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Scrappy Stitchers Link Party #25
Our most clicked link in November was this Fox Doll by Lalka Crochet. What a cutie she is! Congrats Lalka! Who's link will be most clicked in December? Remember, you don't need to have a pattern or a blog, you can link to a project page or image file too. I'm hoping to see a merry link-up full of wonderful…
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How a Pattern Happens – Math
Have you ever wondered what goes into designing a crochet pattern? It's different for everyone, but I thought it would be fun to share my process with all of you. This is part 3 of a series of behind-the-scenes posts, where you can join me as I work through a new design.
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Free Pattern – Seed Stitch Bow
Use this Seed Stitch Bow to trim your tree, or when wrapping the presents underneath it. It's also a great addition to headbands and hats. The Red Heart Holiday yarn is soft and shimmery, and the seed stitch adds a bit of fun texture.
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How a Pattern Happens – Swatching
Have you ever wondered what goes into designing a crochet pattern? It's different for everyone, but I thought it would be fun to share my process with all of you. This is part 2 of a series of behind-the-scenes posts, where you can join me as I work through a new design.
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Free Pattern – Textured Tree Skirt
Wrap your holiday tree in the simple elegance of this textured tree skirt. It's made in Red Heart Holiday yarn, which is soft and puffy with a festive shimmer. Seed stitch gives it a subtle, all over texture, highlighted by lacy corner increases. The ribbon-like border adds a splash of color, finished with a decorative fan and picot edge.
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How a Pattern Happens – Getting Started
Have you ever wondered what goes into designing a crochet pattern? It's different for everyone, but I thought it would be fun to share my process with all of you. This is part 1 of a series of behind-the-scenes posts, where you can join me as I work through a new design.
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Crochet Frog Closures – Little Frogs
These little crochet frog closures are fast and fun to make, and can be added to almost anything! Put them on cardigans, bags, boot cuffs, even tree skirts - anywhere you need a decorative closure. They're a great way to use up scrap yarn too.
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Tutorial – Changing Colors
When changing colors, the goal is (usually) to get a nice, clean edge between your color sections. You don’t want to end up with any part of the first color showing in the stitches of the 2nd color. Changing Colors – Photo Tutorial: (scroll down for video tutorial) Here I have a row with a few single crochet, and I’m going to…
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Scrappy Stitchers Link Party #24
Congrats to Crochet For You for the most clicked link in October! This is the Crochet Shells N Picots Scarf – The way the color changes in the Unforgettable yarn work with this bold stitch pattern is really spectacular! Now it’s your turn Remember, any fiber related project you’ve made is fine – it does not have to be your…
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Free Pattern – Maraschino
Vanna’s Glamour yarn from Lion Brand gives this lacy dress a fun bit of sparkle, perfect for holiday parties. It features a figure-flattering empire waist, and subtle shaping to hug your curves in all the right places. The skirt flares out slightly, just enough for a little bit of a twirly bounce. I wore this to the CGOA Conference this past summer, and the…
