No-Needle Knitting If you've been curious about arm knitting but hesitated because of those loose, loopy stitches everyone complains about, I've got something better for you. This finger knitting method gives you all the chunky blanket vibes with way tighter, more professional-looking results, and you still don't need knitting needles! I just finished this garter …
If you've mastered single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet, congratulations—you already know how to create a half dozen gorgeous, textured stitches. No joke, these six classic stitch patterns combine some or all of those three basic stitches in different ways to make unique stitch patterns. You'd be amazed how often these stitch names …
If you’ve been scrolling through crochet or DIY feeds lately, you’ve probably spotted the crochet T-shirt poncho trend. It’s such a fun way to give new life to an old shirt, and the best part? Each one comes out totally unique. The basic idea is simple: grab a t-shirt, cut off the sides and sleeves, …
Want to crochet your own Labubu? (Aka: Lafufu) You're not the only one! At first, I also questioned the appeal of a Labubu. I heard that they were the next Beanie Babies. And, as a millennial who was burned by the beanie baby craze back in the 90's (we really thought they were an investment, …
Have you ever fallen completely in love with a crochet stitch? That's exactly what happened to me with the linen stitch. Once I started working with it, I simply couldn't stop! And I know I'm not alone in this obsession. What Makes the Linen Stitch Special? The linen stitch (also known as the moss stitch) …
Brand new to knitting? Here are three projects you can start today! Maybe every member of your family has already received a rectangular scarf (or two, or three) and you're ready to branch out and try other shapes. In this blog post, and corresponding YouTube tutorial, I'm demonstrating the EASIEST way to knit a triangle, …
The New Way to Start Crochet: Stretchy, Sturdy Foundation Chain I think I discovered a whole new way to begin our crochet projects. You may be familiar with the "foundation single crochet" but something about it never worked great for me. I had a hard time maintaining even tension in the chain itself with the …
Don't let its intricate appearance fool you – the pineapple stitch may look complex at first glance, but with the right approach, this beautiful lace pattern can become a manageable and enjoyable crochet technique. Once you understand how these elements work together, you'll be able to "read" your work and anticipate what comes next, making …
I love a good granny square! And I think this spiral, 4 color granny square is the most eye-catching of them all. You may have seen other tutorials for spiral squares out there but the construction of this one is a little bit different. I had a hard time finding a spiral granny square method …
Every year, when the weather gets colder, the leaves change color, and jumbo chenille yarn starts popping up everywhere! You can hardly scroll through insta or tiktok without these luscious textures appearing on your feed. Sometimes called blanket yarn or velvet yarn, loads of crafters, from beginner to advanced, love tackling all sorts of home …
No pattern? No problem! If you've got your hands on some epically chunky yarn and can't find a pattern to go with it, I'll show you how you can easily figure out how many stitches to cast on and knit to make a custom sweater that fits great! There's a helpful video tutorial to go …
You know what they say; "There's more than one way to braid a headband." Oh? They don't say that? Well then how come I've got these two completely different ways to knit a braided headband? So that there's one for the beginners and one for the advanced knitters? That makes total sense! Oh hi, I …
The magic circle is a crochet technique that helps you create a tiny ring of stitches where you can draw the center closed, leaving virtually no hole. It's perfect for the tops of hats or the bottoms of baskets. The magic circle (also known as the magic ring) is an easy technique to master and …
Sometimes the simplest stitches make the most beautiful textures, and that’s exactly the case with this beginner-friendly basket weave dishcloth pattern. This easy knit project uses only knits and purls, creating a lovely woven look that’s as timeless as it is practical. For this pattern, I’m using Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie, a soft, worsted-weight cotton …
Ready to add gorgeous texture to your crochet projects? The basket weave stitch creates stunning dimensional patterns that look complicated but are surprisingly simple to make! Whether you're a beginner looking to expand your skills or an experienced crocheter seeking a satisfying project, this tutorial will guide you through each step of creating your own …
The bobble stitch is a surprisingly easy stitch with loads of personality! Even a beginner can tackle this stitch. If you know how to do the basic knit and purl stitches and the yarn over increase, the bobble stitch is just a slight modification! To make it even easier, there's a video tutorial: Stitch Pattern …
The bobble stitch is a surprisingly easy crochet stitch with loads of personality! Even a beginner can tackle this stitch. If you know how to do the basic crochet stitches, the bobble stitch is just a slight modification! To make it even easier, there's a video tutorial: Stitch Pattern The bobble stitch is worked across …
The loop stitch is a surprisingly easy stitch to knit that has a big impact! This stitch is loaded with texture and is a great, no-cut alternative to fringe. It's one that really needs to be demonstrated so fortunately there's a video tutorial you can find here: Stitch Pattern The loop stitch can be worked …
The loop stitch is a surprisingly easy crochet stitch that has a big impact! This stitch is loaded with texture and is a great, no-cut alternative to fringe. It's one that really needs to be demonstrated so fortunately there's a video tutorial you can find here: Stitch Pattern The loop stitch can …
The terms "Knitter" or "Crocheter" are not mutually exclusive. And I know I'm not the only yarnie who also knows her way around a loom in addition to making loops with sticks. Sometimes it's just about what are the right tools for the job! So if you're a resourceful, jack-of-all-trades yarn person such …
Want a crochet stitch that looks like knitting? I've got 5 beginner friendly options for you to try today!
