How to Single Crochet, Crochet Crab Applique and Crochet Snowflake Applique

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August 16, 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 Beginner Crochet Stitches How to Single Crochet Step 1: Insert the hook under both front and back loops—or under the complete “V”—of the second chain from the hook. Wrap the yarn over the hook from back to front, then draw it through the V. Read More… The Island in the Sun Collection Pack your bags with the prettiest crochet pieces for an island adventure. Crochet with bright corals, brilliant blues, and sunny yellows with these paradise patterns. Escape the everyday with this collection of island-inspired patterns to crochet. Read More… Applique and other Motifs Crochet Crab Applique Skill Level: Intermediate Size: Ornaments are between 2.75–3.75” / [6–9 cm] in diameter. Chain length varies depending on your preference. The samples shown feature 10–14” [25–35 cm] chains, measured without seashells. 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… Crochet Techniques Tunisian Crochet as Accent In this second Tunisian crochet article, I’d like to introduce a different approach to utilizing Tunisian crochet: using it in just a portion of a crochet design. Read More… The Hexagon Crochet Collection Hexagons are fun to make and are perfect portable projects with a bit of a retro flair. Take one of these patterns on the go and enjoy! Read More… Member Favorites Marin Ruana Pearls of the Sea Raffia Tote Seaside Bloom Cardi Clearwater Cover Up Marilla Cocoon Cardigan Westerly Duster Cardigan Filippa Crochet Sweater Blazer Marilie Bobble Cardigan 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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