4 Row Textured Crochet Stitch Tutorial – Serenity CAL

I believe all crocheters love to learn new stitch combinations especially when you can create a gorgeous texture. This blog post is all about that, but there is also a fun "bonus" to it. It is part of the Serenity Blanket Crochet Along which is a collaboration of 12 designers.…

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Changing Colors: Take the work out of colorwork.

Over the last several years I have designed numerous crochet graph blankets that use a unique crochet stitch. These designs are so fun and unique and have become very popular to make. Each pattern includes photo tutorials for the stitches and color changes, but I still receive many questions that…

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Quick & Easy One Row Crochet Border

Have you ever worked on a crochet project and was done and thought to yourself, "it needs a little something more, maybe a border"? At this crossroad, you decide to search for something fun, quick and nice looking that will complete your projects in a perfect way. Well, I may…

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Vertically Stacked Puff Crochet Stitch Tutorial

Crochet puff stitches are very popular because they create a texture and provide a cozy look to your project. It is such a popular stitch that is found in numerous crochet patterns ranging from home decor, garments to wearables. Often, puff stitches are nestled between the puff stitches of the…

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Striped Linen Square – A Free crochet tutorial

If you've been following me and my designs, you know that I am a little obsessed with designing blankets. I also have a passion for hosting crochet along's. I just love having the chance to teach fellow crocheters something new. Then seeing them finish projects in a group setting. So,…

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Sew on an Applique with a No Show Back

Appliques can add a fun and personal touch to anything crochet. However, many crafters avoid making appliques because sewing them on can be intimidating, some may even say, a bit scary. In this blog post I will show you how to sew on an applique in a professional way that…

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Blocking Crochet Pieces – Why, When & How

The moment you finish a crochet project is one of life's simple joys. You weave in the last end, set down your hook, yarn and scissors and lay out your masterpiece to check it out - and WAIT - it doesn't look quite as nice as you had hoped, what…

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