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  • How to C2C Crochet Tutorial + Video Tutorial!

    by Shehla Ahmed May 6, 2020

    C2C crochet is a different technique of crocheting where you work in diagonal rows instead of the regular horizontal rows. This style of crochet really…

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  • How to Star Stitch Crochet Tutorial [Video + Written]

    by Shehla Ahmed May 7, 2019

    Hey everyone! Today, I’m going to show you how to work one of my favorite stitches: the star stitch. This stitch is like a sunburst…

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  • Crochet 101: How to Work a Half Double Crochet (HDC) + Video

    by Shehla Ahmed March 18, 2019

    A half double crochet stitch is similar to a single crochet, except a little bit taller. It’s a great stitch for creating fabrics that are…

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  • Sofie’s Super Plush Crochet Blanket: Free Pattern with Blanket Yarn

    by Shehla Ahmed March 8, 2019

    If there’s anyone that knows how to be comfortable, it’s my sister, Sofie. She’s always in the comfiest outfits and even has her workspace set…

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  • Crochet 101: How to Single Crochet (with Video Tutorial)

    by Shehla Ahmed January 16, 2019

    Last time in our Crochet 101 series, we covered how to create a foundation chain using a chain stitch. Once you have that foundation chain,…

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  • Crochet 101: Creating the Foundation Chain (Chain Stitch)

    by Shehla Ahmed January 15, 2019

    If you’re here, I’m assuming you are ready to dive right in and get started crocheting and you know what? You’re already killing it just…

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  • My Favorite Books for Crochet Stitches + Knitting & Crochet Patterns

    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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  • Easy Crochet Coasters Pattern + Crochet for Beginners Freebie!

    by Shehla Ahmed June 1, 2018

    I love coasters, and these crochet coasters are a combination of some of my favorite things. The other day, my actual cork coaster just crumbled…

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  • 500 Crochet Stitches to Inspire the Modern Maker

    by Shehla Ahmed March 5, 2018

    It’s crazy how popular crochet has become in such a short time, and I think a huge part of that is because people are learning…

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  • Epic Crafty Giveaway!

    by Shehla Ahmed January 1, 2018

    Happy New Year, everyone! I did a lot of big things with the blog in 2017, but I think I held myself back in some…

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