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In crochet, you work with yarn by making loops. You basically pick or loop the yarn with your crochet hook. For a beginner crocheter, even the basic stitches and techniques might seem overwhelming. But fear not! You just need to learn to work on the yarn loops and the rest will follow. Two fundamental techniques – yarn over (YO) and yarn under (YU) – form the foundation of almost every basic crochet stitch therefore every possible creation and project. Understanding these simple maneuvers and their differences unlocks possibilities. To assist you with the concepts of yarn over and yarn under,...

Do you need a reason to knit or crochet? You may or may not need a reason, but an occasion or a special day totally fuels your creativity. Pick up your knitting needles or crochet hooks as we share some exciting ideas for the upcoming holiday. The 4th of July is a time to celebrate all things American with family, friends, and loved ones. Whether Independence Day and the following weekend celebration take the form of a trip to the lake, a barbecue with friends and family, a fireworks show, or even parades, there's always a scope to add a...

Have you started with a crochet project and realized halfway that the project is either too small or too large? Well, the reason is that you missed out on making a gauge swatch first. For the crocheter, a world of endless possibilities unfolds with each colorful skein of yarn. Once you learn the basic crochet stitches, you step into projects. While simple projects such as a scarf or a blanket require only your favorite crochet hooks and yarn, advanced projects require understanding gauge. If you are a crochet beginner, amid the excitement of choosing patterns and stitches, the gauge can...

Are you new to knitting? Want to learn how to transfer stitches from one needle to another? In your crafting journey, there will be a time when you will need to transfer stitches to different knitting needles. This switch may be due to a pattern's instructions, especially when working on a circular knitting needle and switching to double-pointed needles, as you have only a few stitches on the needles that cannot be accommodated on the circulars as it's challenging to move the stitches without them getting stretched and you feeling cramped up. Or, you may not feel confident with the...