How to Yarn Under Single Crochet for Amigurumi Tutorial

Learn how to do the yarn under single crochet stitch with this step-by-step tutorial.  The yarn under single crochet stitch is a variation of the basic single crochet stitch to which changes the look of the stitch on the right side of your fabric and can help create a tighter fabric for your amigurumi toys. … Read more

How to Single Crochet Increase (sc inc) With Video Tutorial

Learn how to do the Single Crochet Increase Stitch (aka scinc) with this step-by-step tutorial.  The single crochet increase stitch is a variation of the basic single crochet stitch to increase your stitch count by one stitch.  This is one of the basic crochet stitches you need to know for shaping your crochet projects to … Read more

Standing Double Crochet Tutorial: No More SL ST and Chain!

Today I’m going to teach you a new technique that will eliminate the gap created by chain 3 turning chains and help you ditch the slip stitch joining method.  Crochet standing stitches give you a quicker, cleaner yarn join that looks just like a normal double crochet.  I’ll walk you through step by step how … Read more

Standing Half Double Crochet Stitch Tutorial (aka HDC Join)

Sick of having a gap in the edge of your crochet piece when you use a turning chain? Or wish there was a way to join your yarn that was less bulky than the standard slip stitch join? Today I’m going to teach you how to do the standing half double crochet stitch (also called … Read more

How to Crochet the Floret Stitch Step-By-Step Photo & Video Tutorial

The Floret Stitch is a quick and easy crochet stitch to do that creates a beautifully textured fabric. It’s a simple two row repeat so it’s great for crocheting while you watch TV. This stitch is accessible to all skill levels and creates an absolutely beautiful texture. Let’s grab our hooks and our yarn and … Read more

How to Crochet the Paired Double Crochet Stitch

This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own. The Paired Double Crochet Stitch, is super simple to learn and is a fun variation on the double crochet stitch that is created using the double crochet decrease (DC2TOG) and chain stitches. This is a simple one row repeat that works up quickly and … Read more

Half Double Crochet Decrease Tutorial

This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own. Today I want to share my tutorial for how to do a Half Double Crochet Decrease, which is also known as the HDCDEC, DC2TOG or Half Double Crochet Two Together Stitch. This stitch is a variation of the Half Double Crochet Stitch and is … Read more

How to do a Double Crochet Decrease or DC2TOG

This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own. Today I want to share my tutorial for how to do a Double Crochet Decrease, which is also known as the DCDEC, DC2TOG or Double Crochet Two Together Stitch. This stitch is a variation of the Double Crochet Stitch and is regularly used as … Read more

How to Do The Russian Join & Weave in Less Ends

This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own. Getting near the end of your yarn and all you can think about is how you’re going to have to weave in yet ANOTHER end? Friend, I’m right there with you. Sometimes, when I’m working on a larger project, I will do whatever it … Read more

How to Crochet the Thicket Stitch

This post may contain affiliate links. Today I want to show you one of my absolute favourite crochet stitches: the Thicket Stitch. Now, the Thicket Stitch often gets passed over because it is considered a beginner’s crochet stitch because it’s a simple one row repeat. But I love this stitch for it’s wonderful texture, versatility … Read more