• Free Apple Jacket Patterns to knit and crochet

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Okay, so you may have seen your share of single crochet tutorials out there. If you're still not getting it, try this one by Future Girl.

This is the most comprehensive tutorial I've seen for single crochet instructions. Each minuscule step is photographed and explained here with all the pointy arrows and comments you'll need to finally get crocheting.

• Learn how to single crochet
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I have so many plastic shopping bags at my house that we even bought a dispenser to hold them. Recently, I found out a new way to put them to good use until I get my reusable cloth shopping bag situation under control.

You can easily link shopping bag material to make a kind of yarn. This yarn can be used to make just about anything, from a reusable parka to... you guessed it... a shopping bag.

• Learn how to single crochet
• More Crochet Tutorials
• More Knitting Tutorials

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Crochting a cute little circle can really move your projects along. This simple tutorial by Crochet Kitten will show you how to crochet around in a cute little circle.

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This week was so cold in Ohio that just about all you could do is sit in front of the TV under a blanket and wonder why you don't live in Miami. For those of us with busy hands, this also means lots of time to crochet and knit.

My cabin-fever days have amounted to some new Hogwarts scarf crochet patterns. Don't worry, if you don't have any crochet skills, Sarah E. White, our Guide to Knitting, has got you covered with a knitting and felting pattern, too.

• Crochet a Hogwarts scarf
• Knit and Felt a Harry Potter Scarf
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This ruffle scarf puts a fun spin on keeping cozy. The spiraling pattern is certainly unique and will add to any outfit, especially since you can choose two colors to work with. Get the free beginner pattern from Rachel at Crochet Spot.

• Crochet a Ruffle Scarf
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If you are looking for a unique scarf that isn't going to take ages to make, then this one is for you. Rachel at Crochet Spot has the free easy pattern for this musical scarf.

Know someone who plays the keys or just loves music? What a great gift.

• Piano Key Scarf Pattern
• More Crochet Tutorials

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We can all use a blanket whether we're snuggling on the couch in the air conditioning or battling some serious winter cold issues. This cute blanket pattern from Rachel at Crochet Spot takes you step-by-step so that beginners can snuggle, too.

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Rachel at Crochet Spot has put together this simple pattern for a purse with a shoulder strap. This one is great for beginners, but it's super cute, so you experts might want to give it a try.

• Crochet Purse Pattern
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If you need to add a cube effect to your amigurumi or freeform crochet work, this cube tutorial from Rachel at Crochet Spot will get you started. My bet is that it will also inspire a million other projects. Who knew you needed a cube this bad?

• Crochet Cube Tutorial
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So maybe scrunchies aren't the coolest thing anymore, but these flower hair ties pass the fashion test with their cute little flower toppers.

I suggest even stitching on a face for extra cuteness. Rachel at Crochet Spot has the free pattern.

• Flower Hair Tie Pattern
• More Crochet Tutorials

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This beautiful set of gloves comes from Rachel's free pattern at Crochet Spot. It uses a shell stitch to create a really fun and elegant look. See the shell stitch up close and get the free pattern for these summer gloves.

• Crochet Lace Gloves Pattern
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After all that hard work, your crochet hooks deserve a nice place to rest. Surprise them with your next project, this crochet hook case that uses a lovely shell stitch. Rachel at Crochet Spot has provided the free pattern.

• Crochet Hook Case Pattern
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Amigurumi is one of the cutest things to come over from Japan. (okay, what isn't, really?) This s'more amigurumi pattern by Rachel at Crochet Spot will be the perfect addition to your desk or a lucky kid's play food set.

• Amigurumi S'more Pattern
• More Crochet Tutorials

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Is there any more classic crochet pattern than the granny square? You can use these for blankets, shawls...hey, just about anything that can be pieced together from a bunch of handmade squares. Rachel at Crochet Spot has an easy granny square pattern for us.

• Crochet a Granny Square
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Granny Square Plarn

This weekend I recycled 50 plastic bags with my bare hands. I made them into bracelets, wristbands and of course...back into bags!

This was made possible because I had whipped up some 'plarn', or 'plastic bag yarn'. Plarn is made by shredding plastic bags into strips that are easily joined to create an entire ball of recycled material ready for crochet and knit projects.

• Plarn Creations and Instructions

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I took one look at this easy purse from Rachel at Crochet Spot and thought, 'Beach bag!' This simple pattern has a couple of stripes on the bottom for a contemporary look. Stash your yarn in it, or your goggles. It's up to you.

• Crochet Beach Tote Pattern
• More Crochet Tutorials

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