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Feather and Fan Knit Blanket

Rainbow Feather and Fan Knitting Pattern Baby Blanket is a fun title for this After the Rain Throw blanket by Quayln Stark and FREE from Red Heart Yarns. Working the feather and fan pattern can be easier when you watch this video tutorial to learn how to work through the…

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Rainbow wavy-striped crochet blanket displayed on a bed, with a child holding one edge; skeins of Red Heart yarn nearby.

Corner to Corner Single Crochet Entrelac 12 ” Square

If you are working along in our Wedding Blanket CAL this will almost be your final square. There is just one more to go. If you don’t know what I am talking about you can check out the Wedding CAL on my blog. Maybe you are just looking for another…

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A Tunisian crochet blanket in blue, white, and beige with geometric patterns draped on furniture; "Wedding Blanket CAL" banner.

Oversized Knits

Comfortable oversized knits are on trend right now. Extra-large sweaters knit up quickly with bulky yarns and give you extra comfort when wearing your knits, perfect for skinny jeans or leggings. Through the book you will find great texture, cables, and ribbing to keep your interest.

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Crochet Hooded Cowl

Marly Bird teaches you how to do a crochet cable stitch and how to make a hooded cowl. This is a free pattern from Red Heart Yarns designed by Qualyn Stark.

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Woman wears a green Tunisian crochet hooded cowl with cables, shown above 12 skeins of Red Heart yarn in assorted colors.

Cross Stitch Herringbone Crochet Afghan Square

Today is my day for the Wedding Blanket CAL that I am hosting on my blog. This blanket is a collaboration between the designers of the Red Heart Joy Creators group. It is an awesome way for us all to work together and make a really beautiful and unique heirloom…

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A Tunisian crochet blanket in blue, white, and beige with geometric patterns draped on furniture; "Wedding Blanket CAL" banner.

Project Planning-Yarn Color Selection

There are two types of yarn lovers. Those that have a stash and those that purchase for the project that they are going to make. Either way when it comes to picking colors for your next project it can be hard when you don’t have the actual balls in front…

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10 FREE Lightweight Crochet Summer Shawls

You might not think of summer as the perfect “wear you crochet” weather but there are some opportunities to break out your favorites when worked with a lightweight yarn. Here is a collection of 10 FREE lightweight crochet summer shawls that I know you will love.

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Crochet Subscription Boxes

Over the past year I have been sharing with you various options for knit, crochet, yarn and hook subscription boxes. I have enjoyed sharing each one with you and learning about new companies right along with you. Annie’s is a wonderful company that I have had the chance to work…

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Left: gray and white crocheted blanket shows stitch detail. Right: woman in a gray scarf, holding a mug, smiles warmly.

Long Tail Cast on for Knitting

When starting your next knitting project you will have a plethora of choices for how to start. There are so many different cast on methods at your finger tips. My go to method is the long tail cast on. It is my FAVORITE and I will use it every time…

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Crochet Beach Cover-Up: Shore Thing Dress

Rohn Strong has created the perfect addition to your beach wardrobe with the Shore Thing Crochet Beach Dress. You work this crochet beach cover-up with It’s A Wrap from Red Heart, and it’s a FREE pattern. It might be a weight #1 yarn, but that’s nothing to be afraid of….

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Woman models a sleeveless, openwork crochet beach dress with green "It's a Wrap" yarn and project title text visible.
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