Crochet Guides Archives » Make & Do Crew https://makeanddocrew.com/category/crochet-guides/ classic crochet made modern Fri, 16 Feb 2024 12:08:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://makeanddocrew.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/cropped-Logo-ampersand-only-32x32.png Crochet Guides Archives » Make & Do Crew https://makeanddocrew.com/category/crochet-guides/ 32 32 How To Make a Pom Pom For Hats, Crafts, and Everything Else https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-make-a-pom-pom/ https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-make-a-pom-pom/#comments Fri, 16 Feb 2024 12:08:06 +0000 https://makeanddocrew.com/?p=5468 Yarn pom poms add a pop of color and texture to knit and crochet hats, blankets, and pillows. Plus, they use up scrap yarn so you have an excuse to buy more! Learn how to make a pom pom out of yarn in this quick tutorial. I'll show you how to use a cardboard template,...

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]]> https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-make-a-pom-pom/feed/ 12 Knitting Vs Crochet: What Are The Differences + Which Is Easier? https://makeanddocrew.com/knitting-vs-crochet/ https://makeanddocrew.com/knitting-vs-crochet/#respond Mon, 13 Feb 2023 07:47:00 +0000 https://makeanddocrew.com/?p=41444 "What are the main differences between knitting and crochet, and which should I learn first?" This is a question I get often, so I thought I'd build a resource to help explain knitting vs crochet. I'll continue to build this page out to answer the questions you have, so please leave a comment if something...

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]]> https://makeanddocrew.com/knitting-vs-crochet/feed/ 0 How To Read Crochet Charts + 25 Free Pattern Diagrams https://makeanddocrew.com/crochet-patterns-diagram/ https://makeanddocrew.com/crochet-patterns-diagram/#respond Tue, 02 May 2023 16:33:15 +0000 https://makeanddocrew.com/?p=24356 Crochet diagrams can look intimidating at first glance, but don’t be discouraged. In this beginner's guide, we break down how to read a crochet stitch chart step-by-step and share 25 easy visual patterns to practice with. Learning how to read a crochet diagram is a lot like learning how to read a book. Once you...

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]]> https://makeanddocrew.com/crochet-patterns-diagram/feed/ 0 How To Read Crochet Patterns | A Non-Scary Beginner's Guide https://makeanddocrew.com/read-crochet-pattern/ https://makeanddocrew.com/read-crochet-pattern/#respond Wed, 17 Jan 2024 19:00:55 +0000 https://makeanddocrew.com/?p=37913 Learning how to read crochet patterns is an exciting next step once you’ve mastered some basic crochet stitches and techniques. In this guide, I’ll decode pattern lingo, abbreviations, and terms so you can confidently follow written crochet instructions. Plus, I’ll share tips on avoiding common pattern-reading mistakes so you can get started crocheting anything you’d...

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]]> https://makeanddocrew.com/read-crochet-pattern/feed/ 0 How to Crochet a Sweater for Beginners https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-crochet-a-sweater/ https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-crochet-a-sweater/#respond Fri, 27 Jan 2023 17:47:33 +0000 https://makeanddocrew.com/?p=23075 Learning how to crochet a sweater is easier than you might think. You need a few specific skills for sweater success, and we cover them all here. Learn exactly what you need to know in order to make a garment you're proud to wear, even if you're a beginner! How to Make a Crochet Sweater...

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]]> https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-crochet-a-sweater/feed/ 0 How to Crochet Amigurumi for Beginners https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-crochet-amigurumi/ https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-crochet-amigurumi/#comments Sun, 20 Nov 2022 08:31:29 +0000 https://makeanddocrew.com/?p=17265 If you need more cuteness in your life, look no further than crochet amigurumi! This step-by-step guide will show you exactly how to crochet amigurumi for beginners and more experienced crocheters alike.  Amigurumi plushies are surprisingly easy to make. So whether you're completely new to crochet or a seasoned veteran, you can learn how to...

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]]> https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-crochet-amigurumi/feed/ 4 How To Corner to Corner Crochet for Beginners + C2C Patterns https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-corner-to-corner-crochet-c2c-for-beginners/ https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-corner-to-corner-crochet-c2c-for-beginners/#comments Sat, 06 Jan 2024 00:51:03 +0000 https://makeanddocrew.com/?p=7208 Are you ready to learn how to C2C crochet? Corner to corner crochet can be used to make fast blankets, easy scarves, sweaters and many more colorful crochet projects. This in-depth crochet tutorial will teach you all the basics, including how to work the C2C stitch and change colors. I'll also share my most popular...

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]]> https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-corner-to-corner-crochet-c2c-for-beginners/feed/ 44 How to Crochet: Easy Beginner's Guide https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-crochet-beginners-video-course-giveaway/ https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-crochet-beginners-video-course-giveaway/#comments Wed, 28 Jun 2023 22:03:02 +0000 https://makeanddocrew.com/?p=6448 Are you ready to learn how to crochet in a fun, stress-free way? This handy step-by-step guide for beginners will introduce you to the essential skills you’ll need to get started with this relaxing and productive hobby.  We’ll cover the beginner skills, from holding your crochet hook correctly to working the basic stitches. Plus, I...

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]]> https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-crochet-beginners-video-course-giveaway/feed/ 38 How to Single Crochet Stitch for Beginners (And Fix Mistakes) https://makeanddocrew.com/single-crochet/ https://makeanddocrew.com/single-crochet/#respond Wed, 31 Jan 2024 19:09:36 +0000 https://makeanddocrew.com/?p=29599 The single crochet stitch (abbreviated sc) is an essential skill for every beginner to master. Learn how to single crochet in rows and rounds with this step-by-step tutorial. I've got you covered with lots of clear photos and a video tutorial that shows the SC stitch worked slowly. This post contains affiliate links. What is...

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]]> https://makeanddocrew.com/single-crochet/feed/ 0 How To Design a Temperature Blanket + 25 Free Patterns https://makeanddocrew.com/temperature-blanket/ https://makeanddocrew.com/temperature-blanket/#respond Thu, 11 Jan 2024 21:54:14 +0000 https://makeanddocrew.com/?p=20211 Knit and crochet temperature blankets (also known as weatherghans) encourage you to craft a little bit every day. Whether you plan a year-long project, or focus on one period of time–like a season or pregnancy–temperature patterns can be fun way to build a daily habit of crocheting or knitting. What is a Temperature Blanket? Knit...

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]]> https://makeanddocrew.com/temperature-blanket/feed/ 0 How to Half Double Crochet Stitch (HDC) for Beginners https://makeanddocrew.com/half-double-crochet/ https://makeanddocrew.com/half-double-crochet/#respond Thu, 06 Jul 2023 03:33:33 +0000 https://makeanddocrew.com/?p=29592 Are you ready to meet the Goldilocks of basic crochet stitches? Today, we're going to dive into the wonderful world of the half double crochet stitch, often abbreviated hdc.  In this beginner’s guide, I'll show you how to make the half double crochet stitch in both rows and rounds. I'll also share some helpful variations...

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]]> https://makeanddocrew.com/crochet-supplies/feed/ 0 How To Tunisian Crochet (With Video) https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-tunisian-crochet/ https://makeanddocrew.com/how-to-tunisian-crochet/#comments Tue, 29 Oct 2019 16:49:45 +0000 https://makeanddocrew.com/?p=10051 Ready to dive into Tunisian crochet but not sure where to start? The video tutorial and resources below will answer all your questions and teach you how to Tunisian crochet step-by-step! This post contains affiliate links. Whether you're a crocheter ready to level up your hookin' skills, a knitter who wants to dabble in a...

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