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Hi everyone!

I'm an avid crocheter who's been crocheting for over 34 years. I don't consider myself experienced. I'm always trying new techniques & projects. I've been doing a lot of Amigurumi & selling them a lot faster than the my other traditional items. My eyesight isn't as good as it once was so I can't see…

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Board games

Hello, everyone! My family and I like to spend evenings playing board games. Our favorites ones are Scrubble, Monopoly, but they're quite old. What new games do you recommend to play?

By Annabelle·· Has a photo
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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.

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Where do you buy yarn?

Hello, ladies! Could you recommend me some shops, especially, where I can buy online, with good range of yarn? I think, that I've bought all the yarn at local shops, so I need new places and new yarn. Where the prices are the most "pleasant"? Thank you for your help!

By Orla·
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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?

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Hello from Texas

I'm a retired nurse and love to crochet. I have been doing this since 1971 but only made blankets and a jumper for my daughter back in 1980. Never made anything to wear from myself, would love to try some simple plus size tops, sweaters, and also learn how to read patterns that aren't in the written…

By Cathylou·
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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…

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​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…

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My story of crocheting

Hello, everyone! My name is Julia and I decided to share my story of crochet learning with you. I lived with my mom and granny in a small countryside house. My granny always crochet something, the most beloved things of her were different doilies. I always admired how she could make them just with s…

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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.

By Penelope·· Has a photo
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Crafting

Hello! I'm Yvette with a love for crochet. I'm retired and enjoy creating pretty things. Right now I'm obsessed with vintage style shawls. The yarns and colors are delicious. Here's to crochet!!

By Yvette·
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Myself

Hi there! I am very grateful for your mag & patterns but am sorry I found you so late in the Covid lull. I am a line & prep cook, baker by trade and now that B.C. is opening it's restaurants to full capacity, there is work every were. I guess I will be crocheting half time for the next while.

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