25+ CROCHET HACKS FOR BEGINNERS [PART 2!]

Learn even more crochet hacks, tips, and tricks to take your skills to the next level. I'm so excited to share amazing tips submitted by my subscribers on KZbin and members of my TLYC Makers Facebook Group.
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1 - Welcome 0:00
2 - Crochet multitasking 0:36
3 - Choosing project colors 1:23
4 - Yarn substitutions 2:40
5 - Checking dye lots 3:06
6 - Explore learning resources 3:28
7 - Don't give up 3:46
8 - Frogging is ok 4:06
9 - Choosing beginner yarn 4:29
10 - Boye vs Bates 4:55
11 - Save those scraps 5:28
12 - Wind your balls 5:48
13 - Storing wound yarn 6:09
14 - Starting chain trick 6:26
15 - Working over ends 7:00
16 - Imitation crab stitch 7:20
17 - Avoid the granny square vortex 7:59
18 - Tighter granny squares 8:29
19 - Smaller hook for amigurumi 9:02
20 - Invisible single crochet decrease 9:36
21 - Stretch it out 10:07
22 - Tag your WIPs 10:35
23 - Extreme WIP storage 11:04
24 - Keep WIPs ready 11:23
25 - Crochet travel hack 11:46
26 - Make friends 12:01
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[@lindahinds8388]

I have a crochet tip. Before I start crocheting for the day I weave in any loose ends that were left from the day before. That way you are not left with weaving in ends after the project is finished. This is really good when you have a lot of color changes in a project.

[@judywalker2849]

I'm self-taught, been crocheting for over 40 yrs in my 50's now and didn't have KZbin back in the day. With KZbin I have learned new patterns and having so much more fun learning new things.

[@savannamm]

I feel like a lot of beginners want to quit because they don't quite realize that a lot of crochet (in the beginning) is building up muscle memory so they feel like they can't do it because it doesn't feel "right". That was my big hurdle when I first started

[@Nari_Trovi]

I couldn't even turn my project and then would give up for another 6 months to a year, now I can name the entire type of yarn I'm looking for when searching in the craft store!

[@lunameza5391]

it hurts in the beginning or when you're rusty!

[@luvsharlie]

Luckily, I was a quick leaner. It felt amazing making my first swatch. I had so much fun learning. I started using bulky blanket yarns very quickly.

[@beccabbea2511]

When I show someone I usually tell them it’s a case of getting your hands to do what your brain wants them to do. Go slowly, get YOUR style right, then build on that.

[@shiffaiqbal4357]

@@beccabbea2511 PP

[@zoeschisler1153]

I have a hack haha: Save ur yarn snippings and little strands that u would normally throw away. I have several bags full and i stuff my little plushies with it. 😊 Hello to all my fellow teen crocheters!!! ❤️

[@banananana7412]

heck yea!! i should do that, my first plushie was saved by some old sewing projects and a bunch of random yarn clippings i had?? i have no idea why but they worked

[@tessierunge7821]

Yes, I do that too! I also buy the $1 bags of cotton balls, shred them gently with my fingers, add my yarn snippings to it, and then mix it up!

[@makeupfunwitholivia1833]

Am I the only one who looks forward to hearing what her hello/intro will say? “Keep smiling, it looks good on you.” We 💕 you Toni!!

[@amaris-uhmariss-barela9118]

I love that and when she reminds me to water my plants haha

[@makeupfunwitholivia1833]

@@amaris-uhmariss-barela9118 😂 My fave is when she asks “how are the kids?”. 💕 It makes me feel like we are chatting in the living room having some coffee. 🥰

[@amaris-uhmariss-barela9118]

@@makeupfunwitholivia1833 oh for sure. Like a crochet buddy

[@mary-annegiancola2100]

Absolutely - Toni, you are genuinely uplifting! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@makeupfunwitholivia1833]

@@amaris-uhmariss-barela9118 yes! 💕

[@pamellashekailo4330]

Oh my goodness...I'm an experienced crochet artist and some of these tips are mind blowing...the ziplock bag trick, and the imitation crab stitch, the invisible decrease...oh and the color palette and wip storage tips...thank you.

