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12 Free Pencil Patterns for National Pencil Day

March 30 is National Pencil Day! Celebrate this classic school and office supply with these pencil-related patterns from Yarnspirations. Kids of all ages can DIY can holders for their pencils, markers, colored pencils, and crayons, and everyone who needs to leave their desk can use a pouch or a case….

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Tweed Yarns and 30 Tweed Projects to Knit and Crochet

Tweed fabric is normally made from wool yarn. It’s a warm wool cloth, usually with a main color and flecks of other colors. Tweed yarns mimic the colors of the cloth. How is it made? The fibers are dyed after the washing process and before spinning. The spinners blend several…

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Assorted tweed yarn projects: blue hat, fingerless gloves, plaid poncho, textured socks, fringed scarf, patterned knits.

BiCrafty Bootcamp: Beginner Knitting Lessons for…

If you’re a crocheter who has always wanted to become bicrafty then check out the new Knitting Lessons for Crocheters by Marly Bird.

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Yarn Weight Chart + Recommended Yarns for Each Weight

Find out what crochet hooks or knitting needles to use for each yarn weight from O (lace weight) to 7 (jumbo weight)

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What Are The Best Knitting Needles for Beginners?

There are a lot of different options out there for types and sizes of knitting needles. Here are the best knitting needles for beginners.

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Kvetka of The Creative Hook Shares How Crochet Heals

Interview with Kvetka of The Creative Hook all about how crochet heals us and what role that has played in her own life.

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How to Keep a Crochet or Knitter’s Bullet Journal

A bullet journal is a terrific system for keeping track of projects. Here’s how to keep a crochet or knitter’s bujo.

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96 Free Puppy and Dog Projects to Crochet and Knit

📝 Update: This post was originally published on March 23, 2021 and was last updated on April 6, 2026 with new dog sweater patterns from Marly Bird, a complete dog measuring guide, breed sizing resources, and a FAQ section. ⭐ NEW: Marly’s Own Dog Sweater Patterns Before you dive into…

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20 Free Mommy and Me Knit and Crochet Patterns

With Mother’s Day coming up, it’s the perfect time to make matching patterns that a mother and child can wear! Plus, for kids who like to mother their dolls, there are some options too! These twenty free mommy and me knit and crochet patterns are versatile, interesting, and fun. Plus,…

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83 Free Springtime Crochet and Knit Patterns

Springtime decorations and accessories are here! Look through these new springtime patterns, plus round-ups of patterns for bunnies, chicks, ducklings, lambs, and Easter and you’ll find the perfect pattern! Springtime Patterns These patterns are the perfect addition to your springtime crafting! Springtime Home Decor Bring springtime inside with these blankets,…

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