How to keep the edge straight - Crochet help

[@leanorau990]

...and I thought it was just me....thank you. Stitch markers are GREAT! Dont crochet without, I have developed a habit of using them. When I reach for my yarn and hook i grab them to. Just remember, "stitch markers are my friends, they make me happy" 😉

[@tammi67able]

True me too, because I’m notorious for skipping or adding stitches 😖

[@kimirakash999]

Do you use stitch marked with every stitch you make ?

[@4susanjane]

Thank you for the video, im a beginner and I keep making the same mistake! Im starting with sml blankets just to get used to stiches. Will have to undo my work and start again but thats all part of learning. Thank you.

[@sharonm1944]

This was very helpful as I was heading towards crocheting a very large triangle. Thank you.👍

[@CrochetwithClare]

Glad it was helpful! Have you joined our group yet? You can share all of your bobwilson123 projects here. facebook.com/groups/338449986970915/

[@meteorockogist]

Haha oh no!

[@suNRze]

I can remember when I started years ago doing that. And honestly, just recently working on a blanket, I couldn’t believe the mess I had made doing it again. I have been crocheting for years and can attest how easy it can be done lol

[@alicekelly4975]

Ha ha ha! I crocheted my sister a whole blanket like that. Thanks for the great tips.

[@tammi67able]

Iol, I did that too

[@shelbygray4927]

I literally just did that 😣how did you fix it?

[@k.jskaleidoscope1229]

I’ve had it happen a few times and my crocheting only improved when I watched this channel.

[@angiefoss4766]

Just watched this. You changed my beginner crochet brain. I watched a lot of videos and couldn't figure out what i was doing wrong. This was my issue l and you fixed it. Thank you. :)

[@CrochetwithClare]

Yay! I am so happy my video helped you

[@donnakelly6390]

Haven’t crocheted a long time so needed refresher. So I learned from Clare and am back 😃 Yes I had lots of crooked edges when I began to crochet. I did while watching tv so I’m sure I wasn’t paying close enough attention to my crochet 😆🤣😂 Don’t be discouraged, it happens to us all, and Clare is an excellent teacher so if you’re watching this you’re in good hands 😃

[@CrochetwithClare]

Awww! Thank you Donna!! What a sweet message.

[@terriestafford7524]

I've been crocheting since I was a kid. Now recently I just bought stitch markers love them; thanks for ur video 💞

[@terrys8206]

I wish I could like this video 1000 times. I only started crocheting a couple months ago but I keep coming back to this video every time I take a break in between projects! Thank you :)

[@CrochetwithClare]

aww thank you. I really hope it helps. you will get the hang of everything in no time. Happy Crochet!

[@SaraQuayMcConnell]

Thank you for sharing your talent. Imagine how many projects you have inspired all over the world!❤

[@CrochetwithClare]

WOW Sara, I can even imagine ! It would have to be hundreds of thousands. Crochet is awesome isn't it !?

[@suzannegardiner6390]

Thank you! I'm brand new and I keep making little "skirts"...ha ha ha!! I think I get it now...we shall see..LOL!

[@CrochetwithClare]

we have all done it. These are all mistakes and problems for every crocheter when starting. keep at it. it will all come naturally soon. Happy Crochet!

[@pambienias4713]

This is exactly how my project looks. I am going to use the stitch markers and COUNT after each row thanks

[@CrochetwithClare]

You are so welcome!

[@candicanelaine]

Thank you for this! My first hat has gone all kinds of wrong. I'm gonna try again with your advice!

[@GreenChapstick86]

My first granny square/project turned into a little hat because i lost count. Hehe. I joked with the lady teaching me "oh, so I'm advanced!" Hehehe. Ive since had hats that have looked less like a hat. 😂

[@rachaelpenny463]

Thank you exactly what I needed. I did the majority of a whole blanket that slanted. As usual your videos are so easy to follow. Onto the next blanket!

