How to Crochet the TIGHT ⭐ JOIN AS YOU GO ⭐ Method 🧶

Learn how to crochet the Tight JAYG (Join As You Go) Method! This technique creates a perfectly flat back to your work and a beautiful twisted cord on the front - totally secure and absolutely stunning! This is the method I used for joining my Festival Pic 'n' Mix Blanket CAL (Crochet Along) Squares. If the video speed is too fast, you can slow it down! 😀 See this video on exactly how: • How to Adjust the Spee...
🧶 Yarn & Hook information:
Suitable for any yarn - use the recommended hook size for your chosen yarn
📌 Festival Pic 'n' Mix Blanket Full Playlist: • Festival Pic 'n' Mix B...
📌 Written Pattern: www.hookedbyrobin.com/blog/cr...
🌈🧶Find ALL the information for the CAL over on my website here 👉 www.hookedbyrobin.com/blog/fe...
🕘 TIMESTAMPS - jump to the section you need immediately!
0:00 How to Crochet the TIGHT JAYG (Join As You Go) Method
0:59 Tutorial Begins
1:54 FIRST ROW OF SQUARES
9:43 Continuing Your First Row
9:58 ROW 2 - The FIRST Square of Every New Row
14:53 ROW 2 - The SECOND (and subsequent) Squares
19:17 The Inner Corners
23:37 Recap of Joining Method
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🔥 Frequently Asked Questions:
Do you have a left handed version of this video? If you are left handed, you can convert ANY video on KZbin yourself! Simply go to www.mirrorthevideo.com/ and follow the instructions to mirror flip any video to convert to left handed!
How much yarn will I need? This is a very tricky question to answer as there are so many variables! How much yarn you need will depend on which yarn you choose, the thickness of that yarn, your tension and how large you want your finished project to be. I suggest making a small sample first so you can gauge how much yarn you'll need. If making a crochet square, you can weigh your finished square to work out how much yarn it used!
How many squares do I need for a blanket? That all depends on the size of the square you are making and how big you want your finished blanket to be! I always advise making one square first then measuring the size of it. From there you can work out how many squares you will need to get the blanket size you want 😀
Do you have the written pattern? Yes! I have written patterns to accompany my video tutorials on my website here: www.hookedbyrobin.com The written pattern is generally released a week or so after the video tutorial to ensure there are no errors in the video itself and to make amendments in the written version if any are found. All the written patterns are FREE to access on my website
How can I print the pattern from your website? Do you have downloadable PDF's? Not at this time no. This may change in the future but for now, I only provide the written pattern directly on my website.
Can you remake this video so it is slower? If the video speed is too fast, you can slow it down! 😀 See this video on exactly how: • How to Adjust the Spee...
Why do you use American stitch terminology? I learnt using USA stitch terms, long before I even knew there was a difference between UK & US terminology! American terms are my "first language" so to speak. If you need a conversion chart, I have one here! www.hookedbyrobin.com/crochet...
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[@HookedbyRobin]

🌈🧶Find ALL the information for the CAL over on my website here 👉 www.hookedbyrobin.com/blog/festival-pic-n-mix-blanket-crochet-along

[@Grumpytank59]

Thank you! I looked and looked and I just could not find it from the Join link. 😊

[@DemonRapunzel]

Did this video NOT show up in anyone else's subscriber feed? I went to your channel to find an older video and just saw this now 😮

[@HookedbyRobin]

Ah yes sorry about that, I have the notifications for the CAL videos turned off and I didn't realise that meant it hides it from the subscription feed too 😬

[@valeriehowden471]

I think I need to make a blanket just to use this method. Love the end result. Not as fiddley as a needle 😂.

[@HookedbyRobin]

😂 that's very true!

[@airenmoonwolf2520]

It's a bit more work but totally worth it! This is the join I have been searching for.

[@HookedbyRobin]

It's such a pretty one! Totally worth the extra pain 😃

[@PatriciaSmith-id8sg]

I love this join, it really gives a great finish to the blanket. Can’t wait to try it out on the CAL. Thank you xxx

[@HookedbyRobin]

You are very welcome! I'm so glad you like the join! 🥰

[@hinashaikh1025]

Thank you! This is a beautiful join.Can't wait to start my blanket so I can test this join as you go method!

