Edie Eckman - Knit & Crochet
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Follow Edie Eckman's blog for expert yet simple guides on Crochet knitting - covering everything from beginner learning techniques to professional pattern-writing skills, and a lot more in between. Edie is a Freelance knit and crochet designer, published author, teacher, and technical editor.
Edie Eckman - Knit & Crochet
1M ago
Elevate your winter headgear collection with the Tuileries Beret, a beret knit in a fun bouclé yarn. The bright pink color is a pick-me-up for the coldest winter days, reminding you of the promise of spring. It’s a color you might see in the beautiful Tuileries Gardens in Paris. (Prounounce it “twee-luh-REE”.) The hat is… Read More »Knitting Pattern: Tuileries Beret
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Edie Eckman - Knit & Crochet
3M ago
Here’s a knitting pattern to keep your hands warm and looking good! The Socrates Gloves knitting pattern is an easily customizable design for advanced beginner and intermediate knitters. What better gift for you or someone you love than a pair of warm handknit gloves? These gloves feature an easy lace faggoting pattern on the back… Read More »Knitting Pattern: Socrates Gloves
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Edie Eckman - Knit & Crochet
4M ago
Discover the joy of knitting with the easy, quick-to-knit beanie style McLean Hat. The simple stockinette stitch design is offset by a contrasting color slip stitch that is easy enough for beginning knitters and adds a touch of interest for more experienced knitters. The bulky yarn means that you can probably whip up a hat… Read More »Free Knitting Pattern: McLean Hat
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Edie Eckman - Knit & Crochet
4M ago
Here’s one for the granny square lovers! If you can crochet a granny square, you can crochet this Granny Pillow! One large granny square hugs the pillow form at an angle, while a smaller square puts the finishing touches on the front. The pattern includes a tutorial for a nice, balanced seaming method that highlights… Read More »Free Crochet Pattern: Granny Pillow II
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Edie Eckman - Knit & Crochet
4M ago
New crocheters looking for simple, skill-building projects need look no further than 60 Quick Crochet Projects for Beginners, a new book from Sixth&Spring Books. The easy projects include cozy accessories, afghan, bags, and other projects aimed at ensuring a successful outcome for the newest crocheters. Soho Publishing provided a copy of 60 Quick Crochet Projects… Read More »Book Review: 60 Quick Crochet Projects for Beginners
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Edie Eckman - Knit & Crochet
4M ago
Want to fine-tune the height of your crochet stitches? Try extended stitches! Extended crochet stitches are a method of creating a crochet stitch that is between the height of each of the standard stitches like single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet. What is an extended crochet stitch? At its most basic, an extended… Read More »Extended Crochet Stitches
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Edie Eckman - Knit & Crochet
5M ago
What do all those crochet symbols mean? How do I follow instructions if there are no words? Knowing how to read crochet symbol diagrams will enhance your crocheting skills in many ways. Crochet symbol diagrams (also known as “charts”) are a visual representation of the crochet stitches, making them perfect for visual learners. They rely… Read More »Learn to Read Crochet Symbol Diagrams
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Edie Eckman - Knit & Crochet
6M ago
A stay-on-your-shoulders wrap in a season-spanning style, the Melbourne Shawl crochet pattern is a real winner! A five-sided open square creates the generous drape of this shawl. The extra side means that it wraps securely and stays in place. How many different ways can you style it? This page contains affiliate links which may pay… Read More »Melbourne Shawl Crochet Pattern
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Edie Eckman - Knit & Crochet
7M ago
Get your spook on with this bat beanie hat knitting pattern! And it’s even creepier at night, when the white bats glow eerily in the dark! This fun and festive knitting project is perfect for adding a touch of spooky style to your wardrobe, whether at Halloween or at any time of the year. The… Read More »Spooky Bat Beanie Knitting Pattern
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Edie Eckman - Knit & Crochet
8M ago
Granny squares are a perennially popular motif, and are a fantastic way to get into making motifs. They’re simple for anyone to make, even beginners, and like all motifs they can be recombined into a wide variety of projects. To celebrate Granny Square Day, I’ve pulled my resources on granny squares together here. Classes About… Read More »Granny Square Guide
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