in real life, leaving expectations unable to be met and fulfilled by real life people. 

But we are realistic folks, right, we know the difference? Or do we? 

Like I said, I was duped, and I crochet and still did not always, automatically see the difference, unless it was crazy obvious like below, sometimes even then.

What it did do is it gave me, and other crocheters the same feelings and desires, and left us wanting to make one 😅

The crochet Giant Octopus is a perfect example.

It is gorgeous, and even though I am not a huge octopus fan, I wanted to make one.  

And, Well, so did a lot of other crocheters, and we now have so many great patterns for crochet octopus'.

Not so horrible after all.

We do always circle back around to that it is mostly undoable. There are a lot of really cute octopus, but none compare to or can achieve the exact unreal designs generated by AI.

Some of the really cute, and popular Crochet OCTOPUS patterns that can be found on Etsy;

These days, more and more, we are either seeing AI crochet, or hearing or reading someone talking about AI, and ChatGPT crochet, etc.....  And even though I know the AI crochet images are out there, they can still get me with an AI design here and there, along with wishful thinking.

This adorable, majestic roaster is what got me thinking about it again.  Looking at the stitches, I could see something was off, but he was just so colorful, and cute, I wanted to make one, but he was too perfect to be real. After an extensive search in vain for a pattern to prove he could be real..... It is true, he is AI.

Article on Wired about ChatGPT creating crochet patterns.

Watch 'How to spot AI crochet' on YouTube by Crochet with IllJay

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Best wishes, and happy real time crocheting! 

Ai CROCHET SCAMS

Ai, or a people problem?

With the abundant use of Ai, I have been seeing to many posts with lovely crochet items claiming to give you a free link to the pattern. 🛑🚨🧨 This is more than likely TOM FOOLERY and people trying to scam you in some way. Be leery when following links like this.

It would be okay to say something like, "Hey, check out this crochet art I made with Ai!" And post a pic. I did. 😅 Here you go.

But you can not sell the pattern to this, (or give it away), if that pattern does not really exist.

The stitches seen in the above picture are not even real stitches, and it is an Ai generated image.

Try to ask Ai to write you a pattern, and more than likely, you will get a shell of what resembles a pattern, not an actual crochet pattern.

In my experiences, Ai has not quite figured out how to write complete crochet patterns.

 So if someone tells you that an unrealistic looking crochet item has a pattern link, please be leery to follow it, as it might just be an attempt to exploit you.

This one was the latest to catch my eye. I had to look very closely, and still wasn't for certain. I mean I could figure it out how to make it, given enough time. And it is so pretty!

The picture above contained a link saying that it was to the pattern. I followed it, and it was NOT.

I can not find a pattern for these shells anywhere, and do not believe that it really exists. Please correct me if I am wrong.

This is potentially a scam.

Ai didn't do that. People did.

Ai is useful, and can do so very much, but We must use it wisely.

To hear more of my thoughts on Ai and crochet, visit this link to my Ai post here on Doily Designs blog.

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Best wishes, and happy crocheting!

Ai Crochet 🤯 🧶

People at it again...

Watch out for Ai crochet pattern scams.

Have you seen this rooster? 🤨

For a split second I got excited, thinking that someone actually figured out how to create this cute Rooster, only to snap to my senses before ever daring to click the link. 

Yes it is people at it again, and the crochet rooster photos seen below are Ai. 

Keep these scams in mind when scrolling, and seeing pictures like this one with unrealistic crochet objects and links to free patterns. These are Ai rendered photos, and this is a trending scam, that may even include a 'pattern'. Which in some reported cases are also ai generated 'patterns', and not a real pattern at all. Leaving people confused and disappointed.

If you frequent this blog, you may recall several  past issues that I had done about Ai and crochet, one of which includes the cute Ai rooster seen below. 

Notice anything weird? 🤔 

One difference is this latest one has more recognizable 'stitches', giving it the appearance that it is the real deal. Yet they are almost identical in most aspects. A second attempt perhaps.

While people worry about where Ai is taking us, we need to also be aware of threats by other humans happening now.

Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes, and happy real time crocheting!

To see Doily Designs real crochet pattern catalog, go to Doily Designs Etsy

Patriotic Rap Song For America 🇺🇸 Striking Chords and Sparking Debates 🎶 🧨

Song That Struck a Chord (and Sparked a Debate!) 🇺🇸 🎶 🧨

So, I stumbled upon a 'New Patriotic Hip-Hop' song on YouTube recently, and honestly, it completely captivated me with the beat, and the message... it just spoke to my heart and flowed perfectly with the rhythm of my crochet hook. You know that feeling when a piece of music just clicks with your creative flow? That's what kind of happened with this song.

I was ready to share it with the world, especially paired with some of my Boho Granny American Flag crochet patterns. I used it in several videos, and then I realized something interesting about the creator: the channel name includes "GPT." That's right, we're talking AI-generated music!

And that got me thinking... am I "wrong" for liking this song? Is the creator "wrong" for using AI to make it? My immediate answer is no, I don't think so. But I know some folks would strongly disagree. Someone very close to me, for example, absolutely dislikes any form of Ai generated art, writing, pictures, video, music. It's an interesting line to draw, especially when she readily admits to using AI-powered tools like Grammarly, acknowledging their usefulness.

