Want to skip that long chain at the beginning of a new crochet project? Then you need foundation single crochet (FSC)! Learn why chainless foundations are my favorite way to begin a crochet project in this step-by-step video tutorial. This post may contain affiliate links, which help to support this site at no extra cost to you when you purchase through one of our links. Today I am excited to share one of my favorite crochet tricks with you all! When I first learned how to work the foundation single crochet (also know as a chainless foundation single crochet), it blew my mind and totally changed the way I started a lot of my crochet projects. If you have never tried foundation single crochet (abbreviated FSC), keep reading because I think you are going to love this technique! ... [Read More]
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How to Crochet the Moss Stitch (Granite, Linen 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]
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]
How to Crochet Lemon Peel Stitch
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]
New Video: Foundation Single Crochet
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]
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]