[@JenNippsOnline]

The imitation crab stitch was a game changer for me. I tell everyone about it. lol

[@pam1256]

The invisible decrease was my favourite thing to learn ever for my crochet amigurumi projects! Also hey, we have the same name!

[@amaris-uhmariss-barela9118]

Omg that's me! I'm Amaris Barela! I had to pause the video and post on all my social medias and call my bf crying cuz you said my name! I'm so excited omg omg

[@danielleyoung4194]

Omg same!! I'm catching up on some videos and I couldn't believe it when I heard my name!😆

[@oopsallbugs]

I never thought to weigh my test swatch, that's brilliant

[@d.j3390]

Hi all...my tip when using 2 strands together I thread them through a bead,it makes it so much easier.

[@Nari_Trovi]

oh, will try!

[@Nari_Trovi]

I don't have beads tho so will probably use a button

[@luvsharlie]

@@Nari_Trovi You can find them cheap at beauty supply stores.

[@wildflower-spirit-creations]

Awesome tip

[@luvmytrees]

Great tip, I’ll try that. Thanks 😊

[@braedenmayer4380]

You are such a ray of sunshine. I look forward to your videos. And you have such a lovely voice. Thank you for being you!

[@allevoo]

“Never give up” I’ve probably crocheted millions of stitches over 30 years, but I didn’t realize how much I still didn’t fundamentally understand until I watched your videos. The way you explain everything just makes sense to me, and I’m crocheting with more confidence and speed than ever. These videos have enriched my life by taking my hobby to the next level (shout out to Tunisian). Too bad it took me 30 years to find you lol

[@linedanzer4302]

The ziplock with the hole is a great idea!

[@YvonneWilson312]

It really is!

[@frannie1815]

Yes!

[@mary-annegiancola2100]

I agree! Such a smart and easy tip!!!

[@rutharchana]

But you don't need to make a hole...can close up most of the Ziploc except enough for the yarn to come out of.

[@indrabar]

I clicked purely for that crab stitch thumbnail. Wondered "what the heck is going on with that?" Was not disappointed at all! Thanks for the tips!

[@donnapiko-jones6207]

Great tips! When gifting a crocheted item I like to include a small ball (that I’ve balled from the original cake/ball) with the item in case at some time a repair is needed.

[@debbiekousmat6101]

I also like to include washing and drying instructions.

[@GreenVenus]

That bright yellow headscarf is giving me liiiife!

[@missgreen2061]

When I need a break, I do needlepoint, or embroidery, small kits that I pick up at Thrift Stores. Since I'm on a very tight budget I buy most all of my yarn at Thrift Stores. I love to work with Scrap yarns and make new baskets or Scrap yarn blankets. I also find a lot of blankets at the Thrift stores which I take apart and reuse the yarn. Many are of quality yarn which I purchased for less than $5.00. Now that's in my budget 😉

[@chopsticksgirl]

The Ziplock yarn bowl alternative is genius for my house with pets!! I use yarn bowls or baskets but the balls inevitably end up on the floor or bed if I pull too hard. One drop on the bed and the yarn is COVERED in hair. Thanks for this video.

