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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 …
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 …
Looking for a way to create a straight edge to your crochet projects? The Stacked Single Crochet Stitch gives a nice clean, straight edge to your work. Knowing where to place the crochet hook is key with this stitch. Follow along and learn how to …
The Foundation Single Crochet stitch can be pretty intimidating at first. I found myself really confused by where to place my hook, how to fix the tension, and just how to foundation single crochet in general! Once I figured it out I can say without …