Hey everyone! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to make the pineapple cluster stitch. This stitch is also known as the popular puff stitch. Each cluster is made up of four half double crochets that are joined at the top by a chain stitch. For today’s tutorial, you will need […]
10 Favorite Crochet Patterns
As 2017 comes to an end, I thought I would share my 10 favorite crochet patterns with you. You can find all of these patterns by clicking the link in each section. They are in no particular order. I completed each pattern at least once, and they are my own opinions. It’s no surprise that […]
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How to Make the Diagonal Shell Stitch
Hey everyone! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to make the diagonal shell stitch. This stitch is an extension of the tulip stitch, which I showed you how to do last week. However, the diagonal shell stitch is a little more intricate as we’re adding more paired stitches into the […]
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Ribbed Winter Hat
Today I’ll be sharing my Ribbed Winter Hat pattern with you. Last week I reviewed Red Heart with Love, which is the yarn I used to make this hat. You can check out my review here. This hat is made working a single crochet into the back loops only, which forms a ridge. The end […]
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How to Make the Tulip Stitch
Hey everyone! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to make the tulip stitch. This stitch is made with clusters of double crochets that offset against each other. The tulip stitch is quick to work up as it only requires one repeat row. Suited for larger projects, such as blankets, the […]
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Red Heart with Love Yarn Review
Hey everyone! In today’s yarn review I’m going to review Red Heart with Love. This is the sister yarn to Red Heart Super Saver. Red Heart with Love can be found in stores and online at Joann Fabrics and Walmart.
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How to Make the Granule Stitch
Hey everyone! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to make the granule stitch. This stitch is a good preparation in understanding how bobbles are constructed. The granule stitch has a knobby texture to it, that’s made using the picot stitch. You are working additional chains into these picots as part […]
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350 Crochet Tips Book Review
Hey everyone! Today’s book review is on 350 Crochet Tips, Techniques, and Trade Secrets by Jan Eaton. My library purchased this book for our library collection, so when I noticed it, I knew I had to check it out! I’m always looking for different tips and tricks. Even though I’ve been crocheting for a number of […]
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How to Make the Blossom Stitch
Hey everyone! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to make the blossom stitch. This is another beautiful stitch that combines the “V” stitches and the chain stitches. You will need to know how to make chains, single crochets, and double crochets in order to complete the blossom stitch. The pattern […]
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Waffle Stitch Scarf Pattern
Today I’ll be sharing my Waffle Stitch Scarf Pattern with you. I fell in love with the waffle stitch, so I knew there were going to be more patterns using this stitch in the future. My most popular pattern using this stitch is my Waffle Blanket. You can view the pattern here. The waffle stitch […]
