Crocheting is a hobby that has been around for years and years. It's a very useful practice that can be used to make material that is necessary like blankets or shirts. In this video tutorial, you'll find out howt o make a crocheted edge fleece blanket using this easy to follo ...more
If you would like to crotchet around the edges of a fleece blanket you will need a fleece blanket, yarn and a hook. You will first need to clip holes in the blanket with a slip stitch blade. These wholes will distinguish where the crotchet chains will go around the fleece blan ...more
This crocheting how-to video shows you how to add a scalloped crocheted edge to your next dishcloth, loomed or knitted project. This scalloped edge is worked in two rows, the first row all around is just single crochet. The next row will be your pattern that makes the scallope ...more
This is a great project to make as a gift, a shell or wave pattern crocheted blanket. Special attention is paid to the two most challenging parts of the project - how to get it started, and how to finish it off. Part 1 of 5 - How to Start and finish a wave-stitch crochet blank ...more
Watch this instructional crochet video to start a crochet blanket. Begin with a loose chain until you've reached the desired length. The process of changing rows is one of the most difficult tasks when starting a crochet blanket. Follow these clear guidelines to avoid unnecess ...more
This video demonstrates how to make a double- crochet edge. The video uses a large cardigan neck to create a double crochet edge on. First, back the yarn around the hook and go into the next stitch. Then pull through a loop on to the hook. Take another loop on to the hook. Nex ...more
Lets create a blanket from scratch using only the wavy shell stitch. This crochet how-to video is an example of how to crochet a blanket out of the wavy shell stitch only using three colors. Go as large as you need to and as big as you want with the crocheted blanket. The colo ...more
Add more flare to you knitted projects. Watch this how to video to learn how to add a crocheted edge to any knitted object.
Babies, unsurprisingly, are extremely fragile their first few months on earth, and so need the best care necessary to help adjust them to living outside their mother's snug womb. While mothers can't always be at their babies' sides to cuddle and reassure them (though most babi ...more
Remember baby Maggie from "The Simpsons" and the adorable Christmas tree-shaped star bodysuit to Lisa's sax recital? Babies look cute in almost anything but somehow wrapping them up in star-shaped blankets/costumes puts them at their cutest. Watch this video to learn how to c ...more
This video tutorial demonstrates how to crochet a Catherine Wheel stitch blanket. Stitching a Catherine Wheel takes more time than other crochet patterns, but it is well worth it. As seen here, it is possible to crochet two colors of yarn as one to re-enforce the rainbow grada ...more
This corded ridge hexagon pattern can be repeated may times to create a large scale blanket. Follow along with the step by step guide in this video to get the pattern. Watch this video crocheting tutorial and learn how to make a corded ridge hexagon blanket. Part 1 of 5 - How ...more
This film shows how to make a thick fuzzy baby blanket using crochet. The presenter takes some soft red wool and starts using a simple chain stitch. You need a basic knowledge of the stitches before you start. Then you chain stitch three more times before double crocheting, wr ...more
In this tutorial we learn how to edge a knitted piece with a single crochet. Start to attach the yarn to the right side, working in a forward direction. Now, work a slip stitch at the edge. From here, stick the hook in the fabric and pull through one loop. The, yarn over again ...more
Follow these crochet guidelines to start a wavy shell pattern crochet blanket. This pattern is only a two row pattern. You can use three colors to make it appear unique and interesting. The beginning is the most difficult part, but once mastered, this crochet pattern is decept ...more
For those of you who are knitting beginners, an Afghan may sound difficult but it's actually just a fancy schmancy term for a crochet blanket. The blanket's texture varies according to your choosing, from thick wool yarn to light and airy summertime yarn. If the very pretty p ...more
For those of you who are knitting beginners, an Afghan may sound difficult but it's actually just a fancy schmancy term for a crochet blanket. The blanket's texture varies according to your choosing, from thick wool yarn to light and airy summertime yarn. If the very pretty p ...more
This left-handed crochet tutorial teaches you how to complete a Catherine wheel stitch, which consists of a row of vibrant pinwheels surrounded by an undulating, wavy edge. This crochet tutorial is not for crochet beginners, but if you understand the basic ideas of crochet st ...more
Any good crochet artist will tell you that most crochet patterns can be mastered more easily simply by sticking to one color yarn. Once you begin adding different colors to the same stitch, it becomes an integrative process as well as a learning one. The multiple for this pro ...more
Triangles, squares, pentagons, and hexagons? Crocheting projects often sound a lot like geometry class, with basic shapes being the foundation of all your knitting projects, whether beginner or advanced. If you've already mastered the aforementioned shapes, give yourself a fu ...more
Triangles, squares, pentagons, and hexagons? Crocheting projects often sound a lot like geometry class, with basic shapes being the foundation of all your knitting projects, whether beginner or advanced. If you've already mastered the aforementioned shapes, give yourself a fu ...more
Add an even more personal touch to your crocheted projects. This how to video is a tutorial on how to embroider crochet projects with the blanket stitch. This stitch is typically used to embroider cloth, but you can embroider just about anything.
