Fiber Frenzy: Knitting and Crochet Lenses on Squidoo
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Squids sure do love their fiber arts! As a big fan of knitting and crochet, I'm so happy to see all the great squidoo lenses about them. Here are a collection of my favorites, all sorted into categories.
Sprinkled amongst the vote-able lists (called plexos) are fun little extras. Show some love for your favorite craft, share a story about the person who inspired you to pick up yarn, or show off your encyclopedic knowledge with a five-question quiz.
Did I miss your favorite knitting or crochet lens? Go ahead and add it, then vote for it! Want to make on of your own? Go for it!
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Tutorials & Easy Patterns
Lenses focused on teaching the basics

This list is the place to start if you are a beginner knitter or crocheter. The lenses here feature information on how to knit or crochet, along with links to patterns designed to build your skills.
Did you learn to knit or crochet with the help of one of these lenses? Be sure to vote for it!
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Easy Knitting Patterns Can Help Your Determination to Enjoy Knitting
Please don't allow anyone or anything to stop you more...1 point
Learn Crochet Instructions
This lens features information for those new to th more...0 points
Learn To Knit On YouTube
Yes, I confess, I learned to knit on YouTube.Who w more...0 points
Learn to Crochet for FREE - The Art of Crochet by Teresa
I am teaching the Art of Crochet. You can ask ques more...0 points
Crochet Patterns for Beginners
Have you ever wanted to learn crochet? If so, you more...0 points
Easy knitting patterns for hipsters
Do you yearn for stylish but easy knitting pattern more...0 points
Teach Yourself to Knit!
My grandmother was a super-crafty lady. I wish she more...0 points
Coolest Knitting Patterns using just squares and rectangles.
It's amazing what you can knit using only the most more...0 points
Learn To Knit: Video Tutorials for The Beginner
As a knitting instructor at my LYS (local yarn sho more...0 points
You will learn to crochet
If you need help learning to crochet, then this is more...0 points
CRAFTS: Crochet Corner
So you wanna learn how to crochet?Congratulations! more...0 points
Scarves, Shawls, & Ponchos
If you wear it around your neck or over your shoulders, you'll find it here.

Scarves, shawls and ponchos are a great way to dive into knitting or crochet.
They're fun, fast, and they give you a taste of making garments without having to worry about it fitting exactly.
Especially if you just wear them on top of your head.
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Scarf Patterns
Free scarf patterns abound on the internet. Here a more...0 points
An Amazing Beginner Crochet Patterns
I am making this lens about beginner crochet patte more...0 points
free crochet scarf pattern
(c) Momwithahook PatternsHere is a lovely textured more...0 points
Free Cable Knit scarf pattern
Knitting scarves is a lot of fun. It doesn't take more...0 points
How To Crochet A Prayer Shawl
If you're looking for an easy Prayer Shawl Crochet more...0 points
Poncho Knitting Patterns
How to knit a poncho. Easy and complex knitting pa more...0 points
Knit Pattern Shawl
A really good and stylish way to keep yourself war more...0 points
Poncho Knitting Patterns
Having your own Poncho Knitting Patterns will allo more...0 points
Baby Love
Patterns for precious little ones

Making baby items is so much fun! Not only are there a ton of squee-worthy cute patterns out there, but making a baby garment is great practice before you start making adult sized garments.
You can try out new techniques, like lace or cabling, in a small space. Then, apply your new mad skills to a bigger project!
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Crocheting for Baby
I have a new baby and love to make things for him. more...0 points
Knitting for Baby
I have a new baby and love to make things for him. more...0 points
Easy to Follow Instructions and Ideas for Making Crochet Baby Headbands
If you are looking to find out how to make crochet more...0 points
Step-By-Step Baby Knitting Patterns
There are loads of people who enjoy knitting and c more...0 points
How I Made A Knitted Baby Pixie Hat
Where the initial idea came from to knit a baby ha more...0 points
Baby Booties
Baby booties are available in many designs and in more...0 points
Free baby knitting patterns
Every knitter loves knitting for babies. Projects more...0 points
Baby Booties
Booties, booties and more booties! I love baby boo more...0 points
So you want to knit for a baby?
If you want to knit for a special baby this Christ more...0 points
How to Knit Baby Bootees?
Few days ago when I looked after some clothes for more...0 points
Baby Thumbless Mittens Free Crochet Pattern
Crochet mittens without thumbs for an infant to we more...0 points
Hats, Socks and Slippers
Kintting & crochet's got you covered from head to toe

