If you're looking to start your crafting journey, a scarf is the perfect project. You'll find everything you'll need to learn the basics of crochet right here!
Firstly, why make a swatch?
Even though we’re all crocheting in the same way, some people’s stitches are tighter and others’ are looser. This can affect the size of the item you’re making. A swatch is a square piece of crochet used to work out whether you’re stitching as tightly - or as loosely! - as a pattern describes. Read more about swatching over on our blog.
5 easy steps to crochet your own scarf
Follow the videos to learn how to make a scarf with whatever yarn you choose. Don't have any yarn yet? Why not try our The Chunky Wool paired with our O/17 (12mm) Bamboo Hook We suggest watching the videos a couple of times, and remember, practice makes perfect!
How to create a slip knot
A slip knot is the first step in most crochet projects. In this video we will show you how to create a slip knot.
How to create a foundation chain
Crochet usually begins with a series of chain stitches called a foundation chain. In this video we will show you how to create a foundation chain.
How to double crochet
Double crochet creates short and compact stitches. In this video we will show you how to create a double crochet. These instructions are given in UK terminology. 'Double crochet (dc)' is the same stitch as the American 'single crochet (sc)'.
How to join a new ball of yarn
Most knitting projects require adding additional balls of yarn and there are many ways to do it. In this video we will show you how to change a ball of yarn by tying a knot and weaving in ends.
how to weave in loose ends
Weaving in is an important part of finishing any knitting project. In this video we will show you how to weave in ends by threading the sewing needle over and under the bars on the wrong side of your crochet.
How to create a slip knot
A slip knot is the first step in most crochet projects. In this video we will show you how to create a slip knot.
How to create a foundation chain
Crochet usually begins with a series of chain stitches called a foundation chain. In this video we will show you how to create a foundation chain.
How to double crochet
Double crochet creates short and compact stitches. In this video we will show you how to create a double crochet. These instructions are given in UK terminology. 'Double crochet (dc)' is the same stitch as the American 'single crochet (sc)'.
How to join a new ball of yarn
Most knitting projects require adding additional balls of yarn and there are many ways to do it. In this video we will show you how to change a ball of yarn by tying a knot and weaving in ends.
how to weave in loose ends
Weaving in is an important part of finishing any knitting project. In this video we will show you how to weave in ends by threading the sewing needle over and under the bars on the wrong side of your crochet.
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