Once you understand the most common crochet abbreviations and terms, reading patterns becomes much less intimidating. In fact, many crocheters keep a printable cheat sheet nearby until the abbreviations become second nature. When you first start reading crochet patterns, all those little letters can feel like a secret code. Instructions such as “ch 20, sc […]
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At first glance, stitch multiples can seem confusing. But once you understand this simple concept, crochet patterns become much easier to read and customize. If you have ever opened a crochet pattern and seen instructions like “chain a multiple of 4 + 2” or “work over multiples of 6 stitches,” you may have wondered what
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Choosing yarn colors should feel exciting—not overwhelming. But if you’ve ever stood in front of a wall of yarn wondering “Do these actually go together?”, you’re not alone. Have you ever bought yarn because the colors looked perfect in the skein? I know I have. Then you started crocheting, and somewhere around row twelve, you
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Why can’t you meet gauge—even when you’re doing everything right? Your yarn is right. Your hook size is right. You made a gauge swatch. And still… your swatch turns out too big or too small. This happens more often than you might think—and it’s not because you lack skill. In fact, many experienced crocheters run
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Crochet tension is often the hidden reason behind uneven edges, too many or too few stitches, or a project that simply doesn’t match the size it should. Your crochet project may start out beautifully, but suddenly the fabric looks wavy, puckered, or just plain off. You followed the pattern exactly. You counted your stitches twice.
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If you’ve ever found yourself wondering “how long should a scarf be?” while crocheting, knitting, or sewing, you’re not alone. Even as a designer, I sometimes pause and think, do I want this scarf to be a snug wrap, a cozy bundle, or a dramatic extra-long statement piece? The truth is, scarf sizes aren’t one-size-fits-all.
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