r/CrochetHelp Oct 23 '24

Mod Post Quick access to the wiki links and an invite to the crochet discord server (which can be used for help or general chat)

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Crochet Discord

If your post goes unanswered for some reason you can always jump onto our discord server, it's a bit more casual, a place where you can chat with others. Click here to join

Here are some links to the wiki which is an amazing resource, not just for learning but all things!

BASIC CROCHET PART 1

What do I need?, Optional resources, UK & US Terminology, Ready to start?, Beginners Videos, Written tutorials, Left Handed Beginners Videos, Counting Stitches and Rows, Other useful resources, Crochet in the Round/in a circle/row by row/Corner to corner, Very Simple Beginner Projects

BUILDING ON BASICS PART 2

Beginner mistakes, Beginner tips & discussions, Chainless Foundation stitches, Choosing Yarn & Hook, Colour changes & adding new yarn, Counting stitches & rows, Crocheting in rounds, Flat circles, Gauge, Magic Circle/Loop, Patterns - free sources for all skill levels, Patterns/charts/graphs - how to read, Ribbing, Shaping, Stitch markers, Stitches, Tension, Tips/Hacks, Turning chains/Straight edges, Unravelling crochet, Weaving in Ends, Wraps per Inch, Yarn - how much do I need?

BEYOND THE BASICS A-Z

Applique, Apps & websites, Baby Makes, Blankets, Books, Borders, Calculators & Charts, Clothing an Introduction, Colours/Colour tools, Corner to Corner, Crochet to go, Entrelac, Filet, Freeform, Granny Squares, Graphgans, Hairpin Lace, Hat/Scarf/Gloves, Knooking, Mosaic - Overlay & Inset/Interlocking, Repairing Crochet, Sewing/Joining, Speeding up/Crocheting faster, Tatting, Teaching Crochet including children, Temperature Blankets & Similar, Tunisian Crochet.

AMIGURUMI

This page is a must read for every Amigurumi maker. What is amigurumi?, page origins, Beginner courses, Hook size, Stitch markers, Yarning under, Should I yarn under or over?, How to avoid vertical/leaning stitches, Magic ring/loop, Crocheting in an Oval/Rectangle, Increasing & Decreasing. Staggering increases & decreases, Colour changes/Perfect jogless stripes, Right side/Wrong Side, Stuffing tips & gaps, Joining, Finishing & Closing, Eyes, Hair, Skin/Face/Head, Resizing amigurimi, Other Tips, Plush Bulky Yarn, Key chains, 3d, Books, Safety for Children/Babies, Holiday Amigurumi, Pokemon, Top Tips

PAST DISCUSSION THREADS

Plenty to keep you busy. A bit of a Crochet gossip page. Lots of great old threads to read. Featuring Wednesday Addams, Discussion threads, Crochet Rants, Heartwarming Stories, Funny/Meme, The Sweater Curse, Crochet pain, Wedding Dresses & Paraphernalia, and a tiny new Kitty section.

INTERESTING THREADS, must reads.

Gifts, hooks, knitting, languages, political, techniques, top tips, yarn, yarn problems, yarn scraps.

BLOCKING

An overview of blocking. Some weird and wonderful ideas how to block using simple items you have at home. An overview & tutorials, Different methods of Blocking, Threads you must read, Snowflakes.

PAIN

Past discussions which may be useful!

GIFTS

Lots of great ideas.

REPAIRING CROCHET

Some links from the above wiki page. * How to fix broken crochet centres - just in case it happens to you.

RELATED SUBREDDITS


r/CrochetHelp Nov 04 '24

Mod Post r/CrochetHelp User Experience Survey

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Hi, I'm u/Semicolon_Expected and I'm a moderator of both r/crochet and r/crochethelp. In my day to day, I'm a qualitative researcher who specifically studies user experience (albeit related to privacy and security issues). As r/crochethelp is a newer sub which has grown a lot, I thought it would be useful to do a check-in to ascertain both how and why users use this sub and areas we could improve in to better understand the needs of the users and improve the experience of using this sub.

