This week on Tips from a Tech Editor, let’s talk about gauge. It’s a vitally important aspect of both crochet and knit design. However there can be confusion in how to best express it for your readers. What is gauge? Check this other post with a great video that explains how to measure your gauge […]
Does the idea of grading a pattern seem scary? Are you completely mystified by the concept? Do you want to create more designs and allow people of multiple sizes to use them, but you don’t know where to start? A Simple Guide to Grading Crochet is for you! I wrote this book after hearing from […]
My second of 3 guest posts on Underground Crafter is now live! Follow the link to see all my best tips and tricks for making big, firm fluffy pompoms. CLICK HERE If you’re so inspired, you’re ready to get your own pompom makers and start making poms right away, try one of these affiliate links […]
Are your crochet pieces turning out the wrong size? Did you follow instructions but your adult hat barely fits a child? Did you write a pattern for size small and now your customer wants size large? You need to measure your gauge!!! But how do we measure gauge correctly? Why does it matter? If you’re […]
Finding the center of a skein of yarn can be difficult. But following my method, you will always stitch from the center of your skein without any tension problems. Step 1: Find the outside end of the yarn that the yarn company stuffed into one side of the skein. Pull that out and tuck it […]
Gorgeous pictures and lacey designs are often overwhelming for me to attempt to stitch. Find out how I overcame that anxiety and made several pieces from this book. This post contains affiliate links. When you use links, I receive a minor commission. This helps support my blog and free content to you and it doesn’t […]
For both designers and stitchers, I have a guest post over on Made by Novella, that is all about that “skill level” that’s listed on patterns. This post is part of her series on “How to read a crochet pattern.” Be sure to check it out and show Novella some love! While you’re there, check […]
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If you are local to the College Station, Texas region, I will happily join you for a crochet lesson. From beginners to experienced stitchers. If you are outside the area, please email me at emily.tony08@gmail.com. Children: I have helped as young as 7-8 year olds. I think younger than this would be difficult due to how […]
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