crochet basket
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Unraveling the Answers: Exploring Common Questions About Crochet

Would you like to learn to crochet or perhaps you already do crochet? Then you probably have loads of questions related to crochet. I am not the leading expert in crochet but I have been crocheting for many years. I was first taught to crochet granny squares by my mum over 40 years ago! This…

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Learn to Crochet Series Part 5: Treble Crochet / Double Treble Stitch (Step by Step)

This is part of a whole series dedicated to learn to crochet. You can see all the tutorials and articles here. If you are using US terms then this tutorial will show you treble crochet stitch and if you are using UK terms this tutorial will show you double treble crochet stitch. It is so confusing that…

letters appliqued to dementia blanket
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Dementia Fidget Blanket – Easy to Make and Adapt!

Sufferers of Dementia including Alzheimer’s often show distress by picking at things with their hands and rubbing them together repeatedly. A great way to sooth such a patient is to provide a tactile stimulation for them. Many people use fidget blankets, sensory blankets, activity mats and twiddle muffs. This tutorial has come from my own…

swatch of double crochet stitch
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Learn to Crochet Series Part 4: Double Crochet Stitch (Treble Crochet Stitch)

This is part of a whole series dedicated to learn to crochet. You can see all the tutorials and articles here. If you are using US terms then this tutorial will show you do double crochet stitch and if you are using UK terms this tutorial will show you how to do treble crochet stitch. It is…

half double crochet stitch start of second row
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Learn to Crochet Series Part 3: Half Double Crochet / Half Treble Crochet Stitch

This is part of a whole series dedicated to learn to crochet. You can see all the tutorials and articles here. If you are using US terms then this tutorial will show you half double crochet and if you are using UK terms this tutorial will show you half treble crochet. It is so confusing that we…

fabric covered plastic bangle bracelets

Turn Trash into Treasure: Transform an Old Plastic Bangle into a Stylish Bangle Bracelet

Is there anything better than taking old stuff and turning it into something new? Well, search your jewellery box and find those old plastic bangles you loved years ago. Then use this tutorial to upcycle them into some stylish bangle bracelets to match your current outfits. As this tutorial is most definitely all about sustainable…

old book page confetti cone

A Fun and Easy Guide to Making Confetti Cones for Brides-to-Be

You must have seen those cute matching confetti cones that people have at their wedding nowadays. Well, why not make your own confetti cones diy? In this article you will learn 3 different ways to make confetti cones for weddings depending on the style you want. If you are looking for that co-ordinated look but…