Crochet Techniques
Techniques that make your work look finished: invisible decreases, foundation single crochet, clean color changes and blocking.
4 lessons, best read in order
Lesson 14 min readThe Invisible Decrease: Neater Shaping for Amigurumi
A regular single crochet decrease (sc2tog) leaves a small bump and sometimes a gap, which shows clearly on amigurumi. The invisible decrease uses front loops only, so it blends in. It's one of the simplest upgrades you can make to your toys.
Lesson 24 min readHow to Block Crochet: Wet, Spray and Steam Methods by Fiber
Blocking is the finishing step that turns lumpy squares into flat ones, opens up lace, and makes edges straight. It's easy once you know which method suits your yarn. Here's how to do each one safely.
Lesson 34 min readHow to Change Colors in Crochet (Clean Joins Every Time)
Changing colors looks tricky, but there's one trick behind almost every clean color change: switch to the new color on the last step of the stitch before. Here's how to do it in rows and rounds, and how to deal with all those ends.
Lesson 44 min readFoundation Single Crochet: Skip the Starting Chain
Foundation single crochet makes the starting chain and the first row of single crochet at the same time. The edge comes out stretchy, you never have to work into a tight chain, and you can count as you go. It's well worth learning once the basics feel comfortable.
Related Educational Guides & Tutorials
What Is Crochet Gauge? How to Measure It and Why It Matters
Gauge is the translation key between the designer's hands and yours. Learn how to make a swatch that tells the truth, measure it, match the pattern, and use the math to size any project.
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.