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How to Make Any Scarf a Super Scarf
Get your needles and hooks ready because Super Sized scarves are the hottest trend right now when it comes to winter accessories!
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The Easy Going Knit Pullover
This pullover sweater is full of cuddly texture topped off in a cowl collar, and is incredibly warm and soft when knit in Bernat Roving.
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9 Ways to Tie Your Super Scarf
Watch as we show you 9 ways to tie your super scarf! This trending fall accessory is great for layering and super cozy!
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Customize Your Granny Super Scarf
Our designer Emily walks through how to customize your Granny Super Scarf with the endless color combinations of Caron Simply Soft!
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Make a Mega Macrame Necklace!
Last weekend the Yarnspirations gang joined thousands of knitty-types at the annual, Vogue Knitting Live show in New York.
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Get to Know: Red Scarf Project
I’m thrilled today to share an interview with Lynn Davis, the Director of Partnership Development for Foster Care to Success which houses RSP.
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Learn to knit stylish tops for Spring!
These stylish knit tops are great pieces to make for warmer days ahead! Learn how easy they are to knit with our helpful guide.
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Summer Essential: Crochet Carry All Bag
The Cute Crochet Carry-All from the Pic-Knit lookbook caught my eye this month for one big reason – the shaping. But first, a little back story.
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Improve Your Knitting Skills!
Improve your knitting skills, no matter your skill level with these free knit blanket patterns. You'll learn new stitches while perfecting basic knitting skills.
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Monster Plushies by Crafty Is Cool
This year all three of my kids, for the first time, are in school. The littlest started kindergarten and we’re all still trying to get used to it.
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Improve your crochet skills!
Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, these free crochet blanket patterns will teach you new crochet techniques and help improve your skills!
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Crochet Summer Ripple Afghan
When was the last time you saw a gorgeous ripple throw but thought for sure it would be too complicated for you to make? I’m here to show you how!
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Crochet Baby Cocoon with a twist!
The crochet baby cocoon from the new Mindful Making lookbook has me excited to show you how this baby pattern inspired me to get a little creative.
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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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How to Make a Slip Knot for Knitting
A slip knot is the starting point for just about everything you'll do in knitting. It is also the basis for all …
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Beginner's Guide to Knit Lace
It seems that many novice knitters balk at knitting lace, but I'm here to tell you that knitting lace does not have to be …