The griddle stitch and the Suzette stitch are some of the first new stitch patterns you might learn as a beginner. And they truly are great beginner stitches because they are just combos of the basic single and double crochet stitch. For that same reason, though, it's easy to get them confused! …
This 90's kid loves the revival of so many classic trends, including a good o'll velvet scrunchie! You may have seen my "How to Crochet a Scrunchie 3 Ways" post. Swap out the yarn for one of these delicious velvety chenille yarns like Bernat Velvet and you've got yourself a time machine back to …
Maybe you had a loved one teach you years ago, maybe you knit and want to take the plunge into crochet, or maybe you've never owned a ball of yarn in your life! Either way, 2020 is the year YOU learn to crochet, baby! And this chunky infinity scarf is the perfect beginner project. It …
Maybe you had a loved one teach you years ago, maybe you crochet and want to take the plunge into knitting, or maybe you've never owned a ball of yarn in your life! Either way, 2020 is the year YOU learn to knit, baby! And this long, chunky scarf is the perfect beginner project. It …
When learning to crochet, we often start working back and forth on a flat piece or in the round, but did you know you could also work corner to corner? Of course you did! But this method is the one that the crochet world officially bestowed with the title "the corner to corner stitch (c2c)." …
I know we've all got some old t-shirts laying around. A great, crafty DIY re-purpose of these worn out, dingy, torn t-shirts is to create some t-shirt yarn! T-shirt yarn is great for crochet, knitting, weaving, braiding and a whole host of other crafts so even if you're not sure what to do with it …
Every time I'm out shopping or browsing online and I see mass-produced knitted and crocheted items, I'm always thinking, "psh...I can make that." Well I decided to finally put that to the test! With this series, Reverse Engiknitting, I will try to actually reverse engineer patterns from big brand names for your amusement! For this …
You might have made it a habit to ignore the back of your yarn label. I can't blame you for glazing over at the sight of all those numbers and symbols. But maybe you've heard someone mention "dye lots" or "gauge" and can't help but feel like there's some info you're missing out on. This …
When I was making this custom crocheted crib mobile for my baby girl, I initially intended to make a crochet pattern for it. But I realized this method for taking a blank crib mobile and adding your own decorations could be applied to any number of crafts! So if you crochet, knit, sew or hot-glue, …
It's the bane of beginner and seasoned crocheters alike: wonky edges and a stitch count that doesn't line up with the pattern! And "what to do" at the edge of your flat crochet projects seems to change from pattern to pattern and even stitch to stitch. In this tutorial, I'm going to try to …
This stash busting method isn't for the faint of heart. If your stash is full of yarns you love and can't wait to use, then this may not be the project for you. But if you're anything like me, you've got some yarns that you don't even know how they got in there and aren't …
Everyone loves a granny square! And with this foolproof formula for crafting a crochet top out of just 8 squares, you'll have even more reason to save those yarn scraps!. Making a crochet crop top this way is a great introduction into crafting garments using the granny squares you already have on hand! Step one: …
We've all heard the conventional wisdom and maybe experienced it for ourselves... Knitting uses less yarn than crochet ...But is it true? Now, I'm no scientist, but I did almost get a minor in chemistry so I think I'm qualified enough to blog about this subject in a quasi-scientific manner. So here goes nothing! Objective …
When preparing to move to a new country, I knew I would have to find all new places to buy my yarn and knitting and crochet accessories. I took to google to out to find where I could buy yarn after moving abroad and found many others looking for the same thing. While there are …
My latest obsession, and a total blast for any crocheter, is surface crochet! It's so simple, it feels like cheating. Surface crochet is a way to crochet (slip stitch) on top of a piece that is already worked up. With this method, you can add stripes, ribbing, edging, additional colors and endless decorative interest …
Is it knitting? Is it crochet? The answer is yes! Arm knitting has been dominating the web in the craft world and I've seen several attempts at it's crochet equivalent. Because of crochet's "one active loop" nature, arm-crocheting projects quickly turn into something more like hand crochet and the ease and novelty of using your …
If you know me, you know I love some chunky yarn. There's nothing better than some extra large needles or no needles at all! There are many great super bulky yarns out there, but what's a yarnaholic to do if all you have are some worsted weight skeins lying around. Here is a tutorial in …