The butterfly stitch is a simple technique that creates a lace-like accent. It’s worked between other stitches, usually double crochet or taller. The butterfly stitch is worked over four rows and uses long chain spaces. In this tutorial, the chain spaces are 8 chains long.

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Start by beginning your row as usual. You’ll need at least one stitch on each end of the butterfly stitch to anchor it to. Make the required number of chains and finish your first three rows.

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Who doesn’t love to crochet coasters?! All crochet enthusiasts and the people who love them have several coasters that were made as first-time patterns, holiday gifts, and leftover yarn creations. Here I present to you an easy, but fun pattern I created to use as a coaster. It is cute and it looks like a wheel, which gives it a different flavor from our usual coaster patterns. Enjoy!

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The adjustable ring is a very popular method of starting a project in the round, but some prefer the double ring for its greater durability. This tutorial will teach you how to make a double ring so you can see which one you prefer and have another skill in your crochet arsenal.

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First, wrap the yarn around twice. Your yarn tail should be in the front, and the working yarn should be in the back.

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Spring is here! I am so glad, aren’t you? I can’t wait to spend my evenings outside as the weather warms up and the daylight lengthens. You just can’t beat the wonderful scent of lilacs, daffodils and tulips in the air. It won’t be long and butterflies will be visiting my garden again too. I just can’t wait to see them peacefully resting on my flowers. In anticipation of their arrival I created this butterfly pattern for you this week. You could use it for a pin or an applique. It’s great for kid’s clothing, totes, and hats. You could also sew it on baby blankets and accessories!

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There’s a new set of patterns in the Crochet Spot Store! This set of drawstring bags has an unlimited number of uses. Use the bags as gift bags and party favors. Or use them to protect your phone, camera, or anything else that may need a small baggie. Each bag is crocheted with a fun and different stitch pattern. Feel free to mix and match colors to make your own unique set of bags. The bags are crocheted in the round like a spiral so that there are no seams on the bags.

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A Guest Post by JennyAndTeddy. Meet Susie, the little squid! She is extremely popular with kids of all ages, yet simple and quick to throw together. This little baby squid will be a delight in your collection. But be careful, looking so cute this little fellow is a must have and you may be asked to make a beach bucket full of them. Skill Level: Finished Size: Body is 2″ (5 cm) diameter and Tentacles are 2″ (5 cm) long Materials: Medium Weight Yarn (approx. 50 yards) Crochet Hook F (3.75 mm) 2 Plastic 7.5mm safety eyes Polyester Fiberfill Yarn Needle Stitch Marker (or scrap of contrasting yarn) Ribbon and craft glue (optional)

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Here comes Peter Cottontail hopping down the bunny trail! It’s time to start crocheting some projects for Easter. This quick and easy bunny is a great pattern for beginners. It is so fast to make and can be used in a variety of ways. It’s also a great scrap saver project for all those extra yarn bits that are lying around. This chubby bunny could be sewn on your child’s Easter outfit, made into a pin, used to embelish linens or baby gifts. If you like chocolate bunnies, then swap out the white yarn for a cocoa brown color. Have fun and happy crocheting this week!

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Decorating the home can be a fun experience, but we’ve had moments where decorating the home can be a daunting task. Coming up with new ideas, especially if you’re an experimentalist like me, can help make the experience a lot better. This time around I put together my favorite three crochet ideas for your home decor.
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Readers possess the key to knowledge whenever they open a book, but sometimes it’s just necessary to close it up and put it down for a while. Now you have another key to hold your place and make getting to that knowledge easier. Once you learn the techniques used, this pattern is fun and easy to make for your favorite book lover or a deserving librarian.

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There’s a new pattern in the Crochet Spot Store! Have you ever wanted to hand make your dog a special toy? If so, here’s a pattern for you! This classic dog bone can be crocheted in 3 different sizes. Crochet the bone that will best fit your dog’s size. Feel free to crochet the bone in multiple colors and embroider you dog’s name or a fun saying on the bone. Also feel free to add a squeaker or rattle if you desire. Don’t forget to always supervise your best friend while playing!

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