HOW TO CROCHET FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS | UK HALF TREBLE/US HALF DOUBLE | EPISODE 4 Bella Coco Crochet

[@zamanthadelacruz2630]

Hi! I'd like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for these beginner tutorials. You see, my grandmother is really good when it comes to crochet and I really want to learn but because of her old age she can't teach me and she gets tired easily. So I am really thankful to you for sharing your knowledge. I wish you all the best! ❤

[@bellacococrochet]

You are very welcome :)

[@elenaechevarria]

I never comment on anything, but your tutorials are worth it! You are AMAZING at explaining and personally, I think you have the best tutorials on KZbin. I was about to throw in the towel but then I found you, and now, I am done with my first scarf! Thank you so much for being so thorough with your work. It has been super helpful and much appreciated.

[@bellacococrochet]

I'm so glad that they have been of help to you and thank you so much that really does mean a lot to me :)

[@alexis11factor]

Just wanna say, youre amazing. Thank you for the tutorial vids. I learned it in 1 night! As a complete absolute beginner! I randonly wanted to have a diff hobby, and randomly chose crochet, so yeah went to walmart last night after watching these episodes and caught on quick cus youre a good teacher!

[@bellacococrochet]

You are very welcome, I'm glad that they have helped you :)

[@patriciahey4073]

L Oh O

[@ArrianaMeraz-s2g]

so true tho first i thought crochet was hard but its easier than i thought well for me

[@kathybray7156]

O agree you are a great teacher❤😂

[@briansgirl81598]

I have watched about a half dozen videos on half double crochet and yours is the first that really helped me understand where to put my last stitch per row. Thank you!

[@bellacococrochet]

You're very welcome :)

[@davidrazack9616]

I agree . She's also the only person that helped me to understand crochet

[@beckiekim7043]

I watched all three parts of these videos and I learn them easily because you kept repeating your steps over and over again so I learned very quickly

[@bellacococrochet]

I'm glad that they have been of help to you :)

[@iBeFloe]

0:39 Slipknot + Chain 2:13 Half treble / Half double crochet 5:00 Turning chain (2) + Row 2 6:44 Mistakes 8:12 Looping end of stitch 9:08 Row 3 9:38 Tying off

[@nothing.lasts.forever]

Thank you 😊

[@iBeFloe]

@@nothing.lasts.forever :))

[@BurningLuckYT]

6:54 Mistakes for me

[@brittanytucker-f9k]

What is this

[@siantaylor6932]

Your tutorials are fantastic. Literally the only ones I've found that I've been able to follow and actually be successful

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you :)

[@kathtrenfogle7216]

You really helped me I scraped my knee really bad and now I have something to do. I am 8-years-old. Please make more shows

[@Itsjasminewithans]

These series has been such a big help for a beginner like me. I can't wait to get started

[@bellacococrochet]

I'm so glad that they have been of help to you :)

[@sumittacheong2359]

Thank you for teaching me how to crochet. You're a good teacher.

[@bellacococrochet]

You are welcome :)

[@pritipinky4070]

Your tutorials are the best,and your voice is so soothing to listen to,thank you.

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you, I'm glad you like them :)

[@everestleslytherin7504]

I'm finding your videos really helpful to learn how to crochet! I got interested in starting a few weeks ago and I really know almost nothing about crochet. I don't have my stuff yet but I'm learning the basics before I get my stuff. These videos are really helpful!

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you and good luck :)

[@taylorcarter2857]

I am so glad I found your channel ❤. You explain everything so well

[@bellacococrochet]

I'm glad you have found it helpful :)

[@mariasheffield-jones5261]

Sarah Jayne-you are so amazing- I’ve learned to crochet through your videos. Your technique to teach is fantastic. I’m registered blind and have cerebral palsy down my left side, although I have issues with holding my yarn, I’m doing amazingly thanks to you. Your videos were recommended to me by a friend. PS I can only crochet in rows, can not see to grasp the granny squares magic circle method

[@GoodwinljMiley]

I just wanted to let you know that you are an awesome trainer! I love how you clearly explain and demonstrate how to do the different stitches. Awesome!