Knitting and crochet are the perfect crafts for keeping you toasty from head to toe.
Hats, socks and slippers work up in a jiffy and are delightfully portable (I've knit socks everywhere from the doctor's office to the train). They also make great gifts on short notice.
Knit or Crochet Slippers from Squares
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How To Crochet a Hat
How to crochet a hat. Here is where you will find more...0 points
Crochet Hippie Brim Hat Pattern
This is a hat I came up with after doing the hat b more...0 points
Trendy Fashion Socks Free Knitting Pattern
Socks are in! Now they are called "Fashion So more...0 points
Free Crochet Hat Patterns - found online
I love hats and I recently bought a nifty crochet more...0 points
Knitted Ladies Hat Free Pattern
An easy-to-knit hat from double knitting yarn in s more...0 points
Crochet Headband Free Pattern
Quick and easy to crochet with worsted yarn, this more...0 points
Knit some socks!
are handknit. I LOVE to knit socks, and can safely more...0 points
Sock Knitting: Knit Wool Socks with beautiful wool sock yarn...
Why knit socks at all? And why knit with double st more...0 points
Crochet Hats, Tams, Skullies, Skater, Beanies
I love to crochet. Hats are one of the easiest ite more...0 points
Show Some Love
Support your favorite fiber art

Do you love to knit? Or are you a hooker through and through? Er, I mean...Do you love to crochet?
Tell the world why you love your chosen craft. Stuck on both? That's ok. Chime in on both sides of the debate!
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Why do you love your craft?
Fetching blurbs now... please stand byI love knitting becasue...
jennabee25 says:
I find it relaxing and I love the sense of accomplishment I get from doing it!
Posted April 28, 2011
MerryM says:
The tailored look of knitting is great for clothing, or anything with color changes in it. And I learned it first, so it has a special place in my heart.
Posted February 12, 2010
I love crochet because...
MomwithAHook says:
I love crochet because it was the first craft I learned with success. Haven't developed the same love for knitting but maybe after I learn how to knit a pair of socks I'll change my mind.
Posted January 06, 2012
MerryM says:
Crochet takes less time than knitting, so it's great for a quick gift. And, I understand how to shape things more easily in crochet, so I use it for things like toys. And, it's just fun!
Posted February 12, 2010
Blankets and Afghans
Hand made blankets = love

To wrap up in a warm, snuggly afghan that someone has taken the time to make just for you is to know that you are loved. A blankets may take a little more time to make than a scarf, but there's something about one that touches people's hearts like no other gift.
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Free Granny Square Afghan Crochet Pattern
This vintage pattern has been around in assorted v more...0 points
Afghan Borders Patterns to Crochet
There are many afghan patterns to knit and crochet. more...0 points
Afghan Patterns
There are tons of free afghan patterns available o more...0 points
Afghan Knitting Patterns
How to knit an afghan. Easy and complex knitting p more...0 points
Holiday Patterns

