Knit & Crochet Blog
The "Knit & Crochet Blog" is the sites mini-journal that keeps you up-to-date with the latest information submitted to the Smart Knit crocheting.com site as well as major changes. On this page you will find the following:
- New pages that have been added.
- Pages that have been substantially updated.
- Other up-to-date postings or relevant news about knitting-crocheting that I find in books, media, and around the Web.
- Important older pages that you might have otherwise missed.
Mar 03, 2021
Twisted Stitch is not Always an Error.
Twisted Stitch does a good job when you know how to use it properly. Find out how to get rig of holes along the raglan lines of a seamless sweater.
Mar 03, 2021
Knitting Stitches for Beginners
These easy knitting stitches for beginners include all the basic stitch patterns with links to detailed tutorials, pictures and instructions.
Mar 03, 2021
Basketweave Knit Stitch: Directions and Tutorials
The basketweave knit stitch is an easy to learn beginner stitch that relies on knowing knit and purl stitches. There are many variations and some are included.
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Mar 03, 2021
Smart Knit Crocheting: Learn to Knit or Crochet, the Smart Way
To knit or crochet smart, you may want to follow someone else's instructions. But designing your own may be just as fun.
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Feb 28, 2021
Seed Stitch Knitting: Learn How to Knit it the Smart Way
Seed stitch knitting is ideal for the beginner because it consists of just knit and purl stitches. Learn how to make it with tutorials and pictures.
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Feb 22, 2021
Crochet Gauge Swatch: How to Make it Perfect from the Beginning
The crochet gauge swatch is a small square approximately 4 x 4 made in the same stitch as your pattern and will help assure your finished project is sized right
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Feb 22, 2021
Rib Stitch Knitting: How to Make it Look Great
Rib stitch knitting is easy to do and the variety nearly endless, but here are some tutorials to make it look straight every time.
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Feb 22, 2021
Wool Knitting Yarn - the best natural fiber for knitting...
The best natural fiber for knitting is Wool Knitting Yarn - soft, supple, and oh, so warm...
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Feb 22, 2021
How to Read Knitting Charts - an important skill
Knitting charts and written instructions are equally useful for gaining your mastery and pleasure from knitting. Lets learn how to read knitting symbols and charts.
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Feb 22, 2021
Knitting Terms and Abbreviations Used in Patterns
These knitting terms and abbreviations are the most common ones found in knitting patterns; abbreviations and explanations.
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Feb 22, 2021
Knitting Needle Conversion Chart, Free Printable and Explanations
This knitting needle conversion chart takes the confusion out of which needles to get and provides detailed information about all types of needles.
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Feb 22, 2021
Crochet Hooks: How to Choose the Correct One for Any Project
Crochet hooks come in so many different sizes shapes and materials. How is the beginning crochet enthusiasts supposed to chose the right hook?
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Feb 22, 2021
Choose your free crochet patterns in charts.
The library of free crochet patterns in charts. Perhaps there are more of them than you can manage. Do you really need that many?
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Feb 22, 2021
Crochet Accessories: What's in your Crochet Bag?
Crochet accessories don't stop with yarn and a hook. There is a wide variety of supplies and tools that will make your crochet projects so much easier
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Feb 21, 2021
Understanding Gauge in Knitting Projects
Gauge in knitting projects may be essential if you want the finished project to fit. Learn how to manage and fix your gauge to make each project fit perfectly.
Feb 18, 2021
How to read knitting patterns for the Beginner: Step by Step Guide
If you need help with reading knitting patterns, here's your guide. This is meant as a basic or beginner guide to reading knitting instructions.
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Feb 16, 2021
Baby Sweater Pattern: Measurements and Design
How to make a pattern for baby sweater. Step-by-step instruction for knitting or crocheting a baby sweater.
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Feb 14, 2021
Knitting Garter Stitch - casting on, knitting this most basic stitch
How to Knit Garter Stitch - the stitch that begins it all...
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Feb 14, 2021
Purl Stitch. Two Methods of Purling.
The purl stitch is one of the two major stitches in knitting. Quality of knitting fabric depends the way you purl the stitch.
Feb 14, 2021
The Stockinette Stitch: Many Ways to Make It
The stockinette stitch is one of the basic knitting stitch patterns that beginners learn, but there are more than one way to do it.
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Feb 10, 2021
The Knit Stitch. Two Simple Methods of Making the Garter Stitch
The knit stitch is one of the two major stitches in knitting. Quality of knitting fabric depends whether you use front or back loop for knitting it.
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Feb 09, 2021
Knitting Supplies: Essentials for the Beginner Knitter
This knitting supplies list is not exhaustive, but include those essentials that all new knitters should have on hand for a successful start.
