Stitch Guide
Learn new techniques, find guides for different stitches, improve your skills and create stunning projects.
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HOW TO DOUBLE CROCHET
Learn this core crochet stitch
One of the most basic stitches is the double crochet. It is taller than a single stitch and provides some gaps between stitches, allowing you to finish projects quickly.
PUFF STITCH
Add texture to your project
Puff stitches are decorative stitches that create a raised bump on the fabric. They are created by working several wraps and yarn overs into one stitch.
THREE WAYS TO MAKE FLYING GEESE UNITS
Easy techniques -- you choose!
Make a whole flock of flying geese units for all your quilting projects with these three easy techniques.
CURVED PIECiNG
Careful marking & cutting is critical!
Many quilt designs use curved pieces. Careful cutting as well as a few other tips will make curved piecing less of a struggle.
HOW TO KNIT IN THE ROUND
Make a seamless tube
Knitting can be worked in the round, where rows are continually stitched in a spiral shape. Since it creates a seamless tube, it is great for hats, mittens or socks.
WHAT IS GAUGE?
Get the size right
Gauge refers to the number of stitches and rows within a certain section of the knitted piece. Knowing gauge and doing a gauge swatch will ensure that your finished piece is the same size as the pattern.
HOW TO CROSS STITCH
Symbols & lines correlate with a color code
The cross stitch is the primary stitch used in this crafting technique. It consists of two diagonal stitches that form an “X” shape over the squares of fabric.
FRENCH KNOT ON PLASTIC CANVAS
Add color, dimension & texture
French knots are used to add color, dimension and texture to your plastic canvas project. They are often used as flower centers.