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Snuggle Up with a Winter White Afghan
This ultra-warm wrap works up quickly and easily with a four-row pattern repeat. It is crocheted using two strands of worsted weight yarn and a size N (9.00 mm) hook.As always, we would love to see your work! If you make this project, tag us on social media with #leisurearts.-Leisure Arts TeamABBREVIATIONSch(s) chain(s)sc single crochet(s)dc double crochet(s)sp(s) spaces(s)hdc half double crochet(s)st(s) stitch(es)mm millimetersH — work instructions foll
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Feb 6th 2022
Practice your knitting with a gorgeous winter sweater
Create this adorable set for the winter explorer in your life!
In this week's blog post, practice your knitting with a free project!As always, we would love to see your work! If you make this project, tag us on social media with #leisurearts.-Leisure Arts Team
ABBREVIATIONSch(s) chain(s) P purl K knit st(s) stitch(es) MC &nbs
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Jan 30th 2022
Knit a Gorgeous, Green Afghan
Prepare for spring with a verdant afghan!In this week's blog post, learn how to knit with a free project!As always, we would love to see your work! If you make this project, tag us on social media with #leisurearts.-Leisure Arts Team SIZE: Approx 42” x 66” before fringingMATERIALS:
Worsted wt yarn, 12 oz each lt green (A) and med green (B), 8 oz dk green (C);
10” or 14” straight knitting needles size 10½ (Canadian size 2) or size needed
for gauge.GAUGE: In
stock st, 7 sts = 2”; 5
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Jan 23rd 2022
Practice Your Crochet with Grapevine Filet
Filet crochet isn't just for doilies anymore!In this week's blog post, learn how to filet crochet with a free project!Filet crochet is an old form of crochet which is becoming popular again! It is worked from a chart in which the empty squares represent spaces and filled‑in squares represent blocks, which are usually made from chunkier double crochet or treble crochet stitches, creating a pixel art effect. Once you've mastered this technique, you can chart out all sorts of new designs like shape
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Jan 16th 2022
Spread Your Wings With Diamond Art
"Creativity is intelligence having fun."— Albert EinsteinGet creative with acetate and diamond dotting. Whether
it's a butterfly, cactus, corgi, or a popsicle, a shadowbox is the great way to
add a sparkle of personality to any home or office! Today's tutorial takes you
step-by-step through creating a butterfly shadowbox worth treasuring for years
to come. Diamond Dotting Butterfly on Acetate
Shadowbox—Handmade By Leisure ArtsNow This Is A Fly Project Add designer touches and show off your
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Jan 9th 2022