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The Yarnspirations How-To hub is your one-stop shop for all you need to know about crochet, knitting, and crafting to pick up a new skill or level up the skills you already have. With a library full of videos, tutorials, pictorials, diagrams and tips & tricks, you're sure to find something to help you get creating.

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Basics

Learn to Knit Rows on Circular Needles

Learn how to use circular needles when knitting larger pieces, such as an afghan, throw or the back of a sweater.

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Pattern Tutorials

Get to Know: Red Scarf Project

I’m thrilled today to share an interview with Lynn Davis, the Director of Partnership Development for Foster Care to Success which houses RSP.

Tips and Tricks

Sewing on Fleece

Fleece can be used in so many ways. It is a favorite for no-sew projects because it doesn’t ravel, but it is also simple to use for sewing projects.

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Pattern Tutorials

Turn Heel in Crochet Sock

Using the Waiting For Santa Stocking as an example, Kristin Omdahl shows you how to turn a heel in a crochet sock.

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Pattern Tutorials

Aran Toggle Wrap Stitches Part 1

Marly Bird teaches the eighth square of the Crochet Stitch Sampler Baby Blanket Crochet Along! See the written pattern on her website.

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Pattern Tutorials

Learn How to Knit Boutique Fizzle Scarves with Mikey from The Crochet Crowd

This novel yarn looks like you spent long hours knitting, but you can get this scarf done in an evening.

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Pattern Tutorials

Learn How to Crochet the Octagon & Squares Throw - Video 2

Learn how to crochet the Octagon & Squares Throw.

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Pattern Tutorials

Learn to Crochet the Dusty Snowflake Throw part 4

This throw will keep you warm in those cold winter months and it's fun to make as you follow along with the four video segments.

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Pattern Tutorials

Learn to Crochet Christmas Coasters

Crochet up these coasters in about 10 minutes. Mikey will show you how to get started and take you through the tutorial so you can enjoy your new coaster. Designed by Mary Jane Protus

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Pattern Tutorials

Learn Knit Techniques for Day to Date Time Shawl

A finely finished edge on the knit Day to Date Time Shawl adds to the pretty pyramid lace pattern.

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Beyond Basics

Learn How to Knit Boutique Sassy Fabric and Sassy Lace

Learn to crochet Mikey's Sangria Wine Bottle Cover. This was inspired by the Red Heart Boutique Midnight Yarn.

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Beyond Basics

Learn How to Make More Crochet Motifs

Learn to crochet this beautiful Rise & Shine Afghan with Mikey from The Crochet Crowd. He converted the colors to be in holiday colors.