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Expert: Bea Harrell - 8/31/2008


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my ability to change colours in crocheting is really poor.  i'm using the method of pulling up the new colour in the last stitch of the old colour, but it is so hard to keep the yarn tight and i end up making a mess.  :)  it limits what projects i can take on...is there an easier way, or do i need to stop complaining and keep practicing?

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Hey, Jen!  The method you are using, is the best and most efficent, and is used by every expert crocheter I know. So, My advice would be to keep practicing!!  I've never used any other method, so I don't know if there are any other ways to change colors! Sorry I couldn't be more help.

Regards,  Bea

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Bea Harrell

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I consider myself an expert in the field of hand crochet. I have been crocheting for 45 years. I can answer most question on the differnt stitches, as well as the methods used to create speciality items. The art of crochet, after 2 decades of being out of fashion, is enjoying a modest come back. I want to help those newcomers looking for a little/lot of help to get started. Once they are comfortable with the process, they can relax & begin to create the heirlooms of tomorrow.

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Experience in the art of crochet is
40 + years crocheting for myself, my family & occasionally doing commissioned work.

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Bachelors degree in Social Science.

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