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Pattern Tutorials

New Chic Sheep Yarn by Marly Bird

Discover the new Chic Sheep Yarn by Marly Bird. Explore the features and benefits of this high-quality yarn designed for your knitting and crochet projects.

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My First Socks with Marly Bird Part 6 of 6 KAL

Complete your sock knitting journey with Part 6 of the My First Socks with Marly Bird KAL. Finish your knit socks and celebrate your achievement with the knitting community.

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Marly's Granny Square Cardigan Crochet Along Video 4 Cuffs and Seaming Right Hand

Follow along with he 2016 CAL with a free crochet pattern by Marly Bird.

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Rainbow Feather and Fan Knitting Pattern Baby Blanket

Knit a feather and fan pattern baby blanket with a rainbow color scheme. Follow the knitting pattern and create a beautiful and cozy blanket for your little one.

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Marly's Granny Square Cardigan Crochet Along Video 4 Cuffs and Seaming Left Hand

Follow along with he 2016 CAL with a free crochet pattern by Marly Bird.

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Marly Bird Garter Stitch Shawl Knitalong Finished Projects

Continue the Marly Bird Garter Stitch Shawl Knit-Along with Week 2. Follow along and create a beautiful shawl with fellow knitters.

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Knit Dog Sweater for Extra Small, Small, Medium and Large Dogs Part 2 of 2

Knit a Dog Sweater for Extra Small, Small, Medium, and Large Dogs - Part 2 of 2.

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Marly Bird Garter Stitch Shawl Knitalong Week 3

Join the final week of the Marly Bird Garter Stitch Shawl Knit-Along. Complete your shawl and celebrate your knitting achievement.

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Marly Bird Garter Stitch Shawl Knit-along Week 1

Join the Marly Bird Garter Stitch Shawl Knit-Along. Get inspired by finished projects and share your progress in this knitting community.

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Learn How to Knit Fantastic Brioche Scarf Part 3 of 3

Complete knitting the Fantastic Brioche Scarf - Part 3 of 3. Finish your brioche stitch scarf project.

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Learn How to Knit Fantastic Brioche Scarf Part 1 of 3

Learn how to knit the Fantastic Brioche Scarf - Part 1 of 3. Knit a beautiful brioche stitch scarf.

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Learn How to Knit Ribbed Scarf

Learn how to knit a Ribbed Scarf. Create a classic and versatile accessory with ribbed texture.