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TOP 10 CROCHET WEB SITES »
Top 10 best crochet web sites rated by the
LoveToKnow editors. 
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LoveToKnow
Crafts
Huge selection of articles on crochet. Beginning articles
include topics such as how to
learn to crochet and many of the basics needed by beginning
crocheters. More advanced topics include free
Christmas crochet patterns and info on a
filet crochet pattern.
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Yarn Market
One of the largest selections around of different types, brands,
colors and weights of yarn. Get
project ideas and shop for kits. You can also grab crochet
hooks, books and other accessories. Free shipping on orders over
$100 or $6.49 flat shipping on orders under $100. |
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eHow to Buy Crochet Hooks
Details on what to look for when buying crochet hooks. Details
the types of materials the typical crochet hook is made from, sizes
and tips for saving money. Also check out the articles on
how to hold a crochet hook and
how to gauge crochet stitches.
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Amazon.com: Crochet Books
The Internet's largest retailer of books and related products has
a huge selection of crochet titles. Check out
The Crochet Answer Book: Solutions to Every Problem You'll Ever
Face; Answers to Every Question You'll Ever Ask. |
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Message Board for Crocheters
Offers many topics of interest to the crochet enthusiast. Talk
about
crocheting for charity, crochet web sites, crochet books, best
books for beginners, crochet stitches and detailed instructions,
where to buy supplies or start your own topic.
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Angels for
Hope
A nonprofit organization that crochets angels to help those going
through a time of crisis and in need of a little hope. The
organization's goal for 2007 is to reach 65,000 people. Fill out a
request for your own angel, butterfly or smiley face. You can also
make a donation. |
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BeadWrangler
Site covers the topic of crocheting with beads. Read a huge
number of articles on topics such as
beading tips, crochet tips and links to crochet events and
insider crochet trivia. Be sure to check out
Barb's World, the book reviews and
Beadwrangler stories.
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Crochet Guild of
America
Organization geared to bring together those who love the art of
crochet and keep the craft alive through local meetings, regional
and national conferences. Members can download patterns. Find a
local
chapter meeting near you or start your own chapter. |
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Linda's Patterns
Personal website offering many free crochet patterns. Includes
patters for everything from
dish cloths to
beanie baby clothing. Also find links to patterns for towel
toppers, toy tote bag, Christmas stockings, scarves and dozens of
other every day items.
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Hobby Lobby
Dozens of
free project ideas, updated monthly. Buy supplies, yarn, crochet
hooks online or via their brick and mortar stores. Search the online
store to find out what specials and coupons are available. While
you're there, be sure to subscribe to the weekly mailing of specials
and coupons. |
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Calming Seas
Site dedicated to the memory of crocheters everywhere and in
particular the webmaster's late wife, Karen Perkins. Offers links to
crochet terms,
original patterns, and a
community message board. The resources section lists info on
different stitches and hooks.
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Crochet
Treasures Vintage Patterns
Offers
vintage crochet patterns you won't find anywhere else. Last Supper
panel pattern, Twenty-Third Psalm panel, deer horses or birds chair
set patterns, and several others. Also offers vintage books and some
free patterns you can download direct from the site. |
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Converting Patterns
Learn to easily convert patterns from knitting to crocheting and
vice versa. Also gives additional resources to turn to such as a
book called From Needles to Hook. Check out the handy online
conversion charts and a chart to help you determine how much
yarn you really need.
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The Leisure Boutique
Many wonderful crochet books are available at this site. Get top quality crochet thread and hooks as well as instructional DVDs. Find fun crochet kits for children and adults plus great gift ideas. |
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Yarn Cat
Interesting site of a woman who crochets as she travels all over
the country. Includes pictures of her visits and her crochet
projects. She sells items such as cute little
crocheted turtles from her website. She offers many
additional crochet tips and loads of great attitude throughout
her site.
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Lion Brand Yarn
One of the most popular yarn brands used by crocheters due to its
color similarity between lots and durability as well as the
reasonable price. Review
past newsletters and check out the many
free patterns available
for download. Be sure to
sign up to receive future newsletters and special offers while
you're there. |
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Crochetville
Very active online
community message board allows crochet enthusiasts from around
the world to connect with one another. Learn about topics such as
crocheting for charity, jump into one of the show and tell
discussions or get
original patterns and links to patterns all in one place.
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JPF
Crochet Club
Club is available to anyone around the world who loves crochet.
Offers newly converted and free patterns. For a small
membership fee, web visitors can access additional resources,
additional patterns, get a discount on supplies or chat with other
members. |
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Crochet Partners
If you're looking for a crochet mentor or someone to just share
ideas with, this message group could be for you. With more than 3000
members, you're sure to find someone who matches your own crocheting
interests. You can find
additional crocheting groups on Yahoo Groups as well.
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Annie's Attic
Offers
online shopping as well as several catalogs. Shop by technique,
type of yarn, project and more. Once in the crochet area, narrow
your search further by type of project such as babies, accessories,
afghans or quick and easy projects. Many patterns available for
purchase as well. |
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