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by: Pamela Baker

Learn to Crochet: Printable Crochet Terms Chart

I’m hoping to take a little bit of the mystery out of learning to crochet by sharing this free printable crochet terms chart.When you’re first learning how to crochet, the terminology can be a little confusing and intimidating. Exactly what does “dcbp” mean, anyway? Crochet Terms Below is a list of some of the more commonly used crochet terms. Both below and in the printable

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by: Pamela Baker

How to Colorfast Yarn so Your Colors Don’t Bleed

Ever have a problem with your beautiful crochet project bleeding? Boy, I have! Thus, began my quest to learn how to colorfast yarn! Our youngest daughter, whom I affectionately refer to as “sailor girl”, is 21 years old, serves in the US Navy and just recently moved into her very first apartment. For Valentine’s Day, I wanted to send her a care package that included

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