How to Teach Crochet to Beginners, How To Wet Block Crochet Projects and How To Prevent Crochet Projects from Narrowing

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September 13, 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 PLUS: 3 Crochet Secrets for Beginners How to Teach Crochet to Beginners Teaching crochet doesn’t have to be intimidating! While teaching is a skill in itself that takes practice and refining—just ask any teacher—you can learn some basic tips and tricks for for how to teach crochet to beginners (and teaching in general) so your loved ones can learn a skill near and dear to your heart. Read More… The Shawls and Ponchos Collection Wrapping up in a handmade shawl or poncho is one of the perks of being a crocheter: not only can we enjoy creating the project, but also we can showcase our special creations by wearing them! Read More… Basic crochet blocking tips to give your crochet project a professional finish. How To Wet Block Crochet Projects I used to never block my finished crochet projects. I didn’t understand the point of it. I would finish a project and be so excited, and impatient, to wear or send off to its intended recipient. But after many years of crocheting I’ve come to learn the noticeable transformation blocking makes on the final piece. It makes the finished crochet project so much crisper and more professional looking. Read More… There’s always time for more crochet! Check out the 30+ projects in the October issue 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 How To Prevent Crochet Projects from Narrowing You are crocheting along, row after row, with your afghan project bunched on your lap. You finally open up the afghan to look at your work only to notice it’s gotten narrower. This happens to beginner and experienced crocheters alike. Read More… The Crochet Blanket Collection Making a crochet blanket isn’t hard to do, and once you learn the basic stitches, you can quickly progress from basic—but beautiful—patterns to more intricate designs. You’ll find a mix of designs here, from beginner level to advanced, and traditional to abstract! Read More… Member Favorites Denver Sunset Shawl Carnation Pink Shawl Summer Blush Chevron Bucket Bag Chevron City Pillow Ivanna Chevron Sweater Monika Cropped Cardigan Basketweave Cowl Pumpkin Patch Cowl 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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