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Hello, everyone! Here are some useful tips, which I think can help crochet beginners. If you have what to add, please, write your ideas in the comments below. 1. Avoid tangling your yarn Tangles are a crocheters nightmare, as when left unspotted they lead to knots! One of the great joys of crochet i…
Hi everyone, I'm working on a lot of crochet projects right now and I'm having a hard time keeping everything organized. Do you have any tips or resources for organizing crochet projects? I'm looking for ideas like how to keep track of patterns and materials, how to store finished projects, etc. Any…
Hello, today I want to talk about crochet and learning. I've found that crochet is a great way to learn new skills and techniques. I love how each project is unique and I can make something that's truly my own. I also find that crocheting helps me focus and be more mindful in the present moment. Do …
Hi everyone, I'm working on a crocheted tote bag and I'm really excited about how it's turning out. I'm using a sturdy cotton yarn and the stitch pattern is really fun to work with. I love how practical and versatile tote bags are, and I can't wait to use mine for all my summer adventures. Do any of…
Hello, Today I want to talk about easy crochet for beginners. I know that starting to crochet can be overwhelming. That is why I want to give you some tips for easy crochet for beginners. 1. Start with a simple project, like a dishcloth or a scarf. 2. Use thick yarn and a big hook. 3. Take your time…
ALUMINUM CROCHET HOOK CONVERSION Metric (mm) US UK/Canada 2.0 - 14 2.25 B/1 13 2.5 - 12 2.75 C/2 - 3.0 - 11 3.25 D/3 10 3.5 E/4 9 3.75 F/5 - 4.0 G/6 8 4.5 - 7 5.0 H/8 6 5.5 I/9 5 6.0 J/10 4 6.5 K/10.5 3 7.0 - 2 8.0 L/11 0 9.0 M/13 00 10.0 N/15 000 16.0 P/16 - 16.0 Q - 19 S -
US/Canadian and UK Crochet Abbreviations There is a difference between the crochet stitch terminology in North America and that used in Europe/Australia/NZ Canada/USA UK/Australia/Europe sl st - slip stitch sl st - slip stitch sc - single crochet dc - double crochet hdc - half double crochet htr - h…
Crochet Chart Symbols Stitch charts in crochet and knit patterns are being used more and more as an addition to or in place of words to describe a pattern stitch. Following are the standardized crochet symbols that have been adopted by members of the Craft Yarn Council and are considered to be the c…
Head/hat Size Chart - knitted or crocheted hats should be made about 1- 1 1/2" smaller around than the head circumference, as the hats should stretch and sizes are not an exact science! If you make it, someone will fit into it. =) IMPORTANT! * Height given here is measured BEFORE you turn the brim u…
Hello Everyone, when I started crocheting I purchased a Journal. When I found an interesting stitch or pattern I would write it in my journal. Whenever I crocheted one of the patterns or stitches I would add any information I found helpful while crocheting. It's amazing how useful this has been when…
Hi all, Did you know that the oldest crochet artifact dates back to the early 19th century? It's a crochet sampler that was found in an archaeological dig in South America. It's amazing to think about how long people have been enjoying this craft! Best, Bella
Hey everyone! I recently found this helpful article about how to use and manage your hands while crocheting. It was helpful for me, as my hands usually get tired. That was happening because I was using the wrong technique, which caused my hands to get fatigued. let me know if this helps you all. htt…
Hi all, I recently found something amazing. This was completely new to me, and i want to share my discovery. I didn't know you could crochet with no tools at all!! It turns out, that you can use your hands in a technique called finger crochet. This is so cool for when i'm in an airplane. here's a li…
Hey everyone Thought i'd chip into this page by adding this lovely resource I frequently use. I find it hard to get print friendly patterns, but this source never lets me down. Let me know if you've used this or heard of it, and enjoy! https://www.yarnspirations.com/row-en/crochet-patt... (https://w…
Hey everyone! My friend from work recently sent me this amazing article about the history of crochet. She knew that I had been crocheting for a very long time and decided that it was good to share with me. By that same logic, I'm sharing the source with you all. It is an amazing read and I learned a…
Hey everyone! I recently noticed my niece was getting into crocheting, I asked where where she learned how to crochet. She told me about this website she was following. It is just the best!! It's so simple to follow, and I personally loved reading through it because of how easy and inviting it is. L…
Hello everyone. I was once a beginner crocheter myself, and I know how hard it is to learn. Lucky for me, I had my mee-maw teach me with her self-made crochet hooks and such (miss her so much!) However, not everyone's got a mee-maw that can teach them, so I stumbled upon this amazing tutorial on Fac…
I cannot find a good method for doing increases in Tunisian crochet. I have been trying what I thought were increases but they are not coming out right. Can I get some assistance figuring this out issue
Make a slip knot, leaving a 12-inch yarn tail. Chain 4 and join with a slip stitch to make a small ring. This forms the base of the button (photos 1-3). Chain 2, then double crochet 11 into the ring, crocheting over your yarn tail. When you have completed the dcs, do not close with a slip stitch (ph…
Step 1 To start your sequin adventures, you’ll need to string some sequins onto your yarn. For a 4ply yarn, we suggest you start with 5-7mm sequins. You’ll also need some cotton thread and a needle that’s narrow enough to pass through the hole of your sequins. Repeat Steps 2-5 until you’ve placed fo…
