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Learning to Crochet

This is a guide about learning to crochet. Crochet is a useful and fun handicraft. It can be daunting when you are just beginning to learn the necessary stitches.

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Making A Crocheted Kitchen Towel

It doesn't matter what pattern you use for the first rows connecting to the towel, but you want to make sure you make the long flap (where the button is) long enough to fit around the hook, towel rack, or stove handle where you are planning to hang the towel.

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How to Crochet, basic crochet

How to Crochet

Toni Lipe has a short instructional video series that teaches you how to crochet. Be sure to watch the related videos for additional steps and crochet tips.

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Lion Brand Chenille Thick and Quick Kaleidoscope Print Yarn

I am crocheting a scarf and have ran out of the wool that I am using. It is the Lion brand chenille Thick and Quick print in the kaleidoscope color. Would anyone out there by any chance have 1-2 for sale that I would be able to purchase? I live in Canada and can't find anymore of it.

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Instructions for Crochet Skirt on Pillow Cases

I have the stamped pillow cases for Colonial Girl (Herrschners 11-8428) or any company who carries the Southern Belle Lady with a Fan. I have misplaced the instructions for the crochet. Please help.

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Sewing Two Panels of an Afghan Together

I made some panels for an afghan using leftover yarn and now would like to sew them together. I haven't done this before and when I go online for some direction, the choices are overwhelming. Can I simply use a single stitch to "sew" them together or should I use yarn and sew them?

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Baby doll with crochet hat, dress, and shoes.

Baby Doll Crochet Clothing Pattern

I have looked on the Itty Bitty Baby site and all the free crochet sites, but can't find this item. I have the baby and want to make this outfit, but can't find it anywhere.

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Pattern for Nylon Net Pot Scrubbies

Does anyone have a pattern for the nylon scrubbies that are made of two crocheted circles and then they are crocheted together? A friend bought one and asked me if I knew how to make them and I told her I would try to find the answer on here. Thank you in advance.

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Granny Square Pin Cushion Pattern

I am looking for a granny pin cushion that came out in Crafts n' Things magazine in 1989 or the 1990s. I made it and it is great, but I can't find the magazine. Can you help?

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Christmas Crochet Patterns for a New Baby

My first great-grandchild (don't know the sex) is due in December. Does anybody have any quick crochet patterns for a 1-3 month old? It's a big baby from what her doctor's say.

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Crochet Pattern for Adult Leg Warmers

I want to make leg warmers for an average size woman. I have no measurements, and since it is a gift, I can't ask for them. Thanks.

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Two baby cradle church purses with Kewpie dolls inside.

Craft: Crocheted Kewpie And Baby Cradle Purse

The original pattern I found on the Thrifty Fun website. I printed it in hopes of making it someday. They are just so adorable and turned out so cute.

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Help with Crochet Instructions

The pattern reads "work shell of 1dc, ch1, 1dc" in next stitch. I am confused as to into what stitch I am crocheting the last dc.

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Crochet With Old T-Shirts

Crochet With Old T-ShirtsI like to crochet rag rugs out of fabric scraps. However, you always have to deal with the edges fraying. I got an idea. My husband had about 11 old colored cotton tee shirts. I cut them up in 1 1/2 inch strips going around and around.


Crochet Tips for Beginners

Crochet Tips for BeginnersI started crocheting when I was a teenager. I went to visit with my great Aunt Reba and I was bored to tears. I have learned quite a few tricks and tips that would help any beginner so I thought I would pass it on.


Green Bay Packers Doily

Green Bay Packers DoilyThis is my own design Packers Doily, I crocheted it myself. I do enjoy crocheting. I've been doing it for years since I was a teen. I do sell lots of them for my friends. We all love the Green Bay Packers here in Wisconsin.