In this exciting tutorial, you’ll learn how to create the striking spike cluster stitch. Use this stitch as a strong accent in a variety of projects from purses to gloves to sweaters!
View ProjectIn this exciting tutorial, you’ll learn how to create the striking spike cluster stitch. Use this stitch as a strong accent in a variety of projects from purses to gloves to sweaters!
View ProjectCrossed cables appear very frequently in knitting, but luckily there is a way to replicate the stitches and have them appear in your crochet work. All you’ll need for this technique is a very flexible yarn, since you’ll be moving it to get under and around stitches, knowledge of the front post and back post
View ProjectFrom the June 2019 issue
I taught myself to crochet as a 21-year old hippie living on a houseboat in Amsterdam. Having not picked up a hook in decades, I revisited crochet in 2003. The intervening years were filled with my training and subsequent career as a professional singer. By the early aughts, when my performing life was winding down and I felt the need for a creative outlet, the hook called to me again.
View ProjectFrom the February 2017 issue
Flowers in 3D work so well in this super squishy yarn! This statement piece can be worn many ways — closer to the neck for a marvelous bouquet to frame your face, or wrapped around one or both shoulders.
View ProjectFrom the February 2017 issue
This cozy cardigan is worked top down in Tunisian knit stitch and Tunisian double crochet. People will never believe you when you say you crocheted this cardigan! Get the look of knitted fabric without ever picking up a knitting needle, using this incredible technique.
View ProjectFrom the October 2016 issue
This warm and cozy sweater for everyday wear features mock cables that are created using crossed treble stitches. Challenge yourself with this stylish garment that will bring in plenty of compliments.
View ProjectFrom the October 2016 issue
This cowl features an unusual and eye-catching two-row stitch: a shell made on an angle dotted with puffs. It’s dimensional, lacy, and it’s one of those stitches that looks harder than it is. Plus, it feels and looks luxurious around the neck!
View ProjectFrom the August 2016 issue
This versatile top is made with basic stitches. Wear it with your favorite maxi skirt or crochet a few more rounds to wear it with leggings in the summer.
View ProjectFrom the April 2016 issue
Lacy motifs make a romantic statement in this one-skein wrap. Motifs of different sizes create a wrap that hugs the shoulders and gives ample room for the upper arms. The floral motifs are connected by eight-pointed stars while open joins create lovely fluidity in the fabric.
View ProjectFrom the April 2016 issue
This springtime potpourri cowl uses a pretty cable-like stitch and is a great project for using scrap yarns. This cowl can easily be made longer as needed, whether you want it to hang loosely around the neck or want something to wrap double for more warmth.
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