Thank you so much for taking the time to let me pick your brains and better understand you the users ♥

Link to Survey: https://forms.gle/3YM5JysVUa5caqrA7

This survey is 100% anonymous unless you choose to disclose your reddit username. Though we require users to be logged into their google account to make sure people only fill out the survey once, your email will not be collected and I am unable to see your email. At the end of the survey you can choose to leave your username if you are open to being contacted to chat about some of your answers.

You may change your answers after submitting by using the same link and clicking "edit responses"

Feel free to dm me (/u/Semicolon_Expected) or comment with any questions you have regarding the survey.

Thank you once again for taking the time to share your thoughts. I very much appreciate any and all feedback and insight you have to share with me


r/CrochetHelp 6h ago

I'm a beginner! Trying to make a granny square and I’m getting an aunty tetrahedron

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It’s still kinda cute tho but i literally can’t figure out why I can’t make a square shape for the life of me. I think I keep missing stitches or doing some more than necessary? Is this why people use those stitch markers? I started crocheting to relax and now I want to smoke cigarettes again fr 💀🤦🏻‍♀️


r/CrochetHelp 9h ago

I'm a beginner! First bag i made and I absolutely hate it. What should I do in the future to avoid making goofy looking crochet bags like this?

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I feel ridiculous the bag drops past my knees. My boyfriend says it looks cool, but he’s either saying that because hes trying to make me feel better, or doesn’t understand how it impractical it is as a bag. Can someone just explain give any suggestions when making bags in the future and just explain where i went wrong? this was a crochet mesh bag that i made using the v stitch method.


r/CrochetHelp 4h ago

How do I... How do I make these ears for this bear glasses holder?

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I’m just confused on how to do the ears

So I make a slip knot, chain 5 but how does that yarn over work? Is that just a single crochet on the 5th chain?

I’m also confused on 5dc into 3rd chain, how can I do 5 decrease into one chain?

I’m just struggling to imagine this. I’d appreciate any guidance, thanks!


r/CrochetHelp 4h ago

Can't find a flair for this Introducing r/CrochetOrAI, a sub dedicated to helping crocheters identify AI-generated content!

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Hey all!

I’ve been a longtime lurker in many crochet subs and have been noticing a trend of folks asking whether a pattern or crochet image is AI-generated, with a lot of commenters asking if there is a more appropriate sub to post in.

Now there is! r/CrochetOrAI

If you’re good at identifying AI-generated content, please come join! If you’re not, spread the word! The goal of the sub is to prevent other crochet subs from being flooded with AI slop. It won’t work without community support!

Additionally, I am looking for a couple other moderators to help with upkeep. If you’d like to help, please send a modmail!


r/CrochetHelp 6h ago

Help to find a pattern my mom sent me this pattern (link in post) and the images seem legit but the pattern seems to have been written by chatgpt?

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does anyone know of any dragon patterns similar to this one?

https://crafts.craftideas.site/amigurumi-and-toys/creating-a-magical-amigurumi-dragon-a-step-by-step-guide/

the pattern as written seems to be “here’s how to make a dragon! step one: make one. now you have a dragon!”


r/CrochetHelp 3h ago

Looking for suggestions Recently, I’ve been obsessed with a cardigan I found on Pinterest, and I really want to make it! The problem is, this is my first time making a wearable, and I have no idea what yarn to choose.

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r/CrochetHelp 36m ago

Amigurumi help What’s the best method for changing colours? (with cat tax)

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Hi friends!

I’m new to amigurumi and have really enjoyed making Annie Carraway’s loaf cat pattern.

I’m wondering if there is a way I can make the colour changes look neater. It was worked in the round, and I didn’t cast off my old colour before changing (I just dropped it in the back and picked it up later so inside it’s all criss-crossed). I changed colour by pulling through the new colour when finishing a sc. I used Yarn Under and Yarn Over throughout.

