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How To: Crochet a single stitch chain

Crocheting a single stitch chain is the most basic step to begin learning how to crochet. If you are a thrower (hold your yarn in your right hand), you'll have to learn to hold your yarn on the left. It will feel awkward, but with time it will become easier. This video crocheting tutorial shows you how to hold your yarn and make a chain. With practice, you will learn how to hold the crochet hook and yarn in a way that feels natural. Crochet a single stitch chain - Part 1 of 2.

How To: Crochet a single crochet stitch in spirals

There are two ways in which you can crochet in the round. One is by making a loop with a chain of 2 or 4 stitches, the other is with an adjustable ring. Start with the chain method, and once you are comfortable single crocheting in the round, try to move on to the adjustable ring (it makes a much neater project). In the following video crocheting tutorial you can see how to make a circle, starting with a chain of 2. Notice how at the end you have small hole in the center. Learn how to single ...

How To: Crochet a magic ring

The magic ring technique lets you make an initial ring that you can tighten so there is no hole in the center. Just make sure you don’t make the stitches in the ring too tight. Watch this video crocheting tutorial and learn how to crochet a magic ring. Crochet a magic ring.

How To: Crochet a simple half double crochet stitch

This simple video crocheting tutorial shows how to do the half double crochet stitch. The half double crochet stitch is larger than the single stitch but still smaller than the double crochet stitch. Watch and learn how to crochet the half double stitch. Crochet a simple half double crochet stitch.

How To: Crochet a triple or treble crochet stitch

This simple video crocheting tutorial shows how to execute a triple or treble crochet stitch. Learn how to crochet this stitch very useful for Japanese amigurumi projects or any other shaped crochet project. Crochet a triple or treble crochet stitch.

How To: Change the color of yarn in a crocheting project

You’ll often want to add a splash of color to your projects. The following video crocheting tutorial shows how to change color yarns. Learn how to swith colors of yarn in the middle of a crocheting project simply and easily. Change the color of yarn in a crocheting project.

How To: Crochet stripes of different colors

Crocheting in stripes of different colors doesn't need to be difficult; it just takes a slightly different technique than crocheting in spirals. Picking up this technique will open up options for new and different crocheting projects. Learn how to crochet in a stripe pattern by watching this video crafting tutorial. Crochet stripes of different colors.

How To: Add a face to Japanese amigurumi crochet toys

Your amigurumi knit toy won’t be complete until you add a cute face to it. There are different ways to do this, the following video crocheting tutorial explain how to craft some of them. Learn how to add a face onto a Japanese amigurumi crocheted toy doll today. Add a face to Japanese amigurumi crochet toys.

How To: Do a tubular cast-on in knitting

This knitting how to video demonstrates how to do a tubular cast-on in knitting. It is worked with little to no waste of the main color, the method of casting on is the same as the invisible style of provisional cast-on. Watch and learn how simple it is to knit tubular cast-ons.

How To: Crochet Japanese amigurumi dolls

This crochet how to video is a demonstration of how to make a stuffed ball shape using single crochet in the style of amigurumi.

How To: Crochet a Japanese amigurumi cherry

This crochet how-to video shows you how to crochet Japanese amigurumi shapes. For this crocheting project learn to make a pair of cherries out of yarn. It is very simple, start by crocheting a six stitch circle. Watch the video to learn how to crochet the rest of the Japanese amigurumi cherries.

How To: Swatch a round in knitting with less wasted yarn

Swatching for work in the round is necessary because people often have different tensions between how they work a knit and a purl. This method of working a flat swatch from the front wastes less yarn and is neater than leaving a long loop across the back of every row. Watch this how to video and learn to swatch a round without wasting so much yarn.

How To: Crochet two granny squares together

Got a lot of extra granny squares? Sew them together and make an afghan! Learn how to sew crocheted granny squares together by watching this video crafting tutorial.

How To: Crochet a granny square

This slow motion video shows beginners the basics of making a granny square. Learn how to crochet a granny square by watching this video handicraft tutorial.