In this tutorial, we learn how to make a standard blanket from crocheting. First, you will start your crochet by positioning the material into your hand. Then, you will need to tuck in between your ring and middle finger and around the others. The fingers will control the tens ...more
While crocheting an Afghan or Tunisian style crochet blanket, you can crochet different patterns and colors into a single row of stitches. Use a large crochet needle and several types of yarn to learn this crocheting trick. You can switch back and forth between colors in the s ...more
Watch this instructional crocheting video to crochet a color change on an Afghan or Tunisian style crochet blanket. Use a large crochet needle and several different colors of yarn. These clear visual guidelines allow you to switch colors of yarn on your crochet project quickly ...more
Lets create a blanket from scratch using only the ripple stitch. These crochet how-to videos are an example of how to crochet a blanket solely out of the ripple stitch. Go as large as you need to and as big as you want with the crocheted blanket. The colors and size is up to y ...more
Crochet instructions are the linguistics of crochet. Crochet instructions normally come in the form of crochet patterns for example crochet baby blanket. Learn how to understand them by watching this video.
Watch this instructional crochet video to finish off the basics of a granny square. Once mastered, this process moves fairly quickly. A granny square blanket is popular because this crochet method is both engaging and fast paced. Once you can crochet around a corner, many of y ...more
Learn to crochet with these how-to videos. Once you have crocheted one row you can two, or three rows. Crochet a towel, a blanket, or anything longer. Watch and learn how to finish crocheting a first line and move on to the second one.
This is how you "chain" your first line. Watch this instructional crochet video to begin the first row in your scarf, blanket, sweater, etc. This example provides a ten loop start to your first crochet project.
Using two threads at the same time doubles the density, weight, and adds really cool randomized colors for a sharp looking blanket. This instructional crochet video allows you to use two threads as one to make a more random looking pattern within the larger design of the blanket.
This video demonstrates how to do a basic single crochet bind-off. This leaves a nice edge finish. You don't need to know how to crochet to do this bind-off. Do single crochet bind off. Click through to watch this video on knittinghelp.com
In this tutorial, we learn how to do a firefly yoga pose with Dina Priost. Place a folded up blanket under your hands to provide support if you have tight wrists. Begin with arm pressure pose, squat on your blanket so it's behind your feet. Take your arms through your legs and ...more
Cross Stitching isn't for impatient people. Watch this instructional crochet video to master the cross stitch. The cross stitch creates a satisfying three dimensional look and a warmer sweater or blanket. This crochet process also takes much longer than standard crocheting, so ...more
Changing patterns is easy once you get the simple basic stitch idea in your mind. With consistency, you can complete a large blanket without trouble. Watch this instructional crochet video for some advice on how to count out stitches with a complex crochet pattern.
This video demonstrates how to do a double crochet bind off. This method of binding off gives a nice decorative edge that looks nice on pockets. Do a double crochet bind off. Click through to watch this video on knittinghelp.com
So you have made two granny squares out of crochet yarn, and now you want to join them together to make a blanket, coverlet or other project. There are several methods to connect them, and this video shows you how to use the whipstitch technique.
Using felt or another thick fabric for your current sewing project? Need to reinforce the edge of a thick material? You will then need the blanket stitch! In this tutorial, learn how to sew a blanket stitch the correct way.
