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Crochet projects that are perfect for spring.

Eye-catching crochet projects for spring.

Have you been looking for some crochet inspiration this spring? I can help with that! Spring is a wonderful time for a lot of us and there are several reasons...

Eye-catching crochet projects for spring.

Have you been looking for some crochet inspiration this spring? I can help with that! Spring is a wonderful time for a lot of us and there are several reasons...

What's the best yarn to use as a crochet beginner? Why stylecraft special DK is the best yarn for beginners.

The best yarns for a crochet beginner?

Hey, I heard you're just learning to crochet and want the lowdown on what the best yarns are in the business? I'll talk you through some popular yarns and price...

The best yarns for a crochet beginner?

Hey, I heard you're just learning to crochet and want the lowdown on what the best yarns are in the business? I'll talk you through some popular yarns and price...

How to knit faster. 5 tips on speeding up your knitting method. How to knit faster without learning a new method.

How to really knit faster without learning new ...

Welcome to my series on knitting speed. I hope to be able to show you that there are many ways to knit faster. The first instalment is about knitting faster...

How to really knit faster without learning new ...

Welcome to my series on knitting speed. I hope to be able to show you that there are many ways to knit faster. The first instalment is about knitting faster...

A crochet cowl for beginners. The easiest thing to make if you're learning to crochet. The Betwixt cowl is a simple crochet neck warmer pattern pdf.

Between the lines: Crocheting the Betwixt cowl

The betwixt cowl is a design that has fun between the lines. Mix two or more colours of yarn to create this woven look. Crocheting the Betwixt cowl is much...

Between the lines: Crocheting the Betwixt cowl

The betwixt cowl is a design that has fun between the lines. Mix two or more colours of yarn to create this woven look. Crocheting the Betwixt cowl is much...

The Lovechunk crochet sweater: A quick and easy make for crochet beginners.

The Lovechunk crochet sweater: A quick and easy...

If you're in need of a quick, easy make to give to a new baby, try the Lovechunk baby sweater. Not only is it made using aran weight yarn for...

The Lovechunk crochet sweater: A quick and easy...

If you're in need of a quick, easy make to give to a new baby, try the Lovechunk baby sweater. Not only is it made using aran weight yarn for...

Why yarn weight matters in knitting. How to knit with any yarn weight

Yarn weight and why it matters

In this blog post I'm talking all things yarn weight and why it matters. Knitting or crocheting with whatever yarn you have to hand may be an option for you...

Yarn weight and why it matters

In this blog post I'm talking all things yarn weight and why it matters. Knitting or crocheting with whatever yarn you have to hand may be an option for you...