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Interlocking Crochet Tutorial & Mosaic Stitch Baby Blanket Pattern

This crochet baby blanket pattern features an elegant reversible interlocking stitch design.

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Finger Crochet a Blanket

Discover how to finger crochet a blanket with our video tutorial. No hooks needed—create a cozy blanket using just your fingers!

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How To Crochet A Pretty Shawl With The Crochet Crowd

Learn how to crochet a pretty shawl with Mikey from The Crochet Crowd! Sugar Bush Itty-Bitty, a super fine yarn, results in a super soft shawl.

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How to Knit Shadow Cables | Knit Blanket Tutorial

Practice stocking stitch and cables to reveal this cozy blanket, knit up using Bernat Blanket Ombre yarn! Watch this knitting video tutorial to create a beautiful, soft and bulky ombre blanket.

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How to Knit a Gradient Summer T-Shirt | Flax & Twine Knitting Tutorial

Try your hand at knitting a gradient summer tee, using Patons Grace yarn! Anne Weil of Flax & Twine shows us how to knit up a lovely summer t-shirt in this step-by-step tutorial.

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Knit A Reversible Cable Scarf With Patons Alpaca Blend

This reversible cable knit scarf pattern looks stunning worked up in Patons Alpaca Blend, a soft bulky yarn.

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How To Crochet A Pretty Clothes Hanger Cover

Learn how to crochet a clothes hanger cover with a pretty scalloped edge design with this easy pattern tutorial from Mikey at The Crochet Crowd.

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Graph Afghan Series: Test Drive Your New Skills

This is part 5 of 5 of the learning afghan series.

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Crochet the Summer Ripple Crochet Afghan

Crochet the Summer Ripple Crochet Afghan with our tutorial. Make a lightweight and breezy ripple afghan perfect for summer.

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Crochet Twinkling Snowflake #1 Tutorial

Crochet Twinkling Snowflake #1 Tutorial.

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Crochet Twinkling Snowflake #2 Tutorial

nCrochet Twinkling Snowflake #2 Tutorial.

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EZ Criss-Cross Cowl Tutorial

Learn how to crochet the EZ Criss Cross Cowl with this detailed tutorial. Create a trendy and cozy cowl.