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Jonah Larson is an teenage crochet prodigy who is fascinated with the idea that by manipulating yarn with his hook and fingers he can transform it into items as diverse as afghans and cowls. He believes in helping others by donating his time, talent and art. Jonah has been making beautiful works of fiber art since he was 5 years old. He taught himself to crochet using how-to... Full bio »
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In this Quick Stitches & Tips episode brought to you by Annie's Creative Studio, 11-year-old crochet expert Jonah Larson will demonstrate the single crochet stitch plus additional techniques to help you complete his Single Crochet Coaster.
In this episode, you'll learn how to:
- Single crochet in both loops.
- Slip stitch.
- Fasten off.
- Weave in yarn ends.
Coaster: 4 inches square
Materials:
- Red Heart Super Saver medium (worsted) weight acrylic yarn (7 oz/364 yds/198g per skein): 1 oz each #528 medium purple, #506 pool, #234 saffron, #672 spring green and #259 flamingo
- Size I/9/5.5mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle