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Avoid a Loose Ribbing in your Knit Hat

When knitting a hat with a knit 2, purl 2 ribbing I see many beginnings struggle to get their tension just right. In this video I will show you a little trick to get perfectly even ribbing for your next hat project. *This post contains affiliate links. By clicking one of these link and making […]

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12 FREE Crochet Christmas Tree Skirt Patterns

When the holidays roll around I love to make things for my home that will make it a little more festive. Each year there is something new that I make in my home. Usually after looking around I will see something and think, “I could design something to decorate that” and get to work. I […]

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Thursday Trivia with Marly Bird 12/7/17 to 12/13/17

It’s time for Thursday Trivia with Marly Bird and Red Heart Yarns! *This post contains affiliate links. If you click on one of the links and make a purchase a small portion will go back to the blog. Thank you for your support* What can you win in Thursday Trivia: For you to have a […]

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Free Crochet Pattern-The Granny Lace Crochet Cardigan

I always talk about the importance of checking gauge before starting a project and today I want to show you one of the cool ways that you can use this information to your advantage. The Granny Lace Crochet Cardigan is a spin off pattern from the Marly’s Granny Square Cardigan. The Marly’s Granny Square Crochet […]

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Free Beginner Preemie Hat Pattern for Charity

The Free Beginner Preemie Hat Pattern for Charity a simple pattern that even an absolute beginner knitter can make. Choose any color of Baby Hugs, by Red Heart ® Yarns, print the pattern, and watch the step-by-step video tutorial showing you everything you need to make this free beginner preemie hat pattern for charity. *This post […]

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10 Things to do with Super Bulky Yarn

Thick yarn making quick projects is a trend lately. Who doesn’t enjoy a quick project now and then? With the holidays right around the corner it is time to start thinking about how we will accomplish all that we want and thick yarn is a great answer. Today I want to share with you 10 […]

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Knit and Crochet Gift Ideas and Stocking Stuffers

Around this time of year most knitters and crocheters start to focus on making gifts for others. It can be hard for those that we know and love to find the perfect gift for us. My team has put together a list of knit and crochet gift ideas for you to use for gifting or […]

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Free Pattern Easy Crochet Modern Granny Square Stocking

The [free pattern] Easy Crochet Modern Granny Square Stocking is a modern day take on an old favorite. This cute stocking uses wonderful on trend colors of Chic Sheep by Marly Bird yarn to get a modern day look.   *This post contains affiliate links. By clicking one of the links and making a purchase […]

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Chat with Mason Dixon Knitting and Marly Bird

Join Marly Bird and guest Ann & Kay, of Mason Dixon Knitting, on the Yarn Thing Podcast at 10am MST on Tuesday November 28th. *This post contains affiliate links. By clicking one of these links and making a purchase a small portion comes back to the blog. The price you pay will not change. Thank […]

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Thursday Trivia with Marly Bird and Red Heart 11/23/17 to 11/29/17

It’s time for Thursday Trivia with Marly Bird and Red Heart Yarns! *This post contains affiliate links. If you click on one of the links and make a purchase a small portion will go back to the blog. Thank you for your support* What can you win in Thursday Trivia: For you to have a […]

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