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Tutorial – Working into the 3rd Loop of Half Double Crochet
All the basic stitches in crochet have a front loop and back loop, which form a V shape at the top of the stitch. Half double crochet (hdc) is unique because it has an extra, 3rd loop. Learn how to find this 3rd loop, whether working in rows or in rounds, and see what happens when you work into it.
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Scrappy Stitchers Link Party #47
The October Scrappy Stitchers Link Party was our largest yet. We had plenty of projects linked up, and lots of people voted too. Let's see if we can't make this month's link party even bigger! The most clicked link last month was the Classic Raglan Cardigan from Joy of Motion Crochet. Congrats to Joy of Motion for the lovely design! Will…
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Free Pattern – Mod Stripes Towel
Funky, fun, and festive, everything about this towel is just a little bit off kilter. The uneven stripes have raised edges that flow in one direction, and the textured wattle stitch is an asymmetrical variation of the V stitch. You can even change the look entirely depending on how you fold it. Show off the bold striping pattern, or fold…
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Autumn Air Cowl Crochet Along – Week 4
Welcome to the Autumn Air Cowl Crochet Along! Learn Tunisian entrelac crochet, while making this comfy, colorful cowl. Entrelac is a great introduction to Tunisian crochet techniques.
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Free Pattern – Boo Blocks
Add a ghostly greeting to your Halloween decor with these Boo Blocks! Display them on a shelf, or hang them on the wall. The crocheted sleeves work up fast, and wrap securely around wooden blocks. They come off easily too, so after Halloween you can replace them with other letters or designs.
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Autumn Air Cowl Crochet Along – Week 3
Welcome to the Autumn Air Cowl Crochet Along! Learn Tunisian entrelac crochet, while making this comfy, colorful cowl. Entrelac is a great introduction to Tunisian crochet techniques.
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Teal Pumpkin Ornament
Halloween can be a scary time for kids with food allergies. That's why, for the last several years, our house has been a "teal pumpkin" house. The Teal Pumpkin Project helps to identify houses that have non-candy treats available. Usually, I print out a sign from the website and tape it to my door. This year, I decided to make…
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Free Pattern – November Skies
November will be here soon, and there's already a brisk chill in the dusky, evening skies. It's time for a cozy new hat! The November Skies hat is soft and warm, and makes a great gift too. It works up quickly and is super stretchy to fit almost everyone. Wear it as a slouchy hat, or turn the brim up…
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Autumn Air Cowl Crochet Along – Week 2
Welcome to the Autumn Air Cowl Crochet Along! Learn Tunisian entrelac crochet, while making this comfy, colorful cowl. Entrelac is a great introduction to Tunisian crochet techniques.
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Free Pattern – Ease on Down the Rows – Harmony Blanket Square #41
Ease on Down the Rows is pattern #41 in the 2018 Harmony Blanket Knit Along. This unique square combines intentionally dropped stitches with an embroidery technique to create the lacy, zig-zag columns. A video tutorial is included.