[@HookedbyRobin]

It's a really lovely join! 🥰

[@christinechan3519]

Thank you so much for this video. You explained so well and clear. I love it.

[@DianEnglish56]

This is such a pretty join. Can’t wait to try it out. TY for this tutorial.

[@HookedbyRobin]

You are very welcome! 🥰

[@songbyrd0001]

It is a lovely join. I can see why you love it.

[@HookedbyRobin]

It's so pretty isn't it! 🥰

[@dawnamendola8690]

I just finished making a tote bag with heart granny squares and used this join I absolutely LOVE this join! Thank you !

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re welcome Dawn!😃

[@evaluigi6175]

Beautiful! Thank you for a great video. I like the way you zomm in and show where to place the hook. It makes all the difference. Thank you.

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much Eva!😀

[@pandoradesign2781]

Wonderful JAYG method,i've always shyed away from this,but you've made it so easy to comprehend,i'll be doing it for this CAL and for the future projects 😊 Thank you again ,can't wait ! ❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

Once you get going, you definitely get into a rhythm and the beauty is, if you miss a stitch, you find out very quickly if something is amiss because it won't line up by the end of the side you're joining - saves having to undo several rows before spotting an error! (I've done that before lol oops)

[@esculapiaxula]

Never seen this before. It’s a little finicky like you said, but it’s not that bad. And boy does it look gorgeous! ❤❤❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

The pay off is definitely worth the little extra hassle! 😍

[@taniareguin7470]

Wow! That's gorgeous and doesn't look hard to do at all. Definitely worth any extra time.

[@HookedbyRobin]

Absolutely Tania!😃

[@beverlykeippel8534]

I haven't crochet for mos. I couldn't find your app. I'm so thrilled to find this . Yoour enthusiasm inspires me. I'm 84 .just spent another week in hosp. Have lung problems . But you male me feel good. Keep up your beautiful work

[@HookedbyRobin]

Hi Beverly, I do not have an app. I have a website with my free patterns available on here: www.hookedbyrobin.com/ 🙂

[@chargergirl07]

I am so excited for this blanket!!

[@HookedbyRobin]

Aw yay! I'm excited too! 😃

[@julianne8645]

I love this, I’ll definitely be trying this when I make my next blanket or might even try this join on a cardigan or sweater.

[@HookedbyRobin]

Fantastic idea Julia!😃

[@romaynecarlin1249]

hiya robin! i like this. the result is a terrific look especially with something so very colorful. i love how this "trades" the colors used as a braid. super for bags and sweaters.

[@HookedbyRobin]

It would look fantastic for those!😍

[@fostersusan2016]

I absolutely love all of your videos.I'm here in the u s. 3 years ago I lost most of my vision. I picked up my crochet that I did when I was younger. And your videos for me are very easy to follow. Thank you so much, happy Crocheting

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you! I’m glad you’ve got back to crochet.🥰

[@lindadraper5924]

Love this I’m going to do this one love all the bright colors

[@HookedbyRobin]

Amazing Linda!😀🌈

[@salamanda11]

I’ve been obsessed with this since your first video on this joining style! I first used it for a hexagon blanket, and I’m using on a temperature blanket with 2 round solid granny squares. I actually also use it to join any panels instead of sewing after the fact. Feels more secure, and I just hate sewing. 😂

[@HookedbyRobin]

I really love it too! I'll do ANYTHING to avoid sewing if I can 🤣

[@11kwright]

The best join ever. Really pretty and nice worth all the effort. I love it and very well explained, illustrated and excellent camera and angles. A very well made and clear video of the best join ever for crotchet.😊

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you for such a wonderful comment, very kind!🥰

[@dianemoore474]

I've been crocheting for about 3 decades, and never really "got into" making granny squares, but Robin since I've been following your channel, I am obsessed with these. Such a great way to use up scraps, and I'm having fun trying out different color combinations. Thank you Robin!

