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Working Crochet Motifs in Rounds

Left: Learn how to crochet the Camel Stitch. It's an easy stitch that gives the surface of your crochet a completely different look.

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Learn How to Make Knit Bobbles

The final part of an interview with Gina Rose Gallina about her crochet art. Learn what fuels her passion for making art out of yarn. Video produced by Global Image Creation

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Learn How to Read Multiples in Knit & Crochet Patterns

Learn how to read multiples in knit and crochet patterns. Understand pattern repeats and adjust accordingly.

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Learn How to Make Reverse Single Crochet

Learn how to make the Reverse Single Crochet stitch. Add a decorative edge to your crochet projects.

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Knitting in the Round

Learn some tips and tricks for making scarves and working with Red Heart Boutique Sashay, the most favorite ruffling scarf yarn.

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Crochet Increasing & Decreasing

Learn how to use circular needles when knitting larger pieces, such as an afghan, throw or the back of a sweater.

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Knitting with Double Pointed Needles

Double pointed knitting is easy once you know how.

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Knit Ribbing

Learn how to knit ribbing, which is a combination of knit and purl stitches to make a stretchy fabric.

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Learn Weaving in Ends - Knit

Learn how to weave in ends in knitting. Achieve a clean and polished finish to your knitted projects.

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Provisional Casting On

Provisional casting keeps stitches open for later treatment on finished projects.

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Adjustable Loop

Start with this flexible loop technique as the basis for your crochet projects made in the round.

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Learn Four Ways of Binding Off

Learn how to finger chain a Swerve Scarf and have something beautiful and bold! It's trendy to have bulky and vibrant coloured scarves right now.