Author: Hanna Gough
Crochet Myths
Here I will debunk several crochet myths and misunderstandings that I have encountered on social media. 1. Crochet is just like knitting but with one needle. Lies. It is a completely different craft. Firstly, crochet requires a hook, not a needle. The hook is used to pull loops through chains. Do not let anyone mansplain crochet…
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A brief history of crochet
A brief history exploring where crochet came from and what impact it had on our DIY fashion trends.
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The Breeze Crochet Cardigan. Simple V stitch crochet cardigan in worsted weight yarn.
Here’s a free pattern for a worsted weight crochet cardigan. Crochet the Breeze cardigan in a few hours thanks to the breezy V stitch!
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Patterns that combine knitting with crochet: the Jewel Hat Pattern
The Jewel hat falls under the categories of both knitting and crochet as it contains both techniques and it really does have the best of both worlds. You can mix crochet and knitting with the Jewel hat pattern and crochet this slouchy beanie with a crochet body and knit brim. Get the best of both…
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How to create crochet fabric that drapes.
In this post, I’ll be talking about drape in crochet and how you can make a few simple tweaks to ensure your crochet fabric hangs as you want it to. You may have heard that crochet fabric doesn’t look as good as knit fabric. Did you know that it can? Here I will explain how…
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Crochet Shawl Pattern: The Daphne Shawl.
Learn how to make this elegant, openwork shawl. This is a free crochet pattern for a half-circle shawl. It’s an intermediate pattern.
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There’s more to crochet than granny squares but it’s a good place to start
It’s a common misconception that crafters make to think that crochet is only about granny squares and anything that vaguely resembles a granny square. That’s not true. There is so much more to crochet than granny squares but it is a good place to start and I will tell you why in this post. What…
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Flock socks knitting pattern. Cuff down sock knitting pattern.
Free knitting pattern for textured, butterfly ‘flock’ socks knit from the cuff down.
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Cuddle and play crochet cat blanket kit. Crochet kits for baby gifts.
This article highlights the crochet cat blanket kit by Dreamy Wool. Crochet kits for baby gifts have everything you need for that special, handmade gift. Whether you are more of an avid amigurumi creator or a blanket connoisseur, these crochet cat kits combine both of those things to give you a toy that unravels to…
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Free Beginner Granny Square Blanket Pattern
Crochet this beginner granny square blanket with a soft DK yarn for extra cosiness. I’ve used Cygnet Pure Wool Superwash DK for my granny square blanket as it is soft, durable and feels lovely in a blanket. In this article, I will guide you through making your first ever crochet blanket! Please note that I am…
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