Crochet Basics
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10:31How to Weave in Ends as You Go
Do you hate to weave in ends on your crochet projects? Dealing with all your yarn tails doesn’t have to be a daunting task. In fact, it’s possible to secure your ends in as you go! In this video, Rebecca Velasquez demonstrates how she likes to weave in ends on a project as she goes.…
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8:41Special Materials for Your Crochet Projects
“Making a crocheted purse or crocheted amigurumi toy? If so, you might need a little extra structure to the inside of your project. There are a variety of materials that you can use to help shape your crocheted projects that are inexpensive, all while creating that structure you need to have your project looking its…
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3:17Crocheting Over Ends
Crocheting over your yarn ends is an easy way to hide your ends into a crochet project. In this video, crochet expert Corrina Ferguson demonstrates just how simple this technique is for your next project. It hides the ends nicely, even when changing colors. Corrina has a swatch of double crochet, worked in two colors.…
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5:42Working in the Round
Working in the round in crochet is a versatile technique that can be used on everything from crochet baby hat patterns to amigurumi toys. There are two standard ways for working in the round: Working in rounds, joining with slip stitches at the end of each round. Working in a continuous spiral. Which method is…
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5:18Filet Crochet Basics
Looking to try something new and unique in crochet? Try filet crochet! This interesting technique uses double crochet stitches separated by spaces created with chains in order to create open and closed blocks on the fabric. With these blocks, you can create all kinds of designs and motifs. In this video, Corrina Ferguson explains the…
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3:23Yarn Put Ups: Different Ways Yarn Is Wound
If you’re new to working with yarn, you’ll notice that there are different ways that the yarn is wound. Yarn comes wound in a variety of ways. In this video, Mister Domestic explains the terminology for yarn put ups. There are four ways yarn is commonly available: skein, ball, hank, and cake. Mister Domestic shows…
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4:18Fiber Content and Texture of Yarn
With so many different types of yarn available, it’s hard to know which one is the right one for your project. In this video, Mister Domestic discusses a few different types of yarn and what to look for when you’re picking out yarn for your next crochet masterpiece. When Mister Domestic was first learning to…
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4:54Determining Yarn Weights
Yarn comes in different thicknesses or yarn weights. In this video, Mister Domestic shares tips for determining the weight of a yarn. He explores how to determine the wraps per inch for a yarn. With this information, the weight of the yarn will be known. YARN WEIGHTS There are eight standard yarn weights. They are:…
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4:46Choosing the Right Color for Your Project
Choosing the right color for your crochet project can seem daunting. However, if you trust your intuition and use some of the tips and tricks shared by Mister Domestic, you’ll be able to create a beautiful and colorful piece that is uniquely you! Mister Domestic begins by exploring the color wheel. If you feel very…
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