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10 FREE Summertime Knit and Crochet Patterns

August 27, 2020 By admin 2 Comments

We pulled together some of our favorite free warm-weather patterns from the Yarnspirations website! Use these patterns to inspire you to try new projects or even some new yarn! They’re ‘quick and easy’ – ideal for crafting while traveling. Here we have a collection of 10 FREE summertime knit and crochet projects sure to get you excited to pick up your needles and hooks.

Pack any of these in your knit or crochet travel bag and be done by the time you get home!

There are lots of great options for your next project for your crochet hooks or knitting needles.

Yarnspirations Featured Patterns - summertime knit and crochet

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2020 JOANN Stitch Along Event || Chevron and Entrelac Knit Blanket

August 21, 2020 By admin Leave a Comment

Once again I’ve been asked to host the knit version of the JOANN Stitch Along with Yarnspirations. The annual Stitch Along with JOANN is one that many knitters and crocheters look forward to doing. I am super excited and honored to be a part of this event and to teach you this incredibly fun knit blanket.

Continue reading to learn more about the JOANN Stitch Along, the yarn we are using and how you can get the videos for each week of this 6 week event.

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DIY 3D Printer Stitch Marker

August 18, 2020 By admin Leave a Comment

3D printers have been a tool that was always out of reach because I never knew what I would do with it. Now I have found my golden ticket to get my own 3D printer and make all of the stitch markers and stitch marker boxes I can dream of! Using the Silhouette Alta 3D printer allows you to have a cool tool without breaking the bank like some of the others. Learn along with me how to make a 3D printer stitch marker.

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DIY Knot Stitch Markers

August 17, 2020 By admin Leave a Comment

Every project that we make in knitting and crochet is a series of knots that make a beautiful fabric. Learn how to make the Pipa knot and how to turn it into your own stitch marker. Using cotton cord to make your knot stitch markers also gives you the opportunity to dye it your favorite color! Grab your materials and make along with me!

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Adding Sleeves to Your Spring KAL Vest

August 15, 2020 By admin Leave a Comment

You asked for it and here it is! Now you can turn to your beautiful Spring KAL Vest, My First Knit Sweater Vest, into a complete knit sweater with the sleeve instructions. Grab your finished vest and some yarn and work this sleeve pattern where you left off.

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DIY Embroidery Stitch Marker

August 14, 2020 By admin Leave a Comment

Embroidery is an old craft but that has been transformed into the modern art world. With some fabric and thread you can make beautiful designs. Learn how to take a small embroidery pattern and turn it into a fun stitch marker. Embroidery stitch markers are the perfect project to make for yourself or friends.

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