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Pattern Tutorials

How to Knit Road to Success Chic Hat

Learn how to knit the Road to Success Chic Hat with our tutorial. Make a stylish and textured hat.

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Pattern Tutorials

How to Knit Creative Collar Shawl

Learn how to knit the Creative Collar Shawl with our tutorial. Make a unique and versatile shawl.

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Pattern Tutorials

How to Knit Simple Crescent Shawl [Part 2] Two Yarn Over Eyelet Row

Continue knitting the Simple Crescent Shawl - Part 2 - Two Yarn-Over Eyelet Row.

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Pattern Tutorials

How to Knit Pomp-a-Doodle Rug

Learn how to knit the Pomp-a-Doodle Rug with our tutorial. Create a fun and textured rug.

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Pattern Tutorials

Hygge Cozy Time Fringe Throw Crochet [Right Handed]

Crochet the Hygge Cozy Time Fringe Throw - Right Handed with our tutorial. Create a cozy and textured throw.

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Pattern Tutorials

How to Knit Beginner Faux Fair Isle Knit Scarf

Learn how to knit the Beginner Faux Fair Isle Knit Scarf with our tutorial. Create a stylish scarf with colorwork.

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Pattern Tutorials

How to do a Gauge Swatch Textured Triangle Shawl KAL

Learn how to do a gauge swatch for the Textured Triangle Shawl KAL with our tutorial.

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Pattern Tutorials

How to Crochet Beginner Lace Panel Poncho [Left Handed]

Craft a Beginner Lace Panel Poncho (left-handed) with our video tutorial. Create a fashionable and lightweight poncho.

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Pattern Tutorials

How to Crochet Playful Penguin Baby Blanket

Crochet the Playful Penguin Baby Blanket with our tutorial. Make an adorable blanket featuring penguin designs.

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Pattern Tutorials

How to Crochet Easy Shivering Chic Shawl [Right Handed]

Craft the Easy Split Tote (right-handed) with our video tutorial. Make a practical and trendy tote bag.

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Pattern Tutorials

Ice Scream Scrubby Dishcloth

Make the Ice Scream Scrubby Dishcloth with our tutorial. Crochet a fun and functional dishcloth.

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Pattern Tutorials

How to Crochet Daffodil Cotton Scrubby part 2 of 2

Crochet a Diaper Cover (left-handed) with our video tutorial. Make an adorable and practical cover for babies.