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Pattern Tutorials

How to Crochet Abstractly Chic Shawl | Week 1 CAL

Follow along with the 2018 Call Crochet A Long with Marly Bird and the Abstractly Chic Crochet Shawl.

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Pattern Tutorials

Cross Hatch (Crochet Stitch Sampler Baby Blanket Video #6)

Crochet the Cross Hatch Crochet Stitch Sampler Baby Blanket with our tutorial. Create a beautiful and textured baby blanket with a cross hatch stitch pattern.

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Pattern Tutorials

Crochet Hooded Cowl with Cable Stitch | Free Crochet Pattern

Crochet a hooded cowl with cable stitch using our free pattern and video tutorial. Stay warm and stylish with this cozy accessory.

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Pattern Tutorials

Easy Beginner Garter Stitch Bias Shawl Video 2 of 2

Complete your Easy Beginner Garter Stitch Bias Shawl with this video tutorial (Video 2 of 2).

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Pattern Tutorials

Basket Weave (Crochet Stitch Sampler Baby Blanket Video #3)

Expand your crochet skills with the Basket Weave stitch sampler baby blanket. Follow the video tutorial for step-by-step instructions and create a cozy and textured blanket.

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Pattern Tutorials

Bobble Stitch (Crochet Stitch Sampler Baby Blanket Video #5)

Learn the Bobble Stitch and create a unique and textured crochet blanket. Follow the video tutorial and showcase your crochet skills.

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Pattern Tutorials

1 x 1 Double Crochet Ribbing (Crochet Stitch Sampler Baby Blanket Video #2)

Learn the 1 x 1 Double Crochet Ribbing stitch and create a beautiful sampler baby blanket. Follow along with the video tutorial for step-by-step instructions.

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Pattern Tutorials

Beginner Crochet Shawl | Crochet Lace Made Easy | Lafayette Chic Shawl | Right Handed

Right-handed? Master the art of crochet lace with the Lafayette Chic Shawl. Follow the video tutorial and create a stunning and stylish crochet accessory.

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Beginner Crochet Shawl | Crochet Lace Made Easy | Lafayette Chic Shawl | Left Handed

Left-handed? Learn how to crochet the Lafayette Chic Shawl with ease. Follow the step-by-step video tutorial and create a beautiful crochet lace shawl.

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Pattern Tutorials

Blooming Granny Square (Crochet Stitch Sampler Baby Blanket Video #10)

Crochet the Blooming Granny Square Stitch Sampler Baby Blanket. Follow the video tutorial and create a beautiful and textured crochet blanket.

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Pattern Tutorials

Asymmetrical Knit Shawl Free Knit Pattern with It's a Wrap Yarn

Knit a beautiful asymmetrical shawl using the It's a Wrap yarn. Follow the video tutorial and enjoy creating a stylish and versatile accessory.

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Pattern Tutorials

Beginner Chunky Knit Cowl Tutorial

Learn how to knit a beginner-friendly chunky cowl with our video tutorial. Stay warm and stylish with this easy-to-follow knitting project.