[@impunitythebagpuss]

Yep...40% acrylic /60% cat fur! And 3 of mine are white! Lol

[@squidsvids8788]

I've been doing a deep Marie-Kondo clean of my apartment trying to declutter so I can actually get to and use my yarn without it being a huge struggle - I'm still a very new crocheter but I own SO MUCH YARN. Anyway, I already watch your videos when you release them, but I ended up re-"watching" a bunch as background noise all weekend. Your voice and cadence is just so chill and conversational and motivational and really helped push me to keep tidying and getting rid of stuff because I want to get to the end so I can crochet. So, I just wanted to drop a line to say thanks for all you do. You're the only crafts youtuber I'm subscribed to because it doesn't feel like a sales pitch or a baby's how-to or a gimmicky thing for clicks. It just sounds like a friend excitedly info-dumping about their passion because they want me to enjoy it too, and I definitely do. Thank you! ♥

[@DesiGalCrochet]

I second that emotion!! Her voice has been the background to many a 'crochet corner' cleanup! And her teaching style is top notch. I have learned so much in such a short amount of time since I discovered this channel. And she's given me so many ideas! I'm a lifelong subscriber for sure!

[@gracesofGod]

I understand. I've given away loads of yarn just to create space and refresh my room and mind. Then I slowly purchase new yarn.

[@carolinekehlet6121]

Another tip for traveling: bring a pencil sharpener! sounds strange but it works great for cutting yarn, and won't get taken by security.

[@veranya2074]

Everytime you have a bad day, this channel is to go to. This woman gives me a good vive, Feels like visiting you Fave grandma, with comforting food and warm blanket

[@allaroundgrandma6312]

i LEARNED SOMETHING TODAY FROM YOUR HACKS AND I'VE BEEN CROCHETING FOR ABOUT FIFTY YEARS. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

[@sallysmith8081]

I don't know if this can be counted as a hack, but for beginners, I say this: Starting a new crochet project is exciting, but TAKE YOUR TIME getting the first few rows right. Pay attention, and make sure the count is right. Know that you might have to pull it apart and start over sometimes. After the first couple rows, you can start breezing along on the pattern. Of course, I speak from experience. I love starting new crochet patterns and sometimes have to stop myself from rushing it.

[@erikaantonsson9327]

"Keep smiling, it looks good on you" oh?? oh my god??? I needed this so bad today

[@Newtonheimer]

Karen Slaughter is the best!!! I also listen to audiobooks as a crochet, too. Your right, it does make the time fly!!! ❤️

[@cssimpson6094]

I am just beginning to use KZbin videos and there are lots of great ones. But yours are my favorites. Clear and concise and great camera work would be enough but you also manage to make it fun. I am so impressed that I have just preordered your new book.

[@mott4131]

I love the bag to hold your yarn instead of a bowl and using a marker when taking a break for a while! Such simple but great advice!

[@daphnebabcock1151]

I was doing this, thought i was so smart 😆

[@MrsSpock-vj2nm]

Lady, you are so sweet, I just feel compelled to say something nice to you ;)).

[@mariangeerling2950]

I suggest using the fibre fill of a cheap pillow instead of buying expensive, enormous bags of it. A pillow is easier to store and cheaper than those bags! I also use a chainless foundation row as much as possible. Less work and no need to frog extra chains.

[@kennidyburns9631]

You’re so right making with friends it’s so much better. I moved about a year ago from Alaska to Wisconsin and I’m really missing my yarny friend

[@emandem9]

Hi I am in Wisconsin!!!

[@reneegencur2469]

Bloom where you are planted! Find a new nearby yarny friend or group and still keep in touch with your Alaska yarn buddy. I know what you mean about missing your buds after a move. It can be tough to go looking for new ones, but it is SO worth it! Good luck!

[@beadyarngal83]

Hello Welcome to Wisconsin! I'm from Wisconsin as well!!

[@poodlegirl55]

I moved further south in Illinois, then we remodeled the house, then I had surgeries, then covid. Meanwhile my craft room is lonely and I sure hope to meet local people soon.

[@skyllalafey]

That kitchen scale tip blew my mind and made my day!

[@dlh975]

LOL OMG I always just called it ripping out and wondered where "frogging" came from.

[@julieslivensky7939]

I want to hug you and adopt you. These tips are FANTASTIC. And you're such a sweetheart. I'd love to hang out and crochet with you.

