Less is More, pt. 1: Crochet Decreases

Think you don’t need to know how to work increases and decreases because you only want to make blankets and scarves? Think again–lots of beautiful patterning is created with increases and decreases in both crochet and knitting. Ripple patterns, lace patterns, even some cable patterns will require you to increase and decrease. I wrote about…

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5 Easy Baby Booties to Knit

We’re continuing our baby bootie celebration with a round-up of our favorite baby booties to knit! (To read last week’s post about crochet baby booties, click here.) These patterns are great for beginning knitters and easy to embellish for all occasions. Gansey Booties by Lorraine Goddard (Lobolita) on RavelryMade to stay on baby’s feet, this classic style…

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3 Bridesmaids Gifts to Wow a Wedding Party

Make a beautiful day even more personal by making bridesmaids gifts yourself! Making gifts for bridesmaids is a great way to give a thoughtful gift that is also economical and practical. These gifts won’t take too long to make, and could fit in nicely at the wedding ceremony! Knitted shawls, like the Sweetheart Shawl to the…

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