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Beginner Crochet Tips Part 6: Keep Your Work Organized

Beach Ball Tote Bag

 Crochet is a wonderful hobby that allows you to create beautiful and intricate pieces of clothing, accessories, and home decor. However, with all the different patterns, hooks, yarns, and projects, it can be easy to get disorganized and lose track of your progress. In this blog post, we will explore some tips and tricks for keeping your work organized in crochet.

  1. Keep a Crochet Journal

One of the best ways to stay organized in crochet is to keep a crochet journal. This can be a physical notebook or a digital document where you can record all the important details of your projects. You can include information such as the pattern name, the hook size and type, the yarn brand and color, and any modifications or notes you have made to the pattern. This will help you keep track of your progress, as well as make it easier to reproduce a project in the future.

  1. Label Your Projects

Another useful tip is to label your projects. This can be done by attaching a label or tag to the project itself, or by creating a file folder or binder for each project. The label should include the project name, the date you started, where the pattern can be found and any other important information you want to remember. This will help you easily identify each project and keep them separated from one another.

  1. Organize your Yarn

Keeping your yarn organized is essential for staying on top of your crochet projects. One way to do this is to sort your yarn by color and type, and store it in clear plastic bins or containers. You can also label each container with the type and color of yarn it contains. This will help you easily find the yarn you need for your projects, and prevent you from buying duplicate yarn.

  1. Use a Project Bag

A project bag is a great way to keep all your crochet supplies in one place. You can use a tote bag or backpack to store your yarn, hooks, and other accessories, and keep it next to your favorite crocheting spot. This will make it easy to grab your project and start crocheting, without having to search for your supplies.

  1. Create a Work-in-Progress Basket

A work-in-progress (WIP) basket is a great way to keep track of all your current projects. You can use a basket or tote bag to store your unfinished projects, along with the pattern and any necessary supplies. You could even crochet your own WIP Bag using the Beach Ball Tote above! This will help you easily switch between projects, and prevent you from losing track of your progress.

Crochet is a fun and rewarding hobby, but it can be easy to get disorganized without proper planning. By keeping a crochet journal, labeling your projects, organizing your yarn, using a project bag, and creating a work-in-progress basket, you can stay on top of your projects and enjoy the process of creating beautiful pieces with ease.

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Beginner Crochet Tips Part 5: Use Stitch Markers

Granny Stitch Capelet

 There are several options for using stitch markers in crochet, and you can choose the one that works best for you. Here are some ideas:

  1. Safety pins: Small safety pins are a great option for stitch markers. They're easy to attach and remove, and you can use them to mark individual stitches or sections of your work.

  2. Locking stitch markers: These are specially designed stitch markers that lock in place, so they won't slip out of your work. They come in a variety of sizes and colors, and they're great for marking rounds or sections of your work.

  3. Paper clips: If you don't have any stitch markers on hand, paper clips can work in a pinch. They're not as secure as other options, but they'll help you keep track of your stitches.

  4. Yarn scraps: You can use small pieces of yarn as stitch markers. Simply tie a piece of yarn around your hook or into the stitch you want to mark.

  5. Bobby pins: Bobby pins are another option for stitch markers and they are MY FAVORITE. They're easy to slide into your work, and they come in a variety of sizes.

  6. Beads: You can use small beads as stitch markers. Thread the bead onto a piece of yarn and tie the yarn into a loop. Then, slide the loop onto your hook or into the stitch you want to mark.

  7. Clothespins: Miniature clothespins work great as stitch markers, and they're easy to find at craft stores. You can clip them onto your work to mark individual stitches or sections.

Remember, the most important thing is to choose a stitch marker that works for you and your project. Happy crocheting!

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Would You Like To Crochet A Purse?

Crocheting is a hobby that can be both therapeutic and creative. It is a skill that has been passed down for generations, and one that has stood the test of time. If you are looking for a fun and easy project that you can complete in just a few hours, consider crocheting a purse. Not only is it a practical accessory, but it is also a special item that you can be proud of creating.

Adorable Beach Ball Purse

Crocheting a purse is a relatively easy project, even for beginners. With just a few basic stitches, such as the chain stitch, single crochet, and double crochet, you can create a beautiful and functional purse. There are countless patterns available online, ranging from simple designs to more intricate patterns with intricate detailing. You can choose a pattern that suits your skill level, and if you get stuck, there are plenty of tutorials and YouTube videos available to help you.