In this instructional video series, our expert will demonstrate how to crochet an afghan. She will demonstrate an afghan pattern and how to attach each row of crochet stitches. If you are familiar with crocheting and want to make a beautiful afghan our expert can walk you thro ...more
Watch this instructional crochet video to witness the basics of cross stitching. This is a slow process, but the cross stich creates a much more three dimensional pattern that appears on both sides of the blanket. This example uses two colors to point out the crochet steps. Af ...more
A baby cocoon is a snug swaddling blanket that can be used to easily keep a new baby warm. This tutorial shows you a few techniques that you can use to crochet a baby cocoon for yourself or as a gift. This technique uses a crochet loom, so you'll want access to one of those in ...more
Granny squares are a basic crochet project, which you can use to make doilies, coasters or even connect together to make an afghan or blanket. This tutorial shows you how to make a basic granny square with two separate colors and a circle in the center.
Want to know how to crochet a picot design? Check out this video to learn how to edge.
In this video, you'll be learning how to crochet a very beautiful lace pineapple pattern. Use this pattern as the base for an afghan blanket, a scarf, or anything your heart desires. Mikey takes you through the process step by step, so just watch the video!
Are you looking for a new way to crochet while being left handed? Then watch this video, where we learn how to do a left handed mesh crochet pattern stitch. Start off with the first round, where you will double crochet in the fourth chain from the hook. Then, double crochet in ...more
In order to create a fleece blanket, you will need 2 layers of fabric, for a no-sew version. Cut them evenly. Cut the 2 pieces of fabric to equal size. Cut away a 4" square from each of the corners. Then, cut 1" strips around the edges. Then, tie each pair of strips in a knot. ...more
This video shows you how to weave in your ends on a project when you really don't have stitches to weave into. Instead of weaving it onto the edge, in case of continuation, it can be woven back into the crocheted stitches. Watch this video crocheting tutorial and learn how to ...more
This is a very nice HEADBAND that can be used plain or decorated with a FLOWER. I made mine wide (4 1/2 inches), but you can make yours as wide or narrow as you want. I used Softball Cotton and a size 6 needle. Cast on 3 stitches. Tips Leave a long tail to use for the croc ...more
Yarn is very useful! If you know how to knit or crochet, you can make everything from clothing to backpacks. But when making large items from yarn, such as a blanket, it can be a bit of a hassle to have to change yarn bundles every time you want a different color or thickness. ...more
If you save scraps of yarn, and have a dog, this is an easy project for you. The Mobius scarf has the advantage of not having any ends to come untied, or dangle down for your dog to trip over, or get tangled in branches and stuff. I made this one for Pepper, my 16lb rat terrie ...more
Detailed demonstration of Shell design which can be used as edging or part of a crochet pattern. The second video shows you how the second row of a shell stitch looks. Part 1 of 2 - How to Crochet the shell stitch for edging. Part 2 of 2 - How to Crochet the shell stitch for ...more
Improve you crocheting skills by learning different edging techniques. This how to video is a tutorial that will show you how to crochet a single crochet edging. Watch, learn and create your own decorative crochet edgings.
Improve you crocheting skills by learning different edging techniques. This how to video is a tutorial that will show you how to crochet a reverse single crochet edging. Watch, learn and maybe you can crochet your own decorative edgings.
Learn decorative edging to enhance the look of crocheted projects. Watch this how to video to learn how to crochet picot edging. This video demonstrates the technique on a short chain but you can use picot edging all around a small or large crocheted piece.
Improve you crocheting skills by learning different edging techniques. This how to video is a tutorial that will show you how to crochet a picot edging. Picot edging is a very beautiful way of decorating and finishing your crocheted projects.
Despite what you may believe, making a crochet cap doesn't end at the last knitting row. In fact, crochet caps can be embellished in a number of different ways, including this Pomp-A-Doodle trim. If making minimalist, undecorated caps is getting you down, add some spice and c ...more
The Art of Crochet by Teresa explains how to sew together crochet ribbing. Thread a tapestry needle and align the edges of the crocheting project. Sew the first stitch together and secure with a knot. Sewing through the top of the stitch on the edge will help prevent distortio ...more
This how-to crochet video offers a simple pattern and instruction for stitching your own cute and easy crocheted hat. Knitted hats don't have to be for winter. While a cozy hat will protect you from the cold, a lighter yarn can add some style in warmer months as well. Check ou ...more
Check out this knitting and crochet how-to video from wonderhowto.com. This tutorial will teach you to crochet using picot edging.
Check out this video to learn how to crochet a picot edging for all your crocheting projects.