Wire crochet is a technique that allows you to explore the more sculptural side of crochet. This simple pendant pattern gives novice wire crocheters an idea of the combination of strength and flexibility found in a metal fabric. The finished pendant would go well with a simple wire and bead chain.

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A basket is a welcome addition to playtime with dolls who would surely love to have a picnic. This basket is small enough for a fashion doll to tote around on a fun excursion. The basketweave pattern is simple, making it easy for novice crocheters to create the texture. Front post and back post stitches are used in this pattern.

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There’s a new pattern in the Crochet Spot Store! If you are looking to decorate a nursery or child’s room, the teddy bear rug is a great fit. Boys and girls will love it! Textured yarns can kick it up a notch and give it a more carpet-like look. This rug is a great project for fuzzy novelty yarns, such as boucle or eyelash yarn. This rug is a fun addition to any kid’s room. The teddy bear can also be used as a hanging decoration instead of a rug.

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If you know how to make a foundation double crochet (fdc) row, you may be wondering how to adapt the technique to patterns with decreases. You may just want to create the final number of stitches, but decreases affect shaping, so it is better to make the decreases prescribed by the pattern.

To follow this tutorial, you should be comfortable with making the foundation double crochet.
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The chains in this bracelet are reminiscent of a waveform with its crests and troughs. This Bruges lace style bracelet is easy to make, and quick, too. Wear it around your wrist or as an ankle bracelet. Wear one to the beach, there the waves live!

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Summer entertaining upon us, and soon it will be time to kick back with lemonade, iced tea, and all our favorite ice cold drinks. Cold drinks mean sweaty glasses, and sweaty glasses mean rings on the table unless you use a coaster. A set of these bright coasters is perfect for an estival get-together. Make a bunch and enjoy the weather with friends.

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Using foundation rows is a great technique because they can create the foundation chain and the first row of stitches at the same time. But if you are a fan of foundation rows (foundation single crochet, foundation double crochet, etc.), you may have run into problems dealing with patterns that require decreases to be worked in the foundation chain. While you may just want to create the final number of stitches, decreases affect shaping, so it is better to make the decreases prescribed by the pattern.

To follow this tutorial, you should be comfortable with making a single crochet foundation row.
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There’s a new pattern in the Crochet Spot Store! Have fun making and wearing this casual jewelry set. The set is quick to crochet using a minimal amount of crochet thread. The patterns present new challenges and techniques for beginner and more experienced crocheters alike. The set includes a necklace, a bracelet, and a pair of earrings. You can mix and match in all sorts of colors.

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This cute pencil case is a great companion to your crayon case. It is long enough to hold most standard-sized pencils and pens. This is a great project for beginners to try their hands at colorwork with its four total color changes. Have fun crocheting this case for yourself or for children!

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Using Foundation rows is a great technique, because they can create the foundation chain and the first row of stitches at the same time. But if you are a fan of foundation rows (foundation single crochet, foundation double crochet, etc.), you may have run into problems dealing with patterns that require increases to be worked in the foundation chain. It’s tempting to simply create the final number of stitches, but since increases affect shaping, it is better to follow the pattern as written and make the increases.

To follow this tutorial, you should be comfortable with making a foundation row. This technique is adaptable to other foundation stitches, but single crochet will be used to demonstrate.
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