Crocheting a purse is a fun and engaging project. It allows you to tap into your creativity and experiment with different color combinations and textures. You can choose from a wide range of yarns, from natural fibers like wool and cotton to synthetic blends that are easy to care for. You can also incorporate different embellishments, such as buttons, beads, and tassels, to add a unique touch to your purse.

The Beach Ball Bag above is a great beginning project that is super fun to crochet! It is also on SALE for a limited time!

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Beach Ball Bag at Jocelyn Designs




**BEACH BALL BAG from Jocelyn Designs**
You are going to LOVE our new Summer Beach Ball Bag! It is large enough to hold all your belongings, whether for a trip to the beach, the gym or to the Mall! The pattern is well written and easy to follow with plenty of photos. 100% cotton yarn makes it the perfect Summer tote!


Anticipating the beauty of the different colors unfolding as you crochet, will keep you   working on this adorable project to completion. Changing the colors to Primary OR a muted color palette will make it suitable for any occasion or ANY season!
See all of our wearable crochet patterns at: Jocelyn Designs

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BLACK FRIDAY and Cyber Monday Specials


 Are you looking for Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales on crochet and knitting patterns? Then you have come to the right place!


 From Jocelyn Designs: 50% off ALL crochet patterns for one day ONLY. Sale prices of 50% are good from 11/28/14 at MIDNIGHT ET until 11/29/14 at 11:00PM ET. 
NO COUPON CODE IS NEEDED. 


http://www.ravelry.com/stores/too-cute-crochet

 From RAVELRY: 50% off ALL patterns in the Too Cute Crochet/Jocelyn Designs Ravelry Shop on CYBER MONDAY only. 
Sale prices are good from 12/1/14 at MIDNIGHT ET until 12/2/14 at MIDNIGHT ET. 
You must use the COUPON CODE at checkout of MONDAY

There are 128 CROCHET PATTERN in my Ravelry Shop, ALL 50% off!





http://www.ravelry.com/stores/ambassador-crochet

 Kristine of Ambassador Crochet is having a Ravelry sale on BLACK FRIDAY 11/28/14 with 60% off from 12-4 AM. then her BUY 1, GET 1 FREE will be from 4-8AM. For the remainder of Black Friday after 8AM, ALL patterns will be 40% OFF!


On CYBER MONDAY, Ambassador Crochet's ETSY shop will be 40% OFF for the entire day! 







 Karen of KRW Knitwear is having a THREE DAY SALE in her shop.  

 Sale starts at Midnight on 11/28/14 PT and ends 11:59PM on Monday 12/1/14 PT.

ANY order of $75 or more gets FREE SHIPPING the the US.

All Print Patterns are still .99¢ - but order $10 or more of the patterns and get Free Shipping with code patternsfs2014 
Note: This code is only good with Print Pattern purchases only. It will not work with other items in the cart.

Get 25% off all Models in the sample sale. Use code  
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Get 25% off all PRINTED books - Event the sale books! use code  
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Kristin Omdahl has several Black Friday sales going on! 

Her beautiful Bamboo So Fine Yarn is $4.00 off per skein in her  


She is also giving away FREE PATTERNS!!

All of the PATTERNS in Kristin's RAVELRY shop are 42% off. 

 
ALL SALES RUN TO THE END OF THE MONTH! 



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The Laura Cowl Crochet Pattern





Introducing our new cowl pattern, The Laura! The Laura Cowl is an easy, fun-to-do pattern that works up quickly, but is luxe also!

The Laura is named for a new and very dear person, who is not only a friend, but my mentor and coach as well!

This trendy cowl is a must accessory for Winter. Crocheted from a soft blend of 50% Wool and 50% acrylic, this beautiful cowl will keep you warm, yet stylish on a cold day.  Wear it with a coat outdoors or indoors over a sweater. This cowl is smaller than our other cowls and does not need to be wrapped. Just slip it over your head! A large hook and super bulky yarn makes this a fast project!

The Laura is available in my ETSY SHOP, or RAVELRY in my Ravelry Shop.





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