Basicsgrey yarn, scrissors and hook on grey linen

Yarn choices for beginners

The yarn you choose to learn with can make or break your early experiences so it is important to choose something suitable. Paramount is having a yarn in which you can clearly see each stitch and t...

Basicsa range of crochet hooks and a ball of yarn

UK vs US crochet terms

One craft, two languages Unfortunately for English speaking crocheters there are two standards for writing patterns: Standard UK terminology and Standard US terminology. In this article we break do...

spikegrey and turquoise chevron pattern using crochet spike stitches

Spike stitches

  Spike stitches are a decorative technique worked in crochet. Normally worked in double crochet rows using two or more colours in the piece, they are an easy way to introduce a colour work effect ...

socksCrochet Socks: Traditional heel flap and heel turn

Crochet Socks: Traditional heel flap and heel turn

Is there anything so magical as turning a heel successfully? It strikes fear into the hearts of sock newbies but fast becomes a thing of joy once you've learnt how.

sockshand holds a hook and section of crochet ribbing

Joanne's Elastic Rib Tutorial

I'm about to share with you my most exciting discovery of the year (or possibly my career!) In the past I've always used rows of half trebles in the back loop to make rib. It looks the part and it ...

socksCrochet Socks: Before you start

Crochet Socks: Before you start

Thinking about giving crochet socks a go? Here are a few answers to common questions to help you out. We'll look at comfort, yarn and measuring to help you create crochet socks that you won't want ...