Inside: Learn how to crochet the crossed cluster stitch with this free blanket square pattern in 2 sizes. Includes fully captioned tutorial videos for both right and left handed crocheters. I love learning new stitch patterns. There’s just something about flipping through a pattern book and one jumps out at you and you know you …
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Inside: Written instructions with tutorial video showing the crochet Faux Mistake Rib stitch pattern. Includes blanket square pattern in 2 sizes. As part of my Stitch of the Month, I showed the Seeded or Mistake Rib stitch for both needle and loom knitters. The challenge is finding a crochet stitch pattern that mimics the same …
Inside: Crochet Feather Cowl pattern including tips and video tutorial. Cozy up with a beautiful Feather Cowl this winter. The unique feather stitch pattern creates an elongated fan of stitches that nest together to create a lovely design. This cowl is fully reversible making it easy to add some length to convert it into an …
Inside: How to crochet the feather stitch pattern as a flat panel or in the round. Includes two methods for the foundation row. I love unique stitch patterns! When I crochet it’s exciting to discover a new stitch. Remember the first time you successfully made a bobble? It’s pretty satisfying when you see a picture …
Inside: Pattern instructions, tips and video tutorial for the crochet Mock Garter Stitch. “I don’t needle knit so how can I make the garter stitch using crochet?” I get questions like this all the time. The fact is you can’t convert a needle knit stitch to crochet. However, you can get creative and crochet something …
Inside: Learn how to crochet ribbing: 1 x 1 and 2 x 2 rib stitch patterns that look like knitting. See the written patterns and tutorial videos below. Hat brims, cuffs, blankets and more! Ribbing is the term we use for a stretchy knit fabric. Now you can create that same look and function on …
Inside: Answers the question “What is a turning chain in crochet?” plus shows a handy chart that tells you the number of turning chains needed for each crochet stitch. When you’re first learning to crochet sometimes the terminology can be confusing. You’ve heard the term turning chain, but not understand what it is and why …
Lesson 8: How to Crochet Corner to Corner (C2C) I am especially excited about this last How to Crochet lesson. Crochet corner to corner afghans look complex, but they are actually very easy to make. Using the basic stitches you’ve already learned you can make a square or rectangle in any size. From a washcloth or …
How to Crochet Granny Squares No beginner crochet class is complete without learning how to crochet granny squares. The granny square is as timeless as it is beautiful. It can be made in any size with any yarn to fit any style. I’ve included two styles of granny squares in this series. The classic granny …
Lesson 5: How to Crochet the Linen Stitch I love the crochet linen stitch! It’s perfect for a beginner stitch pattern because it only uses single crochets and chains, but still makes a lovely pattern. The linen stitch makes a dense fabric that is ideal for so many projects from dishcloths to scarves to tops. …