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How to Yarn Over in Crochet

Wrap the yarn from back to front over the hook (or hold the yarn still and maneuver the hook). This movement of the yarn o …

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How to Weave in Ends in Crochet

Weave in ends securely before blocking pieces or sewing seams. Securely woven ends will not come loose with wear or washin …

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How to Slip Stitch Crochet

Slip stitch is the shortest of all crochet stitches. Unlike other stitches, slip stitches are not often used on their own …

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How to Increase in Knitting

There are several ways to increase, and each method adds extra stitches to the row unless they are paired with compensatin …

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How to Half Double Crochet (HDC)

Master the Half Double Crochet Stitch (HDC), a versatile stitch perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike

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How to Knit Purl Stitch In The Continental Style

Purling every row is also considered garter stitch and makes ridges on both sides of the knitted fabric.

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How to Slip, Slip, Knit

Slip, slip, knit (ssk) is a common form of decrease. A method of casting on that is created by loo …

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How to Make Crochet Fabric

To make a flat crocheted fabric worked in rows, you must begin with a foundation chain …

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How to Treble Crochet (TR)

A treble crochet (sometimes called triple crochet) is taller than a double crochet stitch …

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How to Make a Tassel

Tassels are a fun way to decorate the end of a scarf or the edge of a blanket, and they are easier to make than you think! …

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How to Single Crochet (SC)

Single crochet is the most common basic crochet stitch resulting in fabric…

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How to Decrease in Knitting

Decreasing stitches makes your knitted piece narrower. Decreases are used for sleeve caps, neckline shaping, shaping the c …

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