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Quick and Easy Crochet Gloves & Mittens for Last-Minute Christmas Gifts

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  AI Image As we get close to Christmas, many of us suddenly realise we need a few more handmade presents than we planned. This is exactly the time of year when quick and easy crochet projects save the day. If you’re looking for a cosy, thoughtful Christmas gift , you can’t go wrong with a pair of crochet gloves , fingerless gloves , or crochet mittens . They’re practical, they look beautiful and most importantly, they work up fast. This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting my work. One of the reasons crochet gloves are so popular during the holidays is that they’re incredibly efficient to make. Most crochet gloves and mittens only use a small amount of yarn, making them brilliant for stash-busting  or using up those leftover balls from past projects. They’re also wonderfully portable, so you can pop them in your hand bag and work a few rounds whenever you have ...

Crunch Stitch (Even Moss Stitch) Tutorial – Easy One Row Repeat

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Hello yarn lovers. Today we’re learning a stitch that is super simple, wonderfully textured, and perfect for so many cosy projects. If you love stitches that look fancy but are actually mindless and relaxing to work, the crunch stitch (also known as the even moss stitch ) is definitely one you’ll want to add to your favourites. This stitch is a one-row repeat , works up quickly, and looks the same on both sides – which is always a bonus. It gives you a thick, spongy, beautifully textured fabric that’s brilliant for everyday makes. Before we get into the actual tutorial, let’s take a look at why you might want to use this stitch in your next project. What You Can Make with the Even Moss Stitch Because this stitch has such a soft, dense texture, it’s perfect for practical, hard-working projects. Here are a few ideas: • Dishcloths and washcloths – the texture is amazing for scrubbing • Baby blankets – lovely and squishy • Pot holders – nice and thick • Bags and baskets • Cosy sc...