About Needlecrafts: Want to Try a New Craft? Start Here

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Needlecrafts From Sarah White, your About Needlecrafts Editor It's always fun to think about starting a new craft or hobby obsession, so this week we're looking at the basics for a bunch of different needlecrafts, whether you want to add a new skill or just need a refresher. Happy crafting! Sewing Machine 101 This guide from Debbie has lots of great information about what to look for when buying a new machine, the parts of the machine, a glossary of terms and all the basics you need to get started sewing. Search Related Topics:  free sewing patterns and projects  sewing tools  sewing definitions 10 Things Every Quilter Should Know From understanding fabric to sewing a true 1/4 inch seam, strip piecing, proper pressing and more, this collection of tips will make you a better quilter in no time. Search Related Topics:  easy quilts  quilt patterns  rotary cutting safety Learn to Knit This quick-start guide covers everything you need to know to get started knitting, from casting on and forming stitches to choosing easy projects and fixing problems. Search Related Topics:  learning to knit  knitting skills  basic knitting terms Easy Crocheted Baby Blanket You don't have to know a lot of different stitches to complete a pretty crochet project, as this baby blanket worked in single crochet illustrates. Search Related Topics:  crocheted blankets  crochet designs by amy solovay  Related Searches Sewing Parts Craft Yarn Art Craft Hobby Craft Supplies Beads Craft Supply Featured Articles 5 Jewelry Making Tools for Beginners How to String Beads on Wire Stitch Your First Cross Stitch Alphabetical Embroidery Stitch List Needlepoint for Beginners All About Sergers   More from About.com Sign-up for Shareables! An every-morning rundown of the day in history, headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Please sign up it's free (of course), we think you will like it! Want More From About.com Check out our social page tailored to your interest!   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Needlecrafts newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Advertisement