Pin This Video Tutorial For Later! Show it some love on Ravelry! Get the full written pattern HERE! Find all my FREE video tutorials HERE This video tutorial will provide step by step instructions for the Circle of Life 12" Square that I designed for the Red Heart Joy Creators Wedding Blanket Crochet Along! The design inspiration for my square is the never ending cycle of life, hence the name, Circle of Life! I wanted my … [Read more...] about Video Tutorial: Circle Of Life 12″ Square
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Tutorial: Yarn Tassel
Pin It To Save It For Later! Tassels can add so much to everything from shawls to pillows and drapes. You may purchase pre-made tassels in many different materials, but if you'd like to make your own, here's an easy tutorial to show you how. You may use yarn or any other material that would lend itself to being cut into lengths and tied together. Be creative and have fun! There are tools to help you make them too, but honestly I find this to be the easiest (and most cost … [Read more...] about Tutorial: Yarn Tassel
Tutorial: Button Toggle To Close a Shawl
Pin It To Save It For Later! I like to make shawls and scarves but find keeping them in place can be a challenge. I often use brooches or shawl pins, but they can be difficult to find and sometimes quite pricey, so I'm always looking for a clever alternative. This idea came from chatting with a sewing friend who was looking for a way to close a blouse with non permanent buttons. The materials for the Button Toggle are inexpensive, easy to find and likely … [Read more...] about Tutorial: Button Toggle To Close a Shawl
Tutorial: Color Change at Beginning of Row
Pin It To Save It For Later! I often work blankets in stripes and while I love the look, I don't always enjoy the joins! I find that the traditional method of joining a new color (simply starting the new color in the last pass of the last stitch) does not always result in a neat, tight join. Even if you add a border and crochet over the joins, they tend to be loose and not very secure. The trick I'm sharing today, is one that I've developed to avoid this … [Read more...] about Tutorial: Color Change at Beginning of Row
Tutorial: Blocking Crochet Squares
The square pictured above is part of the Seaside Garden Throw and may be found HERE. Tutorial: Blocking Crochet Squares You've worked hard on your latest crochet square for an afghan or throw. You are ready to put it together and it may be tempting to skip the blocking step, but DON'T! Blocking will make it easier to match up squares for the joins but more importantly it gives your finished product a professional, polished look. It's easy to do too! You can read about my favorite blocking … [Read more...] about Tutorial: Blocking Crochet Squares
Tutorial: Alternative Beginning Double Crochet Method
When working in rows of double crochet, the common method to start a new row is to chain 3, turn and continue to work double crochets to the end. However, this method can often create gaps or holes between the chain 3 and the first dc of the row. There are many methods to avoid this and this is one I often use and like. This method is actually the way you would start a row of linked double crochet. I've added a quick video to show you how to do it. I hope … [Read more...] about Tutorial: Alternative Beginning Double Crochet Method
Tutorial: Celtic Weave Stitch in Rounds
Pin the Celtic Weave in Rounds Tutorial for later! The Celtic Weave Stitch is one of my favorites. It has also been referred to as the diagonal weave and interweave stitch. Whatever you call it, it creates a beautiful, thick texture that looks stunning! As gorgeous as this stitch is, it's not the easiest one to learn. So I hope you find this video tutorial helpful. You will also find a photo tutorial below. I hope you enjoy learning this stitch, as the resulting … [Read more...] about Tutorial: Celtic Weave Stitch in Rounds
Tutorial: Celtic Weave Stitch in Rows
The Celtic Weave Stitch is one of my favorites. It has also been referred to as the diagonal weave and interweave stitch. Whatever you call it, it creates a beautiful, thick texture that looks stunning! As gorgeous as this stitch is, it's not the easiest one to learn. So I hope you find this video tutorial helpful. You will also find a photo tutorial below. I hope you enjoy learning this stitch, as the resulting texture is amazing. If you are looking for a tutorial on working … [Read more...] about Tutorial: Celtic Weave Stitch in Rows