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Crocheting techniques are fun and crafty ways to make winter clothing and learn new stitches for knitting. Discover how to crochet with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video series on crocheting basics.
There are 17 videos in this series:
Knowing how to crochet is a useful tool for knitters to finish up garments. Learn to crochet with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
Crochet hooks can be made out of many different materials, including bamboo. Discover the different types of crochet hooks with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
In crochet, chain stitches will make up a foundation chain. Crochet slip knots and chain stitches with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
In crochet, foundation chains are made after chain stitching is done. Crochet foundation chains with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
A slip stitch in crochet will slip through all of the stitches and be more dense than single crochet stitches. Crochet slip stitches with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
For half double crochet stitches, the yarn will be wrapped over the hook before going into the stitch. Crochet half double stitches with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
A double crochet stitch is like a half double that is wrapped around the hook one more time. Crochet double stitches with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
For a triple stitch in crochet, the yarn will be wrapped around a hook twice before going into the first stitch. Crochet triple stitches with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
In crochet, after reaching the end of a row there should be a turning chain. Create the height for the next crochet row with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
When crocheting a single crochet, remember that the turning chain is not the first stitch. Use turning chains when doing crochet with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
One common crochet mistake is to not crochet the last stitch in a row. Avoid common crochet mistakes with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
A crochet pattern is like a knitting pattern in that it provides direction on how to make a project. Use crochet patterns with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
When making garments with crochet, remember that a swatch needs to be made. Create a swatch in crochet with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
In order to read crochet charts, one must know the crochet stitch symbols. Use crochet stitch symbols with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
Crochet flowers make a wonderful adornment for garments and can be crocheted together to make a scarf or belt. Make crocheted flowers with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
A crocheted flower requires making petals. Make crocheted flowers with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
The reverse single crochet stitch is a great way to finish off any garment. Crochet a reverse single stitch, or crab stitch, with tips from a knitting teacher in this free video on crocheting basics.
Nothing says winter like hand-crocheted hats and scarves. Crochet, dating back two or three centuries, is a process of creating fabric from thread or yarn with a hook-like needle. By looping yarn through other loops, a soft woven material is formed that is perfect for cold weather comfort. Crocheted items make unique, heart-felt gifts for friends and family. In this free video series, a knitting teacher demonstrates a number of basic crocheting techniques and patterns. After becoming familiar with crochet patterns, hooks and foundation chains, tips are provided on using a variety of stitches to bring crochet ideas to fruition. Some of the stitches include the half double stitch, the triple stitch and the reverse single stitch.
Pam Grushkin Pam Grushkin learned to knit at a young age from her mother. First as a passion and lifeline, knitting is now her chosen career. Grushkin has been teaching knitting to people of all ages for four years both at yarn stores and independently. Knitting is not only her hobby and job, but it also represents being part of a greater community of people who share in their joy of yarn, fiber, color, creating and people. Knitting (and crocheting) is a wonderful hobby that enables people to be creative, meditative in a craft and productive in a unique way. In today's fast paced lifestyle, it's a way to slow down and relax.dkdk
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