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How to Increase & Decrease in Half Double Crochet: A Step by Step Stitch Tutorial (with Video!)

Increase and decrease stitches can seem a little intimidating when you are first learning how to crochet, but they really don't need to be. If you can make a half double crochet stitch (abbreviated "hdc"), then you can make a half double crochet increase or decrease. So when might you use one of these stitches?… Continue reading How to Increase & Decrease in Half Double Crochet: A Step by Step Stitch Tutorial (with Video!)

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Rustic Summer Asymmetrical Shawl: FREE Crochet Pattern

With a lightweight yarn and drapey, semi-open stitch pattern, the Rustic Summer Asymmetrical Shawl crochet pattern is great for those cool spring and early summer nights. This free pattern is worked on the bias and is perfect for advanced beginners!