By Olivia Kent
From the February 2019 issue
Just like clockwork, when Spring rolls around so does an array of beautiful flowers! The puff stitches in this design resemble whimsical little lilacs, making this stitch the perfect addition to your repertoire as you enjoy crocheting lightweight shawls and scarves during the warmer months! This in-depth tutorial is there to help every crochet newbie who would like to tackle the “Spring Lilac Headband” pattern.
View ProjectFrom the April 2018 issue
Want to make the Lavender bunnies? Wendy is here to give you some tips and tricks to making your pair perfect just in time for spring!
View ProjectFrom the February 2018 issue
To complete the fabulous Pineapple Tunisian Pillow, you’ll need to master the 6-stitch right cable. This technique, demonstrated in the photos below, will achieve the most stunning “knit” like cables!
6-stitch right cable (C6B)
Tks the first 3 sts.
Slip these 3 sts on a cable needle, hold to back of work.
Tks next 3 sts, place sts on
View ProjectBy Heidi Gustad
From the October 2017 issue
Ch 25 (multiple 6 sts +1)
Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across. (24 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, *sk next 2 sc, 7 dc in next st, sk next 2 sts, sc in next st; rep from * around, join with sl st. Change to MC, turn.
Rnd 3: Ch
View ProjectFrom the August 2017 issue
1. Make magic ring.
Rnd 1:
2. Ch 3.
3. Work 15 dc in ring.
4. Sl st in sp between ch-3 at start of rnd and first dc.
5. Pull magic ring tight.
Rnd 2:
6. Ch 3 and dc in same sp as join.
7. *Dc in next 2 sp (sp refers to the sp between 2 dc), 2 dc in
View ProjectFrom the April 2017 issue
Complete the first four rows of the Festive Fourth of July Shawl pattern for your foundation. Then follow this stitch school article for a visual step-by-step of completing the stitch.
Row 1 (RS): Dc in 4th ch from hook, ch 1, tr in same ch, tr in next ch, turn.
Row 2 (WS): Ch 4 (counts as
View ProjectBy Olivia Kent
From the April 2017 issue
Just like clockwork, when Spring rolls around so does an array of beautiful flowers! The puff stitches in this design resemble whimsical little lilacs, making this stitch the perfect addition to your repertoire as you enjoy crocheting lightweight shawls and scarves during the warmer months! This in-depth tutorial is there to help every crochet newbie who would like to tackle the “Spring Lilac Headband” pattern.
View ProjectFrom the Too Cool for Stitch School: Magic Loop issue
To make the Winter Gerbera Flower Pillow, you’ll need to learn how to create the magic loop. Plus, this is a great technique to learn for so many other crochet projects. Try it out by following this photo tutorial and then try the pillow!
To begin, lay yarn over the fingers of your non-dominate hand.
Bring the
View ProjectFrom the December 2016 issue
The star stitch is a magical stitch to learn this December. The pinwheel-like design resembles a snowflake, and adding this to your repertoire will give you a chance to tackle the Up North Star Stitch Cap.
To work the first Star Stitch in the round
Ch 2, draw up a loop in the 2nd ch from hook,
View ProjectFrom the August 2016 issue
There are times in warm weather when you just need a little something around the shoulders to counteract those lazy summer breezes.
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