Make crochet easier with practical tips, helpful techniques, and advice for crocheters of all skill levels. Learn how to choose yarn and hooks, improve your tension, fix common crochet mistakes, read patterns, and work more confidently on your projects.
Crocheting for several years does not mean you know how to crochet straight edges. I knew how to crochet a cardigan before i learnt the multiple ways to crocheting straight edges! So i have put together the 3 best ways to crochet straight edges for you in ways even the absolute beginners can understand. If … Read more
Stitch Name (US) Stitch Name (UK) Abbreviation (US) Abbreviation (UK) Single Crochet Double Crochet sc dc Half Double Crochet Half Treble Crochet hdc htr Double Crochet Treble Crochet dc tr Treble Crochet Double Treble Crochet tr dtr
Crochet is a relaxing and enjoyable activity that requires patience and attention to detail. However, if you want to crochet faster, there are some tips you can follow. In this article we will cover how to crochet faster and get a lot of work done in lesser time. If you crochet to sell, then this … Read more
Crocheting is a fun and relaxing hobby that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels. If you’re an absolute beginner, don’t worry – with a little patience and practice, you’ll be able to create beautiful and unique pieces in no time! As a self taught crocheter, i know a lot about … Read more
When you are learning a new craft, mistakes are expected to happen. In this article i would like to give you a head up for the most common crochet mistakes made that you are likely going to encounter. You can use this as a guide to either avoid the mistakes you are likely to come … Read more
Ever wondered what on earth a crochet or knit gauge is all about? Well in this post i am going to explain what a gauge swatch is and how to accurately measure gauge in crochet. It is important that your gauge, when you are stitching away in a project, is the same as the gauge … Read more
If you are a lover of top-down crochet sweaters and cardigans, then you will love the crochet yoke even more. In this post i will teach you how to crochet a sweater or cardigan for all sizes with a simple trick a learnt a few years back. When mmoost people talk about the crochet yoke, … Read more
If you’re wondering, “what’s DK weight yarn?” then you’ve come to the right place! Yarns come in many shapes and sizes. They can be as thin as a cobweb (like a lace-weight) and as thick as a soda can (like jumbo yarn for arm knitting and crocheting). What Is DK Weight Yarn? DK weight yarn … Read more
If you have been wondering “what is worsted weight yarn” then wonder no more because i am about to break it all down for you! But then, what exactly is worsted weight yarn,? How is it best used, and how do you choose the right one for your crochet or knit project? Look no further … Read more
If you are here then you believe you could use some speed in how you crochet. Today i am going to give you some tips on how to crochet faster. Whether you’re planning on making your own blanket or creating a crocheted garment, it’s natural to want to pick up some speed as you’re crocheting. … Read more
One thing i truggled with when i was just starting to learn how to crochet was crochet straight edges. They were always croocked. But after i mastered keep straight rows when crocheting, i realized it was very simple. And all it took was one simple trick to keep crochet straight edges. What causes uneven crochet … Read more
So you have just picked up crochet or you have been crocheting for a while but recently wondered what are the types of crochet hooks? Well the answer is there are a lot, and the interesting part is, each type of crochet hook serves a different purpose. Crochet hooks will range in sizes depending on … Read more
If you ever think about starting a crochet business, then learning how to write a crochet pattern is something you need to pick up early. Assuming you wish to sell crochet patterns. However, even if you are not plannin on selling any of the crochet patterns, learning how to write a crochet pattern is a good skill … Read more