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Learn to knit the All Day Beret now called the Any Day Beret

Learn to knit the All-Day Beret (now called the Any-Day Beret). Knit a stylish and versatile beret.

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Knitted Slipper Socks Free Knitting Pattern Part 3 of 3

Knit the Knitted Slipper Socks - Part 3 of 3. Complete your cozy knitted socks.

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Marly Bird Garter Stitch Shawl Knitalong Week 2

Follow Week 3 of the Marly Bird Garter Stitch Shawl Knit-Along. Join the knitting community and share your progress.

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Knitted Slipper Socks Free Knitting Pattern Part 1 of 3

Knit the Knitted Slipper Socks - Part 1 of 3. Follow along to create cozy knitted socks.

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Knitted Slipper Socks Free Knitting Pattern Part 2 of 3

Knit the Knitted Slipper Socks - Part 2 of 3. Continue working on your cozy knitted socks.

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Learn How to Knit Fantastic Brioche Scarf part 2 of 3

Continue knitting the Fantastic Brioche Scarf - Part 2 of 3. Progress further with your brioche scarf.

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Shark Puppet Scrubby Part 2 of 2 | Free Crochet Pattern

Continue crocheting the shark puppet scrubby with Part 2 of the free pattern. Bring your shark puppet to life and enjoy its playful functionality.

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Knit Dog Sweater for Extra Small, Small, Medium and Large Dogs Part 1 of 2

Knit a Dog Sweater for Extra Small, Small, Medium, and Large Dogs - Part 1 of 2.

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How to Knit Simple Crescent Shawl

Knit the Simple Crescent Shawl with our tutorial. Make an elegant and versatile shawl.

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Hygge Cozy Time Fringe Throw Crochet [Left Handed]

Master the technique of crocheting the Hygge Cozy Time Fringe Throw - Left Handed with our tutorial.

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How to Knit Roulette Chic Cowl Pucker Stitch

Knit the Roulette Chic Cowl - Pucker Stitch with our tutorial. Create a unique and textured cowl.

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How to Crochet Margaux Chic Shawl [Right Handed] PART 1

Crochet Margaux Chic Shawl (right-handed) - Part 1 with our tutorial. Begin making an elegant and chic shawl.