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How to Crochet a Circular Ball
Crocheting a simple ball is easier than it sounds. Try this free pattern to make a simple crocheted ball of about 4 or 5 inches in diameter.
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Basic Christmas Stocking Crochet Pattern
This very basic and simple stocking takes just a little over an hour to crochet / assemble. After the stocking is complete, it can then be decorated in any way desired.
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Crocheted Baby Booties Free Pattern
Practical, pretty or both, this pattern provides the crocheter with a bootie blueprint. No knitting is required, and it makes a perfect gift.
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Contributing Articles in Knitting & Crochet
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Knitting on a Budget
For those on a tight budget, often the first thing to go are the little things people do for themselves. But it doesn't have to be that way!
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How to Use Double Pointed Needles
With the following step-by-step instructions and a little practice, beginning knitters can learn to cast on and knit using double pointed needles.
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Knitting Vegan
Learn what a synthetic fiber is made from, and what the benefits are from using them.
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Knitting Gifts That will be Appreciated
For a knitter, one of the greatest joys of creation is seeing the happiness and gratitude of the recipient. It can be very dissapointing when a gift isn't appreciated.
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Learn to Crochet
Learning to crochet can be a fun and challenging process for beginners. Approaching the process with the right tools in place can provide learners with a success.
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How to Knit for Charity
Many organizations will gladly accept knitted projects ranging from blankets to hats to scarves. Use up scrap yarn and knit for a stranger in need.
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The Popcorn Stitch
The popcorn stitch can be added to many crochet patterns to add texture, interest and decoration.
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How to Crochet Jewelry
The basic elements of this free crochet pattern can be adapted to create many types of wire jewelry such as rings, bracelets and chokers.
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How to Make Fringe for a Scarf
Learn the easiest way add fringe to a knit or crochet scarf. Making fringe takes only a few minutes and can be used to embellish a variety of knitted items.
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Online Resources for Beginning Knitters
There's a plethora of websites, blogs, video tutorials and online forums to help beginning knitters. Discover the best online resources for crafters learning how to knit.
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Fondling Knitting Fibers
Looks aren't everything. The texture of a yarn can speak as loudly as its color. This is a yarn shopper's guide to choosing knitting and crocheting yarn by hand.
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Simple Holiday Gifts to Crochet or Knit
Sometimes the best gift is one that's homemade. If you crochet or knit there are many different gifts that are simple, besides fun to make that can be done quickly.
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