Learn to Crochet - Crochet Increases
To increase the width of a basic crochet fabric, 2 or more stitches have to be worked into 1 stitch at the point specified in the project instructions...
Learn to Crochet - Fasten Off
To fasten off the yarn permanently, cut the yarn leaving an 8" end (longer if you need to sew pieces together). Pull the end of the yarn through...
Learn to Crochet - Finishing
Finishing methods for crochet depend largely on the end purpose of the crochet (pillow, afghan, garment) and the yarn you use to create the piece...
Learn to Crochet - Groups or Shells
Shells and groups consist of several complete stitches worked into the same place. They can be worked as part of a stitch pattern or as a method of in...
Learn to Crochet - Joining in New Yarn
When joining in new yarn or changing color, continue in the working yarn until two loops of the last stitch remain in the working yarn or color...
Learn to Crochet - Popcorns
Popcorns are groups of complete stitches usually worked into the same place, folded and closed at the top. They can be worked in half double crochet,...
Learn to Crochet - Puff Stitches
These are similar to bobbles but are worked, using half double crochet, into the same stitch or space. However, because of the way a half double croch...
Learn to Crochet - Reading a Crochet Pattern
In order to follow crochet instructions, you should know how to make the basic stitches and be familiar with basic procedures for making crochet fabri...
Learn to Crochet - Right Side and Wrong Side Rows
Where the work is turned after each row, only alternate rows are worked with the right side of the work facing. These "right side rows" are...
Learn to Crochet - Seams
Various methods can be used to join pieces of crochet and, again, the use of the finished item often dictates the assembly method. Sewn seams can be i...
Learn to Crochet - Stitch Variations
Most crochet stitch patterns, no matter how complex they seem, are made using combinations of basic stitches. Different effects can be created by smal...
Learn to Crochet - Triple Crochet
Yarn over twice, insert the hook into the work (fifth chain from hook on the starting chain)...
Learn to Crochet - Weave in Ends
Weave in ends securely before blocking pieces or sewing seams. Securely woven ends will not come loose with wear or washing. There are several methods...
Learn to Crochet - Working in Rounds
Most motifs are not worked in rows but are worked in rounds from the center out. Unless otherwise stated in the pattern instructions, do not turn the...
Learn to Knit - Blocking Knitting
Many yarns benefit from light blocking; some yarns demand it. If you're knitting a lace shawl in super fine yarn, you'll need to block it he...
