Crocheting

A shrug is a nice accessory to have in your closet, because it can change the look of an outfit with little effort. You can crochet a shrug in a short amount of time, depending on the pattern you...

Most crochet pillow patterns for beginners are square or rectangular, but a round pillow makes a nice change in your decor. This pillow can easily be made by a relative newcomer to crocheting,...

People who possess the talent to crochet often enjoy making elaborate and beautiful projects for the home such as afghans and comforters. While these projects are beautiful when they are finished,...

Crocheted shawls are a quick and easy wrap to throw around your shoulders indoors or out. Soft baby-fine yarn or crochet cotton is used for a more elegant shawl appropriate for a wedding or...

An oval rug is crocheted in the round, but the center must be elongated in order to achieve the oval shape. This is achieved by starting the rug with a long chain and working on both sides of the...

Long popular in Europe, the string bag is now becoming very common in North America. Many people are trying to live their lives a little greener, and reusable shopping bags are a popular way to...

We have very windy weather quite a bit her and even without wind, some plants and trees need to be staked to keep them upright and secure. I always crochet my twine when I do this job, but it's a...

Most anyone who crafts with yarn has spare scraps left from various projects. This cat toy is a quick, fun way to use up small amounts of leftover yarn. The directions are flexible guidelines,...

Fall is here, a chill is in the air and you’re wracking your brain as you find yourself feverishly working towards finding the right holiday gift. It is hard to imagine a better gift than a...

Many parents are seeking alternatives to store bought plastic play food. Those with creative talents can find ways to provide special gifts for holiday, birthdays, or other special events.

If you are enchanted by the designs in Japanese crochet books, but you do not read Japanese, do not give up. These patterns use symbols that are easy to interpret.

You can create a handmade baby hat just by using a crochet hook and yarn. The basic principle involved in crocheting is to pull the loops of thread through the other loops while keeping a loop...

Stripes are a good way to add extra color or detail to any crochet project. You can vary them to be in sharp contrasting colors, or in subtle shades for a different effect. They can cross the...

Decreasing stitches is a valuable skill for any crochet artist. When used in combination with Increases, it is a necessary componant of shaping fabric for various patterns, and if you already know...

This article assumes you already have some basic working knowledge or crochet and crochet terms. It is important to shape your work carefully in order to maintain a neat, firm edge. This avoids...

The art of crocheting includes a variety of techniques for making unique patterns. If you want to crochet a fleur de lis pattern, you can use filet crochet, tunisian crochet, or a crochet chart....

Doilies make lovely gifts and add a finishing touch to tables and furniture. Maintaining the shape and look of a doily relies on properly cleaning and starching it. Starch is the special trick to...

Lace making with a tatting shuttle was considered gentle work for women in the 19th century. Wealthy women used tatting shuttles made of gold, silver and ivory. The finer shuttles had engravings...

Handmade scarves make wonderful presents. They are inexpensive and fun to make and impart a personal touch that cannot be found with a store-bought gift. You can easily and quickly crochet a scarf...

Fruit-shaped hats are easy to crochet and they take many forms, including apples, raspberries and blackberries. They're especially popular for infants, as they make excellent baby shower gifts. If...

Great gifts you can make at home to give as gifts, that is always my goal. Not only is it better because it shows more imagination that going into a crowded store and picking up the closest thing...

A shag rug has a deep pile where the strands of yarn flop over to create the shaggy texture. The design can be crocheted using the loop stitch. The loop stitch allows you to create a long stitch...

Substituting affordable Red Heart yarn for another brand is common in knitting and crocheting. Sometimes the yarn called for in a pattern is difficult to find. Or perhaps you want to use yarn from...

The Snuggie is as popular this winter as ever. If you wanted to make your own choosing a color, length and style there is a pattern available online.

Crocheted afghans make fantastic gifts and are unique as they are all handmade. A simple and subtle way to put a little bit of love into a crocheted afghan is the X & O pattern, which is...

