Hints and Tips

Did you know there are three ways you can work into a foundation chain?  Most patterns don't tell you which…

There’s no doubt about it – learning online has become the norm!  In the world of crochet we have had…

Choosing colours for your project or the colours for a border can often be the hardest part – particularly with…

Have you ever thought of entering your crocheted or knitted projects into one of the many competitions that are run…

The art of crochet has enjoyed a recent boost in popularity – and it’s not hard to see why. As…

You’ve just found a pattern you like, have gone through your stash and found the perfect left over yarn -…

After you have put a lot of effort into handcrafting beautiful things, it is important to preserve that beauty as…

Knitters and crocheters often have strong opinions on the subject. But what is it and why do some swear by…

You've probably heard a myriad of terms referring to the thickness of yarn - Double knit, worsted weight, fingering, fine,…

It's that time of the year when we turn our attention to crocheting and knitting afghans/blankets.  Not only can we…

Normal increases and decreases can lead to 'holes' appearing in the crocheted fabric as they stretch the underlying stitches.  While…

When people say they crochet with cotton, many people associate this with using thread and making items such as doilies…