The Grit Stitch is an Easy Crochet Technique that Creates a slightly different Texture than Normal Single Crochet One of the most fun things to do with crochet is to experiment with new stitches and textures. This skill is almost limitless when it comes to the amazing thinks that people can make out of yarn. […]
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Crocheting the Jasmine Stitch creates a very striking pattern and a finished fabric that is thick, squishy, and stretchable. Have you ever seen a piece of crochet work that stopped you “in your tracks” and made you really puzzle over how it was done? In this post, I’m delighted to show you how to crochet
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The Puff Stitch is it’s own unique technique in crochet, and it is also used as the basis of the beautiful Jasmine Stitch. Learning how to crochet the Puff Stitch combines two enjoyable parts of crochet: texture and technique. Puffs do create a distinct, raised texture that can be used on their own or in
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Crocheting an envelope style pillowcase uses a very simple rectangle and removes the need to use zippers or buttons as a closure. If crocheting projects for your own home is something you are interested in, cushion covers are a great way to get started. While they are larger than some things like coasters or dishcloths,
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Crocheting the Griddle Stitch is an easy way to introduce a new texture into your work with a simple repeat that doesn’t require much attention. The Griddle Stitch is something that I didn’t learn until fairly recently. But it has quickly become one of my favorite stitches. As a stitch that uses a very simple
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Plastic yarn, or plarn, is often free to make and can easily be used for unique results What exactly is plarn? What on earth is it used for? How is it made? Plarn is the term we get by combining “plastic” and “yarn” and it is normally made by recycling disposable plastic bags into strips
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Learning how to read crochet patterns doesn’t have to be a hassle, and you’ll be SO glad you did! Have you ever done something the same way for a lot longer than you needed to, just because it’s the way that worked for you at first? I do this with driving, and usually it works
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The Waffle Stitch is a popular textured stitch in the crochet world for good reason! The thermal structure of this stitch uses a combination of normal crochet stitches and post stitches, and is easy to learn. If you crochet, I think it’s safe to say that you love texture. Texture seems to be something that
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The Waistcoat stitch is a very versatile and useful crochet stitch that requires a simple variation of single crochet with striking results Today I’m excited to show you a stitch that can be done very simply, but with a really impressive outcome. It’s featured in three upcoming projects that I’m getting ready for you as
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This crochet concept easily creates the finished look of trendy corduroy fabric, and you can use it right away to whip up a quick project for your table! I am not one to usually follow trends, but it’s been pretty obvious that corduroy(the heavier, ridged fabric) has been particularly popular lately. It’s been in plenty
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Pom Poms are an adorable addition to many different knit and crochet projects, and here we’ll discuss different options when purchasing pom poms or how to make your own. You know what just about the cutest thing in the world is? Well, honestly, that would probably have to be a baby. Let me get a
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The humble slip stitch has a few different uses in crochet and it’s an important stitch to know, as well as a very easy skill to learn The slip stitch is perhaps the least-thought about stitch in crochet. While being very easy to work and easy to get the hang of, sometimes the concept of
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