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  • Knitting
    • Free Knitting Patterns
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    • Shortcut Brioche Knitting
    • Knitting Tool Reviews
  • Machine Knitting
    • Addi Express Knitting Machine Tips and Techniques
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  • How to Use the Foundation Stitches for a Stretchy Crochet Edge

    February 9, 2019 /
    Free Foundation Crochet Stitch Tutorial - Yay For Yarn

    This technique allows you to work the foundation chain and the first row of crochet at the same time! FREE Tutorial + FREE Foundation Stitches Cheat Sheet

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  • Super Easy Slipper Socks – FREE Crochet Pattern

    January 19, 2019 /
    These might be the easiest socks you'll ever crochet!

    These might be the easiest socks you’ll ever crochet! Worked sideways in rows for extra stretch & comfort, these simple socks will keep your toes toasty warm.

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  • Easy SHORTCUT Brioche Pom Pom Hat – FREE Knitting Pattern

    September 29, 2018 /

    If you can Knit and Purl, you can make this Chunky Shortcut Brioche Pom Pom Hat!

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  • Knotted Bow Headband or Earwarmer – FREE Crochet Pattern

    April 28, 2018 /

    This sweet, yet simple headband is quick and easy to crochet!  Make it in a lightweight yarn for a feminine summer hair accessory, or make it in a thicker yarn for a chunky winter earwarmer.

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  • Moss Stitch Hat in 10 Sizes – Worsted or Sport / DK Weight Yarn – FREE Knitting Pattern

    March 17, 2018 /

    Free Pattern!  A simple, textured, close-fitting, unisex hat for the whole family. Knit in #3 Sport / DK or #4 Worsted weight yarn, with instructions for 10 different sizes, from Preemie to Adult Large. 

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  • How to Knit a Chunky Brioche Slouchy Hat in SHORTCUT Brioche Stitch – Free Knitting Pattern

    January 20, 2018 /

    Free Pattern! This Brioche Slouchy Hat is warm, squishy, and airy, knit in 3 colors. This tutorial will teach you to work my Shortcut Brioche stitch in the round. If you can work in the round and work “knit 1, purl 1” ribbing, you can knit this hat! There are no decreases at the crown, or anywhere in the pattern, it’s just ribbing and Shortcut Brioche Stitch. I added a large pom pom at the back.

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  • How to Knit an Easy Brioche Cowl in SHORTCUT Brioche Stitch – Free Knitting Pattern

    October 6, 2017 /

    Free Pattern! This Brioche Cowl is warm, squishy, and airy, knit in 3 colors. This tutorial will teach you to work my Shortcut Brioche stitch in the round. If you can work in the round and work “knit 1, purl 1” ribbing, you can knit this cowl!

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  • How to do a Long Tail Cast On on your Addi Knitting Machine

    May 12, 2017 /

    Learn to do a Long Tail Cast On on your Addi Knitting Machine! The Long Tail Cast On is perfect for many Addi projects, as it creates a clean, yet stretchy finished edge.

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  • How to Knit Ribbing on your Addi Express Knitting Machine

    April 5, 2017 /

    Learn to knit Ribbing on your Addi Express Knitting Machine! A little ribbing adds a nice touch to hats, mittens, socks, sweaters, and more. This technique works on both Addi machines, whether you are knitting a tube or a flat panel.

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  • How to Knit an Earwarmer Headband on your Addi King Knitting Machine

    December 29, 2016 /
    Learn to knit an Earwarmer Headband on your Addi King Knitting Machine

    Knit an Earwarmer Headband on your [easyazon_link identifier=”B004HS7T7S” locale=”US” nw=”y” tag=”yayforyarn-20″]Addi King Knitting Machine[/easyazon_link]! These are usually made on the smaller Addi Pro machine, but knitting them on the Addi King produces a much stretchier finished product.

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