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How to Change Colors in Crochet: A Step-by-Step Guide, The best method

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In crochet, an invisible color change is a technique used to switch from one color of yarn to another without leaving a visible seam or knot. Here's how to do it: With this technique, your color changes should be virtually invisible, creating a smooth and seamless transition between colors in your crochet work. Changing colors in crochet is a great way to add interest and variety to your project.  Some additional tips for changing colors in crochet: To make sure the carried yarn doesn't show through on the right side of the work, be sure to carry it loosely and evenly across the back. To make the color change more secure, you can tie a small knot between the two yarn tails before weaving them in. To create a striped pattern, you can change colors every row or every few rows. To create a more complex pattern, you can use a chart or written instructions to guide your color changes. With these tips, you can add beautiful color changes to your crochet projects and create unique and...

No- Sew Crochet Amigurumi Cat Pattern for absolute beginners

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This is a very good pattern for absolute crochet amigurumi beginners because you don't need to sew any parts and the face is very simple.  Yet the cat is super cute and can be customised.   Abbreviation   Sc - single crochet Inc - increase  Dec - decrease  St - Stitch   Hdc- half double crochet  We are going to crochet in spiral Tail Row 1) 6 sc into Magic Ring Row 2) 6 Inc= 12 st F Row 3) (1inc, 1 sc) *6=18 st Row 4) -6) 18 st Row 7) (4 sc, 1 dec)*3=15 st Row 8)-9) 15 st Row 10) (3sc, 1 dec) *3= 12 st Row 11) -12) 12 st Row 13) (4 sc, 1 dec) *2 = 10 st Row 14) -16) 10 st Row 17) ( 3 sc, 1 dec) * 2 = 8 st Row 18) - 20) 8 sc Row 21) Fold the tail into 2 and crochet 4 sc Leave the tail and now we are starting the body. Body Row 1) Chain 6 Row 2) 1 inc, 3 sc, 4 sc into the same chain, 3 sc, 1 inc = 14 st Row 3) 2 inc, 3 sc, 4 inc, 3 sc, 2 inc= 22 st Row 4) ( 1 sc, 1 inc) * 2, 3 sc, ( 1 sc, 1 inc) *4, 3 sc, ( 1sc, 1 inc) *...

Crochet rose in 5 minutes. Just 2 rose

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This pattern is perfect to make an absolutely gorgeous rose for a bouquet or as a decorative element for your project. The pattern requires little yarn and little time.  You  can use any type of yarn and a matching hook. Chain any number like 31, 41 or 51 and more. You need any odd number of chains. The size of the rose depends on the length of your chain. You can also make it bigger or smaller by experimenting with yarn and hook size. Row 1) Insert your hook into 3rd chain from hook and make sc, ch2, skip 1ch, sc. Keep making ch2, skip 1ch, sc until the end of the row. Row 2) Work into chain2 space:  Ch1, 3 hdc, ch1, sl st, (move to the next chsin 2 space:  sl st, ch1, 3hdc, ch1, sl st)*2. Continue the same way but instead of 3hdc make 4 and 5 hdc in alternation. Watch video tutorial for more detailed explanation 😊 HERE THE VIDEO TUTORIAL:

Knitting vs. Crochet: What’s the difference, and which is easier?

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I would like personally thank all of you for watching my videos commenting and following my tutorials.  I'm also happy to see all the projects that you sent to me that you made following my instructions or patterns, so that was really wonderful here and in 2023 I decided to add a new format to my videos, so this time I'm adding the short talking videos where I will discuss some questions or tips, and also sometimes you can ask me some questions in the comment section that are too long, and I prefer that we discuss them together.  You can comment under this video your own personal experience or point of view. Today the question is really quite difficult it's almost like to be or not to be because many of you ask what is easier knitting or crochet, which one is better, and I think there is no like really yes, no reply you must try both, and you decide which one suits you most.  I want to just share my personal experience and to say some facts, but mostly it's all opinions...

How to Crochet Christmas Amigurumi Monster for Beginners

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If you want to start crocheting cute amigurumies but you don't have any idea how to start. Then this monster is a perfect project to begin with. The pattern is super simple. The best part any beginner can easily customise it and the look of the monster is awesome.   You can learn basic amigurumi techniques and make a minster in one hour.   (US terms) R1: 6SC stitches into a Magic Ring R2: SC Increase around =12 stitches R3: (Increase, 1SC) x 6 = 18 stitches R4: 1SC, (increase, 2SC) x 5, Increase, SC = 24 stitches R5: (Increase, 3SC) x 6 = 30 stitches R6: 3SC, (increase, 4SC) x 5, increase, 1SC = 36 stitches You may continue to make increses to make a monster bigger. The leg and hands are shown with details in the video tutorial.  HERE THE VIDEO TUTORIAL:

How to crochet Christmas Stocking in 5 minutes

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Crochet Christmas stockings are really beautiful and easy to make. You will be surprised how little yarn they require and how versatile the look can be. This particular pattern is suitable for beginners as it only require  to crochet two halves and then slip stitch them together. You can easily experiment with the stitches, you may want to choose. I have chosen half double crochet ribbing method ( see detailed execution on my video) You may use absolutely any yarn and matching hook. I have used cotton for some stockings and acrylic for others. They look amazing with both yarns.    The size can be changed by simply doubling the number of stitches or by using chunkier yarn apnd bigger hook.   Notes: chain 2 does not count as a stitch. Decrease is made by skipping first stitch. Pattern: Row1) Chain 25 +2, 25hdc Crochet from row 1 to row 7: 25 hdc. Then we start to crochet the foot part. Row8) 10hdc Row 9) skip...

Crochet Christmas Herringbone Stitch. Easy pattern for beginners.

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Herringbone Stitch is one of the most beautiful crochet stitches. Crocheters normally use this stitch for bags and blankets.   Crochet Christmas Tree using herringbone stitch is really easy to make and is visually attractive.  You can make ornaments and hang them on Christmas Tree or make a garland and don't forget to use them as gift tags. You can use any yarn and matching hook size.  You can customise the size of the tree by chaining more or less.  Pattern: Start by chaining 20 1 row) 20 herringbone stitches sc (20) 2 row) ch1, 20 herringbone stitches sc (20) 3 row) ch1 skip 1st stitch, 17 herringbone stitches, skip 1 stitch, 1 herringbone stitch (18) 4 row) 2 row) ch1, 20 herringbone stitches sc (18) Keep chrrocheting by decreasing two stitches on the right side and stop when you have 6 stitches.   (Watch video for further instructions) HERE THE VIDEO TUTORIAL: