EZ Baby Blanket Learn how to finger knit the EZ Baby Blanket. You simply cast on the number of stitches in the pattern and then do the stockinette stitch for the duration of the blanket. In the end, you will do a bind off. It's pretty simple, ideal for beginners. More Pattern Ideas Crochet Daisy...
Crochet Beginner Patterns
Explore beginner-friendly crochet projects featuring basic stitches, simple increases, and decreases. Perfect for those starting their crochet journey with easy and rewarding patterns.
Extended Moss Stitch Crochet Scarf + Tutorial
The extended moss crochet stitch is a straightforward repeating pattern that thickens up the works as the extended double crochet goes over the ch-1 spaces and buries it inside the double crochet stitches. You only need one ball with a 4.5 mm / G/6 hook, but you could also use 5 mm / H/8. I...
How Many Chains to Start a Blanket or Afghan?
DOWNLOAD THE FREE CHAIN START TABLE We are constantly asked how many chains we need for specific-size Afghans. Using my crochet hook and measuring tape, I figured out the average chain counts you need to do to get close to the size you want. The worksheet provided assumes 4-ply worsted medium yarn. Those include brands...
Crochet Blue Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Blue Afghan This is a terrific introductory tutorial for beginners called the Blue Afghan by Yarnspirations. This is a rectangular granny square. In the tutorial, I demonstrate quickly a crochet diagram to show beginners on what is happening in the center of the blanket. This works from the center outward. Once you get beyond...
How to Crochet 6 Baby Blankets Patterns for Beginners + Tutorials
Let's face it: When new crocheters want to learn, they tend to go for something bigger than a dishcloth. A baby blanket can be a targeted idea for a new crochet project. As an educator of crochet, I believe that projects where the finished line isn't too far away from the starting point can give...
Crochet Summer Fast Halter Top + Tutorial
Simple partial triangle shape Crochet Halter Top is ready to wear this summer. This is featuring Caron Cinnamon Swirl Cakes yarn that can be found at Michaels. This is sized from XS adults to 5 XL. The colours shown are sour lime and jelly beans. It's playful in self-striping yarn format. The colours used in...
Red Heart Crochet Classy Cowl Pattern + Tutorial
Learn to Crochet A Classy Cowl With a touch of Swanky Yarn by Red Heart that has built-in sequins, this cowl is sure to be a crochet and knit pleaser. Swanky Yarn is a really fun yarn with built-in teardrop sequins into the yarn. Currently, there are 7 different shades of Swanky. Choose from colours...
Finger Crochet Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Learn how to Finger Crochet Finger crochet is pretty straight forward but it does take a bit of getting used to. I remember at camp when tying up a boat to the dock. I would pull way extra loops through the rope just because I could. It's like I was fiddly but also I just...
Crochet Flower Pot Cozy Pattern + Tutorial
Flower Pot Cozy Crochet yourself a Flower Pot Cozy using the inexpensive Phentex Slipper & Craft Yarn by Yarnspirations. Phentex is North America's leading brand for slipper yarns on the market place. Canadians made and under the Yarnspirations Branding of yarns such as Bernat, Caron, Lily and Patons Yarns. Phentex Yarn is 100% Olefin. What...
Crochet Easy Granny Dishcloth Pattern + Tutorial
Easy Granny Dishcloth Beginner crocheters can get off to a great start using this simple pattern and video tutorial to help you. Practice makes perfect and doing smaller projects, yet practical, like this dishcloth, can make for a fun learning experience and quick accomplishment of skills. This is the Crochet Granny Dishcloth. For experienced...
Crochet Beginner Well-Schooled Throw Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Beginner Well-Schooled Throw The Beginner Level Well-Schooled Throw is for beginners with a step by step photographic tutorial on the free pattern. The pattern is double crochet in the back loops only to have a bit of texture. There are rows for each colour in this striped throw. There are 2 rounds for the...
How to Crochet Earphone Cover Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet over the wire on your earphones to prevent the tangling of the wires. The Crochet Earphone Cover is a simplistic pattern. Using spare yarn, you can single crochet over the wire to thicken it up. For myself, I roll the headphones and store them in the lapel area of my jacket. When I am...
Loopy Centre Crochet Pillow
Bernat Crushed Velvet Loopy Centre Crochet Pillow The fun Loopy Centre Crochet Pillow features a fun texture in the centre of a simple granny square. Made with super soft Bernat Crushed Velvet, this playful pillow is constructed with an envelope back, so you can switch out the pillow, or for easy washing. The free pattern,...
Finger Knitting Bold Stripes Blanket Pattern
Finger Knit Bernat Alize EZ Bold Stripes Blanket No hook? No problem! The Bernat Alize EZ Bold Stripes Blanket is made with finger knitting. Check out the free pattern, from Joann, and the tutorial below, to learn how to work with the loops built into the yarn strand. This project calls for 3 colours, worked...
Finger Knitting Seed Stitch Blanket Pattern
Finger Knit Seed Stitch Blanket The Finger Knit Seed Stitch Blanket is a combination of knit and purl working opposite to each other. You can use the pre-formed loops of Bernat Blanket-ez or even Bernat EZ Wool yarn to make this blanket. Give those fingers a stretch and a workout while you whip up this...
How To Crochet Thermal Stitch Dishcloth Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Thermal Stitch Dishcloth The Crochet Thermal Stitch Dishcloth is a great quick example of how to do this double thickness crochet stitch. My friend Megan showed me how to do this stitch and I was so inspired by it. The video tutorial demonstrates how to do this stitch as a single crochet which includes...
Crochet Bernat Velvet Striped Blanket Pattern
Crochet Bernat Velvet Stripes Blanket For beginner level crocheters, the Crochet Bernat Velvet Stripes Blanket. The blanket is just single crochet back and forth. Changing the yarn every 6 rows for the effect that you see. It's a great little pattern if you are trying to use up some leftover yarn, or want something that...
How to Crochet Emotional Well-Being Blanket
New from Yarnspirations is the Feel Your Emotions Crochet Blanket, customized to your moods. This great beginner-level pattern uses 7 colours to depict your emotional well-being over 30 days. I know how it can feel when your negative emotions and trigger points seem to be the main focus point of your life. Like writing a...
What is the Bernat Quickweave Kit? New June 2024 + Tutorial
New as of June 7, 2024, is the Bernat Quickweave kit that stunned me when I saw it months ago at Yarnspirations in Toronto. They tossed it before me, and I was like, "What is that!?". This was supposed to be a few-minute presentation as I was getting a preview for 2024 / 2025, and...
12 Slip Stitch Techniques for Double Crochet in the Round
As a new crocheter, you may not realize there are several ways to cheat the crochet patterns. One way is to avoid things you may strongly dislike about crochet, such as joining at the end of the rounds. Have you ever been behind someone in line at the coffee shop and noticed the slip stitching...
Knit Beginner Dishcloth Pattern + Tutorial
Beginner Knit Dishcloth Learn to knit with a Knit Beginner Dishcloth sample. Using 4.5 mm or US & Knitting Needles to make this sample. A tutorial below showing you how to cast on. You will need 38 stitches on the needles before starting to do the knit stitch. Once you are ready, go to the...
How to Determine What Side Is the Yarn Tail Is On... Right or Left? + Tutorial
You've lost your way, and you cannot determine which side is the right side (RS) or the wrong side (WS). The answer is in the location of the beginning yarn tail. To keep orientation, I highly recommend not removing this tail until the end of the project. If the 1st row is considered the right...
Coffee Table Crochet Heel Saver Pattern
It's my house, my rules. I can put my feet on my coffee table if I like it. As a child, my mother would say, get your feet off the coffee table. We would do it anyway. It's so bad, I know. I still like my feet on the coffee table as I have aged....
How To Crochet Loopy Edge Basket Pattern + Tutorial
Loopy Edge Crochet Basket with Bernat Alize EZ and Bernat Blanket The Loopy Edge Crochet Basket is made with two strands of super bulky Bernat Blanket held together, to create a dense, structural basket wall. The basket base is topped with fun, loopy Bernat Alize Blanket EZ yarn, bringing playful texture. The result is stylish...
Beginner Knit Squish Baby Blanket + Tutorial
The Squish Baby Blanket is a vibrant retake on a classic design, now featuring the irresistibly cozy Bernat Blanket Frosting yarn. You’ll only need two balls of regular-size Bernat Blanket yarn to whip up this delightful creation. My revamped pattern ensures you squeeze every last bit of yarn from those balls, giving you maximum snuggle...
How To Knit Short Neon Stripes Scarf + Tutorials
This easy 2-row repeating pattern recreates the 80s with fun neon colours separated by black sections to make the colours pop. This uses Red Heart Super Saver Jumbo yarn in the Neon Stripe colour. This would be an excellent pattern for beginners of crochet. The yarn will yield itself to be a much longer scarf...