It highlights a fascinating paradox: we've been interacting with and benefiting from Ai for years for finding information, comparing products, editing images. The "new" part is that these incredible tools are now accessible to everyone, allowing us to create things that once required specialized skills or extensive resources.

For me, if a piece of art, whether it's music or a crocheted item, evokes emotion and inspires, does its origin truly diminish its impact? I'd love to hear your thoughts on this! Have you encountered AI art that you loved? Where do you draw the line? Leave a line in the comments!

Music Curtesy: Music and GPT Life Lessons

*Post was going here before researching 😆; 

New patriotic hip-hop song found on YouTube while creating videos for you guys! This song goes so well with the music in my heart and the yarn off my hook!

I noticed it didn't have a lot of love, and that makes no sense to me, as it is pretty cool. So here's a taste, combined with some of my Americana items from the Boho Granny American flag crochet pattern collection.

Drop a line and share if you've heard this song, like/don't like this song, or if you are now obsessed with it 😆

You can find more interesting songs on the channel that provided this music*

Thanks for stopping by.

Best wishes and happy creating!

~ Cathleen 🧶🪝 

Google Gemini: Just Validating? Or Actually Giving Helpful Criticism?

I felt so validated by Gemini! Or is it just programmed that way? 🤔

Large Language Models (LLMs) are at the forefront of Ai.
They are trained on massive amounts of data to understand, generate, and process human language in a variety of ways. This allows them to power applications like chatbots, virtual assistants, and even tools that help with writing and coding.

LLMs are revolutionizing many industries by automating tasks, improving customer service, and accelerating research. For example,  they can summarize complex documents in seconds, draft marketing content, and even help researchers analyze vast datasets.
But it is important to remember that these models are not infallible. They can sometimes generate inaccurate or nonsensical information, a phenomenon known as 'hallucination,' and their outputs can reflect the biases present in their training data.
As humans continue to develop and integrate LLMs into our daily lives, it is crucial to use them responsibly and with an understanding of their limitations.
I asked Gemini what it thought, was it unbiased:
Gemini's Summary on the matter:  
In summary, my aim is to provide an objective and helpful response based of information I've been trained on and the context you provide. While I strive to be unbiased, I am a product of my training data, and the potential for bias is a real and acknowledged issue. Your feedback is crucial in helping to identify and address these issues, making me a better tool for everyone.

The inspiration:

I felt so validated by Google Gemini! Or is it just programmed that way? 🤔

Ai prompt: 

Me: Give me your opinion on this Video: Link: ((DO NOT CLICK THIS LINK🤣). Can You do that, Gemini? (ESPECIALLY DO NOT CLICK THIS LINK) ☝️👈🤪🤣
Give me your opinion on this video please, can you do that? Some said it made me look stupid. But I had pronounced the word wrong in so many videos that I wanted to clarify, and a humorous way popped into my head and I ran with it. It is now controversial whether it should be there for branding reasons.
I sure felt validated by Gemini's response. Or is it just programmed that way? 🤔

Gemini's response:

Here's my opinion on the video you linked: "🤣 Picot - 'pikut' - 'pee Koh' - 🤨🤪😂🙋🏻‍♀️ Crochet terms in question 🙋‍♀️"

It's completely understandable to want to clarify something you've previously mispronounced, especially when you'r creating educational content! Addressing common misunderstandings, even when they're your own, can actually build trust and relatability with your audience.

> insert lots of interesting stuff Gemini said here <

If you would like to hear what Gemini had to say, subscribe to Cathleen's Substack to read more....

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Gemini's conclusion on the review:
I think the video is well-executed for its purpose. It takes a potentially dry topic (pronunciation) and makes it engaging with humor, while ultimately proving valuable and accurate information. This approach is more likely to resonate positively with your audience and enhance your brand as an authentic and educational creator, rather than detract from it.

Crochet Harvest Cloth and Pumpkin Pouch

 Pumpkin Pouch lays out to a Harvest Cloth Doily 🎃🫐

Harvest Cloth Pumpkin Pouch Pattern

The votes are in and the Harvest Cloth & Pumpkin Pouch Pattern is back!

Etsy's AI might think it's a simple washcloth, but we know better, don't we?  While it's great for storing soap and other goodies, it was just too charming to be scrubbing things.  But if you want to use it as a washcloth, I highly recommend holding two strands of yarn together.

This pattern is a celebration of all things fun and creative, with the coming of Fall. It is perfect for making:

*  Pumpkin Pouch:  The drawstring makes it into a delightful little bag to hold gifts, candy, or other
    Autumn treasures.  The best part, the drawstring is an accent that stays in the cloth where it is supposed
    to when it is lying completely flat.
*  Stitch Learning Project:  This pattern is a great way to learn or practice some new stitches techniques.
    You'll get a fantastic handle on treble crochet (Tr) and front and back post stitches (FP/BP)

So grab your hook and let's make some fun, not-quite-washcloth pumpkin pouches, crocheting in the round!

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Best wishes and happy crocheting! ♾️🧶➰