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Free Crochet Pattern – Chevron Star Stitch Spa Washcloth
Treat yourself to a spa day with the Chevron Star Stitch Spa Washcloth. Bold chevron stripes and a rich texture make this the perfect washcloth for a relaxing spa experience.
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Free Crochet Pattern – Simply Scrappy Water Bottle Holder
Add a pop of color to your water bottle this summer with the Simply Scrappy Water Bottle Holder. The free crochet pattern can be adjusted in height for taller or shorter bottles. Stay hydrated!
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Free Crochet Necklace Pattern – Fearless
Make a statement with this bold, chunky crochet necklace! Crochet meets exposed wood to form striking lines, punctuated by a more delicate flower motif.
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Free Pattern – Reversible Cables Headband
Get 2 looks from one headband! Wear it one way for 2 cables with a decorative edge. Turn it round the other way and you have 3 cables. Which side is your favorite? The reversible effect is created by working cables on both sides of the work, but the actual cables are simple and work up quickly. This headband can…
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All About Gauge
I know a lot of knitters and crocheters cringe at the words "gauge" and "swatching". But working up a gauge swatch before starting a project can be important, and it doesn't have to be difficult! Clover gave me a free swatch ruler and needle gauge tool to try and review for you. It seemed like the perfect opportunity to share…
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Free Pattern – Tulip the Bunny Rabbit
Tulip the bunny rabbit has come for a visit, just in time for Easter! With a sweet smile and big floppy ears, this fuzzy bunny is sure to delight. Best of all, she works up quickly with relatively few seams.
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Knitting Abbreviations
Knitting patterns have their own vocabulary of stitches and abbreviations. The good news is, many of them are combinations of a few basic ones. Most patterns will include a list of the abbreviations that are used in that pattern, but some don't. If you ever get stuck, here is a list of commonly used knitting abbreviations. I may add to…
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Butterfly Coaster with ArtEsprix Thermal Transfer Markers
Artesprix gave me a free sample of their Artesprix Thermal Transfer Markers, a coaster blank, and some other supplies to try out and review. Using these supplies and my Filet Crochet Butterfly chart, I made this fantastic butterfly coaster!
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Big Birthday Book Giveaway
It's my birthday and we just closed on a new house. Best birthday gift ever! Now we're moving, and that means I have gifts for you too. I get a lot of free books for review, and over the years have amassed quite a collection. Since I keep getting more in, I just can't keep them all and am sharing…
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Scrappy Stitchers Link Party #51
It's time for another Scrappy Stitchers Link Party! The most clicked link in last month's link party was the Bridget Scarf from LiliaCraftParty. A great way to learn 2-color brioche knitting!