Crochet vs. Knitting: Which Is Easier to Learn?
If you have ever mixed up the words "crochet" and "knitting," you are far from alone - a lot of people use…
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How to Half Double Crochet (hdc) for Beginners
If you have learned single crochet and you are ready for something with a little more height, the half double crochet is…
How to Crochet a Magic Ring (Magic Circle), Step by Step
If you have ever started a hat or a stuffed animal by chaining a few stitches and joining them into a ring,…
Easy Crochet Mesh Market Bag (Free Beginner Pattern)
If you have been scrolling crochet inspiration lately, you have probably seen it: an open, stretchy, net-like bag slung over someone's shoulder…
Turn Granny Squares Into a Bag: Easy Tote Pattern
There is a special kind of magic in taking the humble granny square - the very first thing so many of us…
Crochet Yarn Weights Explained: “Weight” Isn’t What You Think
If you picked up a ball of yarn expecting "weight" to mean how heavy it is in your hand, you're not alone…
Why Your Crochet Keeps Getting Smaller (Losing Stitches Fix)
You started with a nice, even rectangle. A few rows later, it is narrower than when you began. Keep going and it…
Why Crochet Can’t Be Made by a Machine (and How to Spot Fake “Crochet”)
Here's a fact that surprises almost everyone the first time they hear it: crochet (US term - the craft of creating fabric…
How to Fix Crochet Tension (Too Tight or Too Loose)
If your stitches look nothing like the smooth, even fabric in the pattern photo, take a breath - this is probably the…
