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"crochet question" cover image
May 11, 2012

hi everyone, i have been teaching myself to crochet for a while now but when i come accros something i dont understand i get discouraged...im using a book n it says that this is an easy pattern.  it t ...

"Help on a crochet stitch?" cover image
Jul 22, 2011

Hi, I need help with a crochet stitch, on my pattern it says: 2nd Rnd. 2ch, 1 tr into same tr on which 2ch stands,  - I am not sure what this means so am hoping someone can help me, thanks in advance ...

"Recycle from Clothing" cover image
Dec 27, 2010

If you have old clothing that is going to be thrown away, check it thoroughly to see what you can recycle. Save the buttons. They work well for eyes or decorations on your crochet projects. Pockets a ...

"Similar Crochet Techniques - Different Name, Different Purpose -Crochet Decrease vs. Crochet Cluster" cover image
Dec 10, 2010

The crochet decrease may be similar or the same as a cluster of stitches.  Keep in mind that you can decrease by skipping stitches as well, but with this tip we are addressing the stitches joined at t ...

"SlipKnot and Incorrect Foundation Chain Count" cover image
Dec 1, 2010

When I learned to crochet, I was taught that a slip knot was added to the crochet hook as a crochet technique alone. After that, you made a specific number of chains. I have never counted the slip kno ...

"The Right side of a Crochet Piece" cover image
Nov 22, 2010

From time to time you may come across crochet instructions telling you to have the "right side of the work facing you." Right side means, the side facing out after your project is finished. If you lik ...

"Granny Square - To Turn or not to Turn" cover image
Nov 22, 2010

You may find that granny squares lean or curve around when you are making the square. When I make my granny squares, I just keep going in the same direction without turning. You can turn if you want t ...