Learn to make a double crochet decrease, also called a double crochet two together (dc2tog) with this video, written instructions, and photos. There is also a chart and written pattern at the end to make a small swatch to practice your new skill. To learn to make a double crochet, see this post.
In the samples seen in this video and post, I used Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice yarn.
Learn how to make a double crochet (dc), how to turn to start a new row, and how to make a double crochet into the previous row.
Learn how to make the half double crochet, how to turn to start a new row, and how to make a half double crochet into the previous row.
Weather you are learning to crochet or teaching someone to crochet, this single crochet video tutorial and written tutorial is for you.
Little Fans Pillow Cover Crochet Pattern Easy Skill Level Designed by Jessie Rayot Four squares of little fans stitches add a nice texture to this pillow cover. The sample in this pattern is sewn onto a fabric lining, and has a fabric back as well, instructions are included. However, there is no reason why you could not make 2 of the crochet fronts and stitch them together to make an entirely crochet pillow cover, if you can’t or don’t want … Read more
Learn to join the top of a row of single crochet to the top of another row of single crochet. This technique is a great way to join your crochet without gaps.
This funky flower is reminiscent of the 70’s! It’s crocheted in the round, with a slip stitch outline.
Learn to make the single crochet, and how to place it in the front loop only or the back loop only. There are 2 videos, one with just the basic single crochet, and the second which shows turning your rows, and working in the front loop or back loop only. There are written instructions with photos, and a practice piece at the end so you can improve your skills. There are also a few patterns linked at the end to … Read more
Did you know that March is National Crochet Month? It is! I have some fun things lined up for you. I have set a goal of giving you at least 8 free patterns on this blog this month, and 2 Stitchopedia entries. PLUS, I want to give away some of my sale patterns. I have chosen several dates and times throughout the month to give away a pattern. Whoever posts a comment on my blog, replies to or retweets a … Read more
That’s right! I am finally student loan free! You see, it was my goal to be able to pay off one of our student loans with our tax return. Doug’s loan has a smaller balance owed and a lower monthly minimum payment, so the goal was to pay off mine, thus lessening our monthly bills more than if we paid off Doug’s. However, when we saw what our tax return was going to be it looked like we would have … Read more
