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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 …
It is fall in Montana, which basically means winter weather like snow (in fact we just woke up to 3″ of snow this morning! That means it is the perfect time to learn how to crochet a buffalo plaid flower headband! Buffalo plaid says winter …
Crochet granny squares are super popular right now, and the crochet sunflower granny square is one of the most requested patterns I get. If you are wanting to learn how to crochet a sunflower granny square, you are in the right place. This granny square …
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 granny square is a classic crochet project that is great for both beginner crocheter and advanced crocheters. It uses basic stitches such as the chain stitch, double crochet stitch, and slip stitch. My preference is to start the classic granny squares with a magic …
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! …
I love a beautiful textured crochet stitch. I seem to be drawn to them. The Floret Stitch in Crochet is one of those beautiful textured crochet stitches. If you can chain, slip stitch, and double crochet stitch you can easily learn how to floret stitch …