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How to Learn the Entrelac Knit Technique: Beginner Tutorial

Welcome to the ninth entry in our ongoing series Learn a Stitch, Make a Cowl! Each month in 2015 we will teach you a new crochet or knit stitch.

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Glam Up Your Holidays

As I sat watching the leaves change colors each weekend this fall, I realized that Christmas would be here before I knew i …

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Cro-Shayley Makes a Dino Stripes Hat

Do you have kids, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews that love dinosaurs? Man my nephew, Chandler, sure does! He even know …

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October Featured Throw of the Month

Welcome to the October Featured Throw of the Month! This month we have the Fabulous Fall Throw made in Super Saver …

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Cro-Shayley Makes a Stadium Seat Cover

As I was reading through Bobbie Matela's, Back to School with Team Spirit blog post, I added a few of the free patterns to …

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Cro-Shayley Makes the Merry-Go-Round Teddy Bear

Need a big BEAR hug? Oh man, do I have the perfect, snuggly pattern for you! I had a few skeins of Red Heart Snuggle Bunny in my yarn stash and I was dying..

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Cordial Coasters for Friendly Get-Togethers

Cordial is a braided cord-like bulky weight yarn that's great for macrame but you can also use it to knit and crochet. Its sturdy durability makes it great to use in crochet patterns for the home.

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December Featured Throw of the Month

Welcome to the December Featured Throw of the Month! This month we have the Dancing Snowmen Throw made in Super Save …

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How to Learn the Entrelac Crochet Technique: Beginner Tutorial

Welcome to the eighth entry in our ongoing series Learn a Stitch, Make a Cowl! Each month in 2015 we will teach you a new crochet or knit stitch.

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Cro-Shayley Makes Twin Green Bay Mitts, Leg Warmers and Hats

It's getting rather cold now down here in North Carolina...I can't imagine what it's like in Green Bay, WI. My friend aske …

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June Featured Throw of the Month

Welcome to the June Featured Throw of the Month! This month we have the Lacy Floral Throw made in With Love yarn. Each month we will..

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How to Use Front and Back Post Treble Crochet Stitches to Create Crocheted Cables: Beginner Tutorial

Welcome to the twelfth and final entry in our ongoing series Learn a Stitch, Make a Cowl! Each month in 2015 we have been …