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you so much :)

[@jakeconcienne6274]

I could listen to you teach crochet all day

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you :)

[@Jeizen_Nicole]

TYSSMMMMMMM❤❤❤ I SO EXCITED TO TRY A NEW HOBBY❤❤❤ I cant wait for my mom to buy me a crochet kit!!!❤ You make it look so easy!!🎉 Tyy! I found ur tutorial easier than others❤ and instead of speeding up ur work u explain it again and again❤🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊 Ty again😊🎉

[@bellacococrochet]

You are very welcome, and remember that crochet is practice and patience so the more you do the easier it will become :)

[@Eren-Yeager754]

You are an amazing teacher thank you I never would have thought I would learn this so easily

[@bellacococrochet]

You are very welcome :)

[@danielachavez3317]

Your videos are wonderful! This is my first time trying to crochet and your videos are very simple and great for beginners!

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you! So happy to hear you find my tutorials helpful 🙂

[@carolemitchell7033]

So helpful! I am an absolute beginner and am finding your videos clear and easy to follow. Thank you 😊.

[@bellacococrochet]

You are very welcome :)

[@nightshadekelly]

Haha I accidentally taught myself to do this one trying to learn a different stitch

[@robinwhosconfused7909]

I love your profile pic

[@nightshadekelly]

@@robinwhosconfused7909 thank you!

[@Milo_Cereal]

Is it the US double crochet?

[@Liz-yt7hq]

Samee

[@The-sisters112]

😂

[@toulivant8149]

i always come back to your videos whenever I forget how to do a type of stitch, thank you :)

[@bellacococrochet]

You're welcome :)

[@quotesnotes7880]

thank you so much,i am trying this,now...it's easy...May GOD ALMIGHTY bless you..amen..you explained it very nicely...thanks alot.Bella..

[@bellacococrochet]

You are very welcome :)

[@ericamambi]

Hi Bella!! Omg thank you so much! This is not first time crocheting but I just learned it without knowing the different terms but you totally made me understand it so well. It is a very detailed video thank you so much! I give you a gold star!!!🎉

[@bellacococrochet]

You are very welcome :)

[@gloriabrereton439]

All my life I wanted to learn crochet, several people have tried to show me, but without success. Thankyou I’m finally learning from your videos.

[@bellacococrochet]

You’re very welcome 😊

[@anne321]

Thank you for another amazing & easy to follow tutorial. I needed to know how to make this stitch as I am about to begin making the Florence Blanket from your new book🤞.

[@bellacococrochet]

You are so welcome :)

[@steffyangot1843]

I just started learning crochet and your videos are very good for beginners like me.

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you :)

[@xoxo_alex12]

Your videos are amazing you make me understand everything about crochet thank you so much ❤

[@bellacococrochet]

You are so very welcome :)

[@BooopX]

Thank you so much for these videos. I have seen this stitch in the past, but never knew how to do it.

[@thomaseparks5828]

Great instructions, I don't have to go to school to learn...AWESOME

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you :)

[@thomaseparks5828]

@@bellacococrochet I do want to learn. I watch other views and yours was very basic and slow to understand the instructions. Thank you..I have subscribed to see more of your videos. Again AWESOME

[@anhlamhanu]

Thank you so much for this tutorial series. I find it really easy to understand and follow. And your voice is so lovely too.

[@bellacococrochet]

You are very welcome :)

[@2cute2u2]

Wow! Thank you so much for sharing your talent 😊 this is the 3rd pattern i learn from you and I’m loving it 👏🏽

[@bellacococrochet]

You are very welcome :)

[@jessicarhind2081]

Another winter snowstorm Thursday night so Friday I got to tackle this stitch. So far it is my favourite (though I really have to rotate the crochet head to get the hook through the loops and not snag them and split my stitches).

[@bellacococrochet]

It sounds like your tension could be a little tight :)

[@saphroniasmith5018]

I really appreciate these tutorials because I only knew how to chain stitch and I wasn’t even doing that right. LoL

[@bellacococrochet]

I'm glad it's been helpful, remember that crochet is practice and patience so keep trying and it will get easier :)

[@s15enh]

Thank you so much for these videos 👏🙌 I've always wanted to learn to crochet and these are perfect and so easy to understand. New subscriber here 🌟✨

[@bellacococrochet]

You're very welcome, and welcome aboard 🙂

[@JAURABILAI]

So nice of you,I just love the way you instructed.