[@cocco31]

Haha, I’m a beginner, and my first try looks exactly like that wobbly, stitch-missing thing. I couldn’t figure out where my stitches went, so this was a BIG help! Thank you!

[@CrochetwithClare]

Glad I could help!

[@michellefs1223]

Ahhhhhh! Just starting out and have made several wonky practice pieces. Thought it was impossible and was ready to give up! You've given me hope 😂! Thank you!

[@CrochetwithClare]

i am glad i was able to help. we all go through this stage when first starting

[@scotishcovenanters]

Thank you! I finally get it now. So glad you made it very clear, and thank you for the encouragement not to give up.

[@naomimatheson1810]

just starting out and this really helped. I am more coming out wider instead of staying stright so I am sure I'm adding stitches but the help for the stitch markers is great

[@CrochetwithClare]

G'day Naomi Matheson thank you for your comment, thank you for watching. Yes I would say you are adding stitches :)

[@Boobrie2]

You are the first video that i understand and been searching of how to continue my blanket ;) thanks you so much i am so happy i get it

[@CrochetwithClare]

You are very welcome!

[@TheAuntbean]

God Bless You! My poor Husband has a couple blankets that r unique the edges go in & out but he loves them I guess that's all that matters LOL

[@desleybettens5356]

Fabulous. So very easy to understand the Aussie version.

[@horseaddictedpb]

Thanks for the great demonstration. I’m a beginner and learning from watching KZbin videos. Yes I couldn’t figure out what I was doing wrong.

[@MsMOLLYKINS]

Thank you very much . I mostly get it right but it's nice to know I'm not alone in making easy mistakes xo

[@CrochetwithClare]

Hi Molly, yes I do it all the time haha I am sure there are other things I always get wrong, like miss increases and have to frog it

[@MsMOLLYKINS]

bobwilson123 hi bob , I can mostly hide a mistake or three . Those reached hidden stitches drive me nuts but I so love crochet. It comforted me when I couldn't get out of bed and on days when my body fails me I can pick up some wool and go from there . I have made some wonderful blankets for my grandsons and that's enough for me. Have a great day/night xo

[@pamelaspooner7183]

Thank you SO much - it is Exactlyl what I needed today and with HDC! perfect! time to rip out those rows but.....that's life!

[@SincerelyLASMR]

This helped so much! I have been so annoyed because I cannot do back and forth crochet lmao. But I was doing awesome in the round. Now I see what I was doing wrong. Thank you. Time to unravel some projects lol 😁

[@CrochetwithClare]

you are welcome. i really hope it helps

[@mimis289]

It took me years for figure this out!! Thanks for the tutorial.

[@CrochetwithClare]

G'day Mimi Sagadin thank you and you are very welcome, thank you so much for watching my video and for supporting my channel

[@joyceandraysmith9289]

Always good to refresh...thanks for taking the time to do so.

[@lindamerrill1577]

I've been crocheting for a while and I started this Afghan with blanket yarn Yes watching TV blah blah yeah it was ridiculous thank you again

[@CrochetwithClare]

You are very welcome!

[@rhondaray6488]

Thank you. This tip helped me a lot , now my edges are straight.

[@CrochetwithClare]

Awesome news Rhonda !

[@yolandarouser1413]

Yep. Unraveling as we speak. Thank you so much. This made SOOO much sense and right away I could look at my work and see the beginning of the wonky wedge lol. I'm a beginner and I can't use the hook yet but I can use my fingers so I do! I enjoy this so much and it's only been a couple of weeks.

[@CrochetwithClare]

have you tried to use a hook yet. even just practicing holding a hook without even crocheting can help. the only way you will get used to using a hook is to actually crochet with it. you first project won't be perfect but you will have finished something. practice, practice, practice. that is how you will be able to get better

[@yolandarouser1413]

@@CrochetwithClare I tried using the hook but it was just so awkward. I also think my carpal tunnel may be preventing my dexterity but that's just my thought. When I use my fingers , everything just flowed effortlessly. Except for the wonky shape thing lol.

