What is a Prayer Shawl? (May 2017)

The Original Prayer shawl designed by Janet Bristow and Victoria Galo. Prayer shawl. Peace shawl. Comfort shawl. Mantle. Whatever name you give them, they serve the same purpose. These are a wearable hug crafted with love and intent from maker to recipient. Whether it be personal words, verse, song, prayer, mantra, or something else, it is…

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12 Patterns to Crochet for Your Home

Baskets shown are crocheted using Fast Track yarn. Making for the home can be one of the most satisfying ways to use your crafting skills. The sense of accomplishment you get when you look around and can say, I made that, is something special. Or perhaps you gift your finished items to family and friends…

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Learn to Knit Lesson 3: The Purl Stitch

Last time we learned how to do the garter stitch, the easiest knit stitch! Now, since you have that under your belt, who’s ready to learn how to purl? It is super easy and once you learn this, knitting patterns will get easier and easier! Purl Stitch Background: P=Purl Last week we learned that knitting…

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