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By CattyB 0 comments
*"WUA" stands for "World's Ugliest Afghan", but is really a misnomer... they can turn out beautiful! When friends and family first heard that I'd taught myself to crochet, they all 'donated' yarn to me... none of it being a ... more »
By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor 0 comments
Babies tend to lose body heat through their heads, leading most caregivers to have newborns wear beanies or stocking caps for the first weeks of life. Crochet a baby beanie for the newest addition to the family by following the pattern below... more »
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Crocheting is fairly easy to learn and creates a delicate stitch perfect for use with baby items. This bib is a simple square shape with strings to tie in the back. Vary the design to crochet other shapes and patterns and collect a beautiful ... more »
By Ina926 0 comments
Now that the weather is starting to cool, I have started to crocheting things for my baby. Crocheting for babies is something I have always enjoyed doing, be it for my kids or somebody else's. This baby hat pattern is for a 3-6 month old baby ... more »
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A baby layette for the newborn is the epitome of sweet, soft and warm. Layette is a French word meaning little box, and at one time meant everything needed to welcome a new baby was in one box. The baby layette usually has several pieces ... more »
By tjw1963 0 comments
This will be how to make a crochet granny square. Some of the crochet abbreviations used in this project are as follows: DC = Double Crochet, CH = Chain, LP = Loop, SL ST = SLip Stitch, SP = Space, The resources below provide a link to a slow ... more »
By sappling 0 comments
If you’re here, you know just how difficult it is to find an acceptable beret pattern. They’re all either so round they’re practically beanies, or so pointy you look like you’re wearing a plate. I promise you: this pattern has just the right ... more »
By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor 0 comments
Babies are always fun to dress up and accessorize, but why stop there? Crochet a bottle warmer that serves a dual function. Not only will it keep the bottle a comfortable temperature for the baby, it also makes the bottle look adorable... more »
By cowcatdog birdthing 0 comments
this is my way of crocheting,i'll add a video later... more »
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It is easy to make a stylish crocheted bracelet, and the only tools you need are your own fingers. Add some brightly colored beads to give the bracelet some pizazz. Read on to lean to finger-crochet a bracelet, an inexpensive and fun project, and ... more »
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To crochet a bunny is a fun and relatively easy project. All it requires is beginner crochet skills, as well as some patience and perseverance. So find a comfortable chair in good light and let's get started... more »
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Crocheting a buttonhole can be tricky. If you make the buttonhole too large, your crocheted garment won't stay buttoned. If you make it too small, you risk damaging your garment when you try to force the button through the buttonhole. Follow ... more »
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Crocheted lollipop covers are a cute way to make the candy you give out at holidays more memorable for the person who receives it. One design that can be used when making lollipop covers is the cat. Although the cat lollipop cover is more ... more »
By JWSouza 0 comments
The chain stitch and single stitch are basic foundation stitches for crochet. Once you master these, you are well on your way to making simple crocheted scarves, blankets, and more... more »
By gdrox333 0 comments
A lot of beginning crocheters have wondered "how in the world am i supposed to crochet a circle?". I wondered the same thing when i started. Here are some simple instructions on how to do it... more »
By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor 0 comments
A cloche hat is a trim, bell-shaped hat that takes its name from the French word for "bell." Popular in the 1920s, the hat conveyed different messages about the wearer. A showy bow indicated that the wearer was single and looking, while a narrow ... more »
By spearpe 0 comments
Learn how to crochet a stylish cloche hat. Bonus pattern for a flower to add to the cloche is included in these easy to follow instructions... more »
By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor 0 comments
A popular stitch when you crochet is the cluster stitch. A cluster stitch is a stitch that is joined closely at the top and not at the bottom. You can create this stitch by using double or triple crochets. Several variations of this stitch exist ... more »
By CattyB 0 comments
These bags are crocheted from cotton yarn. They are very handy for carrying a one-liter bottle of water (or tea, or juice...) wherever you need to go. Since they're made of cotton, they absorb condensation as well as insulate the bottle... I've ... more »
By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor 0 comments
You might use a cup holder to keep a soda cool. You might use a cup holder as an insulator to keep a hot drink warm. No matter what kind of drink you put your cup holder on, you can crochet a cup holder in the same way... more »
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This crochet daisy is a quick addition to a sweater or hat. You could try sewing one to a floppy hat after you turn the brim up in the front. Or, attach a safety pin on the back of your crocheted daisy and wear it on any jacket you fancy. ... more »
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You'd like to crochet a dishcloth to coordinate with your kitchen's new decor, but you're new to the art of crochet and aren't sure where to start. With a little time and a ball of yarn you can crochet a dishcloth in no time flat. This great ... more »
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Crocheting a doily is quite easy for the beginning crocheter. Once you've mastered how to slip-stich to start a project and know how to complete a chain in crochet, you're ready to take on a doily. You can make your doily with crochet thread or a ... more »
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If you are a crochet beginner who has been crocheting simple projects for some time, it could be time to take on a project that will add new skills to those you have accomplished. A pattern to crochet a doll uses intermediate level skills that ... more »
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Crocheting a doll's hat is fairly simple to do and gives a great sense of accomplishment. Follow this pattern for a head roughly 3 inches in diameter. Pick out some lovely colors of yarn. The yarn can be a single color or multicolored... more »