It might seem hard to believe, but one of my very first crochet projects was unfortunately an unevenly stitched blanket. To be honest, it didn’t look like a square or rectangle when it was finished since I had somehow managed to create a shape I didn’t even know existed!… I’m pretty sure my fluctuating crochet […]

I often get compliments on how "neat" my crochet work is. And now my secret to crocheting perfectly straight edges is here! My no-fail technique to achieve an edge so crisp you won't even need a border.

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My all-time favorite crochet border? The reverse shells using single crochet, and it is SO MUCH EASIER than it looks! Let me show you how!

Chevron. Ripple. Wave. Zigzag. Call it what you like, but this little stitch is a winner. Recently, I've been working on a pattern for a magazine and I needed to straighten up the top and bottom edges so that I could stitch it closed. I also had lots of lovely people on Instagram asking me about the pattern. So here you are. Fresh off the hook. I worked on two different versions- you can choose the one you prefer. Mine are just small samples, but you can adjust the pattern to make it as…

Isn't this a pretty wave shell stitch edging for a blanket, scarf, shawl?

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Add a bit of flare to your next crochet project by using my Crochet Ruffle Border Pattern. It’s fun, easy and perfect for beginner crocheters.

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