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Creating a Modern Design Using Traditional Elements

Tips on Creating a Charming Parasol

  I love incorporating traditional lace into modern designs, using old motifs and techniques as inspiration. I started designing dresses and parasols in 2005 and have been perfecting my craft ever since....

Tips on Creating a Charming Parasol

  I love incorporating traditional lace into modern designs, using old motifs and techniques as inspiration. I started designing dresses and parasols in 2005 and have been perfecting my craft ever since....

Join-As-You-Go With Slip Stitch

Join-As-You-Go With Slip Stitch

The blocks in my Pinky The Piggy Blanket are joined using the Join-As-You-Go technique, where each block is made individually and joined to the previous blocks with sl sts while working the...

Join-As-You-Go With Slip Stitch

The blocks in my Pinky The Piggy Blanket are joined using the Join-As-You-Go technique, where each block is made individually and joined to the previous blocks with sl sts while working the...

Join-As-You-Go With Arches

Join-As-You-Go With Arches

Using the Join-As-You-Go technique, motifs can be joined by slip-stitching through the corresponding arches of the final round to the next motif in the middle of the arches. For instance,...

Join-As-You-Go With Arches

Using the Join-As-You-Go technique, motifs can be joined by slip-stitching through the corresponding arches of the final round to the next motif in the middle of the arches. For instance,...

The Benefits of Steam Blocking

The Benefits of Steam Blocking

Steam-blocking is an efficient method that enhances the appearance of your knit/crochet projects, just remember that not all fibers can handle hot steam. For instance, acrylic will melt or lose...

The Benefits of Steam Blocking

Steam-blocking is an efficient method that enhances the appearance of your knit/crochet projects, just remember that not all fibers can handle hot steam. For instance, acrylic will melt or lose...

Join-As-You-Go With Single Crochet

Join-As-You-Go With Single Crochet

Join-as-you-go with Single Crochet is a great technique for connecting individually made motifs while working the last round of each motif. To complete a sc-join, insert the hook into the indicated stitch...

Join-As-You-Go With Single Crochet

Join-as-you-go with Single Crochet is a great technique for connecting individually made motifs while working the last round of each motif. To complete a sc-join, insert the hook into the indicated stitch...

The Science of Accurate Crochet Gauge for Flat Circles

Accurate Crochet Gauge for Flat Circles

What causes the edges of a crochet circle to not lie flat, despite following the instructions, recommended hook size, and yarn accurately? Several factors can lead to ruffling or tightening...

Accurate Crochet Gauge for Flat Circles

What causes the edges of a crochet circle to not lie flat, despite following the instructions, recommended hook size, and yarn accurately? Several factors can lead to ruffling or tightening...