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10 Secrets to Sock Success

Want to make your finished items look even better? Block them! Blocking may seem intimidating, but you really only need a …

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How to Set the Mood for Crochet and Improve Your Craft Experience

Autumn is the perfect time to engage all of the senses. The air is crisp. It smells of pumpkin spice and burning firewood. …

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How to Hold the Crochet Hook and Yarn - Beginner Crochet Teach Video 2

Perfect finishes with properly woven-in ends.

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The Math Behind Patterns: What does "a multiple of 3 + 2" mean?

Because I design patterns, I embrace the multiples-math that is used to make patterns work. But even a novice knitter or c …

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Loom Knitting: Beginners Basics

This article has everything you need to master loom knitting! Take a look at the video, and our step by step instructions. …

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What Is The Difference Between Balls And Skeins Of Yarn?

Have you ever tried to pull yarn from the center of a pull skein and had trouble? You may have been trying to pull from a ball — and aryton balls..

How to Read a Skein Band
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How to Read a Skein Band

Want to learn about a yarn? Look at the skein band or ball band on it! Keep reading this blog to learn how to read a skein band.

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Reading crochet charts and symbols

Learn how to make an easy crochet picot edgings that are perfect to finish both knit and crochet projects.

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Understanding Multi's, Prints & Ombres

Understanding multi-color, ombres and printed yarns.

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Understanding Rows and Rounds for Knit Patterns

Learn how to crochet the Mini Noel Granny Squares for your Noel Granny Afghan. This works in combination with a larger Granny Square in part 1

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Reading a Pattern Overview

Once you learn the basics of getting started with left-handed crochet, you'll want to learn more stitches.

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Reading a Crochet Pattern

Watch a tutorial on how to read a crochet pattern. Gain confidence in following crochet instructions and create beautiful projects with ease.