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I’ve put together a list of seven double crochet patterns that incorporate the use of the double crochet stitch that are easy to make. 7 Easy Double Crochet Patterns If you’ve been following along with the Learn to Crochet series here on The Birch Cottage blog, you’ve probably been wondering when I’m going to start actually sharing some real patterns with you, right? I mean,
Learn to make these DIY Terra Cotta Pot Luminaries! As I was planning what to share with Kenarry: Ideas for the Home readers today, I kept thinking about the Painted Terra Cot Pot tutorial that I shared last year. It was one of my favorite DIY projects from last year and, apparently, a favorite of a lot of the readers of Kenarry, too! As I
A magic circle is a great technique to use when you’re crocheting in the round. Although the magic circle is more of a technique than an actual crochet stitch, it’s a great skill to master for all those crocheted beanies, baskets, doilies and granny square projects! In this tenth post in my learn to crochet series, we’re going to learn how to make a magic
I thought it would be nice to create a set of printable care tags for your handmade gifts. Since I’ve been sharing a Learn to Crochet series and encouraging you to make handmade gifts, I thought a set of printable care tags would be a nice added touch. This post contains affiliate links to products I recommend. If you click on a link and make
In this ninth post in my learn to crochet series, we’re going to learn how to half double crochet! We’ve already learned: Crochet Terms and Abbreviations (a free printable chart) Basic Supplies Needed to Crochet How to Hold a Crochet Hook How to Make a Slip Knot How to Hold Crochet Yarn How to Crochet a Chain How to Single Crochet How to Double Crochet
Although I haven’t yet tried to make yogurt in my Instant Pot®, I have managed to try quite a few different recipes. So, today, I thought I’d share 12 of my favorite Instant Pot recipes that I’ve tried so far. You know, we’ll be in the full swing of summer before you know it and I think the electric pressure cooker is the perfect way
Here are seven easy single crochet patterns for the beginner! Since I’ve been sharing a learn to crochet series, I thought I’d round up some easy to crochet patterns that incorporate the stitches you’ve been learning. The first “real” crochet stitch we learned here on The Birch Cottage blog was the Single Crochet (sc) stitch. So, let’s take a look at seven really easy single crochet
Usher in spring with free printable vintage bird illustrations! It’s been a while since I shared any vintage illustrations with you and since spring officially arrives on March 20th, I thought this would be a good time to do exactly that! I thought I’d switch things up a little bit with these vintage bird illustrations. Plus, when I think about spring, I can’t help but
In this eighth post in my learn to crochet series, we’re going to learn how to double crochet! We’ve already learned: Crochet Terms and Abbreviations (a free printable chart) Basic Supplies Needed to Crochet How to Hold a Crochet Hook How to Make a Slip Knot How to Hold Crochet Yarn How to Crochet a Chain How to Single Crochet Materials Used in this Tutorial
Use Mr. Clean® Magic Eraser to make your spring cleaning chores easier! Today, I’m over visiting with Kenarry: Ideas for the Home and sharing not one or two, but 100 uses for Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. It was just a few years ago that I really started using the Magic Eraser. Since then, I’ve found all kinds of uses! For example, I make crustless quiche a lot
Welcome to March! I thought I’d start off the month by offering up some free printable Easter gift tags. Aren’t these Easter designs just adorable? Although I can take credit for creating the gift tags, the artwork is all courtesy of Avery. As I’ve shared before, I just love using Avery Design & Print Online. It allows me (and you) to easily create all sorts
In this seventh post in my learn to crochet series, we’re going to learn how to single crochet! We’ve already learned: Crochet Terms and Abbreviations (a free printable chart) Basic Supplies Needed to Crochet How to Hold a Crochet Hook How to Make a Slip Knot How to Hold Crochet Yarn How to Crochet a Chain Materials Used in this Tutorial This post contains affiliate
