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Half double crochet two together
Basics

Half double crochet two together

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Pattern Tutorials

Summer Picnic Blanket Tutorial

This easy project is perfect for all of your picnics and BBQs you have coming up this summer. With a laminated cotton top …

Before You Begin

The Ultimate Glossary Of Knit And Crochet Terms

Before You Begin

How To Knit Repeats And Multiples

Basics

How To Cast Off For Right Handers

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Basics

How To Do A Stocking Stitch

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Tips and Tricks

How To: Latch Hook Finishing

Learn how to finish your rug with our WonderArt tutorial. Complete your rug project.

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Tips and Tricks

Patons Stitch Style: Breezy Dolman Knit Top

Selecting sizing can be tricky when it comes to knit and crochet patterns. What happens if you choose the wrong size and don’t find out until the end?

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Tips and Tricks

Half Square Triangles - Tips and Tricks

Half Square Triangles, affectionately known as HSTs are one of the most versatile and commonly used components of quilting blocks. I’ve never counted, but I’m sure there are literally thousands of basic and complex designs that are based on this simple little unit.

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Tips and Tricks

This Trim Has Teeth to It!

How fun is it to use sewing notions in unexpected places? When we think of piping, we normally think of a small fabric covered cord along the edge of a garment portion or perhaps a slightly larger twisted cord running around the edge of a home décor pillow.

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Tips and Tricks

How to Successfully Embroider Swimsuits

One thing I dislike about summer: swimsuits! Not only is it stressful shopping for swimsuits (trying to find one that flatters my figure is like torture!), but many swimsuits are just plain boring. A great way to take a swimsuit from simple to stunning is with a touch of embroidery...

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Tips and Tricks

EZ Knitting: How to Cast Off

Casting off is the process of putting a finishing edge on your EZ-knitting piece.