crochet

Crochet is considered a "needlecraft," and is a close cousin to knitting. Crocheting utilizes a small hook to create "chains" in a single piece of yarn. Traditionally, crochet is used to create afghans, especially when those afghans are comprised of granny squares (small squares that are crocheted individually -- often with varying patterns and colors -- and then sewn together to create the finished project). However, you can often find crochet patterns for sweaters, purses, pillows, toys, and even dresses.

There are hundreds of different crochet "stitches," used to create different effects. Basic crochet stitches include: chain, cluster, double crochet, crossed double crochet, half double crochet, long single crochet, loop stitch, and many more.

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• 10 Free Beautiful and Bodacious Crochet Bikini Patterns

  
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  Crochet bikinis are a summertime tradition! From slinky and sexy to fun and fabulous, if you love crochet and rock the bikinis, then making a crochet version should definitely be on your list. Most aren’t really for wearing in the … Continue reading → 10 Free Beautiful and Bodacious Crochet Bikini Patterns ...
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• Child’s Crocheted Top

  
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  A simple, crochet child’s top (sized 3-4)  using #3 crochet thread. Lazy, lazy lady.  I still haven’t woven in the ends and cut the excess.   I crocheted the motifs first, then worked from there. Each motif is 2″ x 2″. This is the second one I made. After I finished the first one, I noticed ...
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• Great Endings to Your Crochet Project, Pt. 2: Weaving In

  
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  Technical editor and yarncrafting expert returns to share tips on finishing your crochet projects. Join her next month for tips on finishing your knitting project.  Click here to see her previous blog post. Weaving in well is so very important. If your ends are not woven in well, your ends could come loose and ...
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• Handy Genius and Casting Spells

  
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    Sometimes the most humble crochet project can really make a difference in the quality of one’s life.  That’s crochet genius!  In this case, Sheila has invented a potholder we weren’t smart enough to know we needed, but will not find it impossible to live without!  Check it out.  You’ll be as ...
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• Learn How to Crochet Top-Down Sweaters

  
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  They say you are never too old to stop learning. And despitegoing on 10 years of studying and educating myself about crochet for work andpleasure, I am still amazed at how much I have yet to truly explore. Top-downseamless crochet for example. This was a crochet technique I played with a fewyears ago, but it didnt ...
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• Little Prince Hat Crochet Pattern Revealed

  
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  Its the little sibling crochet crown!  The Little Prince Hat Crochet Pattern. Do you remember my Princesses & Heroes Booklet for Red Heart? Well now there is a crown sized down for even smaller wee ones!  The Little Prince Hat is a Free pattern offered by Red Heart Yarn.  Thanks Red Heart!
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• Lee Mac’s crochet portrait of Tom Delonge

  
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  Made by Lee Mac . Her web site is a riot, go check it out: http://totallee.net Rating: 10.0/ 10 (2 votes cast) Share this awesomesauce:
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• Gilberts Summer RV ~ Crochet Hut #3

  
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  Happy Monday everyone! It is me... Gilbert! I am reporting to you today from my new Summer bright orange  Recreational Vehicle or RV for short... like me... SHORT ! I can snuggle in while mom carries me from room to room with her! See... I am ...
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• A Quick and Crabby Market Bag

  
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  This weekend I had some unexpected downtime, and got to participate in a CAL using someone else’s pattern! I made the Yet Another Market Bag by Debbie Solinsky, for the CAL on CrochetHappy, and added a fantastic Crochet Crab Applique, … Continue reading → A Quick and Crabby Market Bag is a post from: ...
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• Crochet Jam – Weaving Community Through Crochet at Maker Faire Bay Area

  
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  Yesterday at Maker Faire Bay Area in the Textile Talk Lounge, artist Ramekon O’Arwisters gave a compelling talk on his social and artistic project, called Crochet Jam. Ramekon goes out into the community and teaches people how to crochet, and then lets them loose to work on a collaborative tapestry. […] Read the ...
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• Crochet: Crocodile Stitch Toddler Bandanna

  
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  A new item has been listed in The Steady Hand Etsy Shop ! Crocodile Stitch Toddler Bandanna Use as a head wrap, headband, kerchief or bandanna. It is very lightweight with no stretch. The perfect accessory to wear with a Spring or Summer Dress! Toddler Size for ages 2-5. Crocheted with Size 10 White ...
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• Great Endings to Your Crochet Project, Pt. 1

  
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  Technical editor and yarncrafting expert returns to share tips on finishing your crochet projects. Join her next month for tips on finishing your knitting project. A great crochet ending begins with fastening off and weaving in. It may also include a great edging. Over the next three days , we will cover these ...
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• Oxidizing Silver Jewelry with Egg

  
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  This is crafting related-ish, and I managed to relate it to crochet! I found a package of soft silver wire that I bought more than a year ago, I think I was trying to experiment in crocheting accessories for the amigurumi, but you know what it’s like, busy, busier, and busiest happened! So, I crocheted a granny ...
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• Moments

  
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  :: enjoying the sunlight after some heavy rain. Our weather here has been  very changeable with lots of short sharp rain and and hail showers interspersed with golden sunshine :: :: trying to appreciate the rain as our landscape is looking incredibly lush and green as a result. But still. Rain mostly sucks in ...
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• Saturday Freebie: Funky Peony Scrubbie Crochet Pattern

  
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  One of my favorite things about springtime is the sudden and overwhelming appearance of peonies. When I was growing up, I knew the end of the school year was coming close when, out of nowhere, the two peony bushes in the back yard exploded into bloom, and we’d cut big bouquets of them for our teachers. We’d wrap ...
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• Crochet Pattern Bonanza

  
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  Crochet Pattern Bonanza  This is a free pattern site you may want to have a look at. They are currently getting around 16,000 visitors per week. What are the highlights of this new site? Pictured icons lead you to the free pattern. I love this idea. You can also link to this site which in ...
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• Baby Doll Booties and Hats

  
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  I have been crocheting some baby doll booties and hats for Molly’s Babies. Molly’s Babies is in need of baby doll clothes and blankets for their dolls that they give away to children in need. When I asked about the sizes they needed for their dolls, I was told just to crochet newborn baby sized items. So I ...
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• Oh my cuff!

  
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  So. Ive never made anything of my own design before.  Never been interested as I like following patterns and seeing projects come to life, bit of a paint by numbers girl at heart.  I dont really feel creatively minded enough to actually think something up in my own brain, design it and make it.  Not for me, no ...
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• Its Craftsy Free Online Class Day

  
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  Its Craftsy Free Class Day! If youve never taken a Craftsy class, today is your chance to try one for free! This offer is only valid for people who have not yet taken a Craftsy online class.  Click here to try one out for FREE Craftsy Free Class Day The goal is to donate $5,000 to DonorsChoose.org to fund ...
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