[@HookedbyRobin]

This is so lovely to read, thank you so much Diane!🥰🧶

[@Gartenlust]

This looks great! 😍 The most beautiful and best connection between the squares I have ever seen.

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you, definitely give it a go!😃

[@olgacolon7548]

I love the way it looks

[@HookedbyRobin]

🥰🧶

[@ginareyeswoo1705]

Amazing, thanks much Robin❣️💕🌸👏

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re so welcome Gina!😃

[@IrinaGreenman]

This is absolutely going to revolutionize my sampler blankets!

[@HookedbyRobin]

Definitely Irina!🙌😃

[@ninat.3767]

This is a new joining method for me. Very nice, thank you.

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re so welcome Nina, it is a lovely join!😃

[@kerryalfieri]

Love this join! Beautiful as always ❤️

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thanks so much 😊

[@ummmjen]

love this!!! would look wonderful on the blanket I'm making, but all the squares are complete already. I'll have to save it for the next one!

[@HookedbyRobin]

Absolutely! The video will be here for whenever you need it.😃🥳

[@gayle1055]

Out of all the ways I have seen to join I ❤❤this one. It’s neat and clean and very pretty. I will have to watch this video a few more times to “get it” 😂. Thanks again Robin 🌻gayle

[@HookedbyRobin]

You're welcome Gayle!😀

[@caroldobby-savage5695]

Fantastic join. Thank you.

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re so welcome Carol!😃

[@sharonopstbaum1023]

So easy! So tidy! Thanks!

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re welcome Sharon!😃

[@elisagriscom6728]

Gorgeous join!

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you Elisa!😃

[@AIRview2]

Love this join! Thank you

[@HookedbyRobin]

You're so welcome!😀

[@debbyhulsey7564]

I really like how this looks I’m going to save this tutorial for the next time I have squares to join❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re so welcome Debby!😃

[@Janski06]

This is a great way to join the squares 🤗💕🥳

[@HookedbyRobin]

Absolutely Jan!😃

[@Legallpn]

Wow so amazing, thank you truly.😊

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re so welcome!🤗

[@drucillarawls5395]

I think it’s amazing I definitely will make this

[@HookedbyRobin]

Woohoo!😃🧶

[@sharimuhamad5905]

Thank you Robin, I ❤❤❤❤❤ it!

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re so welcome!🧶

[@kimrodriguez1698]

This technique is extraordinary! I must try it. :)

[@HookedbyRobin]

It gives such a great finish!

[@debrawolleycrochet]

I love this join but iam using to join. Technically can be used nice to know.

[@davidgratta7819]

Thank you for this video. I am using this join with another project but they did not explain the corners very well and it was bugging me. I can finish my project with confidence thanks to you!

[@HookedbyRobin]

You’re so welcome David, I am glad it has helped!😃

[@beverlykeippel8534]

I'd love to make this blanket I have a. New great grandchildren coming 😊

[@HookedbyRobin]

🥰🧶

[@laurasharp7955]

Hi Robin, as you always say "trust the process" 😀

[@HookedbyRobin]

100% trust the process!😅🙌

[@susananderson3478]

Oh Robin…..I get so confused doing crochet together…..squares….i have tried and tried….sniff! I love your toots❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

You can definitely do this Susan, take it step by step.🤗

[@karindewit7836]

Hi, that is such a nice joint, i will try it ❤❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

Let me know how it goes Karin!😃

[@daryllynn5406]

SPECTACULAR

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you Daryl!😃

[@laurasharp7955]

Oh by the way, can't wait to see the other videos 😍

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you so much Laura!🥰

[@ladyd54]

Thank you Robin for showing this method of joining in a great close up and slow, so we can see the method. I love this blanket design and will checkout the link. That crochet hook looked comfortable…who is the manufacturer?