[@janerainbow5158]

Frogging as you speak. 😢 Your voice is calming!! Thank you for the tips ❤

[@tiny_eng]

Oh my goodness, just the joy in your welcome and the warmth. I'm happy I found your channel and work!

[@kiral1016]

I went through so many useless videos until I found this one and Oml this has helped so much for someone who started a week ago!!! Thank you!!!!!

[@rosemary20001]

Thanks for these tips, especially the tips about colors. I use the cutter in a box of dental floss. I have several tiny little boxes of dental floss which I got from the dentist (teeth cleanings) and i drop one into my project bag. The "flap" closes so it doesn't get tangled in the yarn. The large, standard boxes of dental floss have a cutter which you can pry out, and it has a additional hole that you can thread onto a key ring. I keep many bits and bobs on a keyring in my notions bag. Also works fabulously for embroidery projects. TSA won't confiscate, and besides, it just works!

[@twebasenoi]

As a beginner, I'd agree with the not giving up.💯

[@imthemuddgoddess3152]

Some of these tips I've been doing for years..... Some of them have are some voodoo black magic GENIUS level stuff!!! I've figured out a super simple way to make sure you never forget what size hook you were using if the project & hook get separated. Place a stitch marker in last worked stitch BUT (only works with the ones that look like padlocks).... Use a fine tip sharpie to write the hook size on the flat part of plastic stitch marker.....ALSO you can put a thin coat of whiteout on it before writing the size of the hook on it. The whiteout will wash off or you could scrape it off!!!!!

[@kaitlin3343]

Love these tips! I use that invisible decrease all the time, and it's great! Love the reverse crab sitch 👌 one thing I do, instead of the cuticle nipper for on the go, I like a toe nail clipper with a good file on one arm - that way you can cut the yarn, and also deal with any jagged nails that are getting caught on the yarn on the go, too 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@xlena60]

Thank you Toni for using my tip for Hack #5. I just couldn't believe it when I saw this video!🥲

[@anacatarinaalves1791]

😱 I loved the key tag idea! Not only helps you to know which needle to use again but also avoids your work to become undone. Thanks a lot. ❤️

[@ShellyC0203]

I am a good example of finding different sources for beginning crochet. I am left handed and my mom tried to teach me but she is right handed. I could never get the hang of it growing up because i was trying to learn muscle memory while also trying to inverse her hands in my head. Left handed crocheters on youtube were a godsend and i learn everything i know now from youtubers. Once i got the muscle memory down i can watch right and left handed videos to learn new stiches and patterns

[@hollowillow]

Another tip: before splurging a lot of money on new hooks when you still don't really know what you're doing, check some second hand stores in your area first! I bought my first hooks this way, I found about a dozen hooks of varying sizes for a fraction of what I would've spent originally. They were a healthy combination of Boye and Susan Bates, and I still use them all the time, even more than the fancier hooks I've bought since then 🤣

[@_Tokyo2314]

7 is so, so important. I am a beginner at crocheting but an experienced 2D artist (drawing, painting, etc), and this is the one thing I tell all of my friends trying to get into art who try to give up or expect to be good instantly. I've been drawing all my life and improving for just as long. You're never good when you're just starting out, you have to build up to a skill level that you want to see.

[@momofpeg]

Great tips! I can stand behind all of them except coffee doesn't count as hydration 😄

[@poodlegirl55]

Good choice! I'm a hospital dietitian and actually any liquid counts toward hydration, even many fruits and vegetables that have a high water content such as watermelon, oranges and lettuce hydrate us.

[@oakavon]

I love all these tips especially FROGing 🐸 and also the casting on tip with two skeins.

