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  • Crochet 101
  • Freebies
    • Freebie: Guide to Crochet Blanket Sizes
    • The Beginner’s Guide to Crochet Ebook
    • The Ultimate Guide to Sizing Hats
    • 5 Things Every Crocheter Needs Checklist
    • My Favorite Books for Crochet Stitches + Knitting & Crochet Patterns
    • Crochet Abbreviations: Making Sense of US vs UK Crochet Terms
    • Resource Library
  • Roundups
    • 9 Ways to Make Money Crocheting and Work from Home
    • 20+ Free Crochet Sweater Patterns for Adults and Kids!
    • My Top 10 Favorite Free Patterns for Crochet Flowers
    • 15 Free Crochet Patterns to Try This Summer
    • Top 10 Free Crochet Slippers Patterns
    • 10 QUICK Crochet Gifts Ideas + Free Printable Tags!
  • Start a Blog!
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  • CrochetCrochet Patterns

    20+ Baby Crochet Patterns: Quick Crochet Ideas for Boys & Girls!

    by Shehla Ahmed November 2, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed November 2, 2018

    I come from a really big family and there are always kids running around, wreaking havoc and making people laugh. I love being an aunt to…

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    Makers Gift Guide: 20+ Gift Ideas for Crocheters & Knitters!

    by Shehla Ahmed October 26, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed October 26, 2018

    I’m always curious about other crocheters, knitters, and makers keep in their stashes. With the holidays coming up, I thought now would be a great…

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    My Favorite Books for Crochet Stitches + Knitting & Crochet Patterns

    by Shehla Ahmed October 24, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed October 24, 2018

    Since I started working with yarn, I’ve slowly been building up my library of knitting & crochet-related books. Whether I’m looking for pattern inspiration, color…

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    Crochet for Beginners with the Beginner’s Guide to Crochet FREE Ebook

    by Shehla Ahmed October 22, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed October 22, 2018

    About 10 years, I decided I was going to learn how to crochet. I looked all over the internet for resources to help me out…

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  • CrochetCrochet Patterns

    The Fireworks Throw: Free Crochet Blanket Pattern

    by Shehla Ahmed October 19, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed October 19, 2018

    Is there anything better than snuggling up in a blanket that falls just right? My sisters and I have a bunch of fuzzy fleece blankets…

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  • KnittingKnitting Patterns

    Athena: Free Knitting Pattern for Fingerless Gloves

    by Shehla Ahmed October 12, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed October 12, 2018

    A few years ago, I was given a gorgeous skein of multi-colored merino wool from Manos Del Uruguay. It was so soft and warm, I…

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  • CrochetCrochet Patterns

    20+ Free Crochet Sweater Patterns for Adults and Kids!

    by Shehla Ahmed October 5, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed October 5, 2018

    I’ve been living in sweaters for the last week, and it really does feel like sweater weather is settling in (you never know in Chicago!).…

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    The Mulberry Throw: Thick and Easy Crochet Blanket Pattern

    by Shehla Ahmed September 28, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed September 28, 2018

    Over the summer, we’ve been making a bunch of blankets to snuggle up in once it gets chilly. Aside from the baby blankets like this…

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  • CrochetCrochet Tutorials

    How to Crochet Hat Sizes in 3 Easy Steps + Hat Sizing Freebie

    by Shehla Ahmed September 14, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed September 14, 2018

    It’s beanie season and while I’ve shared a few beanie patterns, I wanted to talk about crochet hat sizes. When I started crocheting ten years…

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    Pumpkin Spice Beanie: Easy Double Crochet Beanie Pattern

    by Shehla Ahmed September 8, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed September 8, 2018

    It’s officially the start of Fall and with that comes beanies, hot chocolate, crispy leaves and all things pumpkin spice. I’mt not a huge fan…

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