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One of my favorite crochet projects is a crochet blanket. My favorite thing to do is add a crochet blanket border that adds interest and detail to the blanket. This tutorial will show how to add a crochet blanket border to any crochet blanket. This …
The Treble Crochet stitch is a foundational stitch to master when learning how to crochet. This stitch is a lovely tall crochet stitch and it creates a more flowy and loose material for the finished product. The Treble Crochet stitch is often abbreviated TR when …
The Yarn Over Slip Stitch in crochet is also known as the Half Double Crochet Slip Stitch. This is a great textured crochet stitch that works up quickly. I love how this stitch gives the same look to both sides of my crochet projects. If …
The crochet cluster stitch (CL / DC3Tog or DC4Tog) is one stitch that you will want to learn how to crochet. It is a great crochet stitch for blankets and more, and it is a fairly easy stitch to crochet. The Cluster Stitch in crochet …
Learning how to Double Crochet Two Together is an essential skill for crocheters. The DC2Tog crochet stitch can be used in a couple of different ways. First, it can be used as a more textured crochet stitch that adds interest to crochet projects. Second, it …
Looking for a simple granny square pattern and tutorial that doesn’t look like all of the rest of them? Our Flower Granny Square is the perfect fit! It is also a great scrap yarn project. Four different colors of yarn create a pretty crochet floral …
I personally love using the Foundation Double Crochet Stitch when I start my crochet projects. I find that it just gives a cleaner edge to my crochet projects. This stitch is abbreviated FDC, so keep that in mind when picking a crochet project. Once you …
The Deep Half Double Crochet Stitch is probably one of my most-used crochet stitches. I love the more dense fabric this creates for crochet projects, and it is really easy to complete. If you can half double crochet (HDC), you can easily crochet this stitch! …
The Floret Stitch is a beautifully simple crochet stitch that creates a soft, textured fabric with a subtle woven look. It’s an easy two-row repeat that works up quickly, making it perfect for beginners as well as experienced crocheters looking for a relaxing stitch pattern. In this …
A nice evenly textured crochet stitch can make any crochet project lovely. The Even Moss Stitch in Crochet is a textured crochet stitch that looks the same on both sides of the crochet work, so there is no right or wrong side to your crocheted …