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Pattern Tutorials

Crochet a Christmas Tree

Cute and funky Christmas trees bring a smile to your face.

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Crochet A Cabled Afghan | With The Crochet Crowd

Crochet a cabled afghan with Mikey from The Crochet Crowd! This blanket features beautiful textured panels made with worsted weight yarn.

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Crochet a Dishcloth: Over the Rainbow

Crochet from the middle out with these exciting, colorful dishcloths in Lily Sugar 'n Cream!

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Crochet a Cowl: Shells Cowl

A modern and chic crocheted cowl.

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Crochet A Corner to Corner Blanket

Learn how to crochet a corner-to-corner blanket. Follow our video tutorial and create a versatile and visually appealing afghan.

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Crochet a Blanket: Summer Waves Afghan

Stitched in solid and variegated shades of Bernat Blanket Brights yarn, this bright blanket is easy to crochet.

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Crochet A Graphghan: Catch A Wave

Bring the beach home with this crocheted pillow in Bernat Maker Home Dec.

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Crochet a Dishcloth: Spring Dahlia

This circular Dahlia dishcloth is a burst of sunshine in your kitchen.

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Crochet a Dinosaur Tail Snuggle Sack

Is it a T-Rex? Is it a Triceratops? Make your dinosaur lover happy with the Dino Tail Crochet Snuggle Sack stitched in Bernat Baby Blanket and Blanket Brights.

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Crochet a Granny Square Blanket

Crochet a granny square blanket with our step-by-step video tutorial. Create a classic and timeless piece that showcases your crochet skills.

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Crochet A Cottage Throw

Learn how to crochet a really cool Lily Sugar 'n Cream Cottage Throw .

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Crochet A Child Hat: Ridges Family Hat

Learn how to crochet a child hat.