[@CrochetwithClare]

Yolanda Rouser have you tried the ergonomic hooks before? Or hooks with handles. There are many with karpal tunnel and arthritis that find them very useful. I know tulip makes the soft handled ones and Boye I believe makes the ergonomic ones.

[@monicagauna2757]

🙋🏻‍♀️ I’m here because this keeps happening to me. 😆 I am a beginner. Thank you for this helpful video!

[@CrochetwithClare]

You are very welcome. Keep at it you will get it !

[@craftyfloridian9521]

Thank You Clare for the tip because I do it all the time. WIP is one stitch short and I know it's from the beginning of the end. LOL

[@CrochetwithClare]

You are very welcome Billie

[@dealred02]

I know this is 4 years old, but I needed to comment. I have made "wavy" edged blankets and scarves. Now I know what I was doing wrong. Fingers crossed for my next blanket.

[@CrochetwithClare]

Awesome, hope it helps! Also too using a smaller crochet hook when doing the border that can help with ruffling

[@nancystevenson562]

This happened to me yesterday! Ripped it out, will try again today!

[@CrochetwithClare]

You got this!

[@lizziebennett3395]

Thank you so much for your clear, easy explanations. My first project was a total pyramid, so I watched another video of yours, got it down for my second project, but then it started getting wonky again :( So glad I found this additional tutorial of yours!

[@CrochetwithClare]

you are very welcome!! it happens to us all.

[@jannyjenkins9553]

Thank you! I'm a beginner and I have taken this easy pattern scarf apart 5 times! I'm going in now with stitch markers.

[@CrochetwithClare]

You are welcome! It happens to us all. Both beginners and experts alike.

[@violet99car81]

I've definitely made that shape before. My best friend taught me to crochet when I was 13. I didn't know anything about making turning chains. My piece went in and out on the sides so bad. I wish I had kept that just to show people that they will get better with practice.

[@CrochetwithClare]

yes it is too bad we have not kept the first thing we made to see how far we have come

[@juliemason5409]

Yeap I done it too,,this is very helpfull, now I know where I was going wrong,off out tomorrow to get the clips,,thankyou so much,

[@CrochetwithClare]

i am glad that you were able to gain some help

[@sherryp4779]

Yes! For many years I made crooked projects. I would lose stitches and try to pick them up later and had very weird looking edges.

[@CrochetwithClare]

Yes, I still do it now if I am not paying attention hehe.

[@tomtaylor2351]

This is so helpful am a beginner making lots of mistakes but this video has helped a lot

[@CrochetwithClare]

i am so happy it helped you. you will be a natural in no time, Happy Crochet!

[@ladywolfe67]

Thank you!!!!!!! This really is my biggest buggaboo when I crochet. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@CrochetwithClare]

No worries, glad to help :)

[@ladywolfe67]

@bobwilson I have been crocheting a new facecloth since watching this video and the edges are so nice n straight!!! Thank you again!

[@CrochetwithClare]

i am so glad it helped you. thank you for watching my videos

[@lilyferrell2597]

definitely have made several of these, I just got some stitch markers and they help so much, a must have for crocheting

[@CrochetwithClare]

yes stitch markers are a big must

[@chrissyoldfield8566]

I think I would get it all wonky because some patterns would say ... crochet to end, chain 2, turn, SKIP first double crochet, then continue across. 🤷‍♀️. I have to admit 🤭. Some baby blankets were off! 😂😂😂🤦‍♀️. Thanks for the tip! 👍🏻

[@lissyniña]

Yup, just tore out a ruana I'm making for Christmas 🎄, twice! Was slanting in on one side.

[@CrochetwithClare]

Oh no!!

