Crochet

The 4 Fastest Crochet Stitches (with Demonstrations)

With many crochet stitches, beginners usually prefer learning the fastest stitches first. Also, it helps that they are some of the easiest to do. For example, some of the quickest crochet stitches include double crochet and half double crochet. Note that other crocheters may have different opinions. But many people believe that some of the simplest crochet stitches are also the most pleasurable ...

Is it better to knit or crochet a baby blanket?

A baby blanket is one of the best gifts you can give to a friend or a family member expecting a new bundle of joy. It is one of the handcrafted items that are quick and easy to make by knitting or crochet. But which is the best one to use? Is it better to knit or crochet a baby blanket? Crocheting tends to be faster than knitting, so crocheting is a better option if you want to complete a baby ...

4 Reasons Your Crochet Circle is Ruffling

Ruffles are beautiful, but they become frustrating to see if you want your crochet circle to lie flat. Did you know that crochet circles usually ruffle up if you are working it too tightly? It results in too many stitches and makes the ruffles. Yet, it is not the only reason! If you try to crochet a round motif, you may have wondered why your circle is curling or ruffling. First, let us look at ...

6 reasons your crochet stitches lean

It would be a waste of time to discover your crochet stitches are leaning when you are halfway stitching through your crochet project. Before starting your crochet project, you have bright images of finishing a perfect crochet piece. But as you go about your crocheting, you discover that your stitches are leaning to one side, flaring out, or curving; making your work look skewed. What could ...

Explained: Does Single or Double Crochet Use More Yarn?

Many people believe that double crochet uses more yarn because it is taller. But in reality, single crochet uses more yarn. The key is the height of the stitches. You only add size when you work a single crochet stitch by inserting your hook through the loops of the row below. But, with taller stitches like the double crochet, you add height each time you yarn over. It means that you do not have ...

Can you crochet with just string?

Crocheting is a form of needle art that uses the least number of materials. You only need a crochet hook and some yarn or any piece of string to create something useful or decorative. Crochet is a needlecraft that is easy to learn. With a proper hook matching the yarns you want to use for crocheting, you can create various lovely craft items. There are many types of yarns you can use to crochet ...

Do crochet tops shrink?

Crochet items are a work of art, whether they are clothing, accessories or decorative home items. Crochet is precious that you wouldn’t want to spend a lot of your time and resources to crochet a top to find it reduced to doll-size after washing. It is sometimes scary to wash crochet clothing, especially crochet tops. There is always that nagging thought that you may never be able to wear them ...

Do you need to wash yarn before crocheting?

To wash or not to wash? Crocheters’ reactions are divided when it deals with washing or not washing yarn before using it. Whatever reasons there may be for people to wash yarn (or not), here are tidbits of advice about washing your yarn (or not). Should you wash yarn before crocheting? Crocheters have different views regarding this question. Some crocheters choose to wash their yarn before ...

Can you mix crochet stitches? [Don’t ruin your project]

Crochet newbies learn how to crochet using the basic stitches. Once you become familiar with the basic stitches like single crochet, double crochet, etc., you can mix them to form different types of crochet fabric. Can you mix crochet stitches? Yes, you can mix your crochet stitches without ruining your crochet project. You can combine basic crochet stitches in many different ways to create various ...

What is the difference between cross stitch and tapestry?

The difference between cross stitch and tapestry is mainly the type of stitch used. Tapestry, also commonly known as needlepoint, uses the tent stitch, which is done by stitching a diagonal from bottom left to top right. Cross stitch, on the other hand, involves only one type of stitch, which is stitched in the form of an X. What is cross stitch embroidery? Cross stitch is a type of embroidery that ...