Thermal Single Crochet Stitch
By Pam Daley
This easy-to-do stitch is similar to the knitted ‘double stitch’ in that it creates a double layer of fabric as you work.
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How To Upcycle Clothes with Filet Crochet
By Kati Brown
Imagine this: you grab your favorite pair of jeans and discover there’s a huge rip in them – and not the kind that could pass for the on-trend distressed jeans either. What do you do? It’s time to toss them, right? The answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think.
Read MoreHow To Keep Crochet Edges Straight
Crocheting straight edges is one of the things most beginner crocheters struggle with, but thankfully there are many tips and tricks out there to help you achieve that nice straight edge. But why are straight edges on your crochet projects an important feature? It all comes down to the final presentation. Having straight edges on your piece will really make a difference in how it fits and looks, so it’s an important skill to master for the best results.
Read MoreHow To Prevent Pain While Crocheting: Self Care for the Avid Crocheter
Repetitive and calming, crocheting can be a very effective way to de-stress, wind down and soothe your soul after a hectic day. Over time, however, you may develop pains resulting from the very thing that is soothing about crochet, its repetitiveness. Unfortunately, pain is something that yarn crafters deal with from time to time. Repetitive motions in the hands and/or wrists can often cause cramping or sharp pains that make it hard to finish that big project! Luckily, a lot of pain can be avoided or alleviated with some basic adjustments to your form, posture and tools.
Read MorePink Crochet Heart Applique
Learn how to crochet this sweet little pink heart applique and you can start adding it to all kinds of crochet pieces! Perfect for Valentine’s Day and beyond, this heart will look great on bags, scarves, jackets and more.
Read MoreHow to Organize Your Yarn Stash in Three Easy Steps
Whether you have one or two balls of yarn for your current project or you’ve achieved SABLE (stash acquisition beyond life expectancy), organizing your yarn stash can be the difference between enjoying the yarn in your collection and being overwhelmed by it. But organizing doesn’t have to be difficult. Let’s start with a few basic
Read MoreHow To Crochet Faster: Tips for Speeding Up Crochet
Dear Carys,
Getting that project done as quickly as possible is always a great motivator, isn’t it? When I was just learning to crochet I would get frustrated with my speed too. Since then I’ve come up with some ways to really get things moving. While these techniques may not work for everyone, I find that when I try them with my students they do well.
Read MorePretty Crochet Heart Applique
Do you love crochet? Crochet this little heart and spread the love! This pattern is great for appliques on children’s sweaters, totes, Valentine’s gifts and more.
Read MoreHow to Weave in Yarn Ends
Finishing is something that most crocheters don’t take much time to think about, but it can really make or break a project. One important aspect that every crochet project includes is loose ends. There is nothing worse than spending hours on a project only to rush through the finishing and have ends sticking out.
Read MoreHow to Crochet the Shell Stitch
The shell stitch is a must-learn for every crocheter as it is one of the easiest ways to create a lace-like openwork fabric with crochet. The shell stitch probably gets it’s name from the shape of this stitch being similar to that of a scallop shell that you’d find on the beach. It’s fitting that, this stitch tends to make breezy and delicate designs that are perfect for letting that ocean air sweep you away.
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