How To: Crochet the slanted shell stitch

The slanted stitch is just a variation of the traditional shell stitch. Learn how to crochet the slanted shell stitch by watching and following the step by step instructions in this video tutorial.

How To: Crochet the round shell Catherine's Wheel variation

The Catherine's Wheel is a great technique to add to your crocheting repertoire, and it's easy to learn as it's just a variation of the more basic round shell stitch. Learn how to crochet the Catherine's Wheel pattern by watching this handicraft how-to video.

How To: Crochet the basket weave stitch

The basket weave stitch creates a dense knit that takes a lot of yarn but will be very warm or protective. Learn how to crochet the basket weave stitch by watching and following along with this intermediate video handicraft tutorial.

How To: Crochet a variation of Solomon's or Love Knot stitch

This variation of the Solomon's Knot or Love Knot is a great technique for doilies, knitwear, or any lacy-style crocheting projects. Learn how to crochet the Solomon's Knot of Love Knot stitch by watching this video crafting tutorial.

How To: Crochet a variation of the leaf pattern

The leaf pattern is a variable shape in crocheting projects. Learn how to crochet a leaf pattern by watching this video handicraft tutorial.

How To: Crochet a leaf pattern

This is a variation of the leaf crochet pattern. Learn how to crochet a leaf by this method by watching this crafting how-to video.

How To: Crochet the ripple pattern

The ripple pattern is another technique for adding some flair to a knitwear project. Learn how to crochet the ripple pattern by watching this crafting how-to video.

How To: Crochet the star stitch

The star stitch is a great crocheting pattern that works well with single colored or multicolored projects. Learn how to crochet the pretty star stitch by watching and following along with this how-to crafting tutorial.

How To: Crochet the shell and drop stitch

Improve crocheting skills by creating solid motifs. This how to video is a crocheting tutorial that shows how to create a three sided solid motif. Crochet several of them, bind them together and create larger handmade projects. Learn these basic stitches by following along with these simple step by step instructions.

How To: Crochet a beanie cap

Instead of buying a beanie, why not crochet one in the exact color, material, and size desired? Learn how to crochet a beanie-style cap by following along with the step by step instructions in this video crafting tutorial series.

How To: Crochet the grape doily mesh pattern

Grape doily mesh is a pattern where the grapes are added into a pineapple pattern after the doily is completed in one piece. Learn how to add this embellishment to a doily by watching this how-to crocheting video.

How To: Crochet the pineapple pattern

This video tutorial is a demonstration swatch to assist along with pineapple crochet patterns. The purpose is to give an understanding of how the pattern is done. Learn how to crochet the pineapple pattern by watching this crafting how-to video.

How To: Crochet frontpost backpost doubleshell increases

Improve crocheting skills by learning decorative stitches. This how to video is a crocheting tutorial that will show how to do shell increases. Crochet several rows of this stitch to create larger yarn projects.

How To: Crochet a Japanese amigurumi cube

Amigurumi is a Japanese crocheting technique, for toys or dimensional objects. Learn how to crochet an amigurumi cube by watching and following along with this video crafting tutorial.

How To: Crochet a beret style cap

Berets are a cute and classic way to keep warm, or even to add to an ensemble just for style. Learn how to crochet a beret by watching this video crafting tutorial. The same instructions can make a variety of styles, depending on the yarn and size of needles.

How To: Crochet a water lily

Real flowers are seasonal and paper flowers can dust or tear, but a yarn flower will stand the test of time. Learn how to crochet a water lily by watching and following along with this video crafting tutorial series.

How To: Crochet a Solomon's knot or a Love Knot variation

The Solomon's knot or love knot is a loopy crochet stitch most often used for creating a lacy effect. Learn how to crochet the Solomon's knot or Love Knot by watching this crafting how-to video.

How To: Crochet with a hairpin

Welcome to the hairpin crochet tutorial video! This method of crocheting was popular during the Victorian era. It's VERY EASY. You should know how to single crochet in order to do this technique. There is a video tutorial on how to start up the lace. First, remember to make a slip knot to successfully crochet with a hairpin.