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items Iām obsessed with crafting in any format and rotate my fascination often.
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Knitting
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Listen, Iām not an expert at knitting but when I couldnāt bare to learn the basics and just launched into making a sweater, this set saved my hiney. Just make sure to use the little tightening tool or youāll find your needles loosening off the cables...
Interchangeable Aluminum Knitting Needle Set
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Iām still in the process of making this sweater, but it is so fun!
Petite Knit Scotty Sweater Pattern
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Unfortunately the olive color I used for my Scotty Sweater is sold out, but this wool/cashmere blend feels luxurious. I love this brown color and itās making me want to purchase some for future projects (never mind I havenāt technically finished the ...
SandnesGarn Tweed - 3185 Brown
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Iām an impatient crafter and immediately want to tackle big projects, this was my first knit sweater and it was relatively easy! I learned a lot of techniques throughout making this and her videos are super helpful, just make sure to turn on the capt...
Petite Knit Melange Sweater Pattern
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I held two strands - Nutmeg and Shell - together to knit the Melange sweater, this gives the sweater its āmarledā look. āš»I have actually finished that sweater and itās fabulous if I must say so myself. These wool yarns are not itchy at all and I lo...
Sandnes Garn Sunday Yarn - 3071 Nutmeg (Petite Knits Color Palette)
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This pattern is great because it offers two ways to knit this hat: flat or circular.
Leith Hat Pattern - Ysolda
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Great tutorial that Iāve used as reference for a few hats.
KNIT A HAT IN THE ROUND: easy beginner tutorial
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Not necessary, but extremely useful. Especially when youāve lost count of your 170 stitches for the sixth time and thatās on motherhoodā¦ trying to enjoy a craft while simultaneously answering 7,682 questions in a row.
Stitch Markers
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These are necessary for blocking sweaters and work double duty for blocking crochet pieces as well!
KnitIQ Crochet Blocking Board - 9 Mats, 14x13, 0.75in, w/ Pins & Bag
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Not only is this fabric tape cute, but itās handy to have thrown into your craft supplies. A must if youāre planning to knit some clothing.
RIFLE PAPER CO. Retractable Measuring Tape 60"
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If you love a step-by-step tutorial, this is a great resource.
Knit your first sweater! Free pattern & detailed tutorial.
Crocheting
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These are much better than the traditional style crochet hook, your hands will thank you! This set has the metal portion through the entire handle so it doesnāt threaten to separate.
LANNEY Crochet Hooks Set 40pcs, Art Ergonomic Soft Grip Kitting Needles for Arthritic Hands Size 2mm(b)-10mm(n) with Case
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I love Sirdarās crochet alongs SO MUCH. This Halloween one was fun, I threw in a couple of my in progress photos š
Sirdar Halloween Crochet Along
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This was my first CAL! They release patterns and videos weekly that are easy to understand and always accessible to go back to. I was too late to purchase the yarn bundle from Sirdar, so I came up with my own color variation.
Sirdar Gingerbread Christmas Crochet Along
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The perfect project for a handmade baby/toddler gift and super easy to customize.
10-in-1 Crochet Bunny with Clothes and Accessories Pattern Bundle
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Another good handmade gift for children!
Spencer the Plushie Dinosaur TheCrochetCodePattern
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Use this yarn for those extra soft and fluffy stuffies!
Premier Parfait Chunky Super Bulky Chenille Yarn
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I love all the shades in this Skein Tones line!
Lion Brand Yarn Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling Yarn
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I used a lot of these patterns to make an adorable food set for my nieceās play kitchen.
Crochet Cafe: Amigurumi Crochet Patterns
Miscellaneous
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This was 100% a Covid isolation hobby that temporarily took over my garage. Once I figured out the correct concrete mixture and the best method to reduce air pockets, I could crank these puppies out! Great for gifting or using in your own home.
4" Tulip Planter Silicone Mold
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I got these for a class Christmas party one year and they were a huge hit! Did it physically torture me to watch the less than perfect snowmen being made by dozens of first graders? Yes, but thatās not the point.
9 Pack Build a Snowman Kit Snowman Crafts for Kids
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I love a good holiday craft š
How to Make an Epic Gingerbread House from Scratch / baking + building tips, recipe, template & more
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Yes TikTok knew I couldnāt resist a mini home project š
Greenleaf Glencroft Dollhouse Kit - 1 Inch Scale