Working front post and back post stitches in crochet is an easy way to give texture to a crocheted piece. Front post and back post refer to the way the crochet hook is inserted into the work when crocheting and can be done using different stitches, such as single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, treble crochet, etc. Instead of inserting the hook into the front and back loops of a crochet stitch as one would normally do, front and back post stitches are made by inserting the hook around the post of the stitch.

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Crochet this poncho to wear during winter or cool summer nights. The pattern is a simple and easy, repetitive pattern to crochet and includes instructions for customizing the poncho’s size so that it fits you exactly the way you want it. Finished Size: In photo: 14 1/2” (37 cm) long, 31” (78.5 cm) at widest point when flat, fits an adult small / medium size This pattern can be made to fit any size(s). Instructions include guidelines for taking measurements which are used in the place of conventional sizing guidelines, allowing for the item to be customized for the intended body shape or size. Skill Level:

Materials: Medium Weight Yarn (approximately 400 yards) Crochet Hook K (6.50 mm) Yarn needle

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Need help while crocheting your poncho? No worries, just ask for help!

New to the Crochet Spot Store, the Nylon Cleaning Set includes 5 patterns, each uses nylon netting to give an extra scrubbing power. If you’ve never crocheted with nylon netting, no worries, instructions for working with netting are also included.

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Crocheting has been passed down from generation to generation. While the basics of crochet stay the same, new techniques have emerged along with even more creative projects. As time goes on, it is important to make sure that crocheting continues to grow. Crocheting should not become a hobby that is overshadowed. Here are some easy and fun ideas that you can use to promote crochet within your community:
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Great news everyone! I have an extra, brand new copy of The Crochet Stitch Bible and would like to give it away for free to one of Crochet Spot’s awesome readers. Last week I did a review on this book, and it is one of my favorite crochet books that I have in my collection. If you would like to read the review here’s the link: Book Review: Crochet Stitch Bible. The review is an honest look at what’s great about the book and what may not be so great, so check it out! To enter into the giveaway you must…

Leave a comment on this post discussing the type of stitches in the book that you would like to learn. To do so, go to amazon.com and take a look inside of the book. You will be able to see the table of contents and the first few pages of the book! Please leave only 1 comment on this post, duplicated comments will be deleted along with comments that are not on topic.

All participants must be either a Crochet Spot Newsletter subscriber or a Premium Pattern Member at the time the winner is drawn. If you are neither, feel free to sign up for the newsletter or a membership.

Giveaway ends on Thursday, July 1, 2010 at 11:59PM EST, where a winner will be randomly drawn.

Good luck everyone!

ENTRIES ARE NOW CLOSED! Thanks for participating. The winner is posted here.

The security blanket is a small, familiar object that a child receives at a young age. The blanket gives a child the feeling of comfort and security. Crochet this simple security blanket along with a special teddy bear friend and watch your child tote it around everywhere he or she goes! Both the blanket and teddy bear are crocheted seamlessly in the round using this pattern. Skill Level: Finished Sizes: Blanket: 18” (46 cm) square Teddy Bear: 3 1/2” (9 cm) tall, 4” (10 cm) wide

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Frogging is the process of ripping out and undoing your crochet stitches when you make a mistake. Rip it, Rip it! If I’m not mistaking, all crocheters frog their work at some point or another. At least I know I do. Frogging can be frustrating if you spent a lot of time crocheting only to rip it apart later. But at least you can learn from the mistake made.

When I was first learning to crochet I remember having to frog a lot of my projects, because they didn’t turn out the way I wanted them to. Frogging used to be extra frustrating for me, but now I remember to keep in mind that it is a learning process. Although I am more experienced today, I still find that I frog my work. Frogging seems to be a natural part of crocheting, despite one’s skill level.

What about you? Do you frog your crochet projects?

I love crocheting in the summer, but I often come across people who say, “Are you crazy? It’s too hot to crochet!” For me, it’s never too hot to crochet! I think I’d go crazy if I couldn’t crochet just because it was hot. Here are some ways that I keep cool while crocheting in the summer. If you have ideas to share as well, feel free to leave them as a comment on this post so that other can read them too!
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