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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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    Stormborn Cowl: An Easy Leather + Crochet Cowl Pattern

    by Shehla Ahmed September 1, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed September 1, 2018

    So I’ve been reading a LOT of Game of Thrones lately, and it’s gotten me in the mood to work on thicker, chunky projects. As…

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  • KnittingKnitting Patterns

    Twisted Cables Throw: Free Chunky Knit Blanket Pattern

    by Shehla Ahmed August 17, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed August 17, 2018

    Last year, I was commissioned to make a couple large throw blankets for a couple who wanted to use them as employee holiday gifts. We…

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    How to Crochet an Afghani Hat: Easy Crochet Hat Pattern

    by Shehla Ahmed August 8, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed August 8, 2018

    Ever since I was little, my dad wore the same hat every Friday as we went to the masjid for prayer. It wasn’t a typical…

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  • KnittingKnitting Patterns

    Crossover Baby Booties: 2 Free Knitting Patterns for Beginners

    by Shehla Ahmed July 6, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed July 6, 2018

    Today I have a very simple knitting pattern to share with you guys, and it’s these adorable crossover baby booties. These baby booties are made…

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    How to Read Crochet Patterns – Abbreviations, Gauge, Tips and more!

    by Shehla Ahmed June 29, 2018
    by Shehla Ahmed June 29, 2018

    Today, I’m finally getting around to writing about a topic that you have been asking about for a long time: how to read crochet patterns!…

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