Crochet Troubleshooting
Fix the common problems: tension that's too tight or too loose, holes and gaps, curling, and edges that won't stay straight.
2 lessons, best read in order
Lesson 14 min readCrochet Tension Too Tight or Too Loose? How to Fix It
Tension is how firmly you hold and feed the yarn, and it shapes everything: how your fabric feels, whether your project ends up the right size, and how much yarn you use. Here's how to tell what's going wrong and how to fix it.
Lesson 24 min readHoles and Gaps in Your Crochet: What Causes Them and How to Fix Them
Some holes are part of the design, like the spaces in a granny square. Others sneak in by accident. Here's how to tell which is which, and how to find and fix the accidental ones.
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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.