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Feb 07, 2021
Crochet Stitches: Basic Stitches with Pictures & Instructions
Learn how to work basic crochet stitches and those more advanced ones with straightforward instructions, photographs and video tutorials.
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Feb 07, 2021
Half Double Crochet |Smart Knit Crocheting
The half double crochet stitch is easy and fun to work. Learn how it's made, what it's used for, and practice a few alternative ways of making the stitch.
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Feb 04, 2021
Barbie DIY - knit and crochet Barbie doll clothes and accessories
Barbie DIY - knit and crochet your own Barbie doll clothes and accessories. Free Patterns and Accessories
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Feb 04, 2021
Knit Hand Mitts: Super Easy, Beginner Project Free Pattern
These knit hand mitts will keep your hands toasty warm but allow you to text or use your fingers freely. This free pattern is a beginner project -super easy.
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Feb 04, 2021
How to Treble Crochet (aka Triple Crochet)
The treble crochet stitch, also called the Triple Crochet is a beginner stitch that is easy to pick up and fast to make. A good stitch if you want a loose fabric.
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Jan 31, 2021
How to Crochet in the Round: Step by Step Instructions
Learning how to crochet in the round is not difficult but requires a few extra steps . Several methods are shown with instructions and photos.
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Jan 31, 2021
Contact Me about knitting or crocheting.
Contact Me page for Smart knitting-crocheting. You are welcome to make suggestions and comments to help this new site become a really useful "How to Do" site."
Jan 29, 2021
How to Knit a Scarf.
To learn how to knit a scarf is easy. It is one of the simplest projects. But even simple technique can bring glamorous results.
Jan 29, 2021
Single Crochet Stitch: How to Single Crochet for the Crochet Beginner
The single crochet stitch is the most basic one: Learn how it is made and what you can do once you master this stitch.
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Jan 28, 2021
How to Make a Garment. Knitting and Crocheting Patterns
If you've ever tried to make a garment, you know that the major concern is whether it will fit you. Learn how to make a pattern for you garment.
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Jan 28, 2021
Knit Wits Newsletter: Smart Knit Crocheting
Knit Wits Newsletter Previous editions can be found here for easy reference
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Jan 28, 2021
A Sweater Pattern with Drop Shoulders
The drop-shoulder style sweater pattern is the simplest one of any sleeve style - the simple design makes it very popular for crocheting or knitting sweaters
Jan 27, 2021
Crochet Books. Must have or read.
A lot of crochet books to chose from. Which one is the most helpful and useful? Find out and make your own decision
Jan 23, 2021
Baby Crochet Pattern: Creative Ideas for Your Favorite Infant
To make a baby crochet pattern you have to remember your childhood. Just play and be creative. You will be amazed by the results.
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Jan 21, 2021
How to Make the Double Crochet Stitch
The double crochet stitch is a basic but very versatile stitch used in hundreds of project. Picture how to with detailed instructions.
Jan 18, 2021
How to Make the Crochet Slip Knot Chain Stitch
Tutorial on the Crochet Slip Knot and Chain Stitch for beginners just getting started, directions, photos, video
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Dec 29, 2020
How to crochet - The Smart and Simple Way
Once you know how to crochet three basic stitches, you are ready to create all kinds of projects from patterns or your own creations.
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Dec 28, 2020
Health Benefits of Knitting and Crocheting
Did you know that there are health benefits of knitting and crocheting? Physical, emotional and psychological benefits explored.
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Dec 20, 2020
Yarn Labels: How to Read and Understand What You are Getting
Yarn labels can be tricky to the newbie knitter or those who want to crochet with yarn. Here a guide to the most common symbols and what they mean.
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Dec 14, 2020
Snowball
Hook size: 2.5 mm Weight: 4 medium Foundation Row: chain 2 Row 1: into the second chain from hook work 6 single crochet and join with a slip stitch
Dec 09, 2020
Christmas Moss Stitch Dishcloth
Hook size: 3.00 mm Weight: 4 meduim 100% cotton was used for this project. Foundation Row: chain 30 Row 1: single crochet in the fourth chain from the
Oct 27, 2020
Free Knit Dishcloth Patterns - with some crochet thrown in...
Free Knit Dishcloth Patterns, and some crochet designs too...
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Jul 17, 2020
Medicine Cabinet Liner
Hook size: 3.5 mm Weight: 4 medium 100 % cotton yarn was used for the project This is a simple liner that would be good for a beginner crochet project
Jul 15, 2020
Penguin Applique
Hook size: 2.5 mm Weight: 4 medium with white yarn Foundation Row: make a magic circle Row 1: single crochet x6 around row and join with a slip stitch
Jul 13, 2020
Bear Applique
Hook size: 2.5 mm Weight: 4 medium Foundation Row: magic circle Row 1: single crochet x6 around row and join with a slip stitch Row 2: single crochet
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