Brenda K.B. Anderson

Beginner Crochet Tools & Tips

Brenda K.B. Anderson
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Duration:   56  mins

Join Brenda K. B. Anderson, an experienced crochet instructor and pattern designer, as she shares her expertise and passion for crochet. Discover essential advice on starting with simple projects like washcloths, the importance of checking gauge when substituting yarns, and tools every crocheter should have. Brenda also discusses the Thrum Lovin’ Mittens free pattern which features the thrumming technique and insights into toy design inspired by her background in costume design.

00:31 Intro
00:05:19 Beginner Tips and Projects
00:07:21 Substituting yarn for a project
00:09:39 Filet crochet
00:11:57 Thrumming technique
00:15:26 Brenda’s experience in costume design
00:21:18 More Beginner Tips and Projects
00:22:13 Stitch markers
00:22:55 Crochet Tools
00:24:06 Using a yarn scale
00:29:10 Cable stitches
00:35:19 Gauge swatches
00:38:38 Measuring stitches in a gauge swatch
00:44:06 Using stitch markers
00:49:01 Tips for preventing yarn tangling while working

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4 Responses to “Beginner Crochet Tools & Tips”

  1. MELISSA

    Hello! From Circleville, Ohio!

  2. Sawsan Tayba

    Hi i am Sawsan from Saudi Arabia, i have been crocheting for more than 6 years, i love to crochet dollies but it’s not easy to find designs

  3. wanda

    good afternoon, from MN

  4. Ashley Wester

    How do you crochet into your finished project?

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