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Crochet Granny Square Airpods Case with Starfish Applique ✨ Pattern + tutorial!

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Hi everyone! If you love making quick and practical crochet projects, this crochet AirPods pouch is going to be one of your new favorites! Today’s pattern features a charming crochet granny square AirPods case finished with an adorable starfish appliquĂ© on the front. It’s cute, sturdy, beginner-friendly, and the perfect size to keep your AirPods safe and stylish. This design also pairs beautifully with keychains, bags, or summer-themed accessories. This project is understandable for absolute beginners. simple stitches, easy construction, and step-by-step guidance. If you're someone who prefers visual learning, I also have a crochet AirPods case tutorial on my YouTube channel so you can crochet along while watching. For this pouch, I used soft beach-inspired shades yellow, and beige for the granny squares and a bright pop of color for the starfish. Feel free to get creative with your palette: ocean blues, sunny yellows, coral pinks, red for starfish or even a textured cotton yarn...

Before You Start Crocheting, Read This | How to Understand Yarn Labels!

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What Is a Yarn Label? The yarn label is the first thing you should look at when selecting a new yarn for your knitting or crocheting project.  Every ball or skein of yarn comes with a label that gives you all the important details you need to create the right texture, size, and finish. Understanding these details will save you from sizing mistakes and help your projects look more professional, especially if you work with different yarns regularly. Every yarn ball or skein comes with a label that gives you key information about the yarn, like what it’s made of, how thick it is, what hook or needle to use, and how to care for it. What should we look at yarn lable? Brand Name and Yarn Name Fiber Content Yarn Weight (Thickness) Recommended Hook and Needle Size Gauge (Tension) Yarn Length and Weight Care Instructions Dye Lot Number Let’s break it down, 1. Brand Name and Yarn Name The brand is the company that makes the yarn (e.g., Red Heart, Lion Brand, Nako, Himalaya, etc.). The yarn ...

Free Crochet Four Leaf Clover Pattern + Step-by-Step Clover Leaves Tutorial!

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Hi everyone! Looking for a quick and easy crochet project? This free crochet clover leaf pattern is perfect for beginners! 🍀 It’s small, simple, and works up in just a few minutes - ideal for adding a cute touch to your bags as charm, keychains, cards, or festive decorations. We’ve also shared a step-by-step video tutorial to help you follow along easily - perfect if you’re just starting your crochet journey. So grab your yarn and hook, and let’s make this lucky crochet clover leaf together!  Give us credits instagram: @hooknbloom (or) youtube: @HookNBloom Stripes Round 1: Start with a magic ring. Ch 6 Ch 1 (count as a first chain) + ch 5. Sl st all the way. (5), then sl st into the magic ring. Ch 5, 5 sl st, sl st in mr. Repeat × 2 [4] Stem: ch 12, sl st all the way, sl st in mr. Close the ring/circle tightly. Leaf Round 2: 1st petal:- Sl st, 1 sc, 1 sc, 1 hdc, (2 hdc), ch 3, sl st in the same space where we have made (2 hdc). ch 3, (2 hdc), 1 hdc, 1 sc, 1 sc, in the last stitch ...

Crochet Hook and Yarn Pairing Made Easy - Beginner’s Guide to Yarn Weight & Hook Size

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Hey everyone! Picking the right yarn and hook size can make a big difference in your crochet projects, especially if you're new to it.  This guide will teach you how to match the right crochet hook with the right yarn weight so that your stitches always look neat, even, and pretty.  Knowing the weight of the yarn and the size of the hook will help you get the right texture and drape for your project, whether you're making a warm blanket, a delicate lace doily, or a thick scarf.  We'll go over it step by step so you won't have to guess which hook to use again! Yarn Size (Weights) Yarn sizes, also known as yarn weights, refer to the thickness of the yarn. They range from very fine threads to super chunky yarns. The most common categories are, Lace (No: 0): Very thin, delicate yarns used for intricate designs like doilies or lace shawls. Super Fine (No: 1): Also called Fingering or Sock yarn. Great for lightweight garments and detailed patterns. Fine (No: 2): Also calle...