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Close-Knit Cafes
The knitting cafe is the newest stitch in the knitting and crochet revival sweeping the country, as fashionistas rush to create scarves and hats--and now ponchos and wraps, the accessories of the moment
10-Apr-2005 - Details

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Irish Crochet and Freeform: Cousins
Irish Crochet has been around for a very long, long time! And if one really thinks about it, technically it is Freeform crochet
21-Apr-2005 - Details

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How do you store your crochet hooks
I'm really enjoying having the use of my father's digital camera, and I'm delighted to finally be able to answer the question that I've seen on other journals/blogs: "How do you store your crochet hooks?"

I use mostly wooden hooks for all of my crochet projects. I like the way they feel, and the round body on the hooks work well with the twisting & jutting technique that I use rather than the traditional knife or pencil hold.
11-Apr-2005 - Details

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Is Crochet Hip Yet
For the past few years, knitting has been all the rage, attracting hip pattern makers, ultra-cool knitting circles, stylish knitting books and magazines, and more blogs than I can shake a stick at (with more emerging each day). Since I've never learned to knit, I fall back on crocheting
30-May-2005 - Details

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Basic Celtic Links Color Design For Afghan Square
When doing the cross stitch on a single crochet or afghan stitch background, work the cross stitch in the same weight of yarn that you used to crochet the background
27-Apr-2005 - Details

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Learn Filet Crochet Basics
Filet crochet is an easy technique that can have stunning results. Filet crochet patterns are made up of open meshes and solid meshes.
09-May-2005 - Details

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Crochet Forum Discussion: Favorite Crocheting Spots
Enjoy reading about other crocheters favorite places to crochet and add your own, if you wish. Hint: On the forum, if you're seeing only one message at a time, click on 'Advanced View' below that message and you will then...
07-Jun-2005 - Details

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Currently in fashion, crochet is always in style
This spring it looks like anything crocheted is the darling of the moment and that includes garments trimmed with crocheted lace, crocheted dresses and tops, and even shoes and bags adorned with or made of crochet. The look is romantic, but not in the least Victorian.
16-May-2006 - Details

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How to Crochet Right Handed
Crochet is very simple. It begins with a single slip knot and can become many beautiful and useful items such as; a hat, a blanket, a sweater or a tablecloth. It can be done with yarn, string or thread, and in any fiber you chose for your project. Learning to crochet is easiest with a smooth yarn.
13-Jun-2005 - Details

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Free Tunisian Crochet Video Tutorials
Tunisian crochet, also called Afghan crochet, is worked in two passes. The Forward Pass (FP) is worked from right to left, picking up loops onto the hook. The loops are removed during the Return Row (RR), which is worked from left to right. Both passes together equal one complete row. For all of our Tunisian-style crochet patterns, we have chosen to separate the FP and RR for the sake of clarity, whereas other designers combine both. Also, in typical Tunisian crochet, the work is not turned, making the side you see the correct side.
04-Jul-2005 - Details

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Learn To Crochet
Crocheting will give you a lifetime of pleasure and relaxation. You can learn to create handmade items for yourself and people you love. When you give a lovingly crocheted gift, part of you goes into it. Your time, talent, the yarn and color you select -- even the thoughts and feelings you have as you work -- are part of your gift. You can learn to crochet by following our simple instructions
21-Jun-2005 - Details

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How To Crochet The Solomons Knot or Hail Stone
The knot stitch is used to achieve an open, lacy look. In the past, a common use has been as an overall stitch for shawls ... but in contemporary crochet patterns, it's often combined with more solid stitches, for an interesting effect. My step-by-step photos and diagrams show how
05-Jul-2005 - Details

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Knit vs. Crochet: What s the difference
Ask avid crocheters or knitters why you should learn their art and they’ll probably say because it’s the most beautiful and versatile art form. Some say one’s faster; others, more fashionable. Decide for yourself. We hope you learn both.
04-Jul-2005 - Details

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Trend Alert: Crochet
One thing’s for sure, crochet is not just for grannies anymore. Many designers are taking the plunge and using it in everything from skirts to bathing suits. But don’t cut up grandma’s old blankets for this latest fashion trend, just sit back and check out the pieces we’ve found on the web:
17-Jul-2005 - Details

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Basic crochet instructions
The instructions below will show you how to make a foundation row and a single crochet stitch. If you follow them exactly, you’ll complete a 7" by 9" block, which will be great practice and help a good cause: Warm Up America! Learn how your block can be joined with others to create an afghan to warm up someone in need.
13-Jul-2005 - Details

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Crazy Stitch Crochet How-To
Photos to help you learn how to crochet this fun stitch. Additional photos show how this stitch looks in crocheted rows of alternating colors.
13-Jul-2005 - Details

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The Basics of Patchwork Crochet
In most of the motifs you are asked to chain a few stitches, join them with a slip stitch into a ring, then to chain a few stitches to bring the hook up to the height of the stitches that will be made into the ring. These chains are considered to be the very first stitch of the "round".
19-Jul-2005 - Details

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Single Crochet
Single Crochet is great for working up quick solid fabric. Variations and using hooks larger or smaller than the yarn gauge calls for can provide many options, from making a basket to creating a graceful, open fabric.
26-Jul-2005 - Details

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Crochet hits the catwalk
People have always been crocheting for relaxation, to decorate homes and for making choice pieces for close friends and family members.
15-Aug-2005 - Details

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Crochet Stitch Legend -- Techniques
Use this Crochet Stitch Guide to learn how to read Crochet Charts. The Stitch Legend includes the crochet symbols and instructions for each stitch, as well as the US and International conversion. It's a handy guide as you learn how to crochet.
08-Aug-2005 - Details