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Ribbed Slit Shawl Knitting Pattern Tips

Over the past several months I've worked on the Ribbed Slit Shawl (LW2438) in Super Soft as my lunch break project...

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Love the Project, Make it Your Own! By Guest Blogger Donna Stinson

When I see a project that I feel like making the first thing that I think about is what color would look good in my house or for the person I may give it to.

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Crocheting a Ruffle Rose Pillow

I recently moved and didn't have enough throw pillows, so I decided to make my own! I choose the Ruffle Rose Pillow (LW2505) from RedHeart.com.

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Make Your Own Yarn Doll -- Easy Enough for Kids!

Yarn dolls are a perennial favorite with kids of all ages! If you can wrap yarn you are on your way to having a doll. Make them in your favorite colors.

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Crochet Your Bouquet

Are you a DIY bride and want to make sure you can enjoy your bridal bouquet year after year? Or do you need unique centerpieces for an event?

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DIY Bow Belt Tutorial

Hi all! I’m Sunni Standing from A Fashionable Stitch. I’m dropping in with a quick tutorial on how to make a bow belt! Bel …

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Learn How to Crochet Zigzag Christmas Stocking Tutorial

Waves of bright colors add a contemporary look to the fun tradition of putting out a stocking for Santa to fill.

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Learn How to Crochet Boot Cuffs to Accessorize Your Winter Wardrobe

Learn how to crochet boot cuffs to accessorize your winter wardrobe.

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Learn to Knit the Day to Date Time Shawl

An old crochet twist takes a new spin. Find rectangular grannies in CTNov08-66 All Angles Throw designed by Marty Miller

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Learn to Crochet the Dusty Snowflake Throw part 2

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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Crochet Your Own Raccoon Family for Christmas

This playful crochet raccoon will sit sweetly on your mantel or add a woodland touch to your tree.

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Cosmic Loopy Knit Scarf

Crochet texture stitches add interest to many types of projects.

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