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Loop It Add a New Color or New Ball of Yarn

Anne Geddes Baby Yarns by Red Heart is the perfect blend of acrylic and nylon to make it super soft and just the right weight for all things baby.

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Loop It Ribbing

Learn how to create loop-it ribbing. Add ribbed texture to your projects using the loop-it technique.

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How to use the Easy Wrap Susan Bates Pom Pom Maker for GREAT pom poms

Discover how to use the Easy Wrap Susan Bates Pom Pom Maker for great pom poms.

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How to Crochet with New Pomp-a-Doodle Yarn

Learn how to crochet with New Pomp-a-Doodle Yarn with our tutorial. Explore creative possibilities with this yarn.

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Knitting Backwards Made Easy

Learn how to knit backwards with ease. Knit in the opposite direction for convenience.

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How to Crochet with Scrubby Yarn

Discover how to crochet with Scrubby Yarn with our tutorial. Learn how to create functional and textured items.

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10 Secrets to Perfect Planned Pooling Crochet

Master the art of perfect planned pooling crochet with 10 secrets revealed in this video tutorial. Achieve stunning patterns and designs with planned color pooling techniques.

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Seaming a Crochet Sweater

Learn how to seam a crochet sweater in this video tutorial. Master the technique of joining crochet pieces together for a polished finish.

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Pattern Tutorials

Left Hand: Crochet Women's Peak Hat

Learn how to attach your crochet motifs together to form the Garden Flowrs Shawl.

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Rainbow Chip Crochet Cowl

Crochet a rainbow chip cowl with this tutorial. Learn how to create a colorful and textured cowl using the rainbow chip stitch.

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Stylish Crochet Poncho Pattern For Children & Adults | With Mikey From The Crochet Crowd

Watch Mikey from The Crochet Crowd explain how to crochet a poncho pattern that is perfect for a child or an adult using Sugar Bush Glaze yarn! Have you ever made a poncho? Let us know in the comments! Get the free crochet poncho pattern and see more photos here:...

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Tunisian: Entrelac Blanket in Rows

All the colors of the rainbow, this Tunisian entrelac blanket is plush and soft.