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How to Graft (Kitchener Stitch)

Kitchener stitch invisibly grafts two pieces of knitting together through the live working stitches. This technique is fre …

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Introduction to Intarsia

Intarsia knitting is not all that different than Fair Isle except that separate balls of yarn are added into the row for e …

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How to Crochet Clusters

Crochet cluster stitch is very similar to Bobble Stitch. When a cluster is worked into one stitch, …

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How to Knit Ribbing

Ribbing forms a stretchy band and is usually found at the bottoms of sweaters, sleeves, neckbands, hat brims and mitten cu …

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How to Crochet Puff Stitches

Crochet puff stitch is essentially the same as bobble stitch. A method of casting on that is creat …

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Guide To Yo-Yo Crochet

The yo-yo is a new, trending crochet motif that has gained rapid popularity. Although there are several different designs …

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Guide to Multi-Strand Crochet

Double-stranded or multi-stranded crochet, where you hold two or more yarn strands together as you crochet, is a terrific …

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Guide to Crochet Shell Stitch Variations with Patterns

The shell stitch is a stitch pattern in crochet that can be worked in a variety of different ways. In general, it refers t …

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Guide to Duplicate Stitch

Duplicate stitch is the easiest way to add color to any knitting project made in Stocking stitch. Duplicate stitch is embr …

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Changing Colors and Fair Isle Knitting

Some knitters seem to be intimidated by changing colors in the middle of a row or round, but the development of this simpl …

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Guide to Crochet Crossed Stitches for Cables and More

Crochet cluster stitch is very similar to a method of casting on that is created by …

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Filet Crochet Patterns & Guides

In this article you will learn all that you need to know in order to read a filet crochet chart pattern. You'll get some t …