The most important tool in the art of crochet is the crochet hook. For such a simple thing, though, it sure causes a lot of confusion. Why does it look like that? Why are there so many sizes? Which hook goes with which yarn? Hopefully, this article can[…]

Crochet Symbols

When creating patterns, some people like to use written instructions. Some prefer a diagram, using different symbols to indicate which stitches are which. The first time I ran across a crochet diagram or graph, I was confused. I had to go look up what the symbols meant and[…]

When I first started to crochet, I would start out making a blanket and about halfway through, I would look at it and wonder, “Is it too big?” or “Should I make this larger?” Well, as I kept crocheting and learning, I realized that I wasn’t the only[…]

My crochet beginnings go all the way back to 1972, when my mother first set out to teach me to crochet.  It did not go very well, I have to admit.  My mother didn’t have a lot of patience for my fumbling and I became easily frustrated.  Two[…]

Heringbone Scarf

I love any crochet piece with texture and one of the most interesting and beautiful textures, in my opinion, comes from the Herringbone Stitch. It can be tricky at first, mostly because you have to crochet the even rows from back to front to keep the pattern all[…]