[@lorapills5275]

I love the granny squares hacks. I have done that turn as you go and love the result. The vortex was one of the reasons I didn’t like making them. I also love the no chain one space. I am sorry to disagree with you on one thing though. Coffee does to count 🤣 jk thanks for the tips and have a beautiful day crocheting 🧶💙

[@mnatal49]

Your are an extraordinary soul! I so enjoyed how you delivered 25 hacks, tips with excellent presentation, gifted voice, perfect use of verbiage. Keep up the great work . You motivate as you teach. Skills not of this world. Blessings

[@deboraalexis4016]

Oh my goodness my cup run it over with happiness.. I love all the tips from this as well. So of which I do all ready.. I going to start playing with granny squares. Thank always blessings to you ❤

[@haileyhurley9173]

Marathon crocheter here on my 3rd cup of coffee and 2nd hour in no breaks. Thanks for the reminder to get up and grab a glass of WATER lol

[@genevapearce8775]

UGH you have no idea how psyched i am to hear about chirp too!! i want to read more but I have a terrible attention span for actually reading, but I never want to support more amazon subsidiaries if I dont have to!!! amazing amazing great content AND great sponsors, hope they keep the money flowin your way!!

[@iloveprivacy8167]

Freeze before frogging! That is, freeze before ripping out, especially with fluffy yarns - it gives them a temporary boost of structure.

[@preciousbeautyj6924]

Wow, nice to know. Thanks

[@peggyharwell3674]

Great tip.

[@janerainbow5158]

Thank you for this😊

[@partyfiesta1557]

Love your style, personality, and the fact you are community oriented! Sure would love to cross your path one day! Hugs from France

[@carpediem.9]

Great tips :) especially the audiobooks and stretching every 30 min :))

[@jbingbong]

i know this video is 2 years old but omg i needed to hear the wip tips!!! i have the worst habit of assuming i'll remember where i stopped, come back to it, and either have to guess or start over. thanks!

[@kylacecilialoves]

Your personality is just sunshine ☀️

[@shesaknitter]

Sometimes security can be tiresome and take nail clippers, too. I've found that one of those sample/travel-sized dental floss containers is perfect. Security never gets upset about those and the little cutter works great on yarn. The tips in this video are great. I've been knitting and crocheting since I was 9 and I am now a grandma who mostly knits, but who still crochets, too. There is always something new to learn. I just now discovered your channel. I've subscribed and liked and will look forward to watching your other videos. Thanks very much!

[@ValentinesForever1]

A hack that I learned the other day from an Amigurumi Facebook group is to use stitch markers to hold pieces like heads and limbs in place when you sew them. I always used sewing pins, but they wouldn't hold in place while I was sewing. The stitch markers trick is great. Thank you for the tips! I learned so much from this video, especially the WIP and palette ones.

[@supermariomaker2glitchhunt329]

I’m an avid audio book fan (current library = 276 books). But I tend to get lost in what ever I’m listening too, then loose my crochet brain 😩. Love your tips, Thankyou x

[@angelakortright-calo8369]

Wait! Coffee doesn't count as hydrating?? Nooo! LOL! Great tips Love these!

[@sherrymuzykazekestravels6793]

Girl, I love, love, love you! These are some incredible and very unique hacks that are so useful. I am so thankful to the good Lord that I stumbled across your video. I would love to meet up with you and some other crafters from your channel but in the meanwhile I have friends that I crochet with and continue to meet other crocheters along the way. You are such an inspiration and breath of fresh air to me. Thank you!!!!!

[@marketwagner3855]

Wolle abwiegen. Tolle Idee von dir. Vor allen, wenn man größere Objekte strickt oder häkelt. 🥰🥰🥰

[@KYRAKEMASMOM]

These comments are helping me, because i only been at it a few days but learning how to hold the yarn and keep thr tension is the hardest thing. So right now i just keep practicing chains, taking them out and redoing

[@PlantyLadySue]

That’s the best way to learn and build up muscle memory. Keep at it!

[@AisforAlibi1]

I've been in and out of crochet for over 50 years. I love it but have always been discouraged with my finished products because I don't understand how colors work together. A tutorial on that topic would be well received by many, I believe. Love those earrings...gonna have to try and make some for myself!

