Here you will find a list and links to all the basic crochet tools you need to get started as well as a list of other fun items to make your crochet journey more enjoyable and fun!  Must have crochet materials and supplies include yarn and a hook on the beginner level, but can include […]

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The Half Double Crochet or HDC Herringbone Crochet Stitch is an easy, fun stitch to learn. It has lots of texture and creates a thicker, warmer fabric with a unique appearance. This easy to follow tutorial contains written instructions and a photo lesson. Flat or Round? The Half Double Crochet Herringbone Stitch can be worked […]

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This free treble crochet stitch tutorial is an easy way to learn this essential crochet skill. The treble crochet is a beginner crochet stitch, and used in many patterns. This step by step photo tutorial is the perfect way to learn this fun crochet stitch or to get a refresher. This crochet lesson also includes […]

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Wouldn’t you love to have a resource of videos and articles from expert instructors to help you learn more about the crafts you already love? How about a near endless supply of patterns and ideas? Or maybe you want to learn a new skill, but don’t know where to start? Well look no further!! In […]

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Learning to work a chain stitch is one of the first lessons a new crocheter needs. A chain works as a foundation for the rest of a pattern, and is also used to increase the height of a row. This chain stitch crochet tutorial will teach you three different ways to work into a chain […]

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This spike stitch crochet tutorial is a free lesson for any beginner wanting to move past basics and learn easy crochet stitches. The spike stitch is wonderful for creating the appearance of texture without actually adding texture to your project. It’s an easy stitch to learn, especially once you have the basic crochet stitches down. […]

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Looking forward to summer and icey pops! This free beginner friendly ice pop cozy crochet pattern is a fun and super fast design. Worked with cotton yarn, this machine washable cozie is the perfect thing to eat your summer treats. I’m dreaming of summer days this week since I’ve spent the week in bed with […]

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This Double Crochet Stitch Tutorial will teach you a basic crochet skill which you can use in crochet patterns to create everything from sweaters to stuffed toys. A crochet lesson is essential for anyone new to crochet, this beginner friendly guide discusses how to complete the stitch and provides easy crochet patterns that call for it. […]

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How to join a strand of yarn to the crochet hook and start a crochet project: This beginner crochet tutorial is the very first thing you need to learn when starting your crochet adventure!  If you do not have this basic skill you will not be able to begin a new crochet project. This is […]

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A single crochet is one of the most basic stitches in crochet, and it is often one of the first learned. This is due not only to its simplicity, but to the massive foundation learning this stitch will provide for your crocheting skills. This single crochet tutorial will teach you not only how to complete […]

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