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you :)

[@friedanaholo1022]

Thank you so much for these series of crochet tutorials, they are so useful. Your instructions and so clear and considerate. It is my very first time and I learned everything perfectly in just one day, I am so grateful, may God bless your hands. I can even start my business. I am so happy I learned a lot from you. Thank you and your voice is so Kind😩😌😍🙏

[@bellacococrochet]

You are very welcome, and I wish you the best of luck with your business :)

[@alicethiam8713]

I also teach crocheting n knitting n ur tutorials r excellent n TEACHING..the different color of the hook n another color for the YARN is excellent to see all the stitches clearly..ur the Cats Meow😍

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you so much :)

[@kathybray7156]

Thanks for your lesson ❤

[@bellacococrochet]

You're welcome :)

[@Trina4291]

Thank you so much, I have been able to learn from you easier than the others.

[@bellacococrochet]

You are very welcome :)

[@ravenamo9271]

When I was younger like when I was 6 or 7 I learned how to do a single but now I know how to do different kinds thank you so much ☺️

[@bellacococrochet]

You're very welcome :)

[@annaanilthomas2798]

Thanks this is really helpful

[@bellacococrochet]

You're welcome :)

[@AbdulAleem-tw1dp]

Thank u ,i m the beginner. U R doing great.

[@bellacococrochet]

You are very welcome and remember that crochet is practice and patience :)

[@lorischreiner1591]

Hi Sarah Jayne, thank you for this video. You have a calming voice. Lori Schreiner

[@janetolukoya3063]

Thanks for this videos,I am a kid and I am using my mum phone ❤❤❤

[@davidrazack9616]

How did you learn to crochet, by videos as well? You do it with such skill that it's much more fun!!

[@nicoleolivo8204]

First of all, your videos are AMAZING! I had given up thinking I would never understand, and I found your videos!!! THEY ARE THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!! Now I have a problem and can not seem to understand where I'm going wrong.... I do it with you step by step, but always end up with just 9 stitches and I'm so confused about it... Im not skipping any on the chain.. I started with a chain of 12, like you said.. and then counted 3 to start the stitch .. and somehow I Still end up with 9 stitches not 10... I've started over like 5-6 times and I still don't know where I'm going wrong.. HELP!!

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you so much, I’m glad you like them 😊 If you’re starting with twelve chains and working into the third chain from the hook, you should definitely end up with ten stitches. Is it possible that you’re skipping an extra chain by mistake and working into the fourth chain for example?

[@pennym6576]

Thank you!!! Also, cute nail colour!💙

[@LuNuaFvy]

Thanks for Sharing *--*

[@bellacococrochet]

You're welcome :)

[@nicoledaniels-u6v]

Thank you so much

[@bellacococrochet]

You're welcome :)

[@helenawebster8812]

the main problems i'm having are my work is too loose because if i tighten it it's too tight to pull through. and i can't seem to be able to count! every row is a different number lmao!!

[@annhicks8493]

Q I I

[@Ne0n_Tw-ns]

Ok. So, this is a crochet tutorial. I was watching, like all of us, and- *A GODD@MN CROCHET AD COME UP. I NEVER GET THESE ADS.*

[@Missiuniqk]

Wow that's awesome thanks a lot.

[@bellacococrochet]

You're welcome :)

[@neene7]

I literally only learned to do a yarnava chain, that's it. lol one day I will learn how to do a double stitch or whatever it's called

[@bellacococrochet]

You have to remember that crochet is practice and patience so keep trying and it will get easier :)

[@desireewheeler9698]

This stitch is the easiest for me

[@olubukolairowa6184]

Wow 😲

[@clisbeek]

Thank you again 💋

[@hollymartin5714]

Hey, firstly can I say your videos are so so very helpful and I have learnt so much from you in just a few days already! I’d really appreciate if someone could help me with this question though. After the foundation chain, I understand the point of starting from the third chain as you’ve essentially created your turning chain ready and you give yourself your ten stitches in row one. But, what is the rationale behind skipping the first stitch (the base of the chain, as it’s described here) when you come to the subsequent rows? It leaves a gapped effect which you can see at the end (even here in the video) at alternating ends of the rows. By sheer accident and not following instruction properly I have been practicing this stitch NOT skipping the first stitch of every row, have ended up with 10 consistent stitches in every row and no gaps. Am I doing jt wrong or is it okay to do it like this?! Thanks so much in advance ❤

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you so much, I’m happy you find them helpful 😊 What you describe really comes down to personal preference, and you’ll find that it differs from pattern to pattern. It’s absolutely fine to not skip the first stitch of every row, just remember that your turning chain won’t count as a stitch in itself this way, and you shouldn’t work into the top of it when you work back along the row.

