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  How to Crochet: Surface Crochet Technique (Surface Slip Stitch)

  Have you ever wanted to add a monogram to a garment, an abstract design to a handbag, or plaid…have you ever wanted to create a plaid design? I did…several...

  • February 24, 2015
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  How to Crochet: Broomstick Lace Tutorial & Free Pattern

  The broomstick lace stitch was developed in the 19th century using none other than a broomstick! Nowadays, a large knitting needle, wooden dowel, or another long slender item is...

  • February 20, 2015
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  How to Crochet: Color Change Tutorial

  I’m not sure where I first saw this technique. It was sometime when I had first started crocheting and it became such a habit of mine that I actually...

  • February 20, 2015
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  Wendy’s Weekly Pattern Picks ~ Houndstooth Style!

  My inspiration for this week’s edition of Wendy’s Weekly Pattern Picks,  is credited to my darling daughter-in-law! She came home with two pairs of hounds-tooth patterned trousers – traditional...

  • February 20, 2015
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  How to Tie Your Scarf

  Alessandra Hayden  |  Just Be Happy Patterns A scarf is a great way to complete an outfit! You can play up a basic tee and a pair of jeans...

  • February 20, 2015
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  The Heritage Heartcraft Method for Staying on Task

  I have been using this method of staying on task for so long it has become second nature to me. I often get asked about it though, so I thought...

  • February 19, 2015
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  Crochet Tip: Adding Embellishments Made Easy

  We’ve all made them, sold them or bought them…hats and headbands with button on flowers. I personally love these. They remind me of these cool sneakers I had growing...

  • February 19, 2015
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  DTR (Double Treble Crochet Stitch) Tutorial

  I love learning new crochet stitches and each week I am going to bring a new one to you, you may know the stitch or it may be one...

  • February 14, 2015
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  How to Crochet: Invisible Join (2 Techniques)

  Do you have a touch of OCD (Obsessive Crochet Disorder) like I do? Does the appearance of an “unsightly bump” (see photo below), caused from joining a round, annoy...

  • February 11, 2015
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  How do you join and weave yarn tails in?

    I am very much in love with Overlay Crochet. I continue to design new interior decorations using it. Overlay Crochet in my opinion gives endless possibilities of drawing...

  • February 11, 2015
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