[@HookedbyRobin]

I use Clover Amour hooks 😀

[@Gartenlust]

WOW!!! 🤩🤩🤩

[@HookedbyRobin]

🥰🧶

[@Purrycatness]

Hi Robin, thank you for sharing your wonderful knowledge, tutorials and patterns - I’m so looking forward to making this gorgeous blanket. Just a question, when you put the loop back on the hook, I noticed that you put it on through the back of the loop, and not the front of the loop (ie, the direction it came off the hook). Is there a reason for this? Thank you for taking the time to read my reply. 😊

[@HookedbyRobin]

Zero reason! 😅

[@sugarbabie1681]

Robin I just finished joining my blanket how could you XD Now I have to make another one lol

[@HookedbyRobin]

You can never have too many blankets!😅

[@lunahermosaceol6152]

Very beautiful 🌺🌼🌹🍀🌷🌻⚘️🪻🌸

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you Luna!😃

[@user-xe7wd1wt7f]

I waited last night for Robins post but at 10 pm I fell asleep and there was no notification. Maria

[@HookedbyRobin]

Oh no! I'm so sorry Maria - I had turned off notifications so I wouldn't annoy people but I didn't realise it would have the opposite effect! I'm turning the notifications back on for all future videos x

[@CameronStephens]

🐐

[@HookedbyRobin]

🐗

[@Mary.Suzanna]

Beautiful, creationsbyjax sent me

[@HookedbyRobin]

That's so sweet of her to share! 🥰

[@Mary.Suzanna]

@@HookedbyRobin I love her she is so kind

[@samfritz8802]

What yarn are you using for this project? I'm absolutely obsessed with the colors and want my blanket to be similar ♥️

[@HookedbyRobin]

Hi Sam, yarn information and how much I used is here: www.hookedbyrobin.com/blog/festival-pic-n-mix-blanket-crochet-along 😃

[@temoyas]

Hi, great video. You mentioned you are using chunky yarn. Is that a size 5 yarn?

[@HookedbyRobin]

Yarn information is here: www.hookedbyrobin.com/blog/festival-pic-n-mix-blanket-crochet-along 😃🧶

[@peggygreenhill494]

❤

[@HookedbyRobin]

🥰🧶

[@CharleneTaylor-kz8lz]

Hi that cute

[@HookedbyRobin]

Thank you Charlene!😃

[@CharleneTaylor-kz8lz]

You welcome

[@Trippy_Space_Bunny]

Trying to size & color match the yarn, as the cheapest I can find for the yarn you used is well over 100$ (mainly because of shipping), besides "chunky" is there a weight number for this yarn? I can't for the life of me find a picture of the label.

[@HookedbyRobin]

It sits somewhere between a 4 and 5 I believe - I used a J-10 hook so anything that suits that sort of size. You can use any weight you fancy, the only difference will be in the size of the square you make :)

[@kk_reads]

Yasssssssssss

[@HookedbyRobin]

🙌

[@olgacolon7548]

I would like to know if you do another line to join together

[@HookedbyRobin]

I'm not sure I understand your question?

[@AngieKelly-id8eu]

Robin my love HOW LONG DID IT TAKE YOU TO CROCHET THIS BLAKET? 🥰

[@HookedbyRobin]

It is different for everyone angie but absolutely no rush or pressure if you’re making it. I was making it around other projects and videos.😃

[@jennifermarie6226]

Hi Robin! This might be a stupid question ... if we are going to use this JAYG method.. does this mean we have to make the squares and leave them half finished?

[@HookedbyRobin]

Not a stupid question at all! If you are following the CAL blanket exactly, then it's probably best to wait until all the videos are uploaded (all the squares will be up by June 13th) BUT if you wanted to get a head start then yes, leave the last round unfinished 😀 (I hope that makes sense?)

[@jennifermarie6226]

@@HookedbyRobin brilliant ! Thanks so much for answering. 🥰 I’ve started so I’ll be leaving unfinished 😜

[@loripaulus2188]

I had the same question.

[@sarahmaurice3930]

🦔

[@HookedbyRobin]

🦧

[@Grumpytank59]

Where is the CAL? for the blanket?

[@HookedbyRobin]

Here you go: www.hookedbyrobin.com/blog/festival-pic-n-mix-blanket-crochet-along 😃

[@olgacolon7548]

What your website

[@HookedbyRobin]

www.hookedbyrobin.com/blog/festival-pic-n-mix-blanket-crochet-along