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Tunisian Crochet is a very beautiful technique. It combines the attributes of two techniques:  the simplicity of crocheting with the aesthetics and options for knitting. This technique opens new possibilities for designs and patterns that are only possible with Tunisian crocheting. Another name for Tunisian crochet is Afghan Crochet. There is no difference between the two. The yarn, Tunisian crochet hooks and accessories required are the same. How Tunisian Crocheting is different?  Tunisian crochet is easy to learn and master with the right tools. The right tool being the Tunisian crochet hook, which is longer than regular crochet hooks and...

Classic granny squares are back in fashion! Louis Vuitton, Dior, Gucci and many fashion industry bigwigs have included granny square designs in their recent collections. Grandma’s square now comes in the form of dresses, tops, hats, pants, bags - you name it. And the best news is Granny squares are easy to make with any crochet hooks and yarn (even leftovers from other projects). They are the perfect crochet project: quick and creative. So, let yourself get “hooked” on the classic square and start making them. First, let’s get into the nitty-gritty of making a very elementary granny square with...

Albert Einstein once said, “A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.” Keeping those words in mind, let’s discuss the common crochet mistakes that beginners make. When you are new to the craft, you will love to get your hands on a crochet hook and yarn to get straight to a project, but making errors and learning from them are essential steps. It is rather very disheartening to look down at your crochet project and realize that it looks nothing at all like your pattern. But everyone makes mistakes, and even the most experienced crocheter gets used...

Ask any crocheter or knitter if they have enough yarn and they will never say yes. Over their crafting journey, they stash up plenty of yarn, some from finished projects, some from regular to the LYS (local yarn shops), and some even gifts from loved ones. If you are wondering what to do with extra yarn, one ideal solution is a “Stash Blanket”. While you can knit a blanket too, we will discuss a crochet blanket in this blog. It's easy to develop your own pattern or "recipe" using the yarn you have in your collection and the crochet hook that...