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Kristen Mangus

Kristen is a multi-talented entrepreneur with a heart as big as Texas. She is the owner of GoodKnit Kisses whose mission is to inspire, encourage and empower people through education and design. She’s built a large and loyal online community of followers by sharing her personal passion for loom knitting, needle knitting, crochet and all things creative through YouTube tutorials, Facebook live broadcasts, blogs and pattern design. Her vision is to leave an inspired crafting world for future generations that continues to teach and reach others. She and her husband, John, have three amazing kids.

Inside: Free pattern for the loom knit Eyelet Bag. Includes written instructions, diagrams and tutorial videos for both right and left handed loom knitters. Get ready to go with my loom knit Eyelet Bag!  This soft and airy shoulder bag uses 13 C2C Eyelet Squares pieced together along with stylish braided handles that are comfortable …

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Inside: Learn how to needle knit an I-cord Braided Handle for your next bag project. Includes written instuctions and tutorial videos for left and right handed knitters. Knit a strong, beautiful handle for your next market bag or purse project.  This easy pattern makes a sturdy strap that feels comfortable on your shoulder so you …

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Inside: Loom knit I-cord Braided Handle instructions and tutorial videos for left and right handed loom knitters. I absolutely love the look of loom knit purse or bag! But those straps! Most bag patterns have garter stitch or i-cord handles. And I just do not like either of those! Garter stitch panels have too much …

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Inside: Free pattern for the loom knit C2C Eyelet Square including written instructions and fully-captioned tutorial videos. This light and lacy C2C Eyelet Square adds a decorative design to the classic Grandma’s Favorite Dishcloth pattern.  This easy corner to corner knit pattern includes evenly spaced eyelets throughout the center. This is a great design to …

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Inside: Full pattern for the needle knit C2C Eyelet Square including row instructions and links to fully captioned tutorial videos for left and right handed knitters. This light and lacy C2C Eyelet Square adds a decorative design to the classic Grandma’s Favorite Dishcloth pattern.  This easy corner to corner knit pattern features a garter border …

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Inside: Free pattern for the loom knit Twisted Brioche Cowl including detailed instructions and tutorial videos for both right and left handed loom knitters. Show off your style in the Twisted Brioche Cowl. Made to match with our Twisted Brioche Slouchy Tam, this two-color cowl uses a cable twist brioche stitch to create the dense, …

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Inside: Crochet Sunflower Bag free pattern includes detailed written instructions for each component, schematics, photos, and tutorial videos showing the Sunflower square, layout, seaming, edging, handles, and optional fabric lining and pocket. Tutorial videos are available for both right and left handed crocheters. Carry your garden with you! The light and lacy crochet Sunflower Bag …

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Insdie: Free crochet Sunflower Square pattern that includes written instructions and step-by-step tutorial videos for both right and left handed crocheters. Direct your hook to the sunny side of the street!  This easy blanket square begins in the center with a sunflower encircled with vines and finishes with a lacy scalloped edge. The pattern uses …

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Inside: Free pattern for the crochet Lacy Runner. Includes written instructions for 5 sizes and tutorial videos showing the lace stitch pattern. Crochet your way to beautiful home! The Lacy Runner adds a touch of simple elegance to your table.  This table runner uses a medium-weight, mercerized cotton yarn that washes well and shows off …

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Inside: Free crochet Lacy Placemat pattern including written instructions and tutorial videos for right and left handed crocheters. The Lacy Placemat creates the perfect background for your elegant table settings.  Whether you are hosting a family holiday or just having a friend over for coffee, your table will look beautiful.  This crochet placemat uses a …

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