Crochet Tips & Tricks
A 14-part course with Knit and Crochet Ever After
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I've been crocheting for over 30 years and designing and teaching for over 10. Every level of crocheter is welcome. My lessons range from beginner to experienced, so everyone can learn something new! View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 56 min
- Lessons 14
- Attachments 28
- Exercises 46
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66 CQ
14 Lessons in This Course
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4 minFREECrafts lesson 1Free3 CQ
Yarn labels can be confusing to read, especially for those new to crochet. Learn how to navigate various label types and figure out important yarn information.
Yarn labels can be confusing to read, especially for those new to crochet. Learn how to navigate various label types and figure out important yarn information.
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9 minCrafts lesson 25 CQ
Do you often find that your crochet project's width is correct, but the row count is completely off? Learn how to fix incorrect gauges in this lesson.
Do you often find that your crochet project's width is correct, but the row count is completely off? Learn how to fix incorrect gauges in this lesson.
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3 minCrafts lesson 32 CQ
Learn how to make a center-pull ball of yarn that stays put as you pull yarn from it. No extra tools are needed—just your fingers and a skein of yarn!
Learn how to make a center-pull ball of yarn that stays put as you pull yarn from it. No extra tools are needed—just your fingers and a skein of yarn!
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4 minCrafts lesson 43 CQ
Annoyed with the large gaps or bumps that form when turning chains on your crochet project? Learn a nifty turning chain alternative to form better edges.
Annoyed with the large gaps or bumps that form when turning chains on your crochet project? Learn a nifty turning chain alternative to form better edges.
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5 minCrafts lesson 53 CQ
Crochet Ever After demonstrates how to fasten off and weave in ends with ease. Discover how to lock your stitches in and create lasting crocheted goods.
Crochet Ever After demonstrates how to fasten off and weave in ends with ease. Discover how to lock your stitches in and create lasting crocheted goods.
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9 minCrafts lesson 65 CQ
Learn how to use an umbrella swift and a yarn winder to create center-pull cakes of yarn. Plus, review several important swift workspace considerations.
Learn how to use an umbrella swift and a yarn winder to create center-pull cakes of yarn. Plus, review several important swift workspace considerations.
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2 minCrafts lesson 72 CQ
In this lesson, learn how to hand wind a hank of yarn using either a chairback or the hands of a friend, as well as a yarn winder without a swift.
In this lesson, learn how to hand wind a hank of yarn using either a chairback or the hands of a friend, as well as a yarn winder without a swift.
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8 minCrafts lesson 85 CQ
Do your hands get sore by trying to keep tension in your yarn while crocheting? Learn how to use a knitting yarn guide as a tension guide to reduce the pain.
Do your hands get sore by trying to keep tension in your yarn while crocheting? Learn how to use a knitting yarn guide as a tension guide to reduce the pain.
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12 minCrafts lesson 97 CQ
Finish your large, chunky crochet projects faster by learning how to crochet with two or four strands of yarn, as well as large hooks of varying sizes.
Finish your large, chunky crochet projects faster by learning how to crochet with two or four strands of yarn, as well as large hooks of varying sizes.
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8 minCrafts lesson 105 CQ
Follow along with Crochet Ever After to learn how to start crocheting an open tube, join the chains to form a ring, then work on following rows.
Follow along with Crochet Ever After to learn how to start crocheting an open tube, join the chains to form a ring, then work on following rows.
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16 minCrafts lesson 119 CQ
Are the edges of your recent crochet project crooked, uneven, or too short? Learn how to straighten its shape out with blocking wires in this lesson.
Are the edges of your recent crochet project crooked, uneven, or too short? Learn how to straighten its shape out with blocking wires in this lesson.
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10 minCrafts lesson 126 CQ
Follow along with this crochet lesson to see how to use a steam iron to steam block acrylic yarn, and learn how to avoid killing your fabric.
Follow along with this crochet lesson to see how to use a steam iron to steam block acrylic yarn, and learn how to avoid killing your fabric.
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9 minCrafts lesson 135 CQ
Learn how to produce fuller stitches and straighten the edges of acrylic yarn projects by discovering how to spray block and wet block your crochet pieces.
Learn how to produce fuller stitches and straighten the edges of acrylic yarn projects by discovering how to spray block and wet block your crochet pieces.