[@jpeffley152]

In less than 15 minutes you simplified several pains in my crocheting neck for almost 50 years! Thank you for the fresh perspective!

[@cindygrisham4754]

You are so well-spoken! Your instructions are clear and easy to follow, and you don’t waste my time with unnecessary chatting.

[@meewe2197]

I've been doing the "finisher" color change, as I call it, for the past year and it has been such a game changer! So glad to see it here on your list. ^_^ *tucks a note about index cards and tags into her bag* Oh! Speaking of bags -- the plastic bag in lieu of a yarn bowl sounds like a wonderful solution for on-the-road project bag tangle-woes (or am I alone there? T_T) Also, something I've found useful: When working on a bug project that I know I'm likely to need more yarn on (and wasn't able to bulk buy): I keep an index card, containing the weight category, fiber content, grams, meters, and yards of every color, and then tie a small length from each color together in a little bundle and tape it to the card. I can take it to the stores with me and check color/texture/thickness compatibility without second guessing what I have at home. (Just one card for the project)

[@theMermaidRhonda]

I've been crocheting for decades and still learn new things! The imitation crab stitch! WHAAAAT?! Brilliant!

[@mommatina8295]

I'm a knitter and many of your ideas work for knitting too. I do agree whole heartily with join a group. Groups can help you to learn your craft or just let you get all your talking out. Thank you.

[@AmiableGrace]

I've been crocheting since 2015, but I still find these so helpful!

[@themtnbiker]

I like the key tag and stitch marker idea for keeping track of hook size. 🙂

[@thepixeljelly4931]

I just recently discovered you. I am still very new to crocheting and by far you're the best that I've come across!

[@user-ic9qm8mb4t]

I love your great tips. I'm 74 and have always crocheted since I was a child and yet I'm still learning....from you, thank you. Love watching your channel.

[@debbiebehnke2864]

This is the first time I saw you. This was amazing. Thank you ❤️

[@Littlejo-fy8cq]

New ‘scriber here-2 or three months. I absolutely LOVE your content and your attitude. Thank you for sharing your skills and making me feel good just listening to your voice. So positive! Yay!

[@ayeshafigueroa3044]

My favorite was #26 , make friends!! Love you Toni!! ❤

[@Gemgemz26]

Loved these tips, I'm super brand new, all I dine so far is make a chain...lol. I do work full time in NHS, so have been a tad busy, but want to learn a new skill to help me unwind.

[@ViciousDeathFox]

My favorite newfound hack is using lazy readers or prism glasses. They allow you to look down at your project without craning your head down to see what you doing, putting less stress on your neck. Mine are even designed to go over top my regular glasses.

[@mindeeolliff1301]

When organizing my yarn on the shelf, I like to use a small, snap-back hair barrette to anchor the end of the cake or skein of yarn down so that it doesn't unravel or dangle all over the other skeins on the shelf. This creates such a clean look on my yarn shelves, and I love it!

[@danniemckeown9]

COFFEE DOESN'T COUNT??? ;) I just discovered your channel, and I'm so excited! I'm a knitter who is rediscovering my love of crochet. (I've become a bit obsessed). Thanks for the tips and tricks... so helpful. Plus, your personality and charm make tutorial watching fun.

[@woollyprimate]

These were great tips! My favorite was the one about the granny square.

[@riley._.5332]

I like to reuse gift bags for project bags, it lets me keep live projects seperate and I always have the right size bag for the project!

[@bijeerani]

My fav thing is ... 'coffee does not count!'... Ps. I loved all ur tips. Only started Crocheting a few yrs back. Great stress reliever and I get cute stuff.. ❤️❤️❤️

[@iesika7387]

I keep individual crochet projects that are in progress in gift bags. They stand up on the shelf all in a row looking tidy and are easy to grab and take with you. The bag also serves as a sort of yarn bowl while you're working on the go and can even be used that way while hooked over your wrist instead of set on a table or ground (great for public transport).

