How To Budget Your Yarn Spending, Triple Crochet Stitch and Should You Make a Crochet Gauge Swatch

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July 5, 2026 Enjoy this newsletter? Please forward it to your friends FREE: 3 Knitting Tutorials for You Get 3 knitting tutorials! Discover these unique textures, trendy and adorable stitches, and whimsical patterns—FREE when you join the I Like Knitting Gold Club today! Learn More... Sponsored Tips, Tutorials and Abbreviations How To Budget Your Yarn Spending I am a confessed serial yarnaholic. I have never been able to control my yarn buying, no matter how hard I have tried. If I see a project I want to do, I buy the pattern and the yarn – I can’t help myself! I’ll get to it eventually, right? Read More… The Holiday Guide The Ultimate Holiday Guide is hand-picked by the I Like Crochet team, and features an abundance of holiday fun. From coasters to cowls, bibs to booties, and scarves to snowflakes, there’s something in here for you, no matter how new or experienced you are. Read More… Everything you Need to Know About the Triple Crochet Stitch Triple Crochet Stitch Learning how to triple crochet doesn’t have to be difficult. This video makes learning a new basic stitch so simple. You’ll be making a beautiful cardigan or shawl in no time! Read More… There’s always time for more crochet! Check out the 30+ projects in the August issue of I Like Crochet! Rugs. Runners. Blankets. Pillows. Totes. Go for bold geometrics, warm southwestern tones, and explore new techniques with a pretty payoff. Boredom busters abound! Each project comes with a complete materials list, detailed instructions, pattern notes, and pictures of the finished project. Crochet some home décor, make yourself something new, and find great gift ideas in this issue! Read More… Tips, Tutorials and Abbreviations Should You Make a Crochet Gauge Swatch? So, why is it that this helpful technique is often one that we all want to avoid? We asked our designers when they swatch, why they don’t swatch, and for some tips to help us all out. Here’s what they had to say: Read More… Back to Basics: 11 Essential Techniques and Stitches for Every Crocheter. This selection of 11 video tutorials is just what you need. From mastering crochet essentials like the slip knot and the single crochet stitch, to conquering more advanced techniques like crochet decreases and front post single crochet, these tutorials offer step-by-step instructions for crocheters of every skill level to master the beautiful art that is crochet. We've got you covered with Back to Basics: 11 Essential Techniques and Stitches for Every Crocheter. Read More… Member Favorites Cheerful Countryside Placemat Lime and Lemonade Coasters Zinnia Votive Sunset Surf Blanket Tequila Sunrise Wall Hanging Sun-Dipped Tunisian Shawl Tie Dye Lagoon Pillows Driftwood Wind Chime Ocean Waves Criss Cross Shells Throw FREEBIES: Get Them Now!  GET MY FREEBIE   GET MY FREEBIE   GET MY FREEBIE       You are receiving this email as part of your free subscription to email updates from I Like Crochet. If you no longer wish to receive this update as part of your free subscription, please click the unsubscribe link below. UNSUBSCRIBE/MANAGE PREFERENCES Contact Us Did a friend send this to you? Sign up to receive your own I Like Crochet newsletter. Copyright 2026 © Mequoda Systems, LLC. All rights reserved. Mequoda Systems, LLC 99 Derby Street, Suite 200 Hingham, MA 02043 Contact Us Our Privacy Policy Having trouble viewing this email? View this email on the web.

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