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Pom-Pom Garland Tutorial
Hi there! Today I have an easy no sew project that is quick enough to do before the holidays are over and simple enough that the kids can help too! I say this every time, but I always forget how much fun it is to make Pom-Pom’s with these easy to use Pom-Pom makers from Clover. I decided to make a little garland to add some charm to my home for the holidays but I can also imagine using reds and greens or making a Valentine’s one or red white…
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Loop Yarn Blanket Pattern
Working with loop yarn is so much fun! Technically, it’s knitting with your fingers…but really, you don’t even have to know how to knit! If you can pull one loop through the next, then you’re good to go. Seriously, it’s that easy! And guess what–- I’ve included photos to guide you along the way. I have designed a fun blanket that is great for even the newest of yarn lovers. This blanket only has a few steps but you’ll love the texture! Now, any loop yarn will work but the…
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Christmas Stocking Crochet Pattern!
Materials: Any yarn (I used Mighty Stitch Bulky Yarn from WeCrochet) Amour Crochet Hook K (6.5mm) – Art. No 1053/K Jumbo Tapestry Needles (Bent Point) – Art. No 219 Quick Locking Stitch Markers (Medium) – Art. No 3031 Gauge: This pattern doesn’t have a gauge! You can use absolutely any yarn and any hook. This makes it a great stash buster project! Pattern Notes: This pattern is written from the two up. Instructions to customize the leg length are included in pattern The starting chain does not count as a…
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Bluff Trail Mitts Crochet Pattern
Hello! This is Kathy Olivarez, the designer behind Kathy’s Crochet Closet. I’m happy to be back on the Clover Blog with a new crochet project: the Bluff Trail Mitts! The Bluff Trail Mitts are cozy handwarmers that are perfect for texting and typing. They allow your fingers to move freely while keeping your hands and wrists warm. If you are looking for a last-minute gift, you will be able to make these in a hurry! The mitts are a perfect match to the Bluff Trail Beanie, featured here on…
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BoHoHo Ornaments Crochet Pattern
Hey friends! Rachel from Cozy Nooks Designs here. I am a crochet & knit designer, blogger, YouTuber and Crochet Instructor with Annie’s Creative Studio. Today I am going to share with you a quick crochet ornament – The BoHoHo Ornaments! We will be making the tree ornament on the right, but if you’re interested in the ornament on the left, you can check out the free pattern HERE! These ornaments are very beginner friendly and use simple stitches throughout the design. You can whip these up quickly to gift as teacher gifts,…
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Christmas Tree Crochet Pattern
Hello! I’m Mary from MarysYarnBasket! Are you in need of cute and easy homemade Christmas decor? Then look no further! This Christmas tree pattern is super chubby, adorable, and works up fast! You can also find the inexpensive pattern in a printable PDF version here. Abbreviations (U.S. crochet terms) ch – chain sc – single crochet MR – magic ring sl st – slip stitch dec – crochet two stitches together (decreasing) inc – crochet two stitches into the same stitch (increasing) BLO – crochet into the back loops only…
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Foundation Paper Piecing Tutorial
Foundation paper piecing (FPP) is a technique that is used mainly for two reasons. Either to piece shapes that don’t lend themselves well to traditional piecing, such as odd angles, or for very precise piecing, particularly when using many small pieces. There are a few different ways to use the paper foundations, but I’ll be covering the basic one here where the fabric is stitched directly to the paper, and the paper torn off at the end. Let’s cover a few basics first: – FPP templates look a little different…
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DIY Whimsical Felt Christmas Ornaments
Hello everyone! Elizabeth here, and I am the DIY and Craft blogger behind Country Peony. Today I have a really sweet and charming Christmas craft for you! My favorite Christmas decorations are ones that are full of color, whimsy, and charm. Today’s project checks all of those boxes with these DIY Whimsical Felt Christmas Ornaments. I love how these charming felt ornaments turned out and I love that you can customize them to whatever shape, color, and style you want! I’ve always loved the whimsical and sweet look of felt, but…
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Cute Tree Coaster
Hi everyone! I’m Amber and I’m the designer behind Divine Debris and I love to crochet but, as much as I hate to admit it, I’m not big on decorating for Christmas. I’m someone who loves Halloween so when it’s time again to transition into decorating for other holidays, it’s always a bit hard for me. So I like to ease into it with cute little things here and there and in my house, that means home decor. Coasters are one of my favorite ways to add crochet to my…
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Wonder Fuse
Wonder Fuse with instructor Steve Butler Class 147 What is it? – Whether you’re a seasoned fashionista or a die hard quilt aficionado, applique can be an amazing part of your design process. Applique is essentially applying one piece of fabric to another. It’s usually comprised of supporting decorative fabric motifs attached to a larger, background piece of fabric. It can, and often does, add both design and depth to our project. The overall effect can be enhanced by sourcing an unending selection of fabric colors, patterns or textures. It can make truly inspiring additions…