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If you’re looking for a neat and professional way to join a new yarn color to your crochet project, the Standing Double Crochet Stitch is a great technique to have in your crochet toolbox! In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to use a Standing Double …
The Standing Double Crochet Stitch is a simple crochet technique that can give your projects a cleaner, more polished beginning to each row. Instead of using a traditional turning chain to start a row of double crochet stitches, the standing double crochet creates a double crochet that …
The Back Post Double Crochet Stitch (BPDC) is a simple crochet technique that creates beautiful raised texture and dimension in your projects. By working the double crochet around the back of the post instead of into the top loops of the stitch, you can create the popular …
The Front Post Double Crochet Stitch (FPDC) is a beautiful crochet technique that creates raised, textured stitches that really stand out from the surface of your project. It’s commonly used for adding dimension, texture, and decorative details to crochet blankets, scarves, hats, and more. In this tutorial, …
The Thermal Half Double Crochet Stitch is a wonderfully thick and durable crochet stitch that creates a dense, insulated fabric perfect for projects that need extra warmth and structure. By working into both the front loop of the current row and the unworked loop from …
Learning how to crochet the Magic Ring (also known as the Magic Circle) is one of the most important skills for anyone working crochet patterns in the round. This technique allows you to start projects like hats, amigurumi, coasters, and mandalas with a tightly closed …
If you’ve ever struggled with closing the center of your crochet projects tightly, the Double Magic Ring is a game changer! This technique creates an extra-secure, adjustable center that won’t come undone, which makes it perfect for amigurumi, granny squares, hats, or any project worked in the …
If you love cozy, textured crochet stitches, the Thermal Single Crochet Stitch is a must learn! This stitch creates a thick, double layered fabric that’s perfect for warm blankets, potholders, scarves, and other projects that need extra durability and insulation. In this tutorial, you’ll find step-by-step written instructions, …
Looking to add a stylish and textured stitch to your crochet projects? The Herringbone Double Crochet Stitch is a beautiful and modern variation of the classic double crochet that adds a subtle slanted texture, perfect for scarves, blankets, and garments. In this beginner-friendly tutorial, I’ll walk you …
Looking to learn how to decrease stitches in your crochet projects? In this step-by-step tutorial, you’ll learn exactly how to half double crochet two together (hdc2tog)—a simple and effective decrease technique that’s perfect for shaping hats, garments, and amigurumi. Whether you’re a beginner learning the basics …