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Pattern Tutorials

Marly's Granny Square Cardigan Crochet Along Video 2 Motif and Join as You Go (For Left Handed)

Follow along with he 2016 CAL with a free crochet pattern by Marly Bird.

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My First Knit Socks on Double Pointed Needles Part 1 of 6 KAL

Join the My First Knit Socks on Double Pointed Needles Knit-Along. Learn how to knit socks step by step with the support of the knitting community.

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Sweet Home Cozy Up Beginner Knit Throw Blanket

Learn how to knit the Sweet Home Cozy Up Beginner Throw Blanket. Follow the tutorial and create a warm and inviting knitted blanket for your home.

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My First Socks with Marly Bird Part 2 of 6 KAL

Continue the My First Socks with Marly Bird KAL with Part 2. Learn new techniques and make progress on your sock knitting project.

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Marly's Granny Square Cardigan Crochet Along Video 1 Sizing and Measurements

Follow along with he 2016 CAL with a free crochet pattern by Marly Bird.

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Pattern Tutorials

Marly's Granny Square Cardigan Crochet Along Video Week 3 Edging (Right Hand)

Follow along with he 2016 CAL with a free crochet pattern by Marly Bird.

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Marly's Granny Square Cardigan Crochet Along Video Recap Week 1

Follow along with he 2016 CAL with a free crochet pattern by Marly Bird.

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Marly's Granny Square Cardigan Crochet Along Video 5 Collar

Follow along with he 2016 CAL with a free crochet pattern by Marly Bird.

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Pattern Tutorials

Marly's Granny Square Cardigan Crochet Along Video Join As You Go (JAYGO Right Handed)

Follow along with he 2016 CAL with a free crochet pattern by Marly Bird.

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Marly Bird Poncho CAL Part 4 of 4

Join Part 4 of the Marly Bird Poncho CAL. Complete your poncho and celebrate your crochet achievement with the community.

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My First Knit Sweater Knit-along Week 5 LIVE Q&A with Marly

Join the live Q&A session with Marly Bird in Week 5 of the My First Knit Sweater Knit-Along. Get expert advice and share your knitting journey.

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Wet Blocking and Steam Blocking Acrylic Yarn (Crochet Stitch Sampler Baby Blanket #11)

Learn about wet blocking and steam blocking acrylic yarn in this video tutorial. Achieve a professional finish for your crochet stitch sampler baby blanket.