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.
Jan 25, 2021
Knit Wits Newsletter: Smart Knit Crocheting
Knit Wits Newsletter Previous editions can be found here for easy reference
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Jan 25, 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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Jan 25, 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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Jan 25, 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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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 19, 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 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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Jan 13, 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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Jan 10, 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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Jan 09, 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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Jan 06, 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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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 28, 2020
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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Dec 28, 2020
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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Dec 20, 2020
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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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
Jul 10, 2020
Toy Cupcake
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
Jul 08, 2020
Toy Doughnut
Hook size: 2.5 mm Weight: 4 medium Make 2 in different colors Foundation Row: chain 14 Row 1: single crochet around row and join with a slip stitch
Jul 06, 2020
Candy Applique
Hook size: 2.5 mm Weight: 4 medium Foundation Row: magic circle Row 1: half double crochet x8 in the circle and join with a slip stitch Row 2: half
Jul 03, 2020
Toy Candy Wrapper
Hook size: 2.5 mm Weight: 1 fine Foundation Row: chain 14 Row 1 - 15: single crochet around row and join with a slip stitch Row 16: on either end
Jul 01, 2020
Toy Baby Bottles
Hook size: 2.5 mm Weight: 4 medium Row 1: magic circle Row 2: single crochet x6 around row and join with a slip stitch Row 3: single crochet x2 in
Jun 30, 2020
Emoji Soother Holder
Hook size: 2.5 mm Weight: 4 medium With red yarn ( make 2) Chain 3 insert hook into 3rd chain from the hook work 3 treble crochets attaching each to
Jun 26, 2020
Bags and Purses - Crocheted, Knitted and Knotted
Bags and Purses - crocheted, knitted and knotted...
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Jun 26, 2020
Baby Layette - crocheted, knitted and precious
Baby Layette - crocheted, knitted and precious...
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Jun 24, 2020
Toy Cherries
Hook Size: 2.5 mm Weight: 4 medium Cherry Make 2 Foundation Row: magic circle Row 1: single crochet x4 around row and join with a slip stitch Row
Jun 12, 2020
Yellow Emoji Bookmark
Hook Size: 3.5 mm and 2.5 mm Weight: 4 meduim Yellow Bookmark Foundation Row: chain 11 Row 1 - 33: single crochet across row chain 1 and turn. Weave
Jun 08, 2020
Toy Watermelon
Hook size: 2.5 mm Weight: 4 medium Foundation Row: chain 2 With pink yarn Row 1: into the second chain from hook work 6 single crochet and join with
Jun 05, 2020
Toy Pancake with butter
Hook size: 2.5 mm Weight: 4 Make 2 Foundation Row: chain 2 Row 1: into the second chain from hook work 6 single crochet around row and join with a
Jun 03, 2020
Blind Cleaner
Hook size: 3.5 mm Weight: 4 medium This project was created with 100 % cotton yarn. It is easier to wash and can be re-used. This is a simple project
May 29, 2020
Child's Crown
Hook size: 2.5 mm Weight: 4 medium Foundation Row: chain 90 Row 1: single crochet in the back bumps around row and join with a slip stitch Row 2:
May 27, 2020
Blue Door Bookmark
Hook size: 3.5 mm Weight: 4 medium Three colors of acrylic yarn were used in this project. Blue, white and black yarn. This is a very simple project
May 20, 2020
Bacon Bookmark
Hook size: 2.50 mm Weight: 4 medium 2 colors yellow and rust were ùsed for the project shown Foundation row: chain 56 Row 1: single crochet in second
May 15, 2020
Some Crochet Toy Vegetables
Hook Size: 3.5 mm Weight: 4 medium Toy Carrot Hook Size: 3.5 mm Weight: 4 medium With the orange colored yarn Foundation Row: magic circle Row
May 14, 2020
Common Terms and Abbreviations
There are differences in the UK terms and the US terms. Beginning |beg | Back loop |bl | Back Post |bp
May 11, 2020
Front Post Treble Back Post Double Crochet Stitch Dishcloth
Hook size 3.5 mm Weight: 4 white and 3 peach This pattern can be used with one weight as well. The use off 2 different weights was simply a design choice.
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May 08, 2020
Owl Applique
Hook size: 2.5 mm Weight: 4 medium Foundation Row: make a magic circle Row 1: single crochet around row and join with a slip stitch Row 2: single
May 06, 2020
Matching hat to Drunken Granny Stitch Scarf Striped
2 different sizes of circular knitting needles were used for this project 4.00 mm and 2.25 mm Weight: 4 medium Cast on 100 stitches with 2.25 mm knitting
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May 01, 2020
Ear Mask Protector
Hook size: 2.5 mm Weight: 4 medium 100% cotton yarn was used for the project so that it can be washed and reused Foundation Row: chain 26 Row 1: single
Apr 29, 2020
Frizbee
Hook size: 3.5 mm Weight: 4 Foundation row: chain 2 Row 1: into second chain from hook work 6 single crochet Row 2:in each space around the row work
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