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Front Loop Only and Back Loop Only Crochet Stitch Tutorial

Front Loop Only and Back Loop Only Crochet Stitch Tutorial

Hannah, author of HanJan Crochet.

Hey, I'm Hannah!

Creating has always been a part of my life and over the past few years HanJan Crochet has grown beyond my wildest dreams - I'm so happy to welcome you here to join in!

I love to design modern and enjoyable crochet patterns that bend the rules of stitches, construction and anything else I can get away with!

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