Make your own slipcovers for your drink glasses by crocheting beautiful cozies. These slipcovers provide a sponge to catch the precipitation that forms on the outside of your cold drinks. They...

Crocheted-top kitchen towels are easy-to-make, inexpensive kitchen accessories. Crocheted-top towels also add a nice touch when added to a gift basket that includes baked or home-canned goods....

Many patterns exist for crocheting men's winter scarves. The style you choose depends on your crochet skill level and the taste of the scarf recipient. You can make a simple crocheted men's scarf...

Crochet hook manufacturers make hooks from wood, aluminum, steel, plastic and bamboo. Bamboo crochet hooks provide a lightweight, popular choice for beginner and advanced crocheters.

Toddlers can sometimes be notoriously picky about their clothes, suddenly deciding that they must have matching slippers with their nightgowns. For choosy children with a coordinated fashion...

A neck warmer is a short scarf that sits under the collar of your coat to keep the skin between your collarbone and chin warm. The ends of a neck warmer meet and overlap slightly just at the front...

Digital scrapbooking is one of the most affordable means of scrapping and preserving memories for the rest of your lifetime. The main reason for this art to have become affordable is due to the...

Candle making can be a fun hobby. You can make them as gifts during special occasions or holidays, as well as put up a business with it. An exciting craft is easy to get started with, it may...

Prayer shawls can bring great comfort and assurance. They are not merely blankets that can be purchased anywhere; they are garments made specifically to help a person feel loved and more...

Ribbon yarn is a novelty yarn where the fiber is a flat ribbon, approximately 1/4 inch wide, rather than a twirled strand of fibers. A large crochet hook should be used when crocheting with this...

Most doilies will need to be blocked to look their best. Some only require a light starch for which a spray starch will suffice. A crocheted doily with picots and points often needs a heavy...

Crochet hooks range in size from the tiny steel size US 14 to the large plastic US size S. They can be made from wood, plastic, aluminum, or steel and each material has advantages and...

A sliding knot in jewelry allows you to make an adjustable length necklace that is shorter or longer, depending on how you like to wear it. Using a sliding knot instead of a standard clasp to...

Crochet hooks come in all shapes and sizes, and they are made from a variety of materials. Two of the most popular crochet hook materials are wood and metal. The differences between them are...

Hobnail crochet creates a bobbled pattern in the yarn, mimicking the hobnail glass that was created by the Fenton Art Glass company in the 1930s. Using a combination of single crochet and triple...

Anyone with small children knows that stuffed animals seem to multiply by the day. Keeping your kids' rooms clean and picked up is a chore, and getting them to help sometimes even more so. A soft...

Baby hats are a simple and quick crochet project. They make perfect gifts or items to sell. If you want to crochet a baby beanie that will keep little heads and ears warm, all you have to do is...

If you like crocheting, perhaps you have been curious about some of the novelty yarns available on the market. Crocheting with ribbon yarn or lace yarn is a little bit different than crocheting...

Hairpin lace crochet, also known as Maltese crochet, is a technique where you create strips of long-looped crochet stitches with the use of a special tool known as a hairpin lace loom or a crochet...

Crocheted clothing and accessories are very popular, with people of all generations enjoying the craft. One of the more creative ways to decorate crocheted items is with the use of crocheted...

Knowing how to crochet a poncho wrap can not only cover you for a chilly day, but it also makes a simple and easy homemade gift for loved ones. To make the poncho, you'll need to know how to...

Crochet beading is a technique where a bead is incorporated into the crochet stitch. The technique is used most often to create crocheted beaded jewelry, but it can also be used to add beads to...

I saw a knitting pattern for something similar and thought I'd try my hand at crocheting one. You're toilet paper never has to be naked again! You will need to have basic knowlege and...

You can add a little pizazz to your flip-flops by crocheting with beads around the bands that hold the sandals on your feet. A colorful novelty yarn with pretty fly-aways or ribbon mixed in will...

The crochet granny square is a square motif that can be used to construct larger garments, such as a dog sweater, by sewing the squares together. A dog's body shape is simple enough that a...