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Sweet Simple Tote Bag with Colorful Stripes and Pom Pom and Tassel Bag Charms

How to Crochet a Sweet Simple Tote Bag

05/29/2019

The Sweet Simple Tote Bag is both fun and functional. The handbag is made in one continuous piece starting from the base. Two strands of yarn are held together throughout to create a strong bag. Because it’s thick, a lining is not necessary. And it’s made with just single crochet stitches, so there’s no complicated stitch patterns to remember. Stripes along with pompom and tassel bag decorations add a fresh splash of color. […]

Crochet Reversible Heart Square for Picture Graph Chart Blanket and Graphghan

How to Crochet Reversible Heart Square

06/24/2019

Here is a nice reversible 12-inch heart square you can crochet using a graph or chart. It uses 3 colors and a technique called intarsia crochet. […]

How to Crochet the Bead Stitch

08/28/2019

The bead stitch is a fun textured stitch pattern made with just yarn but no actual beads. This is a great stitch for blankets, rugs, handbags, hats, scarves, or anything where you don’t want an open lace pattern – but are looking for something more than just a plain stitch. […]

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How to Crochet Bullion Stitch Border

08/21/2019

The crochet bullion stitch border is a fun edging for a blanket, shawl, scarf, and more. It is made with a modified bullion stitch done around a chain. It forms a nice shell or scallop border along a crochet or even knit item. It definitely has a 3D puffy look to it, so it adds some interest to blankets and especially scarves. […]

How to Crochet the Chromatic Phone Case

08/07/2019

Here’s a fun way to crochet a chromatic phone case for your cell. Start with two solid granny squares, turn them, and sew them together. Makes a nice gift! […]

Here’s a really nice and easy shell stitch pattern. It’s good for blankets, scarves, shawls, handbags and more. I find this one is easy to remember. Row 2 is repeated throughout the pattern. So once you learn that one (and it’s just double crochet stitches and single crochets) – the stitch pattern works up very quickly. […]