[@janetpurchase1649]

Oh man! I can attest to this I have been working on a blanket for my daughter in law. Can’t tell you the number of times I have had to undue and restart. I’m thinking again I have some to take out, that darn TV grabs my attention and I find myself starting over one more time. I have always thought stitch markers a pain Now however they may be a pain but they really are a time saver.

[@CrochetwithClare]

stitch markers are lifesavers. so is counting your stitches every row so that you know you have the right amount of stitches

[@emmascrafts]

I used to do this a lot when I first started crocheting, great video as always Clare

[@CrochetwithClare]

Thank you Emma !

[@Lynda812]

I made a lovely dish cloth in that same weird shape!… lol! Thank you for sharing… this was very helpful! 😊

[@CrochetwithClare]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gailevans2569]

Oh thank you so much ping bong it clicked and made sense. Xx

[@CrochetwithClare]

You are very welcome!

[@papellie2165]

thank you so muchh!! this happened to me when i was trying to make a potholder. i kept restarting but still cant make it straight. i was so frustrated i haven't picked up my hook after lmaoo. will be picking it up right now!!! thank youu

[@gloriaakello6857]

Am just learning and for my 1st project I made that shape.

[@CrochetwithClare]

don't worry it happens to us all in the beginnin

[@amandamason6211]

This is the best IV ever seen this explained...was about to give up...lol...Ty so much x

[@CrochetwithClare]

G'day amanda Mason thank you so much ! So glad that you saw this video. It is the most common problem for crocheters of all skill levels. Happy crochet ❤ Have you joined our group yet? You can share all of your bobwilson123 projects here. facebook.com/groups/338449986970915/

[@shannaramey3239]

Thank you for sharing I make animals and hats never blankets bcuz my sides never end up straight and neat looking. Now that I'm trying again to crochet a twin size blanket I hope not to have the problem again.. Thank you

[@CrochetwithClare]

You are very welcome Shanna. I still use stitch markers when making blankets and I have been crocheting for 20+ years. Just takes out the thinking LOL Also if you do not notice for a few rows it saves having to pull out so much work!

[@MsLopez-fu8xv]

I've been crocheting for years but I tried a new pattern and just couldn't keep it straight. Tried doing it over and over to make my edges straight that thinned out my yarn. Maybe now I can try it again???

[@desirae413]

My trapezoid crochet shapes have been EPIC! Miigwetch for the tip 😊

[@CrochetwithClare]

Hahha we can get some interesting shapes cant we! Yes this video will help you out

[@bobbieburrs2506]

Excellent and clear lesson, Clare! Thanks so much! I'm a beginner and have just subscribed to your channel.

[@CrochetwithClare]

Thanks for subbing! Happy crochet!

[@vienpracconsolacion1770]

Oh it helps alot 😍 from Philippines.

[@magsmorgan2737]

Thank you so much couldn’t figure it out Must get stitch markers

[@nancysimms5004]

Thank you that helps me a lot cuz it always end up I always end up cricket it helps me a lot thank you very much

[@CrochetwithClare]

G'day nancy Simms thank you and you are very welcome, thank you so much for watching my video and for supporting my channel Have you joined our group yet? You can share all of your bobwilson123 projects here. facebook.com/groups/338449986970915/

[@alph1057]

I've been crocheting since 1974 and just learned the linen stitch. I carefully count stitches but end up with at least two extra on each row

[@CrochetwithClare]

Are you maybe accident working into the same stitch as you chain from? This can increase your work on every row

[@jonesbluesandjam]

You are talking to me😂 Thank You for Sharing.

