Project Planning, Sizing & Troubleshooting Guides
Fix uneven edges, diagnose expanding blankets, learn wet vs steam blocking, and price your handmade creations fairly.
Why Is My Crochet Blanket Getting Wider? 5 Causes and Fixes
A blanket that turns into a trapezoid is gaining stitches or changing tension. Diagnose which in two minutes, fix the five common causes, and rescue a blanket that's already wonky.
Why Is My Crochet Curling? Fixes for Rows, Circles and Granny Squares
Curling almost always means one part of the fabric is tighter than the rest. Here's how to fix curling rows, circles that cup or ruffle, and granny squares that won't lie flat.
How to Fix Uneven Crochet Edges and Keep Them Straight
Almost every wobbly edge comes from the first and last stitch of each row. Learn the turning chain rules, the fixes for gappy edges, and how to tidy a finished piece with a border.
How to Price Crochet Items: Formula, Worked Example and Etsy Fees
How to work out what a crochet item really costs you, set an hourly rate, add profit, handle wholesale and Etsy fees, and price for fairs and custom orders, with a full worked example.
Related Crochet Calculators & Converters
Stitch Count Calculator
Calculate the exact number of stitches needed to resize any pattern or match custom dimensions.
Blanket Size Calculator
Standard blanket dimensions (Baby to King), estimated rows, stitches, and yardage requirements.
Crochet Pricing Calculator
Price handmade crochet items fairly for retail, wholesale, craft fairs, and Etsy shops.