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)
Look at that girl! Do you see that obsessed look in her eyes? THAT is someone who loves yarn. I appreciate yarn for every reason there is. I love cheap yarn, expensive yarn; the soft, the gritty; bulky and fine weights; yarn I spun myself and decades-old yarn stashed in storage. I love it all. Cheap yarn:… Continue reading Do you Dream in Color? In Yarn Color that is…
In case you haven't caught on, I'll just tell you straight up - I love teaching crochet. And I will admit - I love getting paid... cuz I do love eating, heating my home, and... wait, who am I kidding? I pretty much get paid in yarn! But way above and beyond the practical payback, I LOVE… Continue reading Psst… Crochet. Pass it on.
Yes. This is the yarn that attacked me. But I won, remember? I saw this yarn at the Dancing Sheep and knew I had to have it. If you don't love Malabrigo yarn, it just means you need to be introduced. They know how to spin wool. It's incredible stuff to work with, and it… Continue reading Creating a Handkerchief Scarf in Lovely Malabrigo Wool
I feel the need to confess something. I don't believe in weaving in ends of yarn to complete a project. I believe in tying. I know – I'm a rebel. How many times have you had a crocheted or knit blanket come out of the dryer with antenna? Or multiple antennae? I know it's proper… Continue reading Tutorial: Finish Off and Tie
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