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Pattern Tutorials

Little Red Riding Hood Cape

Based on the classic fairy tale, this Little Red Riding Hood Cape is the perfect crocheted costume accessory for dress up or Halloween!

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Pattern Tutorials

Shandeh’s Cushy Lace Wrap in Patons…

If you’ve been following our Facebook page, you may have noticed that I recently designed a knitted wrap, using Patons Beehive Baby Chunky yarn.

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Beyond Basics

Sewing on Sequin Trim

Sequin trims come in a variety of configurations—from a single line to wider bands. Most wider bands are best attached by …

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Tips and Tricks

How to Make Any Scarf a Super Scarf

Get your needles and hooks ready because Super Sized scarves are the hottest trend right now when it comes to winter accessories!

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Tips and Tricks

Customize Your Granny Super Scarf

Our designer Emily walks through how to customize your Granny Super Scarf with the endless color combinations of Caron Simply Soft!

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Tips and Tricks

9 Ways to Tie Your Super Scarf

Watch as we show you 9 ways to tie your super scarf! This trending fall accessory is great for layering and super cozy!

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Basics

Sewing Life Skills - Mending 101

"Dear College-Bound, Non-Sewing Friend, When you registered for your classes, did you choose Mending 101 as an elective? P …"

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Tips and Tricks

Stylish Ways to Wear Your Poncho!

A poncho can be a fashionable way to protect you from those cold fall days when sweater weather is upon us. While we love a good sweater…

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Tips and Tricks

Color Work: 4 Rules of Striping

Gayle, our Head Designer, shares 4 rules of striping and how to pick the perfect shades for our Knit Crew Neck Pullover.

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Pattern Tutorials

Simple Crochet Pencil Pouch

Hi, I am Sarah Zimmerman, the crochet designer behind the blog Repeat Crafter Me.  It is such a treat to be guest posting here at Yarnspirations again!

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Before You Begin

Loom Knitting: Beginners Basics

This article has everything you need to master loom knitting! Take a look at the video, and our step by step instructions. …

Beyond Basics

How To Sew A Rolled Hem On Your Serger