[@natakiferdinand]

I love your tutorials.. new subscriber here!!

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you and welcome :)

[@katieansell9420]

I’ve watched another video of how to make a scarf using this stitch. I’m struggling so much, I think I make my first chain stitch too tight because when I try to put it through the holes they get stuck 😩 Watching your videos make everything much easier to understand

[@bellacococrochet]

I'm glad it was of help to you. You could try going up a hook size for your foundation chain to make it easier for you to find the chain. Remember that crochet is practice and patience so don't give up, keep trying and it will get easier :)

[@SunnieTheDragon]

you in every video: make sure you count your stitches so every row has the same amount! me, sowing: pfft i think i'll be able to see what the edge looks like, bella me, reaping: [examines the edge of my cloth, which is full of holes and completely uneven] ah.

[@bellacococrochet]

Counting and recognising your stitches is something that gets easier the more you practise 😊 After you have been crocheting for a while you'll begin to recognise each stitch and what they look like, but I always recommend counting as you go and using a row counter or app to help.

[@zainabbatool5299]

Absolutely amazing for beginner like me, so detailed video. Thank you I am practicing daily but i am facing some problems 1. The number of stitches differ in each row, it can be 10 in first and 9 in second. 2. My shapes get rounded instead of squares. 3.I am not getting where to put last stitch of second row. If anyone can help me, i'll be highly highly obliged. 🙏

[@bellacococrochet]

You're welcome 😊 It sounds like you could be missing out a stitch which is why your stitch count is differing, and why the sides aren't keeping straight. Before you begin a row it can help to count the stitches so you can see clearly where you should be putting your hook; you can use stitch markers to mark each stitch.

[@zainabbatool5299]

@@bellacococrochet Thank you..i'll practice again and again. You helped a lot

[@madaniansari239]

😭I accidentally made a whole swatch of half treble crochet when I was trying to learn treble crochet from the previous video with following all the instructions step by step 😂

[@bellacococrochet]

Oh no 🤦‍♀️ :)

[@hazelfujimoto138]

Great video! It was easy to follow along if are a beginner. Thank you. ☺️

[@shumbah6947]

you're videos are so amazing and they've helped me a lot, but is there a reason why my yarn fibres keep separating?

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you so much! 😊 Some yarn is just more likely to split than others (cotton yarn is renowned for this). For a beginner I would recommend using a premium acrylic yarn such as Stylecraft Special DK or Paintbox Simply DK. You can also take a look at the hook you’re using and try one that’s more rounded at the end.

[@nothing.lasts.forever]

I love your tutorial.. New Subscriber here !

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you and welcome :)

[@alexapickney7431]

I got the first row the chain. When it comes to the second row and trying to make it a square. Is were it is really confusing. I am thinking about just leaving it alone all together. I get confused on were to put the needle on the second row.

[@bellacococrochet]

Working into the second and subsequent rows does look different to working into the chain, but you will get the hang of it with practise 😊 If you use fairly thick yarn such as aran weight, with a 5mm hook, the stitches should be easier to see. Looking down at the stitches from the top, you should be able to see a 'V' shape, and you need to insert your hook underneath both sides of the V.

[@lookingoodgurl]

Hi i had a question do i skip to 3 loop in after every stitch?

[@danzidae]

mine just form a circle, like when I do three holes each row, i have less rounds on the top :(

[@nicoledaniels-u6v]

Why did you start three Chain over. As I continue to watch the next I understand why you went over three chains to give heights. Thank you

[@bellacococrochet]

It’s to bring you up to the correct height ready to start the first stitch 😊

[@NEChristo]

I’m so confused about the end of the row stitch. Do we work into the turning chain at the end of every row or is it only when the tail is on our right? I’m trying to make a scarf and this is messing me up so much I’m tempted to quit. I cannot find a video that explains this.

[@bellacococrochet]

You should work into the top of the turning chain at the end of every row or you will end up with one less stitch 😊

[@NEChristo]

Bella Coco thank you. This is only if a pattern says the turning chain counts as a stitch though?

