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How to Crochet Shells
The shell stitch is a stitch pattern in crochet that can be worked in a variety of different ways. In general, it refers t …
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Guide to Crochet Shell Stitch Variations with Patterns
The shell stitch is a stitch pattern in crochet that can be worked in a variety of different ways. In general, it refers t …
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How to Crochet Clusters
Crochet cluster stitch is very similar to Bobble Stitch. When a cluster is worked into one stitch, …
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How to Crochet Popcorns
Once you learn the basic crochet shell stitch. It consists of several complete stitches worked into t …
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How to Crochet Puff Stitches
Crochet puff stitch is essentially the same as bobble stitch. A method of casting on that is creat …
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How to Knit Cables
Whether simple or complex, cable patterns add depth and texture to your knitting, and they are easy to learn. Use a cable …
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How to Crochet Bobbles
Bobble crochet stitch is similar to popcorn stitch in that you work all of the stitches into the same loop and secure them …
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Guide to Multi-Strand Crochet
Double-stranded or multi-stranded crochet, where you hold two or more yarn strands together as you crochet, is a terrific …
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Ultimate Beginner's Guide to the Crocodile Stitch
The crocodile crochet stitch is a relatively new inventionin the history of crochet but one that gained quick popularity a …
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How to Crochet an I-Cord
You may have heard of an I-cord in knitting, a small tube knit in the round with just a few stitches, but did you know you …
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Filet Crochet Patterns & Guides
In this article you will learn all that you need to know in order to read a filet crochet chart pattern. You'll get some t …
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Ultimate Guide to Hairpin Lace Crochet
Hairpin lace is a beautiful variation on crochet, in which you combine a standard crochet hook with a certain type of loom …
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Ultimate Guide to Crochet Post Stitches
Crochet post stitches, where the stitch is worked around the post of the previous row instead of into the top of the stitc …
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Guide to Crochet Crossed Stitches for Cables and More
Crochet cluster stitch is very similar to a method of casting on that is created by …
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Ultimate Guide to Chevron Crochet
The chevron pattern is a bold graphic pattern that recurs again and again as a popular trend in fashion, home decor and ev …
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Guide To Yo-Yo Crochet
The yo-yo is a new, trending crochet motif that has gained rapid popularity. Although there are several different designs …