Poinsettas and pumpkins and hearts, oh my!
Create great gifts and beautiful decorations for your favorite holiday. Need to spread the love this Valentine's Day? Check! Gotta deck the halls? Got you covered. Want to show your spooky side this Halloween? No problem. These knitting and crochet lenses fit the bill.
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How to Crochet a Poinsettia Tree Trim
The poinsettia is a favorite holiday decoration us more...0 points
Crochet Christmas Stocking
It is that once a year, when good friends are dear more...0 points
Angel Gifts and Christmas Crochet
- Online angel crochet pattern - Browse Angel Figu more...0 points
Christmas Tree Table Runner Filet Crochet Free Pattern
Crochet a table runner, tablecloth insertion or ch more...0 points
Crochet or Knit a Heart for Your Favorite Valentine
Are you looking for something special that is crea more...0 points
Crochet A Snowman
Snowmen are favorite Holiday decorations. This fre more...0 points
Christmas Dishcloth Patterns
I find dishcloths quick and easy to crochet, so I' more...0 points
Easy Halloween Yarn Crafts Patterns
This Halloween crafts and gifts lens will help you more...0 points
Halloween Dishcloth Patterns
It's October and it's time to get ready for Hallow more...0 points
Crochet Halloween Decorations
An adorable scarecrowA cute Polly PumpkinA Hallowe more...0 points
Christmas Knitting
Fun, functional or frivilous Christmas knitting pa more...0 points
Gift Knitting for the Holidays
I love to gift knit. The hunt for the perfect patt more...0 points
Snowman Knitting Patterns
How to knit a snowman and snowman designs. Easy an more...0 points
Christmas Knitting Patterns
How to knit christmas themed goodies. Easy and com more...0 points
Knit with Love: Free Patterns for Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is the perfect time to show your l more...0 points
Free Valentine Heart Crochet Edging Pattern
Say 'Be My Valentine' with this vintage Valentine more...0 points
Valentine's Day Knitting Patterns
Knitting for valentine's day. Easy and complex kni more...0 points
Thanksgiving Dishcloth Patterns
It's late fall - time to celebrate and give thanks more...0 points
Canada Day Knitting Patterns
How to knit for Canada Day. Easy and complex knitt more...0 points
Got skilz?
Test your fiber art knowledge

Think you know your stuff? Take this quick, five question quiz to see how your knowledge stacks up.
No need to worry about which craft you prefer, these questions work for both knit and crochet smarties!
(photo by risager / CC BY-SA 2.0)
Goth, Punk and Emo
It ain't your granny's fiber art

Knitting and crochet isn't just reindeer sweaters and potholders. These crafts have been picked up and transformed by amazingly creative minds of all walk of life.
I love the inventiveness and individuality of some of the goth and punk styles. Because really, when you get down to brass tacks, inventiveness and individuality are what knitting and crochet are all about. Right?
(photo by johl / CC BY-SA 2.0)
Goth Crocheting
For those who prefer to do their magical midnight more...0 points
A Companion to Goth Knitting
This is a sister site to my original Goth Knitting more...0 points
Goth Knitting
Knitting is goth. The magical bonding of yarn. The more...0 points
Accessories
Purses, Jewelry, etc.

Who need the mall? Make your own purses and jewelry!
Need a new look? Spice up boring clothes with an applique or flower.
There's even a lens on this list about knitting aprons. Yes, aprons! Now all you need is pearls and pumps and you could be the next queen of kitsch.
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Apron Knitting Patterns
How to knit an apron. Easy and complex knitting pa more...0 points
Crocheting with Beads - WigJig Jewelry Making University
The information in this lens on crocheting with be more...0 points
Free Gold Purse Necklace Crochet Pattern
another free pattern compliments of Lemon Tree Des more...0 points
Couldn't buy a Coach, so I made a crocheted faux-fur tote!
DON'T get me wrong! I LOVE Coach handbags and any more...0 points
Evening Clutch Bag in Shell Stitch Crochet Free Pattern
Match your evening bag to your outfit. Crochet an more...0 points
Handmade Knitted Purses
Welcome, this lens is about knitted purses that I more...0 points
Free Ruby Necklace Crochet Pattern
another free pattern compliments of Lemon Tree Des more...0 points
Crochet Appliques
I enjoy Crochet appliques whether to add a touch o more...0 points
Easy to Knit or Crochet Headband, Wrist band, Choker Necklace or Belt Free Pattern
You can easily knit or crochet a headband, wrist b more...0 points
Flower Knitting Patterns
How to knit a flower and knit flower designs. Easy more...0 points
Who Inspired You?