[@godisallineed9163]

I'm so happy 🙆🏻💪🏻☺️ I feel progress .... Just to make sure 🙈 While making the tenth stitch in the second and third..... After finishing the first row we stitch two stitches (the turning....) do I put the stich marker in the second one 🤓 So , When stitching the tenth stich of a row .... I insert the hook in this second turning stitch, which I already inserted my stitch marker? Am I correct 🙆🏻🙄

[@bellacococrochet]

Yes, that’s correct 😊 You should pop your stitch marker through the very last chain stitch as this will be the top of the turning chain.

[@godisallineed9163]

@@bellacococrochet I am happy 🥰🧶🤍

[@oranjjetofu4054]

When I see patterns that say multiple of 2 + 1 is that 80 stitches (for example) plus one turning chain on each side? So my foundation chain would be 82 to account for everything?

[@bellacococrochet]

You only need to make one turning chain, so in your example you would chain 80 (your multiple of 2), plus one extra chain (a total of 81) 😊

[@reyy9220]

just wanna make sure, do i have to hold my finger down while doing the loop? or is it okay if i do it directly?

[@destiny6493]

great vid!!!! 10/10

[@bellacococrochet]

Thank you :)

[@staceyjess8712]

I think my mistake for a beginner was buying multicoloured wool lol. It was pretty.

[@sonyasmith-feister7935]

I made the same mistake🙄 Should have just gotten a light color.. I’m good with another trip to Michael’s though!😄

[@SignalShine]

Just wanna ask where you find a needle for thick string if anyone knows ( I’ve been searching but can’t find anything ) also want to thank you for this series!! 💙💙

[@bellacococrochet]

You are very welcome, have you looked on Amazon :)

[@SignalShine]

@@bellacococrochet i have not looked! ill search today, and once more, thank you so much!

[@ritakosel5107]

when i tried to do this it always starts to cave in and the ends of the piece turn circular do you know how to prevent this

[@bellacococrochet]

I would make sure you’re working into each and every stitch along, including the top of the turning chain when you reach the end of the row 😊 If you skip this it will cause your sides to slant inwards.

[@e_sabreena6692]

So what if we have a very long amount of stitches...is there any easier way to count EACH of the stitches each time you finish a row? Like what if there's 100 or more.

[@bellacococrochet]

If you have to chain a very large amount of stitches I would recommend using stitch markers to help you keep count - you can pop one through every tenth or even twentieth chain and that will help you count your total very quickly 😊

[@beccadinkel2853]

How do you avoid the giant holes at the end of the rows?

[@bellacococrochet]

I have a tutorial that shows how to avoid the gaps here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKnbpYJtbJh5hpo 😊

[@christineryan7319]

Do you give a lesson on how to read a pattern?

[@AlxandraRose]

Are the gaps created by the turning chain normal? I thought I was doing something wrong and skipping too many chains but it looks like yours is the same

[@huffmancollins614]

I thought I was going insane when she would skip the first stitch after the turning chain. My crochet was shrinking and idk how hers doesn't. I watched a different tutorial and they don't skip the first stitch.

[@pokelynke8232]

My pattern says make a row of single crochet and then a row of half double and repeat... No matter what I do the work tilts. So why does or say to do that when it always tilts. Everyone says it's missing/adding stitches, but I know it isn't. I don't know what to do.

[@bellacococrochet]

It's a bit tricky to know what's happening without seeing a photo, but normally alternating a row of single crochet with a row of half doubles shouldn't cause your work to tilt. Are you using stitch markers to help count out your stitches? Even if you have the correct amount, is it possible that you're working them into the wrong spaces?

[@pokelynke8232]

@@bellacococrochet are you supposed to work in the turning chain because thats the only way I see ut working. Why is there no video anywhere online to show anyone how to do this? Am I supposed to automatically know how? I went to crochet because it's easier than knit, but I'm still having trouble with certain things that no one has videos for.

[@dizzymissy9723]

I chained 12, but only have 6 stitches. Please help!

