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Free Crochet Patterns and Knitting Patterns. Calling all knitters and crocheters, take a few minutes to unwind with Red Heart’s free crochet patterns and knitting patterns and find inspiration for your next knit or crochet project.

Free Crochet Patterns and Knitting Patterns

Are you looking to create a soft blanket or hat for charity? Looking to create a bespoke gift for your friends or family? Perhaps you want to create something for yourself that is sure to have someone say – did you make that? You can choose from thousands of free crochet and knitting patterns which range from throws, accessories, baby blankets, clothing and home decoration. To find all of these exciting projects you can browse the free pattern categories to the left of the page, this will help you narrow down the huge number of patterns and projects we have so that you can find the one which is just right for you!

(2) Free Easy Crochet Patterns on Pinterest. Granny Squares on Pinterest. Free Crochet Patterns. PatternFinder : Pattern Search Engine. Learn How to #Crochet for Beginner's - with Moogly Videos! Odds are, if you follow Moogly, you already know how to crochet.

Learn How to #Crochet for Beginner's - with Moogly Videos!

But every so often I get an email or message asking me where a newbie can go to learn how to crochet, starting with the basics. While learning in person is great, not everyone has access to a class or crochet buddy. And books with their 2D drawings can be hard to follow if you don’t already know how to get started! So today I’ve done something about that! Below you’ll find several Moogly video tutorials, with short descriptions for each. I’d recommend starting with a DK, worsted, or aran weight yarn (yarn symbol 3 or 4) in a light color. Slip Knot The slip knot is how you’ll begin the majority of your yarny projects. Chain Stitch – abbreviated in patterns as “ch” Chaining is the most basic skill in crochet. Single Crochet – Abbreviated in patterns as “sc” In UK patterns, this is called a double crochet, and abbreviated “dc”.

Slip Stitch – abbreviated in patterns as “sl st” VeryPink Knits. How to Knit: A Complete Introduction for Beginners Part 1. Knitting At Play. Crochet School. Sorry I've taken so long to post this very last post of the crochet school series.

Crochet School

Would you believe me if I said I don't want it to end? Haha That's not the real reason, although it is a little weird to be writing the last crochet school post (for now). I've just been busy designing new patterns and crocheting my butt off for the craft show I'm in next month, Deluxe. I was also waiting for all of you to have time to put in questions you want answered in this post. Let's cover those questions first: Carly asked "I think you mentioned that you can weave in ends with a hook. Hi carly, Since you're making a blanket, I would probably just try to find a bigger needle.

Nia asked "I understand how to make the corners when seaming horizontally but what about vertically.. do we skip the corners and just seam the sides? Since you only do one corner from each side when seaming horizontally, you'll pick up those other two corners when you to the vertical stitches. Don't be afraid to ask for help! Directory of Free, Online Knitting Patterns by Category. Knitting, Free Knitting Patterns, Knitting Yarn, Knitting Instructions, Knitting Book, Knitting Stores. Nerdigurumi - Free Amigurumi Crochet Patterns with love for the Nerdy » 2000 Free Amigurumi Patterns. Free Amigurumi Patterns.

How To Crochet. Welcome to the Craft Yarn Council. People of all ages—more than 50 million—know how to knit, crochet and craft with yarn because its fun, relaxing and you can make great things, Whatever your reasons for wanting to learn, the Craft Yarn Council of America wants to help you get started today.

Welcome to the Craft Yarn Council

On these pages, you will find all the basics. There's an explanation of the differences between knitting and crocheting, Illustrations and instruction about how to make the basic stitches, FAQs, a list of helpful resource materials and tips on reading project patterns. Once you feel that you are ready to begin a project, we have some pattern suggestions for you as well. As you begin your project, if you have questions, visit 911/FAQs at this site or find us on Facebook, where some of our favorite crocheters and knitters hangout. Consider joining a local knitting and crocheting guild or group that meets up in locations in your community or online and taking a class offered at a local retailer, school or library. Have fun! Crochet Pattern Central - Directory of Free, Online Crochet Patterns by Category. DIY Crafts, Projects And Handmade Gift Ideas - Craftbits.com.

Crochet Geek. A knit and crochet community. Crochet At Play: 26,000 Free crochet patterns and counting.