Category: Knitting and crochet
Learn to crochet. Learn to knit. Knitting and crochet patterns and tutorials. Find the best yarns to use for your crochet and knitting projects.
Yarn weight and why it matters
How to measure your yarn’s thickness and match it with the required tension. In this blog post I’m talking all things yarn weight and why it matters. Knitting or crocheting with whatever yarn you have to hand may be an option for you if you just want to make something without a pattern but that…
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Single Crochet Rib Tutorial
Learn to crochet the knit-like rib stitch.
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The Betwixt Crochet Cowl: A Simple Crochet Neck Warmer Pattern.
A simple crochet neck warmer for crochet beginners.
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Easy baby crochet cardigan: Lovechunk sweater.
The Lovechunk sweater is a baby crochet cardigan pattern using worsted weight yarn. This ensures a quick, satisfying gift! If you’re in need of a quick, easy make to give to a new baby, try the Lovechunk baby sweater. Not only is it made using aran weight yarn for a quicker project but it is…
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How to make T-shirt yarn. DIY T shirt yarn tutorial.
Here’s how to make your own t shirt yarn from fabrics you may want to recycle instead of throwing out. I first decided to use up some t shirt yarn when my lovely dog accidentally walked some poo into the house, smeared it onto the sheepskin rug and then lay on it for extra measure.…
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Perfect cotton yarns to crochet and knit with this summer.
Want to crochet or knit something cute for summer but you’re not sure which yarns to work with? In this guide I’ll show you what’s on offer when it comes to cotton. Here is my selection of cotton yarns that are perfect for your spring and summer projects. This blog post does contain affiliate links.…
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Starburst Cardigan. Chunky crochet cardigan pattern.
This is a free crochet pattern for a chunky, multi-coloured cardigan. You can either use this free version with ads, or the pattern is also available here with no ads. The main feature of this crochet cardigan pattern is the bobble stitch. This is a fun stitch that will be a breeze to make as…
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Free crochet stitch guide for beginners.
Want to learn to crochet but you’re not sure what the stitches are? Or maybe you’re not sure what stitch you should start with as a beginner. In this post I’ve shared my crochet stitch guide for absolute beginners. My students swear by this pattern. I hope it’ll be handy for you, too! If you’d…
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How to stop your crochet from getting smaller.
Find out why your crochet seems to be shrinking with this helpful explanation of why shrinkage happens in the first place. You can usually fix this common crochet problem. Find out how here.
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How to block granny squares. Step by step crochet tutorial for beginners.
Have you made your granny squares, but you’re not sure how to block granny squares? In this post, I will show you how I block mine. You’ve seen them around: absolutely beautiful crochet blankets that lay flat effortlessly. If you’re using a natural fibre to crochet granny squares such as wool or cotton, you will…
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