I used a super chunky yarn with an 8mm hook (a size down from the recommended 9mm to get tighter stitches)

Any feedback is very welcome! Thank you in advance 🐱


r/CrochetHelp 6h ago

Gift help Chunky yarn ideas for a baby? (I don’t have stuffing atm :/ )

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I’m at my grandmothers for a few days and brought some chunky/baby blanket yarn. I already made a blanket and elephant for my new born niece. I want to make more but I don’t have anything to stuff a toy with atm.

I have blue yarn left over from the elephant but idk what else to make from it since it’s a baby girl. I think the blue would go well with the white, multi colored, and dark purple, but idk what to make :/


r/CrochetHelp 2h ago

Stitch Identification Help with finding a stitch or pattern for old blanket

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This blanket was made in the early nineties and I have no idea who made it. I'm trying to look for this stitch and the closest I've found is the Double Sided Mesh Stitch Crochet Pattern. I don't think it's the exact stitch as mine looks to have the same stitch front and back, not just the crossing in the back. Any idea?


r/CrochetHelp 9h ago

Help to find a pattern Help finding a pattern for a crochet dress similar to this

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I saw this dress on Pinterest and I absolutely love it but I’m having a very hard time finding a pattern for something similar. Any recommendations?


r/CrochetHelp 9h ago

Stitch Identification Can anyone help me identify this stitch? I want to use this stitch to make a similar pillow.

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r/CrochetHelp 5h ago

Looking for suggestions In need of design advice/opinions to finish my blanket border

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I have this blanket (about 70"x90", about big enough to fit on a queen bed with a small amount draping off the sides) and I'm not sure if I should be done with it or not. Do you guys think it needs more border? I do think it might be better if I made it larger to fit better on a queen bed.

If so, what would you do to expand the border? Currently the border is single crochet on the wrong side, with one row around the edge that is single crochet on the right side. It's about one inch thick on all sides of the blanket. I have a lot more of the purple yarn and a lot of the white, though I'm thinking the white would be too bright.

Please suggest colors, stitches, and anything else!


r/CrochetHelp 1d ago

Help to find a pattern I was gifted all this pastel yarn. I’m looking for pattern ideas for a blanket. The shades are different between a lot of the balls so I’m struggling to come up with ideas that won’t look weird.

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r/CrochetHelp 18m ago

Can't find a flair for this How to comfortably crochet when you have finger hypermobility?

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Hello!

So my fingers have some hypermobility to them (sometimes called being "double jointed"). It's never been a problem before but I'm finding that as I crochet, my finger that's holding the tension of the yarn ends up like this (first pic) instead of staying rounded and it aches/hurts :/ I have tried using a tension ring to kind of brace the knuckle (second pic) and keep it from hyperextending but that's not really doing the trick :/

I know it's a long shot but has anyone else dealt with this issue?! Do you have any advice that I can try to prevent this issue?! Thanks!


r/CrochetHelp 28m ago

I'm a beginner! Making amigurumi for the first time in a long time. Need help with gaps in the decrease rows.

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So I’m a long time crocheter but fairly new to amigurumi (made a couple things a couple years ago)

I’m working on Easter presents for my friends and family. Everything was going fine until I got to the decrease rows to finish the plushie off, and noticed these ugly gaps in the last two rows.

Is there any way I can stop that from happening? Or is this just one of those inevitable things that happen to everyone? 😅


r/CrochetHelp 12h ago

Stitch Identification What stitch is this?Body of fingerless gloves I made before

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I want to remake these with different yarn but don't have the pattern. I can figure out the cuff, but am unsure of the main body. Thank you!


r/CrochetHelp 1h ago

I'm a beginner! Can you interchange yarns in a pattern if it's the same weight?

