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Be-pommed: Arm Knit I-cord Scarf

Who doesn’t love a good pompom? Seriously, it’s hard not to smile when you see one. That’s especially the case with Bernat Faux Fur Pompom

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Quickest Gift: Arm Knit Eternity Scarf

Here we are in mid-December. How. Did. This. Happen? Next week is the last full school and work week for most people who celebrate Christmas.

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Convert a Rectangular Shawl into a Shrug by Guest Blogger Joan Barnett

I’m always hunting for a layering piece to keep me warm. So I made a beautiful rust rectangular shawl that converts into a vest, but what I really needed it to be to wear with my summer top is a shrug. Susan Bates mini knit clips to the rescue!

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Party Sweater for the Holidays

I saw this knitted Party Sweater pattern and thought how pretty it would be for the Christmas holidays. I am going to knit a medium..

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Cro-Shayley Teaches Her Nieces How to Hand-Chain

Need a fun craft project for little girls? Three words: Hand Chain Scarf! This project can be complete in minutes and you don't even..

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Kissing Ball May Improve Your Health

Seems that Santa kissing mama under the mistletoe was a very healthy thing to do. I just read that kissing helps reduce blood..

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Ribbed Slit Shawl Knitting Pattern Tips

Over the past several months I've worked on the Ribbed Slit Shawl (LW2438) in Super Soft as my lunch break project...

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Love the Project, Make it Your Own! By Guest Blogger Donna Stinson

When I see a project that I feel like making the first thing that I think about is what color would look good in my house or for the person I may give it to.

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Crocheting a Ruffle Rose Pillow

I recently moved and didn't have enough throw pillows, so I decided to make my own! I choose the Ruffle Rose Pillow (LW2505) from RedHeart.com.

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Make Your Own Yarn Doll -- Easy Enough for Kids!

Yarn dolls are a perennial favorite with kids of all ages! If you can wrap yarn you are on your way to having a doll. Make them in your favorite colors.

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Crochet Your Bouquet

Are you a DIY bride and want to make sure you can enjoy your bridal bouquet year after year? Or do you need unique centerpieces for an event?

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DIY Bow Belt Tutorial

Hi all! I’m Sunni Standing from A Fashionable Stitch. I’m dropping in with a quick tutorial on how to make a bow belt! Bel …