News from the world of crochet bags

Finitura di una borsa all'uncinetto: fodera, chiusura, manici - Macrè Bag

How to Finish a Crocheted Bag: Lining, Closures, Handles, and Care

The difference between an amateur and a professional bag lies entirely in the finish. Lining, closure, handles, blocking, and long-term care: the complete guide to giving every crochet bag a branded touch.
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Tecniche dell'uncinetto per fare borse all'uncinetto - Macrè Bag

Crochet Techniques for Making Bags: The Complete A to Z Guide

Crochet grip, 6 basic stitches, reading patterns, yarn calculation, mistakes to avoid. The complete guide to techniques for crocheting a bag, from the first stitch to the finishing touches.
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Filati per borse all'uncinetto: cordino, fettuccia, pandorino, raffia - Macrè Bag

Yarn for Crochet Bags: The Complete Guide to Choosing the Right Yarn

Cotton, cord, tape, pandorino, raffia, marshmallow: 6 families of yarns for crocheted bags. What differentiates them, when to use them, and how to choose the right one for your project.
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Come tenere correttamente l'uncinetto: presa a matita e a coltello per borse Macrè Bag

How to hold a crochet hook: the right grip to prevent hand fatigue

Does your wrist hurt after an hour of crocheting? Almost always it's the wrong grip. The 2 right techniques and how to never get tired.
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I 6 punti base dell'uncinetto: catenella, punto basso, punto alto e altri per borse Macrè Bag

The 6 basic crochet stitches you need to know to make a bag

Six stitches, not sixty. That's all you need to know to make 90% of crochet bags. We'll explain which ones and when.
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Schemi all'uncinetto con simboli e abbreviazioni: come decifrarli per borse fatte a mano Macrè Bag

How to Read a Crochet Pattern: A Practical Guide for Beginners

Incomprehensible crochet patterns? A dozen abbreviations and you'll understand everything. Plus the UK/US pitfall that makes you mess up your bags.
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Errori comuni nelle borse all'uncinetto: tensione, conteggio punti, fodera e finitura Macrè Bag

The 7 most common mistakes when crocheting a bag

Crooked bag, skipped stitches, changing tension: the 7 mistakes all beginners make. How to avoid them before they cost you 10 hours.
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Gomitoli di filato per borsa all'uncinetto Macrè Bag: come calcolare la quantità per ogni modello

How much yarn do you need to crochet a bag? A practical guide

How many skeins do I buy for my bag? The number one question, with practical answers — model by model, yarn by yarn.
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Filati per borse all'uncinetto Macrè Bag: cordino, pandorino, fettuccia, cotone e raffia a confronto

Which yarn to choose for your first crochet bag

Cord, ribbon, "pandorino", lycra pizza: the real difference between yarns and how to choose the right one for your first bag.
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Borsa tote Macrè Bag in raffia color crema con manici in pelle su muretto vista mare, bouganville rosa, cappello di paglia e occhiali da sole — estate

Crochet bags for summer: 5 patterns to make and which yarns to use

5 summer bag styles you'll want to make this summer, from the beach to a special occasion — with the right yarn for each and the colors of the moment.
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Tipologie di uncinetto per borse all'uncinetto: numeri, materiali e modelli del catalogo Macrè Bag

Do you know all the types of crochet?

Number 3 or number 12? Aluminum, wood, or plastic? Choosing poorly ruins the project. The complete guide to never making a mistake again.
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