Who inspired you to knit or crochet? Did your mom or grandmother teach you when you were little? Or, was it the other way around, and you learned from one of your kids? Did a good friend put a pair of needles or a hook in your hands and patiently guide you through your first project?
Give some props to the one who brought the fiber arts into your life, then keep scrolling down for more great lenses!
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MomwithAHook
Jan 6, 2012 @ 3:18 pm | delete
- My mom tried teaching me when I was young. I was too frustrated back then but when I was pregnant with my second child I took lessons at a craft shop. I finally was a 'crafter' and have been creating ever since.
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MerryM Jan 6, 2012 @ 10:57 pm | delete
- Ya, I head that story allot when I was working in craft shops. Sometimes the craftiness just sits dormant for a while then later breaks out all over. ;)
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jennabee25
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- My grandmother attempted to teach me when I was quite young with disastrous results. I later picked up last October from teaching myself and taking classes. I'm about to finish my first garment! Still, I come from a line of knitters and am happy to keep the tradition alive.
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MerryM Apr 28, 2011 @ 4:56 pm | delete
- How lovely! I hear similar stories all the time when teaching knitting. So many people learned from an older family member, left it, then picked it back up again later. Just think, one day you'll be passing on the torch to someone you care about. :)
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arncyn
Feb 5, 2010 @ 10:10 am | delete
- Very nicely done lens on fiber arts! You have put together a wonderful resource. *blessed by an angel*
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MerryM Feb 6, 2010 @ 1:02 pm | delete
- Thanks!
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MerryM Feb 3, 2010 @ 11:21 pm | delete
- My best friend, Jackie, taught me to knit. Her mother, Leona, managed the needlepoint shop where I worked, and she became my fiber art guru. Her creativity with yarns and threads inspired me to stretch myself and learn all I could about this great craft!
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Loom Knitting
Knifty Knitter and other loom patterns and tutorials

Want to get the hang of working with yarn before trying those scary looking hooks or needles? Try loom knitting. It's an old art that's making a revival in the modern craft scene. There are so many sizes and shapes of looms out there. You'll be making hats, scarves, blankets, and even socks before you know it!
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Loom Knitting
Loom knitting is becoming very popular. It is so e more...0 points
Free Knifty Knitter Patterns
Are you looking for a collection of the best Knift more...0 points
Loom Knitting Basics
You have your first knitting loom -- or maybe you more...0 points
Loom Knitting
I have discovered the most wonderful yarn craft ho more...0 points
Knifty Knitter Knitting Looms
Knifty knitter knitting looms are a great way to k more...0 points
Loom knitting
Loom knitting has been around for hundreds of year more...0 points
Knifty Knitter Scarf Patterns - Free
A beginning knitter can easily make a scarf on the more...0 points
Plushies
Amigurumi and more!

Squeee!
Ahem, er. I mean, aren't these just the cutest little toys you've ever seen? Come on, try one. You know you want to.
Bet ya can't stop with just one. :)
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Simple Crochet Amigurumi Owl
I've been crocheting a lot of animals lately and t more...0 points
All About Amigurumi Crochet
I recently did a search under "amigurumi" more...0 points
Amigurumi: Cute, Cuddly, Crochet
Amigurumi (a-me-goo-roo-me), the Japaneese word fo more...0 points
An Introduction to Amigurumi
Amigurumi are crotched stuffed animals (in Japanes more...0 points
Amigurumi (crocheted dolls)
Amigurumi, what is it and how to do it? Amigurumi more...0 points
Free Crochet Doll & Toy Patterns
Hi! I love making crafts, especially crocheted ite more...0 points
Amigurumi Patterns- Adorable Crochet Dolls from Japan
'Amigurumi' toys have been taking the crochet comm more...0 points
Free Crochet Amigurumi Gnome Pattern
I love gnomes and I know others do too. I came up more...0 points
Amigurumi Special with patterns and tutorials
Amigurumi, according to Wikipedia, is the Japanese more...0 points
Amigurumi and Crocheted Toys
Amigurumi are a popular version of the wonderful a more...0 points
Crochet Cupcakes - A Quick No Cal Holiday Gift
Crochet Cupcakes are a simple, no calorie, healthy more...0 points
Ninja Patterns: Crotchet, Knit, Sew, or Embroider Your Ninja
I wanted to make an amigurumi ninja. When I did a more...0 points
Free Amigurumi Squirrel Pattern
Free Crochet Squirrel Pattern by Momwithahook This more...0 points
Cephalopod Patterns: Squid, Octopi, Cuttlefish, and Cthulu
Cephalopods are marine animals -- they include the more...0 points
Amigurumi - Crochet and Knit Toys for One of a Kind Gifts
Amigurumi toys (knitted and crochet toys) are an e more...0 points
Knit Cupcakes - A No Calorie Holiday Treat
Knitted Cupcakes are a holiday treat, perfect for more...0 points
Turtle Knitting Patterns
How to knit a turtle. Easy and complex knitting pa more...0 points
Crochet Waldorf Gnome Pattern
I love gnomes and especially those cute small knit more...0 points
Ladybug Knitting Patterns
How to knit ladybug designs. Easy and complex knit more...0 points
Mouse Knitting Patterns
How to knit a mouse and knit mouse designs. Easy a more...0 points
Cephalopod Craft Patterns
Make your own stuffed octopus, squid, and cuttlefi more...0 points
Potpourri
Everything Else

No, not little bits of fruity smelling yarn. These potpourri are either filled with a variety of pattern links, or are based around a pattern that didn't fit into the other categories. Fun stuff!
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Free Knitting Patterns
Free Knitting Patterns. Knitting is getting very p more...0 points
Free Knitting Patterns Galore
Knitting Patterns Galore for FREE! Here you will f more...0 points
Hello Kitty Knitting Patterns
How to knit hello kitty. Easy and complex knitting more...0 points
Teapot Cosy Knitting Patterns
How to knit a teapot cosy. Easy and complex knitti more...0 points
Dog Sweater Knitting Patterns
How to knit a dog sweater to keep your puppy warm more...0 points
Legwarmer Knitting Patterns
How to knit a legwarmers. Easy and complex knittin more...0 points
Dishcloth Knitting Patterns
How to knit a dishcloth. Easy and complex knitting more...0 points
Batman Knitting Patterns
How to knit batman designs. Easy and complex knitt more...0 points
Mittens Knitting Patterns
How to knit mittens. Easy and complex knitting pat more...0 points
Star Trek Knitting Patterns
How to knit Star Trek designs. Easy and complex kn more...0 points
Harry Potter Knitting Patterns
How to knit harry potter themed gifts and accessor more...0 points
Bella's Mittens
I'm so in love. The words 'gorgeous', 'yummy' and. more...0 points
Free Online Crochet Patterns
Free online crochet patterns with instructions - an more...0 points
Free Crochet Patterns 4 All
I have collected literally thousands of free croch more...0 points
Crochet Beverage Holders
Crochet pattern online for pop can/beverage holders. more...0 points
Crochet: Fun free patterns
What a Surprise! Today as I checked my email I not more...0 points
PULL TAB (POP TOP) CROCHET
Crochet with pop tops is a very popular craft in m more...0 points
Funky knits and cool crochet
Knitting and crocheting are becoming more and more more...0 points
What do you love to make?
Vote for your favorite project

Do you wake up in the middle night thinking, "I know the perfect sweater to make with that purple alpaca in the bottom of my closet!" Do you pass by scarves in the mall knowing that the fifteen hand made ones you have back home look so much better? Do pictures of socks dance across your vision when you close your eyes?
What trips your trigger about knitting and/or crochet? What floats your boat about fiber art? What gets you yearnin' for yarn?
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Thank You for Visiting!

I hope you enjoyed this fiber filled lens.
Got any suggesstions for new categories? Or any other feed back? Go ahead, lay it on me!
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- Thank you for your wonderful lens!
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Nov 3, 2010 @ 6:00 pm | delete
- I spend a lot of time doing pattern searches myself (I actually have an octopus/squid pattern search that is queued to be published in dec on my blog). If you've got the time, take a peak at what I do :)
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