Easy to Crochet Patons Linen Block Top Pattern + Tutorial
With Patons Linen yarn that came back to market in 2024, more designs are being created for this elevated yarn. This is the Beginner Crochet Block Top pattern. You can do this pretty quickly if you know how to double crochet. Think of it like building blocks. There are no angles on this, but due...
Surprising Realisation about Knitting Tension... Is It YOU?
Before I started The Crochet Crowd, I tried knitting a rainbow scarf for myself. It turned out great, but the scroll on the edges was unbelievable. It was the stockinette stitch. Since opening The Crochet Crowd, I realized the edges have to be opposite to each other to create the look you see but noticed...
Ways to Quilt for Beginners Photographic Tutorial
Lynne Brown, expert at quilting who originally learned to sew in 4-H has made so many quilts. She is a retired expert in customer education for Coats and Clark. Lynne has put together the basics for beginners in making great decisions with very clear demonstrations of concepts. . . Most of you know that I...
How To Crochet Twist Fringe + Tutorial
Crochet Twisting Fringe The blanket shown in this tutorial is called the Crochet High Tide Blanket. The number of times you need to twist is dependent on the yarn and pattern. The length of the starting loop also varies but because you don't cut the yarn, you want to ensure the starting loop is consistent....
Knit Tricks: How to Keep Perfect Stitch Edges + Tutorial
As a new knitter, your edges can look like hell. The tension can create horrible edges, and you may question whether knitting is right for you. There's a simple trick you can do—it's too simple to be true. BUT IT WORKS! Just slip-stitch the first loop purl-wise onto the other needle without doing anything to...
Crochet Big Granny Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
This beginner crochet project is called the Big Granny Square Blanket. If you love the granny square like I do you will fly through this blanket. If you haven't made one yet, you need to add this lovely basic pattern to your repertoire. It's essentially 1 massive granny square that goes in a complete square....
Crochet Granny Rectangle Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet your own Granny Rectangle Afghan. You may love this rectangle version if you love Granny Square Afghans as one big solid granny square. Once you get this going, going around the rectangle resembles a giant granny square. More Ideas to Share Based on the free pattern provided, the afghan will measure approximately 60" wide...
Crochet Rectangle Thick Granny Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
This thick Crochet Rectangle Granny Blanket uses Bernat Blanket Extra yarn. It uses 7 balls in total and is 56" x 58". It's considered a beginner-level project. Crochet in the round to make it work. It's a great project to work up if you are just learning the granny and will work up quickly with...
One Skein Baby Criss Cross Blanket + Tutorial
A superfast two-row repeating baby blanket for the person in a rush. Great for charity box building. Using just one ball of Caron One Pound, this pattern is set to delight crocheters and receivers of this finished project. This is the One-Skein Baby Blanket pattern. One row is just single crochet and then is a...
3-Hour Finger Crocheted Thick Throw + Tutorial
The Three-Hour Finger Crochet Thick Blanket was designed by Moogly, aka Tamara Kelly, for Yarnspirations. It's a craft because no knitting needles or crochet hooks are needed—you crochet this with your fingers. Inspired by Lauren, a contestant on a reality show called 'The Circle,' I wondered what else can be done when a hook is...
What is Lauren LaChant on The Show 'The Circle' Making?
Lauren LaChant, a contestant on The Circle, has worked with yarn in many side scenes between activities. She's bi-crafted in that she crochets granny squares and finger-knits a blanket on the floor. While I cannot accurately identify the brand she uses to finger-knit her blanket, it appears to be Bernat Blanket Extra Thick yarn. Reality...
How To Crochet Granny Triangle Dishcloth Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet a Triangle Granny Dishcloth Let me show you how to make a simple triangle dishcloth. This dishcloth is just like a granny square but it's only three sided. The corners are slightly different as the corners must turn more than 90 degrees as it's a triangle. Keep in mind that anything for the kitchen...
Crochet Mesh Vest Pattern + Photographic Tutorial
Get ready for the warmer weather or jet-setting to the warmer weather. The pattern is called Crochet Mesh Vest and its PDF is in beginner format. Styled for casual wearing using Caron Simply Soft yarn. Sized for adults of XS to 5 XL. You will find step by step photographic tutorial provided with this to...
How To Crochet Beginner Spectrum Blanket + Tutorial
Are you looking for an easy afghan but also one where the colours are mixed in a way that doesn't get you bored with repeating the same colour lines repeatedly? This Spectrum Afghan is simple; it is just half double crochet. It's generous, measuring 54" x 60". Try this afghan; it's using 6 colours of...