[@theastewart6721]

Hi Clare! Great video! I have been crocheting for so long (off and on over 50 years) and don’t usually make this mistake. Recently, Lo and behold I was looking at an afghan I have been working on off and on and saw that the edge was getting smaller on one side! Sure enough I had to rip out about 40 rows because I wasn’t paying attention. I just had to laugh. It happens to us all I think! It wasn’t the first time and it probably won’t be the last!😀

[@CrochetwithClare]

Oh no, 40 rows !!!! Ouch ! Thank you for your feedback, it lets beginners know that it is a mistake that even people that have been crocheting for a long time still make mistakes :)

[@theastewart6721]

I felt so stupid for about a minute and just shook my head and laughed. A good lesson learned.😀

[@CrochetwithClare]

It is the only thing we can do, sometimes i put projects in time out if they have to much fixing that needs done haha

[@theastewart6721]

Me too! 😂😂

[@jennybentancort1683]

Yes she is right you are not the only one that did that and nor will be the last one ether.... we all do it... and yes I said it clear do it... we still doing it...

[@msbernie1970]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I have been crocheting for years, but have always had this problem. I think that part of my problem is that I have such a tight gauge. I don't know why I crochet so tightly, but the stitches are so tight that I often cannot tell when I am truly at the end of the row. Do you have any tips on how I can crochet more loosely?

[@CrochetwithClare]

really practice is the only advice i can give. you can also try using a larger hook as well

[@msbernie1970]

bobwilson123 I guess I will just have to keep practicing. Whenever I use a larger hook, the gauge goes wonky and everything goes out of proportion. I'll keep at it. Thanks for the reply. 😊

[@marcymiller3287]

Keeping my hands farther apart, and in one place helped me. I’d place painters tape on the surface I’m working below as a guide.

[@carolbaesler3963]

Okay now you know my secrets. I still do that . Now I will,use stitch markers when I know where to put them Thanks

[@jeanwilliams2629]

Umm, yeah! My work is all wonky. Thank you for such a great teaching video!

[@tammi67able]

I can’t thank you enough for this video! Thank you

[@CrochetwithClare]

You're so welcome! Thank you for watching my video

[@Apemom47]

The second image made me literally 'LOL " . I have done many a blanket that starts going wonky ! Even though I know pretty much what Im doing it happens !

[@CrochetwithClare]

yes it happens to all of us from time to time. lol! Even me. usually if i am tired

[@lindatreend254]

Thanks for this very useful tutorial. I have a lot of trouble with my edges because I can't seem to recognize my stitches well enough to count correctly or place the stitch marker in the right place!

[@CrochetwithClare]

G'day Linda Treend thank you and you are very welcome, thank you so much for watching my video and for supporting my channel. You can share all of your Crochet with Clare projects here. Instagram https: instagram.com/crochetwithclare/ Facebook facebook.com/groups/338449986970915/ Tiktok www.tiktok.com/@crochetwithclare Check out my website for more patterns www.crochetwithclare.com/

[@jesicataylor1548]

Thank you! Just started my very first baby blanket and got carried away! About to start over!

[@CrochetwithClare]

You got this! Take it slow and pay attention to the ends and it should go much smoother.

[@sunilkumar-ml7he]

I am stiching my crochets as a skirt

[@TheLynn711]

I learned to turn and stack stitches to keep it straight. I'm lazy to keep putting the stitch marks in and out.

[@firdowskahn1158]

Thanksss I'll try again and hopefully it turnes out good😁😆

[@lugenekeene3253]

I love this tip. I have made and continue to make the wobbly shape. A teacher I had taught me the stitch marker tip and it changed my world. I think the question is aways about the chain at the beginning of a row, is it a stitch or not. Some patterns will say. Anyway, thank you for this helpful video!

[@CrochetwithClare]

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback !

[@Mamacitafor2]

I wish the beginner tutorials out there mentioned using the markers

[@CrochetwithClare]

yeah they're a lot of things that can be added to videos

[@somebody7311]

Yes i made this mistake and it is not easy to see the stitch. Will try your method, I have always counted the stitches but found that on first row there is 20 turned 1 chain into 1st to end counted stitches and there is always 19 sometimes 18 it is driving me mad. I realised it was at the end of a row did 10 rows. Work was straight finished there until next day started again and started to end up with missing stitches again. Don’t you loose one stitch on first row of chain therefore you are only working on 19 stitches? I adjusted this by making a 21 chain don’t know if this is correct but it worked for me. Glad I found you I was just about to give up and go back to knitting.

