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32 Free Pastel Patterns | Crochet and Knit

As spring comes, light and bright colors come with it! Many people change up their wardrobes and decor to feature more pastel shades. Of course, pastels are also popular year-round for babies and little kids! Whatever your reason, find some stunning pastel patterns to crochet and knit in this collection of Yarnspirations patterns. Blankets These […]

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Top 12 Ravelry Free Crochet Patterns by Marly Bird

Looking for great Ravelry free crochet patterns? Here are twelve of my most popular designs on the site. Enjoy!

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17 Knit Animal Hats | Free Patterns

Whether for yourself or a loved one, animal hats are always popular! They’re an easy way to create a costume, or just add a bit of whimsy to your everyday cold weather clothes. Bonus: Don’t miss the crochet animal hats! Costume Hats Dino Stripes Knit Hat Man’s Best Friend Knit Hat Bashful Bear Child’s Scoodie […]

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Cables are not JUST for Knitters: (BiCrafty Bootcamp: Beginner Crochet Lessons for Knitters: Lesson 10)

Whether you’re a master cabler in knitting, or just a wannabe cabler, no one can deny the beauty of a cable. The dimension and texture a cable adds to any project, whether it be a hat, sweater, or scarf like we’ll be making this week, the cable screams sophistication! And you may think that cables […]

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37 Crochet Animal Hats | Free Patterns

Crochet animal hats for yourself and everyone in your family with this free collection of Yarnspirations patterns! Bears, owls, dogs, cats, foxes, sloths, bunnies, pandas and more are represented! Reindeer Crochet Hats Snowy Owl Crochet Hat Crochet Kitty Hat and Cowl Crochet Sloth Hat Bumblebee Hat Picture Perfect Penguin Hat Cutie Cub Crochet Hat Kitten […]

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13 Circle in Square Crochet and Knit Free Patterns

Circles made into squares are a common choice for many afghans and pillows. Knit or crochet the circle in a colorful shade, then make the square part neutral so they really stand out. These circle in square crochet and knit patterns can be used to create all kinds of different things. To make a circle, […]

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Knit Happy With Self-Striping Yarn Book Review

Book reviews on the Marly Bird site are written by team member Kathryn unless otherwise noted. This is her review of Stephanie Lotven’s book “Knit Happy with Self-Striping Yarn: Bright, Fun and Colorful Sweaters and Accessories Made Easy.” Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I receive commission from sales made using those links. Your price […]

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Crochet Stitch Anatomy: (BiCrafty Bootcamp: Beginner Crochet Lessons for Knitters: Lesson 9)

BiCrafty Bootcamp Crochet Lessons: learn crochet stitch anatomy, working in front and back loops, third loop, and around posts.

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33 Free Polka Dot Patterns | Crochet and Knit

Polka dots add a fun accent to any pattern! Switch up colors to make them using colorwork techniques, add them using embroidery, use a textured stitch, or sew on polka dots as appliques. No matter which way you make them, you can add polka dots to any pattern you’d like! Polka Dots on Home Decor […]

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Inspiration! Start Your Free Trial for Creativebug Art and Craft Classes

Take free knitting and crochet and craft classes and get other big discounts at Creativebug, a learning platform for creative people.

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