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Did you ever play with blocks when you were a little kid? I loved building boxes, towers, and colorful geometric designs. The possibilities were endless. I guess I never outgrew my love of building blocks; I simply combined it with crochet. Banjo Bag by Sharon Ballsmith That's how I have always seen...
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In the Spring 2013 issue of Interweave Crochet, there is a fabulous clutch bag by Brenda K. B. Anderson, the Calypso Clutch . My first thought when I saw this crocheted bag was "MUST MAKE!" My second thought was, "But there's SEWING involved." If you were just intimidated by the...
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I'm still working on the stashbusting! How about you? You can read about my earlier efforts to transform piles of yarn into crocheted beanies ( here and here and here ). Here's a little update on my last stashbusting efforts , plus a new project! I did, in fact, crochet up that skein of Lion...
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When it comes to crochet bags, one size does not fit all. But do not despair. This simply means that you need a closet full of bags, purses, totes, and satchels for every occasion. And while you are choosing the perfect size, from an evening clutch to an overnight tote, you can choose from an amazing...
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Well, NatCroMo (National Crochet Month) is winding up. There are still a couple of days to catch Crochetville's NatCroMo event, a Tour Through Crochet Country . Every day in the month of March, they visited with crocheters from all over. Many of the crocheters had giveaways, some of which you can...
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Popping down the farmer's market for a few fresh vegetables, on your way to a fabulous weekend in the country, or perhaps just headed out to do a bit of shopping? Don't forget your crocheted bag. Our free crochet bag eBook has a crochet purse, tote, messenger bag, case, and market bag for any...
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You have finished your Tunisian crochet project, but your piece looks more like a scroll than a bag or a sweater. Don't panic. Tunisian crochet has a distinct tendency to curl, especially projects worked in Tunisian knit stitch. With a few simple tips, I can promise your sweater won't curl up...
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When Tunisian crochet first reappeared on the crochet scene several years ago, I was instantly hooked. The gorgeous thick fabric that could be created with Tunisian simple stitch, Tunisian knit stitch, and Tunisian purl stitch was perfect for warm garments and accessories. The insertion of yarn overs...
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Tomorrow begins the New Year. Over the past year I have finished my first ever full sized crochet afghan-I don't know what took me so long-and really jumped into crocheted cable projects. For 2013, my crochet resolution list is growing faster than I can write. For each resolution, I have found a...
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Felting perfect for beginning crocheters and quick gifts. This fun manipulation of wool yarn is also a fabulous way to create a dense crochet fabric. My favorite part of felting is watching a loosely crocheted project transform into a solid and soft fabric. Interweave Crochet Assistant Editor Sarah Read...
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Daily I am reminded of the things in my life that I have to be thankful for. Not least is my ability to crochet and the opportunity to create beautiful and functional crocheted garments and accessories. With this gratitude comes a desire to help those around me. Crocheting for charity is part of the...
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Gift giving season is right around the corner, and I am knee deep in my favorite part-picking the perfect pattern and yarn for each gift recipient. I know there will be moments of stress as I race the clock to finish the last few gifts, but I love the exhilaration of giving the perfect crochet gift ...
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When I crochet a garment or accessory, I love having complete control of how my finished piece will look. From the color to the fiber content to the yarn weight, there are hundreds of yarn options. But you can take it a step farther and spin your own yarn, creating a yarn with the perfect amount of twist...
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Crochet bags are the perfect summer accessory. They won't cause heat exhaustion, even if they are crocheted with 100% wool. They seamlessly transition to fall and winter. And because you don't have to worry about whether they will fit or not, they are a brilliant way to try a new stitch or technique...
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Many of us have accidentally felted our crochet projects, but felting crochet is a great technique to create sturdy bags and warm garments and accessories. Felting is also a great technique for beginning crocheters, as the crochet felting process disguises uneven stitches. In this free eBook, you will...
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