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Persia Lou

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How to Crochet the Moss Stitch (Granite, Linen Stitch)

how to crochet the moss stitch

Learn how to crochet the moss stitch, a simple stitch that creates a beautiful textured fabric. This post was originally shared at Crafts Unleashed and may contain affiliate links, which help to support this site.  My crochet stitch posts seem to have been fairly popular, so I thought it was about time for another one. Grab your yarn and hook - it's time to crochet! Today's stitch is one of my very favorites and one that I use all the time – the moss stitch. This stitch goes by many names including the linen stitch, woven stitch, and granite stitch. I actually often think of it as the seed stitch because it reminds me of the knitted seed stitch, but moss stitch seems to be the name most commonly used. Whatever you call it, it is a fabulous stitch that you are going to want in your ... [Read More]

September 11, 2017 5:23 pm Alexis 6 Comments Filed Under: Crochet

How to Crochet the Shell Stitch for Beginners

Learn How to Crochet the Shell Stitch with this step-by-step photo tutorial. This pretty stitch is simple to learn and great for many different types of crochet projects! A version of this post was originally shared by me at Crafts Unleashed. This post contains affiliate links, which help to support this blog. Thanks! Hey there! Today I have another stitch tutorial to share with you all of one of my very favorite stitch patterns - the Shell Stitch. I love this stitch because it creates so much pretty texture and it is simple to learn and remember. It was one of the very first stitch patterns I learned when I was relearning how to crochet, and I still use it all the time! This stitch looks a bit complicated, but it is really pretty simple to learn. It is one of my go-to stitches ... [Read More]

September 6, 2016 1:59 pm Alexis 32 Comments Filed Under: Crochet

How to Crochet Lemon Peel Stitch

How to Crochet Lemon Peel Stitch - step by step tutorial for this simple stitch that gives lots of nice texture.

Learn how to do the Crochet Lemon Peel Stitch, a great basic stitch to have in your arsenal. The Lemon Peel Stitch is very easy to crochet and creates a sturdy fabric with lots of pretty texture. This post may contain affiliate links. See my full disclosure policy here.  Hey there! Ready to learn a fab new crochet stitch today? I hope so because I am sharing one of my very favorite stitch patterns today: the Crochet Lemon Peel Stitch. I love this stitch because it is really simple do and super easy to keep track of (that's a big deal! Everyone loves crochet projects that don't take too much thinking!). It also creates a nice sturdy fabric with beautiful texture, so it is one of my go-to stitches that I use all the time. Crochet Lemon Peel Stitch Materials: Yarn (I used ... [Read More]

May 16, 2016 9:45 am Alexis 42 Comments Filed Under: Crochet

New Video: Foundation Single Crochet

Foundation Single Crochet Video - learn how to make the foundation single crochet stitch

I've got a new crochet basics video up today - the foundation single crochet stitch! This is one of my favorite stitches, and one of my favorite ways to start off a new project. I've used it in all of the these patterns: Tasseled Neckerchief  |  Feather and Fan Baby Blanket  |  Black Cat Slouch Hat Check out the video below, and (please!) subscribe to my little baby youtube channel. I'll be your best friend for always if you do. :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FBi5zxtTI0   Happy Making! ... [Read More]

February 18, 2016 8:45 am Alexis 23 Comments Filed Under: Crochet

New Crochet Video : Feather and Fan Stitch

Happy Friday Friends! Just popping in to let you all know I've just published a new crochet video to my youtube channel. YAY! This video walks you through the feather and fan crochet stitch, which is one of favorite lacy crochet stitches and the stitch I used in my Chunky Feather and Fan Throw and my Feather and Fan Baby Blanket. I would love it if you checked it out and I would love you forever if you subscribed!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HL3SrVOyAGM Have a wonderful weekend! ... [Read More]

February 5, 2016 2:11 pm Alexis 5 Comments Filed Under: Crochet

Foundation Single Crochet (FSC) Photo Tutorial

How to Crochet the Foundation Single Crochet and why you will love it!

The Foundation Single Crochet is my favorite way to start a new crochet project. It replaces chaining and working in chains, which can be difficult. Read on to learn why and how to do the foundation single crochet stitch! This post may contain affiliate links. See my full disclosure policy here.   Many of my crochet patterns start with the foundation single crochet stitch instead of the normal chain foundation followed by single crochet. It may seem like a pain to learn a new stitch when you already know how to chain and single crochet, but the foundation single crochet is absolutely worth it! And I'm going to tell you why. I have both a written/photo tutorial and a video tutorial for you all, so be sure to scroll all the way to the end to find the video. So first off, what is ... [Read More]

February 14, 2014 1:00 pm Alexis Filed Under: Crochet

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