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:
Knit Wits Newsletter Previous editions can be found here for easy reference
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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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Learn how to work basic crochet stitches and those more advanced ones with straightforward instructions, photographs and video tutorials.
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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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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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The double crochet stitch is a basic but very versatile stitch used in hundreds of project. Picture how to with detailed instructions.
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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Tutorial on the Crochet Slip Knot and Chain Stitch for beginners just getting started, directions, photos, video
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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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The best natural fiber for knitting is Wool Knitting Yarn - soft, supple, and oh, so warm...
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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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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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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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Did you know that there are health benefits of knitting and crocheting? Physical, emotional and psychological benefits explored.
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How to Knit Garter Stitch - the stitch that begins it all...
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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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These knitting terms and abbreviations are the most common ones found in knitting patterns; abbreviations and explanations.
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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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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
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
Free Knit Dishcloth Patterns, and some crochet designs too...
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Bags and Purses - crocheted, knitted and knotted...
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Baby Layette - crocheted, knitted and precious...
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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
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
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
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
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
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:
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
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
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
There are differences in the UK terms and the US terms. Beginning |beg | Back loop |bl | Back Post |bp
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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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
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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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
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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