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Beyond Basics

Learn How to Make More Crochet Motifs

Learn to crochet this beautiful Rise & Shine Afghan with Mikey from The Crochet Crowd. He converted the colors to be in holiday colors.

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Beyond Basics

How to Knit with 4 Needles

Knitting with four double-point needles forms a seamless piece in areas that are too small for circular needles, such as s …

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Beyond Basics

Learn How to Make a Small Picot Crochet Flower

Here are some how to hints on adding the assymetrical brim and finishing the cute and sassy Fashionable Flapper Hat.

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Beyond Basics

The Art of Sockmaking

Little ones will love a colorful blanket with a garden of flowers on it! It's crocheted in Red Heart Super Saver yarn,

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Basics

Working Crochet Motifs in Rounds

Left: Learn how to crochet the Camel Stitch. It's an easy stitch that gives the surface of your crochet a completely different look.

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Basics

Learn How to Make Knit Bobbles

The final part of an interview with Gina Rose Gallina about her crochet art. Learn what fuels her passion for making art out of yarn. Video produced by Global Image Creation

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Basics

Knitting in the Round

Learn some tips and tricks for making scarves and working with Red Heart Boutique Sashay, the most favorite ruffling scarf yarn.

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Basics

Knitting with Double Pointed Needles

Double pointed knitting is easy once you know how.

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Basics

Adjustable Loop

Start with this flexible loop technique as the basis for your crochet projects made in the round.

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Learn Four Ways of Binding Off

Learn how to finger chain a Swerve Scarf and have something beautiful and bold! It's trendy to have bulky and vibrant coloured scarves right now.

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How to Weave in Ends in Knitting

Weave in ends securely before blocking pieces or sewing seams. Securely woven ends will not come loose with wear or washin …

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Learn how to use a French Knitter

Learn how to use the Susan Bates French Knitter to make fun, easy craft projects.