Crochet Color Pooling CHEATS!

After spending countless hours working on intentional crochet color pooling last week, I figured out a couple little tension tricks to make things simpler.  Because I know my tension isn’t always perfect….and I want my planned color pooling perfect regardless!  This color pooling cheats/tips video features the crochet moss stitch and the argyle color pooling

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Crochet Smock Stitch Tutorial

When writing my patterns up in both a crochet and a knit version, I can sometimes run across a challenge.  Transferring stitches from one to the other doesn’t always work, and can take some creativity on my part. This was exactly the trouble I had when I decided to write up a Smock Stitch Beanie

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Six Stitch Crochet Cable ~ In the Round

Cables are gorgeous design elements that add a bit of elegance to any project.  Though they seem very complex, and can be slightly intimidating to the beginning crocheter, they’re actually not nearly as hard as they look.  Beware though!  Cables are very addictive….once you learn, you’ll be absolutely hooked! Check out this photo tutorial on

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How to do Back Post Double Crochet Stitch

The Back Post Double Crochet Stitch is a very useful stitch.  It can be used to create the ribbed effect at the bottom of a hat or the end of a sleeve, or, if stacked one on top of the next, it can create a really neat texture. Check out this photo tutorial on how

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How to do the Front Post Double Crochet Stitch

The Front Post Double Crochet Stitch is one of my personal favorites!  It can be used for a wide variety of purposes including creating the ribbed look at the bottom of a hat or the cuff of a sleeve.  This stitch also stacks perfectly on top of itself, which makes it a great stitch to use

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Crochet Tutorial: Moss Stitch

The crochet Moss Stitch, also known as the Granite Stitch, is a super easy and fun stitch technique that produces a gorgeous texture.  Since it’s made up solely of Single Crochet Stitches and Chains, it’s an easy pattern for any beginner to master, but also fun for the more experienced crocheter. Check out the Crochet

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How to Make a Pom Pom

Because Pom Poms are simply such awesome knit or crochet project embellishments, I’ve really come to love a good old yarn puff.  Don’t know how to make a pom pom yet?  Don’t worry!  You’re not alone. I’ve had crafters who have been knitting or crocheting for years come to me asking if I use a pom-pom

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Tips For Working With Two Colors

I’ve had a lot of questions recently about working with two colors when knitting or crocheting.  So I’ve decided to make a video on the best way to do color-work, along with tips on how to keep your yarn from tangling as you work.   Color-work can be really frustrating if you’re dealing with tangled

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