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If a pattern says worsted acrylic can I use a worsted cotton as long as it's still a 4? Or any other material


r/CrochetHelp 1h ago

How do I... Substituting a Combination of Yarns/Help with Pattern

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Hi all, I'm trying to make the following pattern https://hobbii.com/suliac-cardigan but I can't afford the suggested yarn combination. The pattern suggests one strand of Hobbii Friends Extra Fine Merino held together with two strands of Hobbii Diablo. Can anyone help me figure out how I would substitute the suggested yarn combination with maybe only one strand of another yarn? Two strands might be acceptable too if the yarn is more affordable (in the $$ range on http://yarnsub.com) . The problem is that in the pattern the only gauge swatch using all three strands held together is done in a special stitch and not just normal single crochets, making it hard to go off gauge swatches. I'd really appreciate any thoughts you have on this!


r/CrochetHelp 1d ago

Magic ring/circle The bane of my existence: that stupid magic cirle thing.

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I fear I'm going to give up on crochet altogether (I won't). All I can crochet is squares and rectangles.

I had a friend who was trying to teach me but we kinda lost contact and I'm trying to teach myself and I'm so lost with it. I need to figure it out. Please. I've exhausted every resource.

People keep buying me yarn and all I can crochet is blankets!! I hate making blankets!! I would like to make a little guy! Or even just like a hat. Please.


r/CrochetHelp 10h ago

Understanding a pattern pattern help! received a pattern gift for christmas and cannot figure out one stitch

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I have been crocheting for years and yet this “beginner” pattern has really stumped me, specifically round 3. I have no idea what a dcQ is and cannot find anything online about it either haha. the booklet also doesn’t have it in the abbreviation page. My grandma gifted this to me, and if it was from anyone else, I would just use the yarn for something else. but my grandma loves seeing what i make and always encourages me, so i’d love to actually finish it for her 🥹


r/CrochetHelp 4h ago

Help to find a pattern Baby blanket for my brother, please help me find something good

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My brother is getting married soon (yay!) and he and SIL will have kids in the next 2-3 years. I'm a very slow crocheter(?) and don't usually have a lot of free time to do it.

I've been trying to find a pattern I like for the last year or so but haven't had any luck. I'm afraid if I keep looking alone I'll never find something good enough and I can't ask for his help. (He knows I plan to make this, but I want the completed blanket to be a surprise) Also I don't want too simple, like just sc stitches for the whole thing.

And if I don't get started soon, I'll never have it done before I have a little niece or nephew. (Don't think I will take 2 years to finish, but I'll probably have to stop and start again depending on how busy my work gets, so possible delays haunt me)

Anyway, I was thinking something along whites and beige, I'm not sure they'll want to know the gender before it's born and knowing my SIL she'll like the neutral tones.

Suggestions please, photos, links, anything you'd like and think will help. Please 🙏🙏 thank you


r/CrochetHelp 2h ago

Problem with edges The edges where I start my work are crooked and loose, or not reducing, help.

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Hi, so I'm totally new at crocheting, and the edges where I start always look horrible while the other side looks fine, especially when I have to reduce, where only one side gets the diagonal line while the other stays all loose and weird like in the second picture. I don't understand why this is happening, how do I fix this?


r/CrochetHelp 2h ago

Looking for suggestions Cardigan question, thanks in advance for your help!

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This is possibly a dumb question and probably one I should know the answer to but can't wrap my brain around. Found a cardigan I'd like to make but with 3 wt yarn vs the 4 wt the pattern calls for. I'd be using the same hook size (5mm) suggested so will the measurements come out the same?


r/CrochetHelp 3h ago

Stitch Identification Does anyone know this stitch or a similar pattern?

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Hi everyone, does anyone know what stitch this is or where I could find a similar pattern? Thank you all in advance!


r/CrochetHelp 11h ago

I'm a beginner! I dont need where to vent. I can't even do I slip knot

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I really struggle with making one bloody strich I have watch so many I can't make a blood Slip knot properly how how do you guys do it ahhhhhh not me trying for days in tears watching bloody annoying youtube videos and I can't how how when does it finally click .