Just like it sounds, this stitch looks like a woven basket! It’s great for blankets, scarves, shawls and even plant cozies! (Disclaimer: as an Amazon affiliate, I may earn a small commission, at no charge to you, on purchases made through recommended links here.) Let’s get started! Stitches used: Double Crochet (dc) Front Post Double… Continue reading Learn to Crochet the Basketweave Stitch; Perfect for Blankets!
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Crochet this Chunky Textured Pillow Cover: Free Pattern and Video Tutorial #3 of 3!
So fast and easy! (Disclaimer: as an Amazon affiliate, I may earn a small commission, at no charge to you, on purchases made through recommended links here.) 20” square pillow form Bernat Softee Chunky super bulky 6 weight yarn, Black 10 mm hook darning needle Scissors Three 1” buttons Ch 37 Row 1: Hdc into… Continue reading Crochet this Chunky Textured Pillow Cover: Free Pattern and Video Tutorial #3 of 3!
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Learn to Crochet a Single Crochet Back Loop Only Ribbed Border: Including Corners!
I love this stretchy border for hats, blankets and sweaters. It’s especially perfect for baby blankets. Watch my video tutorial and you’ll be making borders in no time! Disclaimer: as an Amazon affiliate, I may make a small commission on recommended items purchased through a link here at no extra cost to you. My favorite… Continue reading Learn to Crochet a Single Crochet Back Loop Only Ribbed Border: Including Corners!
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Crochet a Front Post and Back Post Double Crochet Border.
This is a perfect border for sweaters, blankets and hats. It’s stretchy and comfy! Learn how to make rounded corners, too! Disclaimer: as an Amazon affiliate, I may get a small commission on recommended items ordered through links here, at no extra cost to you. My favorite yarn: Bernat Forever Fleece, it’s so soft! Larger… Continue reading Crochet a Front Post and Back Post Double Crochet Border.
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Crochet this Handy Buttoned Pouch from a Chunky Flat Granny Square! Free Pattern and Video Tutorial.
Crochet this Handy Buttoned Pouch from a Chunky Flat Granny Square! Free Pattern and Video Tutorial.
Make this super easy, chunky granny square and turn it into a handy buttoned pouch. (Disclaimer: as an Amazon affiliate, I may get a small commission for purchases made through recommended links here, at no extra cost to you.) Whether you make it for yourself to hold lip gloss, credit cards, tissues, etc.; for a… Continue reading Crochet this Handy Buttoned Pouch from a Chunky Flat Granny Square! Free Pattern and Video Tutorial.
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Crochet this Easy Chunky Textured Pillow Cover: #2 of 3
Free Pattern and Video Tutorial Disclaimer: as an Amazon affiliate, I may make a small commission from purchases made through recommended links, at no extra charge to you. 12” x 20” pillow form Bernat Softee Chunky super bulky 6 weight yarn, Natural 10 mm hook Darning needle (I decided to go with a lumbar (rectangular)… Continue reading Crochet this Easy Chunky Textured Pillow Cover: #2 of 3
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Crochet this Chunky, Textured Pillow Cover: #1 of 3: Free patterns and video tutorials!
Coordinate these pillows with the chunky, textured 3 color blanket. Pillow Cover # 1 Materials I used: A 20” square pillow form The pillow form should be bigger than the cover so it will look nice and full. Bernat Softee Chunky Super Bulky 6 weight yarn, Teal One skein is 431 yards, 400 grams, I… Continue reading Crochet this Chunky, Textured Pillow Cover: #1 of 3: Free patterns and video tutorials!
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Using Inexpensive Makeup Sponges to Make Crochet Hooks More Comfortable
Are Crochet Hooks Hard for You to Use for Long Periods of Time? Try Using Makeup Sponges to Help You Crochet Comfortably. While I can usually crochet for long periods of time with hooks that are 4mm and larger, arthritis makes it difficult for me to comfortably use smaller hooks. I enjoy trying lots of… Continue reading Using Inexpensive Makeup Sponges to Make Crochet Hooks More Comfortable
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Crochet a Beautiful Knit-Look Baby Blanket by Combining Tunisian and Standard Crochet Techniques!
You can make this beautiful baby blanket that looks and feels like knit, but made with both Tunisian and standard crochet hooks! I created the pattern for this beautiful two tone Tunisian knit-look crochet baby blanket because I wanted the look of a knit blanket, but I don’t knit. I find that the Tunisian knit stitch… Continue reading Crochet a Beautiful Knit-Look Baby Blanket by Combining Tunisian and Standard Crochet Techniques!
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Learn to Crochet: Basic Stitches
Let me help you learn the basics of crochet. To begin, you’ll need to know how to make a slip knot and a chain. https://youtu.be/s7v60HXhMe8?si=F4oOSJtaDRI7jnyE Next, it’s good to know how to make a single crochet (sc). I prefer to start all of my projects with crocheting into the back bump of the chain. See… Continue reading Learn to Crochet: Basic Stitches
