Crochet Stitches for Blankets: My Top 5 Simple Two-Row Repeats
When I want a blanket project that feels relaxing (not like homework), I reach for crochet stitches for blankets that I can memorize fast. Two-row repeats are my favorite because...
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Top 10 Mindless Crochet Blanket Patterns You Can Make Today!
Want a crochet blanket that looks impressive but feels easy on the brain? In this roundup, I’m sharing 10 Mindless Crochet Blanket Patterns that all use a one-row repeat, so...
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Top 10 Absolutely Gorgeous Crochet Blanket Patterns To Create!
Looking for crochet blanket patterns you will actually finish? This list rounds up 10 free, must-make blanket patterns for 2025, from easy 2-row repeats to relaxing in-the-round and spiral designs....
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Top 36 Last Minute Crochet Gifts to Make Fast (Free Tutorials)
Looking for fast, thoughtful crochet gifts you can finish in a night? In this blog, discover 36 free crochet patterns for last minute Christmas gifts, birthdays, and more, all using...
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Crochet Tension Fixes for Tight Hands, No Wrist Pain (2026)
Crochet should not hurt. These fast tension fixes help reduce tight hands and wrist pain, starting with grip resets, smoother yarn control, and small hook and setup changes that keep...
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Read a Crochet Pattern in Plain English (2026 Guide)
Learn how to read a crochet pattern in plain English. This beginner-friendly guide explains common US crochet abbreviations, repeats (asterisks and “rep”), and how to understand brackets and parentheses, so...
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Crochet Podcast 178: My 2026 Yarn Plans and Fresh Start
Happy 2026! I’m Christa from Secret Yarnery, and this first Crochet Podcast of the year is all about fresh starts, yarn plans, and making crochet feel fun again. I’m doing...
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Best Winter Crochet Yarn 2026, Warm, Soft, Affordable
Winter crochet is only as cozy as the yarn you pick. In this guide, you’ll learn what makes yarn warm without feeling itchy, which fibers and weights work best for...
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Washable Crochet Flower Bouquets: Top 10 Free Patterns 2026
Fresh flowers fade fast, but washable crochet flower bouquets stay bright all year. In this roundup, you’ll find 10 easy bouquet ideas you can make, gift, and actually clean. The...
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Top 10 Crochet Projects I Made in 2025 (With Tips & Favorites)
In 2025 I finished 43 crochet projects, from blankets and hats to shawls, ponchos, and home decor. In this post I share my top 10 favorites, the problems they solved...
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Crochet 2025 Recap: 43 New Patterns I Made
New Year’s Eve always makes me want to tidy up the year, not my house, my ideas. In 2025, I did it with crochet. I counted every design I made...
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Easy Crochet Hat for Absolute Beginners (Simple Spiral Beanie)
Learn how to make the Easiest Crochet Hat for Absolute Beginners using just chains, single crochet, and half double crochet. This simple spiral beanie is worked in a continuous round...
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Christmas Eve Garden Tour - Come Relax Crochet Podcast 177
Christmas Eve can feel like a pressure cooker, so in Episode 177 I step outside for a calm garden reset. Come with me as I tour my cozy patio, fish...
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Candy Cane Crochet Wine Bag Pattern, My Fast 2025 Gift Idea
Need a last-minute gift that still feels special? I love this candy cane crochet wine bottle bag because it looks fun and polished, but it’s easy enough to finish fast....
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Best Crochet Kits for Kids 2026 | Calm Creative Fun
Crochet kits for kids are a calm, creative break from screens. Instead of tapping on a device, children hold real yarn, learn simple stitches, and watch a project grow in...
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Easy DIY Crochet Bath Scrubby Pattern Under 1 Hour (2026)
Whip up a fluffy crochet bath scrubby in under an hour using just chains and simple counting. This easy pattern turns one ball of scrubby yarn into a soft, exfoliating...
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Easy Crochet Poinsettia Coasters You Can Make in One Hour!
Learn how to make Easy Crochet Poinsettia Coasters that look detailed but are still beginner friendly. In this step‑by‑step tutorial, I show you how to crochet a cozy poinsettia coaster...
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Mosaic Crochet Patterns for Beginners: Easy Geometric 2025
Learn how to crochet stunning mosaic crochet patterns using simple stitches and only one color per row. This guide explains mosaic basics, charts, yarn choices, and beginner friendly projects, then...
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Huge Christmas Crochet Pattern Bundle Deals for 2025 - Podcast 176!
I’m sharing my favorite Christmas Crochet Pattern Bundle Deals for 2025, packed with fast, easy projects you can actually finish before the holidays. Inside you’ll find cozy garlands, wall hangings,...
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Treat Yourself Crochet: Self-Care Projects & Ideas for 2025
Picture this. You sit down, grab your hook, and sink your hands into soft yarn. Your shoulders drop. Your brain slows down. That feeling? That is treat yourself crochet. It...
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Black Friday Blowout: Crochet Pattern Bundles From Podcast 175
This Black Friday, I am bundling my most popular crochet patterns into big savings packs for blanket lovers, scarf makers, and hat-and-scarf set fans. In Crochet Podcast Episode 175, I...
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How to Read Crochet Patterns Like a Pro| Beginner Guide 2025
Learning to read crochet patterns does not have to feel confusing or scary. In this beginner-friendly guide, you will learn the basic parts of a pattern, what common abbreviations mean,...
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How I Turn Crochet Into a Profitable Side Hustle in 2025
Crochet is more than a cozy hobby; it can also help pay for groceries, bills, or your next yarn haul. In this guide, I walk you through how to turn...
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Tech in Crochet: Apps, Smart Hooks & Digital Tools That Help
If you have ever lost your place in a pattern or spent 10 minutes counting rows on a blanket, you already know why a little tech can help. Crochet is...
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