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Pattern Tutorials

Cro-Shayley Makes a Stylish Crochet Pouf

Have you seen the stylish poufs in home decor stores and have been dying to make one instead of paying $120-$150 for one? …

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Trio of Holiday Hair Clips

These fun hair clips are great accents for kids or grownup hairdos. They are fast & easy gifts and could do dual duty …

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Team Spirit Zippered Poncho

Cheer on your favorite team and keep warm at fall football games in this cozy Zippered Fleece Poncho. A Coats …

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Stitch Up a Fabric Cuff

What’s more fun than ordinary jewelry? Fabric cuffs that ut …

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Fabric Covered Hangers

Why use boring clothes hangers when you can create something fun to add pizzazz to your closet? Those mundane w …

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Two Baskets for Easter

We have two fun basket projects for Easter. A cute little bunny and a versatile woven basket. Putting all your eggs in one …

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California Dreaming - DIY Fashion from Angela Lan

Hi everybody! I’m super excited for fall but here in California we’ve been in a heat wave of 100 degrees and above. Crazy …

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Precious Boutique Fur Yarn Puppies

Learn how to crochet an amazing Happy Hearts Afghan. This afghan consists of solid granny squares with some heart appliques that sit on top.

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5 Minute Arm Knitting Scarf Tutorial

Use bright-colored Red Heart Sizzle to make fun bracelets! Perfect for any age. Watch our step-by-step video for instructions.

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Wrapped in Elegance Free Crochet Shawl in Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable Yarn

The beautiful knit Aran Basket Stitch Sweater will look wonderful in any of the many colors of Soft yarn.

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Beyond Basics

Ultimate Guide to Basketweave Crochet

The basketweave crochet stitch is a beautiful textured stitch that creates a woven fabric rich in density and beauty. It c …

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Beyond Basics

Knit i-cord: The Essentials

Making an i-Cord is a quick and easy way to create a beautiful knit cord which can be incorporated into many projects. A f …

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