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10 minCrafts lesson 146 CQ
Have you always wanted to learn how to hand felt three-dimensional, natural fiber yarn projects? Discover how it's done in this lesson from Crochet Ever After!
Have you always wanted to learn how to hand felt three-dimensional, natural fiber yarn projects? Discover how it's done in this lesson from Crochet Ever After!
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464 min4-part Crafts course35 CQ
Every season calls for crochet. Summer blouses, oversized sweaters, and scarves. This mini crochet course teaches three of the most common crochet stitches to get you started on crochet projects.
Every season calls for crochet. Summer blouses, oversized sweaters, and scarves. This mini crochet course teaches three of the most common crochet stitches to get you started on crochet projects.
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425 min4-part Crochet course14 CQ
Although Fair Isle crochet originated in Scotland as a knitting technique, it works for crochet, too! Discover Fair Isle crochet basics and learn how to change colors in rows and rounds.
Although Fair Isle crochet originated in Scotland as a knitting technique, it works for crochet, too! Discover Fair Isle crochet basics and learn how to change colors in rows and rounds.
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538 min5-part Crochet course22 CQ
From the flat, inconspicuous mattress stitch seam, to the dimensional single crochet join, and more, this course demonstrates how to easily join crochet motifs together using hand stitching.
From the flat, inconspicuous mattress stitch seam, to the dimensional single crochet join, and more, this course demonstrates how to easily join crochet motifs together using hand stitching.
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12211 min12-part Crochet course112 CQ
Are you new to crochet and anxious to put your new hooks to good use? If so, this course will walk you step by step through several beginner crochet projects that are fun, stylish, and easy to make.
Are you new to crochet and anxious to put your new hooks to good use? If so, this course will walk you step by step through several beginner crochet projects that are fun, stylish, and easy to make.
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464 min4-part Crochet course34 CQ
In this beginning crochet course, learn how to crochet a beanie for the You Are Not Alone Cancer Comfort Ministry so it can be used in one of their care packages to benefit patients fighting cancer.
In this beginning crochet course, learn how to crochet a beanie for the You Are Not Alone Cancer Comfort Ministry so it can be used in one of their care packages to benefit patients fighting cancer.
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1058 min10-part Crochet course35 CQ
Want to apply your chains and single crochets to more complex stitches and patterns? In this beginner to intermediate course from Moogly, learn how to make a double crochet and three other popular stitches—the trinity stitch, bobble stitch, and crocodile stitch. Finally, apply your newfound knowledge to making beautiful patterns for blankets, scarves, or anything in between. You may even be inspired to come up with an original creation!
with MooglyWant to apply your chains and single crochets to more complex stitches and patterns? In this beginner to intermediate course from Moogly, learn how to make a double crochet and three other popular stitches—the trinity stitch, bobble stitch, and crocodile stitch. Finally, apply your newfound knowledge to making beautiful patterns for blankets, scarves, or anything in between. You may even be inspired to come up with an original creation!
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538 min5-part Crochet course22 CQ
From the flat, inconspicuous mattress stitch seam, to the dimensional single crochet join, and more, this course demonstrates how to easily join crochet motifs together using hand stitching.
From the flat, inconspicuous mattress stitch seam, to the dimensional single crochet join, and more, this course demonstrates how to easily join crochet motifs together using hand stitching.
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10106 min10-part Crochet course58 CQ
Crochet something you can use year-round! In this crochet course for all levels, learn how to crochet a lace-patterned market bag, from learning the stitches to washing and caring for the bag.
with CreatiKnitCrochet something you can use year-round! In this crochet course for all levels, learn how to crochet a lace-patterned market bag, from learning the stitches to washing and caring for the bag.
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1364 min13-part Crochet course40 CQ
Take your left-handed crochet to the next level with this skill-building crochet course. Start with basic joins and foundation chain stitches then work through left-hand foundation row techniques.
Take your left-handed crochet to the next level with this skill-building crochet course. Start with basic joins and foundation chain stitches then work through left-hand foundation row techniques.
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10123 min10-part Crochet course67 CQ
Want a breezy, bohemian coverup for warm weather? Including tips to customize this project to your size and design, follow along with Gilly's Craft World to make a lace crochet sweater in this course.
with Gilly's Craft WorldWant a breezy, bohemian coverup for warm weather? Including tips to customize this project to your size and design, follow along with Gilly's Craft World to make a lace crochet sweater in this course.