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Faux fur vest

Hello, crafters! Does anyone have the pattern for faux fur vest either crochet or knit? I'm looking for something, like that:

knitted hat

I just finished this hat. Used Vanna's Choice yarn. I love working with that yarn. The pattern had several sizes so I made the adult but I generally work a bit loose so used a size smaller needle. The hat still came out pretty big--darn it ! I hope somebody will be able to make use of it.

Crochet and Knit Trends 2021-2022

Hello, ladies! Sometimes, I like to monitor Google and find somthing new or interesting in crochet world. So, I decided what is trendy now and for the upcoming autumn and winter. Here are some pictures of what I've found What do you think of them? Do you like any?

Nice and simple crochet shawl pattern

Hello, ladies! I found a pattern for nice and simple shawl and would like to share it with you. You’ll need: 3,5 balls of Knitting Fever Chromatic yarn in Black and White color; Crochet hook G. Size: 24” wide x 60” long. If you want it longer than 60” and wider than 24”, I suggest you buy an extra b…

Mushroom Pillow Pattern for Addi King Knitting Machine

Felting pictures

Hello, ladies! I know, that this website mainly devotes to crochet or knit things, but I want to share with you the results of one of my hobbies - felting pictures. I also like painting, so this craft combines both my passions - work with yarn and painting. Have you tried to make such pictures?

Types of Yarn. Bamboo Yarn.

Hello! Today, we will talk about bamboo yarn. What do you think of this type of yarn? How often do you use it in your work? Bamboo is a natural fiber. It wears well and is often considered to have natural antibacterial properties. It feels very soft and has a wonderful drape. Ideal For: Knitted garm…

​Types of Yarn. Hemp Yarn.

Hello, my dear ladies! Today, I'd like to tell you about not so ordinary type of yarn, which can be used only for certain things, because it isn't soft- it's hemp yarn. Hemp, a relative newcomer to the knitting world, is a delightful natural fiber. Hemp is surprisingly soft to the touch. It’s hard w…

Crochet Terms (US AND UK)

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Knit Buttoned Cowl

New hobby

Good day to everyone! I need your advice. I want to learn something new, but don't know what craft to choose. Tell me about your hobbies, besides crocheting and knitting, maybe I'll find something interesting for myself. I crochet, paint by numbers and sometimes make quilt blankets.

Light crochet socks

Hi, everyone! I'm looking for a pattern for light socks. As it's quite hot now, but all of my knit or crochet socks are too hot. Does anyone have such a pattern? Thank you for the help! Gracie James.

Knit Piglet

Hi, everyone! I decided to show you my first knit toy. Previously I have made only amigurumi, but never knit toys. So, I chose quite simple pattern of piglet. Here is my cuty Is is ok for the first time?

How to improve my knitting skills

Hi, everyone! My name is Gracie. I've been crocheting for many years, so this craft is quite understandable for me. But this is not so with knitting. I can do some simple knitting, but want to make more difficult patterns, I want to train myself and get better results of my work. I need your advice,…

Hello Everyone

I have been Crocheting and Knitting for about 7 years now. I enjoy Crocheting a bit more than Knitting lol. I got diagnosed with Fibromyalgia 19 years ago. Slowly through out time the Pain became so terrible bad that now I can't even do daily chores without many rests between and wanting to cry! I r…

Useful information for knitting and crocheting in pictures

Hello! I found some helpful pictures, when I was just thinking to start crocheting. Now, I want to share them with you. Maybe they'll be useful for someone.

what yarn to choose

Hello, everyone! I've started my crochet experience not so long ago, as I previously only knit. I want to make a simple cardigan for summer, but don't know what type of yarn to choose. What materials will be most suitable for this? Susan, if you have a simple pattern of crochet summer cardigan, I'll…

Knit tunic for girl

Hello! My name is Maya. I'm looking for a nice summer tunic-dress for my 4 years old daughter. I want a knit pattern, as I'm practicing knitting now and it shouldn't be very difficult. Something like this:

Online shops with crocheting tools

Hello, everyone! My name is Evie and I love crocheting, knitting, origami and sewing. Could you recommend me, please, some online shops, where I can buy instruments for crocheting and knitting? Maybe do you have your favorite brand of tools? All of my instruments are very old now and I want to chang…

Hello! I'm Penelope

Hello, everyone! My name is Penelope. I love crocheting, especially amigurumi toys. I also can knit, but do it not so often, only if I like a pattern a lot and it doesn't take too much time and nerves. I'm very happy, that I found Craftorator one day, as there are a lot of patterns I like. Here are …