How to Substitute Yarn

You have found a wonderful pattern, but can’t find the recommended yarn. What can you do? Can you substitute? Absolutely!! Find out how to substitute yarn in that gorgeous pattern.

Most patterns are written for a specific yarn and you will get the best results by using that recommended brand, however, you can easily substitute the yarn with another. Here are a few hints and tips for finding your best match.

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LEARN TO CROCHET – PART 12 Finishing

Your blocks are done!! And now it is time to put them all together and finish that gorgeous afghan you have been working very hard to create. This is the last of our twelve part series. To find links to all the posts, please see Part 1.

If you would like the entire series in one convenient PDF, you may purchase the e-book in my Etsy shop!

Today’s post is rather long as you will be learning two things.  How to block your squares and how to join your squares.  I have also included some links to borders should you decide to add a decorative edge to your afghan.

LET’S FINISH THIS MASTERPIECE!!

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LEARN TO CROCHET PART 11 – How to Change Colors

If you are just joining us, this is Part 11 in our 12 part Learn to Crochet Series. To find out more on how to learn, please visit Part 1.

Each month, we have been learning how to crochet three different blocks.  After finishing this Part, you will have 30 different blocks in total that we will learn to stitch together in December to make a wonderful lap-sized afghan perfect for Christmas gift giving, although, you may be tempted to keep this for yourself to use for snuggling on the couch.

If you would like the entire series in one convenient PDF, you may purchase the e-book in my Etsy shop!

When I asked everyone if I should use 2 or 3 colors or stick to a monochromatic afghan, I had an ulterior motive!  If you are counting, I have crocheted 9 squares in each color.  I need 3 more squares.  Yes, I could make one more square of each color BUT….I would rather show you how to change colors in your work.  So lets get crocheting!!

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LEARN TO CROCHET PART 10 – Let’s Get Fancy

If you are just joining us, this is Part 10 in our 12 part Learn to Crochet Series. To find out more on how to learn, please visit Part 1.

Each month, we have been learning how to crochet three different blocks.  After 10 months (in November, you will have 30 different blocks in total that we will learn to stitch together in December to make a wonderful lap-sized afghan perfect for Christmas gift giving, although, you may be tempted to keep this for yourself to use for snuggling on the couch.

Our crochet along is finished, but you can start anytime and work at your own pace.

If you would like the entire series in one convenient PDF, you may purchase the e-book in my Etsy shop!

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Learn to Crochet – Part 9 Foundation Rows

If you want to learn to crochet, join us in making this cozy Afghan.  Each month, beginning in February, you will learn how to crochet three different blocks.  After 10 months (in November, you will have 30 different blocks in total that we will learn to stitch together in December to make a wonderful lap-sized afghan perfect for Christmas gift giving, although, you may be tempted to keep this for yourself to use for snuggling on the couch.

Our crochet along is finished, but you can start anytime and work at your own pace.

If you would like the entire series in one convenient PDF, you may purchase the e-book in my Etsy shop!

This is the ninth part of the twelve-month series.   Refer to Part 1 for links to all eight of the past posts.

Let’s start crocheting!

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Learn to Crochet Part 8 – Shell Stitch

If you want to learn to crochet, join us in making this cozy Afghan.  Each month, beginning in February, you will learn how to crochet three different blocks.  After 10 months (in November, you will have 30 different blocks in total that we will learn to stitch together in December to make a wonderful lap-sized afghan perfect for Christmas gift giving, although, you may be tempted to keep this for yourself to use for snuggling on the couch.

Our crochet along is finished, but you can start anytime and work at your own pace.

If you would like the entire series in one convenient PDF, you may purchase the e-book in my Etsy shop!

This is the eighth part of the twelve-month series.   Refer to Part 1 for links to all seven of the past posts.

Let’s start crocheting!

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How to Crochet a Magic Ring

How to crochet a magic ring featured image. Picture depicts finished ring

Magic rings are one of the most useful techniques to learn for crocheting in the round. Once you know how to crochet a magic ring, I am sure you will be using them all the time.

Many patterns ask you to chain two to four stitches, create a loop and then work the first round in that loop. Most times, this loop creates a large hole in the center of your round. But, a magic ring creates a center that is tightly closed.

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Learn to Crochet – Part 7 – C2C

If you want to learn to crochet, join us in making this cozy Afghan.  Each month, beginning in February, you will learn how to crochet three different blocks.  After 10 months (in November, you will have 30 different blocks in total that we will learn to stitch together in December to make a wonderful lap-sized afghan perfect for Christmas gift giving, although, you may be tempted to keep this for yourself to use for snuggling on the couch.

Our crochet along is finished, but you can start anytime and work at your own pace.

If you would like the entire series in one convenient PDF, you may purchase the e-book in my Etsy shop!

This is the seventh part of the twelve-month series.   Refer to Part 1 for links to all six past posts.

Let’s start crocheting!

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