Working with a crochet hook
There are various techniques of holding a crochet hook while working. Although most available instructions concern right-handed crochet, there are more and more training materials for left-handed people...
Temperature Blanket – Ideas and Resources
The internet is buzzing with temperature blanket ideas, because it's this time of the year! If you don't know what temperature blanket is, or if you want to...
Puff stitch
Puff stitch
Also known as the bead stitch.
This is usually marked by a symbol similar to a flower bulb in which the number of curves signifies the number loops...
Post Single Crochet (US) / Double Crochet (UK)
This post is a part of a bigger article, so check it out here: Post Stitches.
Abbreviations:
US terms: FPSC (front post single crochet) & BPSC (back post single...
Magic Ring (Adjustable Loop) in Crochet
Also known as a magic circle, magic ring (MR) or adjustable ring.
This is usually marked by a large closed circle or a spiral.
The magic loop is...
Post Stitches
Front post and back post stitches are useful for creating texture in crochet, so it's a must-learn for ambitious crocheters. This technique is easy to learn, but creates...
Useful Crochet Accessories – Storage and Measuring Tools
What should every crocheter have in their studio? Of course, you need a crochet hook and some yarn, right? Sure, that’s all you need when you start, but...
Treble (US) / Double Treble (UK)
Treble (US) / Double Treble (UK)
US terms: Treble or Triple Crochet (trc)
UK terms: Double Treble (dtr)
Usually marked by a T-shaped symbol with two crossbars on the stem.
How-to:
We yarn...
Crab stitch
Crab stitch
The crab stitch got its name from the direction in which we crochet it. We do this in the opposite way of basic crochet, that is not...
Types of Yarn
There are many types of yarn, each of which has different qualities, look, durability and price. Some of them use natural fibers, other are man-made, but there are...
Half double (US) / Half treble (UK)
Half Double Crochet / Half Treble Crochet
US terms: Half Double Crochet (hdc)
UK terms: Half Treble (htr)
Usually marked by a T-shaped symbol.
How-to:
We yarn over the thread, insert the hook...
Crocheting in the round
There are many ways to create a circular shape in crochet and this one of the basic crocheting skills, one which is useful in many situations. Many projects...
Surface Crochet
Let's talk about surface crochet, shall we? This crochet technique may not be something you use everyday, but it's an essential for every crocheter to know it exists....
Single crochet (US), double crochet (UK)
Single Crochet / Double Crochet
US terms: Single Crochet (sc)
UK terms: Double Crochet (dc)
Usually marked by a plus-shaped symbol + or the letter x.
How-to:
We insert the hook in the...
How to Read Yarn Labels
Yarn labels are full of important informations, so learning how to read them is a crucial lesson. It will make choosing the right materials much easier for you!...
How to Change Colors in Crochet
Have you ever wondered how to change colors in crochet? Whether you are working in rows, circles or spirally, these simple tricks will come in handy.
In this article...
Bobble stitch
Bobble stitch
Otherwise known as a pompom stitch.
Similar to the popcorn and puff stitch, but not the same.
This is usually marked by a symbol which is similar to flower...
Useful Crochet Accessories – Working on and Finishing off Your Projects
What should every crocheter have in their studio? Of course, you need a crochet hook and some yarn, right? Sure, that’s all you need when you start, but...
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