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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.

Skeins of Yarn vs. Balls of Yarn: What's The Difference?
Before You Begin

Skeins of Yarn vs. Balls of Yarn: What's The Difference?

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 …

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Pattern Tutorials

DIY Sea Shell Coasters

Create a coastal theme for your table with these attractive Sea Shell Coasters. The coasters are made by wrapping a cloth …

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Before You Begin

About Knitting Needles

Exposed Zipper Tutorial
Beyond Basics

Exposed Zipper Tutorial

The Invisible Zipper Foot
Beyond Basics

The Invisible Zipper Foot

Pattern Tutorials

Knit Gift-A-Long: Sunset Song Cowl

Pattern Tutorials

Knit Gift-A-Long: Greyson Waves Scarf

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How To Hold Knitting Needles

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Tips and Tricks

Choosing your next project with the help of a designer!

Check out some tips and tricks in starting your next knitting or crochet project with one of our designers!

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Tips and Tricks

Caron x Pantone: Unwrap the Braids

Unwrap the braids and explore the possibilities with Caron X Pantone yarn. Follow the video tutorial and create unique and vibrant projects.

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Beyond Basics

Stuff Knit and Crochet

This tutorial demonstrates how to stuff a toy yarn project.

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Beyond Basics

Sew a Zipper on a Sweater

Learn to sew a zipper on a knit or crochet sweater in this easy step by step tutorial!