• Learn to Crochet - Lesson 4 - Double Crochet

    Learn to Crochet – Lesson 4 – Double Crochet (dc)

    If you've never picked up a hook before, and don't quite know where to start....start here! This series of tutorials will walk you through how to get started, and some of the most basic stitches and techniques. By the end of the series, you'll be ready to test your skills with some beginner patterns.

  • Free Pattern – Sleepy Snowman

    Shhhh! This sweet little snowman is sleepy. He's had a busy day playing in the freshly fallen snow, and now he's resting, all cozy in his cap and scarf. Add a Sleepy Snowman to your holiday decor, or make one as a gift! He works up quickly, and is great for using up scraps.

  • Wine Glass Charms - Free pattern on StitchesNScraps.com

    Free Pattern – 5 Minute Wine Glass Charms

    Grab your box of buttons - you know the one. In just 5 minutes, take your mismatched favorites and turn them into these cute wine glass charms! These make great hostess gifts too, and you can have a whole set ready in plenty of time for Thanksgiving tomorrow!

  • Learn to Crochet - Lesson 3 - Single Crochet

    Learn to Crochet – Lesson 3 – Single Crochet

    If you've never picked up a hook before, and don't quite know where to start....start here! This series of tutorials will walk you through how to get started, and some of the most basic stitches and techniques. By the end of the series, you'll be ready to test your skills with some beginner patterns.

  • Latvian Braid - Knitted Kitchen #46 - StitchesNScraps.com

    Knitted Kitchen #46 – Latvian Braid

    The Latvian Braid stitch is a variant of fair isle / stranded colorwork, alternating between 2 colors. Raised "braids" are created by intentionally carrying the unused color across the right side of the work in a specific way. This pattern includes photos of the technique, plus a more in-depth video tutorial.

  • Learn to Crochet - Lesson 2 - Foundation Chain

    Learn to Crochet – Lesson 2 – Foundation Chain

    If you've never picked up a hook before, and don't quite know where to start....start here! This series of tutorials will walk you through how to get started, and some of the most basic stitches and techniques. By the end of the series, you'll be ready to test your skills with some beginner patterns.

  • The Ultimate Fiber Gift for 2017!

    Do you have a knitter or crocheter on your shopping list this year? Want a gift that's sure to knock their hand-knit socks off? Here it is! (and yes, this absolutely might be a hint for anyone who's shopping for me this year...subtle, right?) 

  • Snow Day Slouch - a free knit pattern on StitchesNScraps.com

    Free Pattern – Snow Day Slouch

    As a child, few things were more magical than a snow day. I still love waking up to a world that's all fluffy and white, under a dusky blue sky. Take a bit of that magical feeling with you whenever you wear this Snow Day Slouch! Knit in a bulky yarn, it's soft and squishy and warm, and works up…

  • Tubular Bind Off tutorial on StitchesNScraps.com

    Sewn Tubular Bind Off in the Round

    The tubular bind off is my absolute favorite for 1/1 (knit/purl) ribbing. This sewn bind off is very similar to working a kitchener stitch, as though the knits were on one side and purls on the other. It creates a stretchy edge that looks like the ribbing has just flowed right over it. When working this bind off in the…

  • Learn to Crochet - Lesson 1 - Choosing your Materials

    Learn to Crochet – Lesson 1 – Choosing Your Materials

    If you've never picked up a hook before, and don't quite know where to start....start here! Crochet is a passion of mine that I particularly love to share with others. So I've created a Learn to Crochet series for brand new crocheters. These short tutorials will walk you through how to get started, and some of the most basic stitches and…