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I recently wrote about how to crochet with embroidery floss, and I wanted to come up with a project you could try that would actually make something useful, so I made this crochet bookmark. It uses an easy mesh pattern that is all chains and slip stitches (plus one row of single crochet on each […]
If you’re used to crocheting with heavier yarn, the idea of crocheting with embroidery floss can be intimidating. But actually embroidery thread isn’t as thin as some threads used for fine crochet work, so it’s a nice transition between yarn and thread if you want to work your way down to being able to use […]
I’ve shared knit shorts patterns and a couple of sets of shorts sewing patterns, so it’s high time we get some crochet shorts patterns, too! Crochet shorts are quick and easy to make and you might be surprised they are generally good for new crocheters to make because they usually use simple stitches. There might […]
If you like to knit stripes or colorwork where the colors change regularly, you’ll want to learn how to carry yarn up as you knit so you don’t have as many ends to weave in. Why Carry Yarn Up? Before we get to how to carry yarn up, you might be wondering why you would […]
Of all the basic sewing and mending skills out there, the most basic is knowing how to thread a needle. If you know how to do it you might wonder how you could not know, but I’ve encountered plenty of people who weren’t exactly sure or had trouble threading a needle, so let’s get into […]
I have this button down shirt that I love but it also doesn’t quite fit, so I came up with this way to make a shirt bigger so it fits better. This is a technique that works for button-down shirts with folded over button bands, or you can add a different fabric to move the […]
With the news that the big four sewing pattern makers brands have been sold to a liquidator (hat tip to Abby at the Craft Industry Alliance), I’m seeing a lot of questions about independent sewing designers, where you find them and how to know if you’re getting a good pattern. I will start this by […]