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Pattern Tutorials

EZ Criss-Cross Cowl Tutorial

Learn how to make a soft and plush cowl using a criss-cross stitch.

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Pattern Tutorials

Bernat Alize EZ Scarf Tutorial

Learn how to quickly work up a soft and plush scarf using Bernat Alize Blanket-EZ.

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Pattern Tutorials

EZ Spaced Garter Ridge Blanket Tutorial

Knit a plush and soft blanket using Bernat Alize Blanket-EZ, no tools required!

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Beyond Basics

Freeform Crochet Tips for Beginners

Freeform crochet is a wonderful expression of your own creativity achieved through fiber. It is often called "painting wit …

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Beyond Basics

EZ Knitting: How to Cable Stitch

Cast off with Bernat Alize Blanket EZ is made simple and is referred to as bind off.

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Beyond Basics

EZ Knitting: How to Do the Criss Cross Stitch

Kick your Bernat Alize Blanket-EZ knitting skills up a notch with the criss cross stitch.

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Beyond Basics

EZ Knitting: How to Do the Twisted Garter Stitch

The Twisted garter stitch is a adds a little extra oomph to your EZ-knitting projects.

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Before You Begin

EZ Knitting: How to Cast On

Casting on is the often the first step in creating an EZ-knitting project.

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Basics

10 Stitches to Build Your Hand Embroidery Skills

Nothing quite matches the beauty of a hand-embroidered object. Here are 10 fabulous feather stitches to get you started.

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Basics

Project 3 - Sew Easy Sun Visor

The Sew Easy Sun Visor is easy to make and fun to coordinate with summer outfits. It’s reversible too! This project features convex and concave curves. Gentle guidance is necessary to navigate these curves.

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Basics

EZ Knitting: How to Do A Garter Stitch

The garter stitch is a foundational stitch that produces a flat, reversible EZ-knitted fabric.

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Basics

EZ Knitting: How to Fix Mistakes

Knit the EZ Spaced Garter Ridge Blanket with our tutorial. Add texture and warmth to your home decor with this cozy blanket.