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    Should you block a crocheted blanket?
    Sarah Stearns
    DIY Specialist
    Sarah Stearns is a DIY Specialist, Artist, Maker, Blogger, and the Founder of SarahMaker.com. With over ten years of experience, she specializes in fun, approachable crafts like crocheting, making polymer clay jewelry, quilting, and creating Cricut projects. Her work has been featured in several publications, such as Scientific American, Good Housekeeping, Vox, and Apartment Therapy. Sarah holds a BA in Psychology from Vanderbilt University.
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    Yes! To do it, pin the corner and edges of the blanket on a towel-covered table. Then, mist it with water until slightly damp and let it dry thoroughly.
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    What is a moss stitch, and how do I do it?
    Suzi Quillen
    Knitting and Crochet Expert
    Suzi Quillen is a Knitting and Crochet Expert based in Granite Falls, Washington. After honing a love of knitting and crochet and becoming a crochet pattern designer, Suzi founded Perfectly Knotty in 2014, an online hub for knitting and crochet learners and enthusiasts. Perfectly Knotty offers multiple avenues to inspire creativity in its customers, selling allergy-conscious yarns and fibers, offering crochet and knitting patterns, and providing stitching support via tips and resources.
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    The moss stitch, also referred to as the granite stitch, is a straightforward crochet technique that yields textured crochet projects. This stitch involves alternating between single crochet and chain stitches, creating a visually appealing pattern with a textured surface. It is a versatile and popular choice for various crochet items, adding depth and interest to the finished pieces.
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    Preferably, how tight should the stitches be?
    DiamondWarrior649
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    Wind the stitches loosely as you work along; they should not be wound and held tighly around the hook, but they should not be limp and dropping either. Hold the yarn just tight enough that it will not slip out of your fingers, but will not strain them either.
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    I need a binding stitch around to end project. Any suggestions?
    DiamondWarrior649
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    You can go with a slip stitch, or a single crochet, or double crochet. You can even do half double crochet; any stitch will help your project lay flat.
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