Articles on Crocheting

How to Upcycle

By PCOliver

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To Upcycle you first have to know what it is. Upcycle means to take an item and craft it into a new useable item. Sounds like a lot like recycling doesn’t it? The difference is that when you upcycle you change it into another useable item. When ... more »

How to Add Friends With Ravelry.com

By eHow Internet Editor

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Ravelry.com is an Internet site that allows knitters and crocheters to meet other people involved in their craft as well as post their projects, search patterns and much more. Adding friends on Ravelry is simple to do and allows you to keep up ... more »

How to crochet a dishcloth called This Way & That

By beauty416

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This dishcloth took me less that 1 day to make it. I went by the instructions and it was very easy. If you follow the instructions, it will be easy to you also... more »

How to Crochet a Halloween Scarf

By Craftdrawer

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Crochet a Halloween scarf using, black, orange, purple, multi-colored, or the yarn color of your choice... more »

How to Crochet a Mother's Day Ring Keeper

By moonglow

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Crocheting a Mother's Day Ring Keeper is easy with my free pattern!.. more »

How to Crochet Rick-Rack

By Kimberly Mathison

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Crochet rick-rack is simple to make and looks pretty in both variegated and solid colors, it's usually worked in fine thread but can be a novel surprise when made in worsted yarn or heavy cotton! By making your own rick-rack you have far more ... more »

How to Hold a Crochet Hook

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Holding the crochet hook properly helps you work quickly and efficiently while keeping your stitches even. Which hand you hold the hook in depends, of course, on whether you are right- or left-handed. .. more »

How to Make a Christmas Scarf

By Sharon Potter-Case

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If you're looking to add a personal touch to your gift-giving this holiday season, try your hand at this easy crochet pattern for a Christmas scarf. This is a great little gift and it is simple to make... more »

How to Make a Crochet Slip Knot

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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All of your crochet projects will begin with a slip knot. A slip stitch is very easy to make, but learning how to make a slip stitch can be frustrating in the beginning when you learn to crochet. With a little practice you'll know how to make a ... more »

How to Make a Little Extra Cash Using Your Hobby

By madams1982

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If you're looking to make a few extra bucks by selling your artwork, crafts and/or anything handmade Etsy is the place to start!.. more »

How to Make Plarn

By PCOliver

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Making plarn is easy! You just have to know what it is first. Plarn is the name for plastic resources used to crochet upcycled items... more »

How to Publish Crochet Patterns

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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If you're a crochet fan, you've probably thought up a design or two in your time. You can publish your designs for others to enjoy and make money at the same time! Once you've written down your pattern, either on your own or with a template, ... more »

How to Skirt and Wash a Sheep's Fleece to Spin into Yarn

By Nicandab

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You start with a sheep, and end up with innumerable knitted and crocheted projects. This is the first step after shearing the sheep to get you started... more »

How to Buy Crochet Books

By maria jennings

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If there is one book that could make you an expert and turn simple yarns into fashionable creations by simply reading all throughout its pages, it is the crochet book. Since its inception, making crochet and the basics of crochet could have been ... more »

How to Crochet a Beaded Wire Bracelet

By colvera62

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Through this article you will learn to crochet a bracelet with beaded wire. It's fun and the attention you will get from your newly created jewelry piece is great. They won't believe you crocheted it. Basic knowledge of crocheting extremely ... more »

How to Crochet a Circle

By Kimberly Mathison

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Circles can be one of the most valuable and perplexing skills to learn in crochet. With this article you'll learn the formula for crocheting circles the easy way!.. more »

How to Crochet a Dog Chew

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Keep those little teeth clean by letting your dog chew on this easy-to-make toy... more »

How to Crochet a Purse

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Crochet is an ancient art, once used out of necessity to provide clothing and adornment for the home. It has experienced a revival with a new generation of crafters. This crocheted purse is a good project for all skill levels... more »

How to Crochet a Shrug

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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A shrug can be a shawl with cuffs to put your hands through or a short cardigan that doesn't quite meet in the front. The variations are as endless as your imagination. Instead of working with a specific pattern, invent your own. You may even be ... more »

How to Crochet a Soda Can Cover

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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This handy little cover can use up your yarn scraps and keep that little puddle of water from forming on your desk. Use a size H hook. You can adjust the size of your cover by using a different size hook... more »

How to Crochet the Love Knot

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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The love knot stitch, also called the lover's knot or Solomon stitch, is most commonly used to make shawls. It can also be used as an overlay of a dense stitch piece for an interesting effect or as an edging... more »

How to hand spin wool into yarn using a drop spindle.

By Nicandab

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Learn handspinning can be a relaxing, enjoyable pasttime for knitters and weavers who really want to "start from scratch"!.. more »

How to Make a Slip Knot and Yarn Over

By flyguy3333

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The beginning to most crochet projects is the Slip Knot. Whether you want to create a crochet lace tablecloth, luxurious crochet wrap, or a cozy afghan, crochet creativity starts here... more »

How to Make a Crochet Puff Stitch

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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A puff stitch, like a popcorn stitch, is a stitch made up of multiple stitches connected at the top and bottom. Unlike the popcorn stitch, though, a puff stitch uses half double crochet stitches (usually between three and five). By having ... more »

How to Make an Aromatherapy Cold Compress Bag

By lisajo1127

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Relax in luxury with this soothing, crocheted bag filled with the scent of your choice. This is an awesome way to end a stress-filled day. The filling can also be used as bath salts so make extra. These are super for gift-giving. Read on to learn ... more »

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