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  • 6 crochet swatches in different stitches worked in flat rows and unturned rounds scattered over a gridded blocking board.

    The Difference Between Rows and Rounds in Crochet

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  • Two centre pull hanks of Caron simply soft self striping yarn laid on a pink surface with a blue and cold crochet hook.

    How to crochet with variegated and self striping yarn

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    The Anatomy of a crochet stitch

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    10 essentials beginner (and experienced) crocheters need to know

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  • How to crochet a sweater that fits using ANY yarn!

    How to crochet a sweater that fits using ANY yarn!

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    Back to Crochet Basics – Double & Half Double Crochet Stitches (UK Treble & Half Treble)

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    How to add crochet ribbing for an easy hat brim, cuff or hem

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    Thank Scrunchie it’s Friday! – Free crochet Scrunchie Pattern

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    Dreaming of an Indian Summer – The Indian Summer Crochet Tank Pattern

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