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How to Knit a Scarf - An Illustrated, Step-by-Step Guide

A beginner's guide to knitting a scarf. This step-by-step guide teaches you how to knit a homemade scarf with directions for knit and purl stitches, two easy scarf patterns, knitting terminology glossary, and valuable links to related sites.

59 comments    crafts knitting scarf
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The Art of French Knitting or Spool Knitting

French knitting, or spool knitting, has long been enjoyed by school girls for many generations to knit long cords for fun and practical uses. This nostalgic craft is making a bit of a comeback as children and adults alike come up with new uses for the spool knit cords and rediscover old ones.

18 comments    knitting nancy french knitting
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How to Crochet a Hat - Video, Free Patterns, Free Instructions, Unusual Yarns

Did you now that there are several companies that make Buffalo or Bison yarn? It's very warm. You can quickly fashion a crocheted Buffalo yarn hat with simple crochet techniques...

18 comments    business family how to
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Hobbies for Women

Hobbies are part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. As responsible women we understand our obligations to others. The question we may miss is do we understand our obligations to ourselves? How many of us fill all the cups around us only to find our...

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How Knitting Can Relieve Stress

Learn how knitting can relieve stress by inducing the relaxation response. Research shows that knitting can lower your blood pressure and heart rate and make you happier.

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Free Knitting Patterns: Relax with a Project

When afternoons are too hot to do anything but sit consider working on a knitting project. Women in pioneer times did not have the option of just sitting and staring at soap operas or reading the newest Harlequin. When they wanted to take a break they worked on their sewing or fiber projects and so their families had all they needed for wintertime.

17 comments    how to knit knitting projects
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Recycling Yarn: Frugal, or Just Plain Cheap?

Tan cotton worsted weight yarn, and spring green angora/nylon yarn, both recycled from sweaters. With the cost of living continuing to rise, and wages not really increasing much to reflect that, many people have been forced to do more hard budgeting...

11 comments    home crafts save money
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101 Must-Bookmark Craft Blogs

Looking for craft ideas and inspiration? Check out this list of 101 craft blogs, with projects to suit many interests and skill levels.

30 comments    blogging budget crafts
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Free Patterns

Making a doll with your own two hands can be such a rewarding experience. These handmade dolls are not only fun to create but make much appreciated gifts that will be cherished by anyone. There's just nothing to compare with the warmth of a handmade...

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How To Make Homemade Crochet Hooks & Knitting Needles

It is quite simple to carve and decorate your own, homemade crochet hooks and knitting needles.

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