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This week, we are going to cover some different stitches. My camera is still on the fritz, and since there would be way too many still pictures for each stitch (plus I’m crazy busy with work and home life this week) I decided to link to some great videos that I found on the web. They should help clear up any questions you might have for each stitch, and what they don’t I will (hopefully!)

This week we will learn:

• Shell stitch
• Popcorn stitch
• V stitch
• Puff stitch
• Bullion Stitch

Shell Stitch

Here is the link to the shell stitch. This stitch makes a very pretty pattern, perfect for afghans.

Popcorn Stitch

The link to the popcorn stitch. This is a common stitch used to add texture to a crocheted piece.

V Stitch

The video for V-stitch. A very pretty pattern that is quite simple to work.

Puff Stitch

The link to the puff stitch video. The puff stitch is very similar to the popcorn stitch, and adds texture to the piece.

Bullion Stitch

You can find the bullion stitch here. These stitches are quite tall, and add texture and a unique look to a piece.
These are just a few of the many, many stitches used to add dimension and beauty to crochet pieces. On the Nexstitch site, there are lots of different videos for many different stitches that you can learn when you have the time!!

Here are this week’s patterns. I spent a bit more time going through them (and I didn’t do it late at night LOL) so hopefully I made better choices than last week.

Pattern #1: Shell Stitch Square (this pattern is for a 6″ square. Work it using your H hook, if you find you are around 6″, do a round of sc around the edges, which should bring it to 7″. Or try using a bigger hook (Ie I)
Pattern #2: Fall Flower (don’t worry about color changes yet)

Pattern #3: Circle of Hope
Pattern #4: Puffs and Posts
Pattern #5: Bullion Beauty
Feeling ambitious?

Pattern #6: Puff X Square This pattern will look intense when you first look at it. Don’t get overwhelmed. Translate each round at a time and make sure you have it before you start. It will be easier than you think

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