Hey everybody! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to make a granny square. A granny square is one of those classic patterns in crochet that I believe everyone should learn. Some might consider them old fashioned, but there are so many modern projects using granny squares that I’m sure you’ll […]
How to Make a Back Post Double Crochet
Hey everybody! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to make a back post double crochet. A back post stitch means that it’s raised crochet stitches on the opposite or back side of your work that’s not facing you. This is a great way to give your work some interest by […]
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How to Make a Front Post Double Crochet
Hey everybody! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to make a front post double crochet. A front post stitch means that it’s raised crochet stitches on the surface of your work that’s facing you. This is a great way to give your work some interest by using this technique to […]
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Crochet Basic Hat Pattern
Hey everyone! Today I’ll be sharing with you my very own basic hat pattern as part of my Crochet 101 series. This free pattern will help you learn how to make a double crochet stitch while also completing a beginner project. This basic hat pattern is available in a teen/adult size. Follow along with my […]
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How to Crochet in the Round
Hey everybody! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to crochet in the round. I have two different methods to show you, which I will do by having step-by-step picture instructions for you to follow along. Gather up your supplies and let’s begin!
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How to Make a Magic Circle
Hey everybody! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to make a magic circle. This is an alternative method you can use when working in the round instead of starting with a slip knot. I prefer this method because you’re able to close up the hole at the beginning easier than […]
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How to Change Colors in Crochet
Hey everybody! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to change colors. This is a great way to create your own unique crochet item. If you’re making a crochet item for someone, you can use their favorite colors to make it more personal and special. I’m sure they’ll love you for […]
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How to Increase and Decrease Stitches
Hey everybody! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to increase and decrease stitches. I’ll break it down so you understand how to increase and decrease using a single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet stitches. Each section will have step-by-step instructions on how to achieve this. Gather up your […]
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How to Make a Double Crochet
Hey everybody! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to make a double crochet stitch. This is the next tallest stitch after the half double crochet. In this lesson, I will go over how to make a double crochet stitch step-by-step and include pictures to help you along the way. Gather […]
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How to Make a Single Crochet
Hey everyone! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to make a single crochet stitch. The single crochet stitch is very easy to understand. In this lesson, I will go over how to make a single crochet stitch step-by-step and include pictures to help you along the way. Now, let’s get […]
