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How to Make Pompoms

It's easier than you think to make pompoms! Find out how in this article, complete with step-by-step video. As a bonus..

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To Swatch or Not to Swatch?

How do you make sure that the sweater you’re making will fit? Make a gauge swatch! A gauge swatch is a small sample of your..

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Blocking as a Finishing Touch

Want to make your finished items look even better? Block them! Blocking may seem intimidating, but you really only need a few things from around the house.

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Seaming with Susan Bates

To look its best, a knit or crochet garment needs to be carefully sewn together after the pieces themselves are stitched.

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Learn How to do a Gauge Swatch for Knitting

Learn how to crochet the Octagon & Squares Throw. In this video series, there are 3 videos. This video is focusing on the assembly of the throw.

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Learn How to make a Crochet Picoting Edging

Learn to use information given in the pattern for successful results. Kristin Omdahl uses the Sir Echo Jacket as an example for skill level, schematics, yarn weight, gauge, special stitches, special techniques, and more.

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Learn to Crochet with Double End Hook Pt. 2

Take the mystery out of using a Double Ended Hook while crocheting the Let's Be Warm Throw.

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Crochet Knit

Crochet these dreamy colors that will stimulate baby and give comfort when needed. The washable wool yarn is the perfect choice..

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Measuring Crochet Gauge

Crochet this gorgeous new afghan style. Sweeten up your room with cheerful stripes! Or consider this easy pattern for a super gift throw.

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Learn How to Crochet Ripples

Mikey demonstrates how easy it is to crochet with Sassy Lace. Make a full size scarf in about an hour! You may get 'hook'd' on this as the scarves are so easy to make and are wonderful gifts to give away at the end.

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Purl Stitch

The 2nd important stitch in basic knitting.

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Casting on Methods

Learn the knit cast on, which practices the knit stitch, and the long-tail cast-on.