If you like to Knit or Crochet, these articles will help the beginner get started.

Grandmother's Crochet Tips (2 views)
By Donna Glenn
Learn crochet abbreviations and tips on how to handle the hοοk, wοrk jοintly, chain stitch, slip knοt, and crοchet a single rοw... read more

Learn Why Knitting Patterns Depend On Gauge (125 views)
By Louise Nova
Even though you may want to jump right in there and start using knitting patterns it is definitely a good idea to make a knitting gauge swatch. You don't want skip this step, it's not worth it. A single stitch in one inch can end up really making a big d.. read more

What Are Short Rows And How Can They Help You Improve Your Knitting? (143 views)
By IPRWire Staff Writer
Short rows are a simple technique that every knitter should learn. Inserting short rows can add “depth” to create a more shapely item, and it is a technique that is also used to create soft angles mostly on straight-edged, flat-paneled items. .. read more

Taking Advantage Of Beginners Crochet (197 views)
By Astrid Hopkins
Before we entered a world of technology, there were more skilled craft workers. Now people engage in arts and crafts more for fun rather than for a profit. For people who are interested in crocheting, but are unfamiliar with the process beginners crochet.. read more

Learn Knitting's 6 Yarn Secrets (235 views)
By Alice Seidel
There is nothing like a good yarn, so the story goes! All jokes aside, learning any skill or craft takes time, time you should be devoting to finding out all about it. To learn knitting is no different. Just getting the hang of holding both.. read more

Teddy Bears - Why Not Make Your Own? (186 views)
By John Gibb
A really great present to get for your own child or a relative’s is a teddy bear that you’ve made yourself. Basic teddies are actually surprisingly easy to make, but you’re free to put as little or as much effort in as you want. If you spend a long time o.. read more

Afghan Crochet Pattern Variables (210 views)
By Charles Cox
There is a variation of crochet which has become very popular called the afghan crochet. Afghan crotchet is also known as Tunisian crochet. This particular type of crocheting uses an elongated hook which is equipped with a stopper on the end where the ha.. read more

22 Easy Crochet Tips and Tricks (214 views)
By Joan Yankowitz
Here are some helpful and handy tips and tricks that will make crocheting easier and keep you more organized. 1. When the afghan you’re crocheting becomes too long and heavy, place quilting rings around the end you’ve already finished. It will make it.. read more

Introduction to Crochet (192 views)
By Charles Cox
Some people say the craft of crocheting came from some parts of South America, Arabia and China, but there has been no evidence to support this claim. Crochet became popular during the 1800's in Europe. There are those that believe the process used in.. read more

Crochet and the Fashion World (184 views)
By Charles Cox
It used to be that crochet patterns were used mostly for the home. Lots of crocheters were making a good blanket, afghan or a drink coaster, but now other uses have been found in the world of fashion. They can be used by anybody and finding the right one.. read more

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