[@tiannagraham5210]

Step 9 is so important, I tried to learn to crochet with some cheapo Amazon yarn and I got so frustrated I almost cried but tried a kit with really great yarn and it made such a difference. I recently used that first yarn again for a tiny project and it was the grossest plasticy yarn ever,, no wonder I was so frustrated! Yarn makes more of a difference than people would think

[@Louise-lg3wt]

I’m a beginner and new to your channel. Thank you for your great tips and sparkly energy.

[@patriciamorgan8805]

I have discovered your channel. I am not a social media kind of person, but finding your tips and tricks made my day. Ty

[@littlemingknits1038]

I adore how you have a compliment ready for me. Thanks for the video!!

[@makeupfunwitholivia1833]

My mind is blown at Tip #13!!!! 🤯🤯🤯

[@kathleen4367]

Had some troubles with a “squeaky” crochet hook recently, &learned that rubbing the hook on a (dry) bar of soap does the trick!😉

[@debbiekousmat6101]

Also running the hook through your hair will do the same thing, or rubbing the hook with wax paper. The squeaky hook problem is caused by static Electricity.

[@msj0856]

Oh I SOO LOVE ❤️ your I introductions !

[@deborahbrady7885]

I'm a newish crocheter and I'm actually looking forward to a long bus ride to Salburg (I live in Tuscany) because I will have uninterrupted crochet time. I've already set-up my yarn in a ziplock bag with a hole so I don't have to worry about soiling my yarn if it rolls of my lap. I will also start weighing my swatches and I just went out and bought key chain labels. I'm going to give a bead to the friend who got me started because she often combines multiple yarns. Now I'm going to rewatch the video in case I forgot a gem. Thanks!

[@madcitywendy]

OMG - I hope I will understand all these tips some day. I have dyslexia and sequential process is so challenging for me. I am determined to crochet. Saving this video!

[@beckyev1965]

What a great video - now I'm off to look at part 1. And you have the most beautiful smile. Thanks for all you share with us.

[@rachelraye285]

I highly recommend Karin Slaughter! Her books are AWESOME!!

[@Andrea-bw8xm]

Totally agree...have read them all! Love Will Trent!

[@SharonLippincott]

I'd never heard of amigurumi. I'm digging in my stash right now to give it a try! And I'm sending links to your tips vids to crochet friends all over the country. THANK YOU!

[@luckysuzful]

I love the tip to tag your WIP with the hook size! So smart!!!

[@sandybyrd7411]

Thank you for these tips! I have shared with my crochet friends.

[@luvsharlie]

You know, I've always found a lot of crochet hacks that I already though of or useless to myself. Lately I've been doing big projects one after another. I'd eventually get bored & start another big project while already in the middle of one. I hate to have to big unfinished projects. So making a granny square instead could actually be useful & I'll definitely give it a try. Recently I made a smaller project, though I didn't finish it so I know it will work for me, it just wasn't a granny & I believe I'll be more prone to finish a granny. They are quite fun to make although I haven't made many at all. I plan to make a scrap granny blanket making grannies from scrap yarn, so this could help me build up those grannies in the meantime & finally get started on that blanket! No rush to make it, it'll just help.

[@char8059]

Great tips!!..... There were quite a few that were new to me. Calculating how much yarn you need by swatching and weighing it...then doing a little math. Fabulous! Also turning your granny squares every round... I'd heard it before but had forgotten about it. The tip about where to find help on choosing colors was fantastic. Also the site given that helps when substituting one yarn for another is great! I'm going back and watching this again & will notate the hacks I need and want to try. Thank you so much for this video.... I absolutely love these tips & tricks! Hope I haven't "gushed" too much! Love it! 😉🙂♥️♥️🧶🧶 From Phoenix, AZ 🏜️🌄🌵