The single crochet stitch is one of the most basic stitches we use in crochet. It is a great stitch to use when you want a denser fabric, such as when making a crocheted bag. Even though the single crochet stitch is a basic stitch, it is far from boring! You can change the look…
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Learn to Crochet the Alternate Double Crochet Cluster Stitch
When we first learn to work the double crochet cluster stitch, we learn to begin the first cluster stitch of the row with either a chain 2 or a chain 3. While these methods are great when we’re first learning, eventually we begin to notice that both of them cause unsightly gaps in our work…
Learn to Crochet the 2 Double Crochet Cluster Stitch
Cluster stitches can be created using 2 or more stitches and several different basic stitches. They are worked in a similar fashion as stitches where you’d work 2 together (think of them as a relative to a 2 tog stitch), but the difference between a cluster stitch and a stitch worked 2 together is that…
How to Crochet Spike Stitch – Step-by-Step Tutorial
The crochet spike stitch is a super simple stitch that is used to add visual interest to projects. You may have also seen it referred to as a long single crochet or elongated single crochet. It is worked like a regular single crochet with the exception of where you place your hook to begin the…
Chic Sheep Yarn by Marly Bird – Free Patterns & Yarn Review
A little over a year ago, my friend Marly sent me a message late one evening. She asked if I would design a sweater for the launch of her brand new yarn line, Chic Sheep Yarn by Marly Bird! I was so excited and honored that she had asked me, I just couldn’t believe it!…
How to Crochet – Alternate Treble Crochet (Chainless Treble Crochet)
When we first learn to work the treble crochet stitch in rows, we learn one of the two following methods: Chain 3 (does not count as a stitch), work the first tr in the first st. Chain 4 (counts as first tr), work the first tr in the next st. While these methods are great when we’re first…