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Tutorial – Crocheting with Beads (pre-strung)
Ready to add a bit of sparkle to your crochet? There are several different ways to add beads to crochet, and all end up having a slightly different effect. In this tutorial we're looking at crocheting with beads that have been pre-strung. This means we string the beads onto the yarn first, and then work them in as we go along.
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Tutorial – Linked Double Crochet (ldc)
Double crochets are fast and easy, but for some applications they are too loose and leave unwanted gaps. Linked double crochet (ldc) stitches close those gaps by linking the stitches together in the middle. This creates a firmer, denser fabric that's not quite as stiff or thick as single crochet. I love ldc for borders on lacier items. It can add shape and structure to an otherwise floppy piece, while creating a decorative edge. It's also great for things like pockets where you still want a little drape, but want to limit gaps.
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Tutorial – Puff Stitches
Puff stitches are soft, squishy, versatile, and easy to make. Learn how with this tutorial!
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Free Pattern – Jelly Beads
It's stretchy, it's glittery, it's jelly yarn! This quick and easy bracelet can be worked up in about 15 minutes. Stack them, share them, give them as gifts. The pattern works for any size - you can even make a really long one and wear it as a necklace. If you're not into the jelly look, you can make this simple bracelet with other yarns as well.
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Scrappy Stitchers Link Party #28
The most clicked link in the February Scrappy Stitchers Link Party was this adorable, nautical cardigan by Just Crochet! Congrats! Now it's your turn - share your pictures! Remember, any fiber related project you've made is fine - it does not have to be your own design and you don't have to have a blog. You can link up your Ravelry project pages or Instagram photos too. While you're here, help support each other by clicking on a few of the other entries.
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Fiber Fun in Florida
If you follow Stitches 'N' Scraps on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, you already know that I was on vacation in Florida last week. We stayed on St. Pete's Beach, and enjoyed plenty of beautiful weather, white sands, gulf breezes, magnificent sunsets...and even found a couple of great fiber shops!
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Winter & Spring ~ 15 FREE Crochet Patterns
Here's another fabulous round up compiled by Rhelena of Crochet Pattern Bonanza – a free crochet pattern directory. This time she has put together 15 free crochet patterns to take you from winter into spring. Rhelena was kind enough to write this up as a guest post for me to share with you. If you missed it earlier, check out the afghan square round up she had put together as well. Thanks Rhelena!
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New Year, New Skill CAL – Solomon’s Knots
Welcome to the New Year, New Technique CAL! This week's technique is Bruges lace, and one of the patterns is my Bruges Lace Napkin Ring. If you've never done Bruges lace before, this pattern is a wonderful introduction.
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Tutorial – Introduction to Bruges Lace
Welcome to the New Year, New Technique CAL! This week's technique is Bruges lace, and one of the patterns is my Bruges Lace Napkin Ring. If you've never done Bruges lace before, this pattern is a wonderful introduction.
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Free Pattern – Resistance
Show your resistance to injustice, bigotry and hate with his bold, zig-zag scarf. The eye-catching motif is the symbol used on electric circuit diagrams to indicate a resistor.
