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Basics

Learn to Knit Rows on Circular Needles

Learn how to use circular needles when knitting larger pieces, such as an afghan, throw or the back of a sweater.

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Pattern Tutorials

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.

Tips and Tricks

Sewing on Fleece

Fleece can be used in so many ways. It is a favorite for no-sew projects because it doesn’t ravel, but it is also simple to use for sewing projects.

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Pattern Tutorials

Turn Heel in Crochet Sock

Using the Waiting For Santa Stocking as an example, Kristin Omdahl shows you how to turn a heel in a crochet sock.

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Pattern Tutorials

Aran Toggle Wrap Stitches Part 1

Marly Bird teaches the eighth square of the Crochet Stitch Sampler Baby Blanket Crochet Along! See the written pattern on her website.

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Pattern Tutorials

Learn How to Crochet A Wine Bottle Cover

Marly Bird teaches the secondsquare of the Crochet Stitch Sampler Baby Blanket Crochet Along! See the written pattern on her website.

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Pattern Tutorials

Learn How to Knit Boutique Fizzle Scarves with Mikey from The Crochet Crowd

This novel yarn looks like you spent long hours knitting, but you can get this scarf done in an evening.

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Pattern Tutorials

Crochet Give'em Spirit Wristers Tutorial

You can text the score to all your friends and support your favorite team! Keep your hands warm but your fingers free with these cozy crocheted wristers.

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Pattern Tutorials

Learn How to Make the Crochet Corner-to-Corner Throw

Take the mystery out of using a Double Ended Hook while crocheting the Let's Be Warm Throw. This is Part 2 of this two-part lesson. Part 1 is also available.

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Pattern Tutorials

Learn How to Crochet the Drop Stitch Tunic

Mixology is the art of mixing yarn. Mix and match three different yarns that stitch up to the same gauge and are designed to be mixed.

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Pattern Tutorials

Learn How to Crochet the Octagon & Squares Throw - Video 2

Learn how to crochet the Octagon & Squares Throw.

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Pattern Tutorials

Learn to Crochet the Dusty Snowflake Throw part 4

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.