[@folasadesubomi]

Hiii Sarah Jayne Please can you explain better where to insert the hook on the last stitch please 😭😭😭😭

[@bellacococrochet]

If you’re finding it tricky to work into the top of the starting chain, I’d recommend using a stitch marker to help you. As you make the starting chain, pop your marker through the top, and it will make it easier to identify when you come back to it 😊

[@folasadesubomi]

@@bellacococrochet wow thank youuu 😊❤️ God bless youuu 🥹❤️

[@Neliel97]

Do you have any tips to stop yarn from unraveling? Maybe my yarn is just cheap and bad quality, but the yarn never stays twisted, it uravels into individual strings while trying to crochet and as a beginner it makes it more confusing and it gets knotted 😭

[@bellacococrochet]

Unfortunately some yarn does just have a tendency to untwist in this way (particularly cotton yarn) and there isn't anything you can do to avoid it, except that reusing yarn a lot (crocheting and then unravelling) will make it worse. You may want to try a different yarn 😊

[@Loki-in8pc]

I wanted to ask that is it necessary to stitch in the remaining yarn that’s left at the end? Can’t we just make a knot and cut the rest or will that affect the stitches?

[@bellacococrochet]

You should sew in the ends of your yarn securely, I have a tutorial showing how to do that here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKK7dpaHn8RjgpI 🙂 If you tie a knot only then you risk it coming undone and losing all of your stitches.

[@taraleenorin1467]

I can’t pull the yarn through the loop and the slip knot tightens around the tip of the needle.

[@bellacococrochet]

You may be pulling too tightly on the slipknot; it should be fairly tight but still have some movement so that you can slide your hook through 😊 You can also pull down on the bottom of the slipknot as you yarn over and pull through, to create a little space.

[@linvdng]

I’m not sure what i’m doing wrong but every time i do a half double crochet in my chain, the chain get shorter and when I was done, I counted the stitches and there were only 10 instead of 12

[@bellacococrochet]

Because you are working into the third chain along when you make your very first stitch, you are 'losing' two chains, so should end up with ten. We do this to bring our work up to the correct height for the stitch 😊

[@linvdng]

@@bellacococrochet Ok, thank you!!

[@kimberley7953]

There are holes ?

[@nidakr8187]

Hi Sarah.. I notice that when you finish your chain and start working on the chain, you always go into the third stitch from the hook.. Is it a rule or we can enter any stitch we want..???

[@fr4ily0uth]

its is a rule for this specific style of stitch, i believe.

[@jamie-rh9by]

hi i don’t know what i’m doing wrong but by going into the fourth chain from the hook each row gets smaller by one stitch can anyone help me please :) sorry if i’m calling things wrong i’m pretty new

[@bellacococrochet]

You should be working into the fourth chain for your very first row, but after that you should be working into the stitch next to your chain (the two chain stitches count as your first stitch). Remember to work into the top of the chain at the end of the row 😊

[@kjlinger23]

At 8:32 - you added a stitch from the chain 2 of the previous row, is this necessary every single row to maintain the same number of stitches (ie 10)?

[@bellacococrochet]

Yes, you will always need to work a stitch into the turning chain from the previous row or you will find your work shrinks 😊

[@Pandawutang]

​@@bellacococrochet is there a way to identify where in the turning chain I need to put a stitch? I find that it's hard to do, even though I pull on my yarn to find it..

[@susanmercurio1060]

​@@PandawutangYou use a stitch marker.

[@SlytherinSoulx]

The last stitch you placed on the second row, do you do that for each row or only the second?

[@bellacococrochet]

You should end each row in the same way as the second 😊

[@squishykittykat]

Ok im still a lil confused. Why with this stitch is there those weirdly big holes near the turning stitch every few rows... Thats normal? That doesn't seem normal 🤔

[@bellacococrochet]

In this example I'm classing the turning chain as a stitch which results in the gap that you mention - it's absolutely normal 😊 Some people like to ignore the turning chain and crochet their first stitch directly underneath it, which solves the gap but leaves the sides looking bumpy, so it's personal preference.

[@raymeownd]

Does anybody know the purpose of weaving the ends in? I dont have darning needle, and my squares seem to be holding fine with just the knot. ^^

[@bellacococrochet]

I would definitely recommend weaving the ends in if you can 😊 The knots may seem secure but they can easily come undone after a while and you will lose all of your hard work.

[@Viralman1234]

Mam can you make a tutorial about window curtains

[@Charlottemathison]

How do you end it? please write back soon!

[@d1k01]

Is there a half double crotchet UK video?

[@bellacococrochet]

Not at the moment but this is something that will be coming shortly :)

[@GameplayPotato]

How did I end up with six stitches after starting with twelve?

[@GameplayPotato]

Wait now I have 16 what