Okay people. Let’s talk babies. They are cute, snuggly, and give new hope to a weary world. Yes, they also can be smelly, messy, and make a mother weary. But seriously, crocheting a gift for a new baby is the best. Here are three good reasons crocheted baby items are wonderful: babies are amazing (for all the aforementioned… Continue reading Featured Free Patterns: Baby Blankets by Oombawka Design and Elisabeth Andree.
A double crochet (dc) stitch is twice as tall as a single crochet. It's a beginner stitch and very important to learn. It's a wonderful stitch to use when you want to add height quickly to a project. Our bamboo infinity scarf (pictured) is made entirely of dc stitches, our cowl hat uses a combination of stitches… Continue reading Tutorial: Double Crochet (dc)
Cowl hats are a wonderful and versatile project. In this tutorial we will demonstrate how to make a releasable cinch using ribbon. This method hides the ribbon when worn as a cowl and shows it off when worn as a hat. 1. First ribbon row: in the last row weave ribbon over and under 1 stitch every 10… Continue reading Tutorial: Making a Releasable Cinch for the Cowl Hat
The height of the half double crochet (hdc) stitch is between a single crochet (sc) and a double crochet (dc). It is bulkier than other stitches so it takes up more yarn. But it is also quicker to work the hdc than a dc. It is one of my favorite stitches to work - it gives any… Continue reading Tutorial: Half Double Crochet (hdc)
The double crochet (dc) is a great stitch to quickly add height to a row. One dc row usually equals two single crochet rows. Need help getting started? Click on the tutorial you need: [hook hold, cast on and chain] [single crochet in chain] [single crochet] [counting stitches] How to make a dc stitch: 1. Yarn over hook (yoh). Always… Continue reading Tutorial: Double Crochet (dc)
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