Ever pull your favorite shirt out of the washer and dryer, only to realize you've completely ruined it? Yes, we've all been there. Now, imagine that happening to your crochet projects! Terrifying, we know! Yarn is a material just like your clothes, and each requires a specific maintenance...

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If you’ve ever wondered… How do I know what yarn to use for this project? What other fibers can I use for this project? How do I know which yarn fibers are interchangeable? Then, you should check out our Yarn Substitution Made Easy chat: Here, we cover 3 tips that will help you choose...

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Have you learned these stitches yet: Chain Single Crochet Half Double Crochet Double Crochet If you have learned these foundation stitches, then you're on your way to mastering any crochet stitch! That's right, any crochet stitch! See, in the most basic form, these stitches are the...

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When you first learned to cook, did you start with a Thanksgiving Dinner spread? No. And, if you were to teach someone to cook today, you would definitely start with a more basic approach, right? Right! This analogy is always the first thing I mention when explaining our Crochet...

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Whether you’re working with single crochet, half double crochet, or double crochet, working in joined rounds will leave a noticeable seam. And, sometimes these joined seams will create a very noticeable curve with every new round added. If you’re wondering why this happens, and would like...

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What is blocking? What should I block? How do I know what to block? What tools do I need to block? Great questions, crochet lovers! Blocking is vastly misunderstood, and rarely used in the crochet world. Knowing what questions to ask and arming yourself with some basic blocking knowledge...

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Have you noticed that crochet patterns are categorized by skill level? Easy, Beginner, Intermediate and Experienced. These categories are meant to show you what stitches and techniques are involved in a crochet pattern, so that you can determine what skills are needed to complete them. If...

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