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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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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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Shore Thing Dress - crochet beach cover-up worked in It's A Wrap yarn by Red Heart. 3 images of dress worn by blond model, and yarn cake image.

Fine Weight Cotton/Acrylic Yarn

Red Heart is has come out with a collection of yarn titled It’s A Wrap. It started with a superfine weight cotton yarn and has added two more variations since the start. The latest addition is It’s a Wrap Sprinkles. Once you see the beautiful projects you can make with…

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Beginner Easy Knit Lace Shawl-Waterline

Learn how to knit an easy beginner lace shawl with Marly Bird. In this video tutorial, you will learn how to knit up the FREE Red Heart Waterline Simple Lace Shawl Pattern. Inspired by beachy waves, this shawl is a great way to practice your lace skills. Focus on the…

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Easy knit lace shawl pattern - Waterline

Ergonomic Crochet Hooks

We have talked before about the importance of having the proper tools when working on projects. Working for long periods of time can cause fatigue. Ergonomic wooded crochet hook handles are a great way to improve your crochet time and endurance. Ashley from Leither Co. joins me to talk about…

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Becoming A Crochet Designer-How to Shape Crochet

Crochet is an amazing art. There are an infinite number of stich patterns to use and create when working on a design. Depending on the combination of stitches you use you will end up with a very different fabric. Choosing to be a designer means that you will always be…

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Teaching Crochet with the ACA

My dear friend Salena Baca is back on the Yarn Thing podcast. We know that she is a wonderful designer and author but today we are going to talk about her crochet education program, the American Crochet Association.

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