[@CrochetwithClare]

hi, no you are not losing one stitch each row. your starting chains almost always count as your first stitch unless otherwise stated in the pattern ie-{(chain 3, dc into each stitch across)(ch1, sc into each stitch across)}, the mistake usually is happening with either missing that first space or the very last one. you should also be making your last stitch into the turning chains from the row below. your patterns will usually state this. that is why it is always good to count every row to make sure no stitches were missed.

[@somebody7311]

@@CrochetwithClare thanks for reply. After watching your post I have for the first time actually completed two straight edges i cannot tell you how pleased i am. If not for I. Would have given up altogether. Thank you so much 👍😀

[@somebody7311]

@@CrochetwithClare tried as you suggested and guess what it worked. Cannot tell you how pleased I am, I am convinced it was the last stitch was the problem. I am half way through a project with Straight edges and correct number of stitches looks really good and I am very grateful to you to I was just about to give up and return to knitting. Thank you.

[@CrochetwithClare]

@@somebody7311 oh yay! I’m glad you got it. Happy crochet!

[@danadawn1715]

I have been back and forth with crocheting. I took it up many years ago and did not like the way it looked ( edges not straight) then I took up cross stitch and loved it now I am to old for that ( my eyes are not good enough for the intricate work) so I am determined to do crocheting. Have watched so many videos I am cross eyed. There are so many ways to turn a corner it is confuseing. Everyone out there in crochet land pray for me

[@rachtipping3507]

Hi Bob Wilson, I would like to ask you if you could recommend some easy/beginner projects that would be good for me to practice with the new stitches I have recently learnt. I have learned single crochet, double and treble crochet stitches. Could you please create a playlist with videos you have already made that would be good for a beginner like myself to learn from?

[@CrochetwithClare]

hello Rach, almost all of my videos and designs are suitable for beginners but you can always start with afghans as they use mainly one or two stitches to make. you can also check out the section on my website for cowls and scarves. www.bobwilson123.org/afghans--granny-squares.html

[@joannabernadindavis3617]

Thanks for the tip. Do you have the video you suggested for the double crochet method?

[@CrochetwithClare]

Yes I have, this video hasn't been released yet (due in a few weeks) I have made it so just you can watch it :) Hope this helps kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zpm4c4qna9JmiqM

[@tammi67able]

Thank you for this video! Thank you !

[@bronyboy95]

Is there a way to fix it without starting over? I've been working on a blanket and reall don't want to start over if I don't have to.

[@CrochetwithClare]

if it's not really noticeable you can always just add or remove the stitch you need. otherwise yes you would have to start over

[@lidiyaheyheyhey3387]

My first scarf and umm it's not a known shape but i love it

[@CrochetwithClare]

everyone has that scarf at one point in their crochet journey

[@SweetPea112]

Oh, yes, I have made the most amazing geometrical patterns by not counting! Stitch markers are your friend, even if you have to use a piece of yarn! Especially on a large project!

[@CrochetwithClare]

Hello Beth, I couldn't agree more !

[@karenruffin1805]

Thank you! This was very helpful.😊🌹

[@CrochetwithClare]

You are so welcome!

[@CrochetwithClare]

You are so welcome!

[@ilovebrean]

If you were following a pattern and followed your way of doing a stitch into the first stitch instead of a chain then into the next how would you incorporate that into the pattern ?

[@CrochetwithClare]

You would just ignore what the pattern tells you for the first stitch. For example, if the pattern says chain 2 and then half double crochet in the next stitch, ignore the chain 2 and do it this way instead. Hope that helps. Thank you for watching my video.

[@poocky100]

I'm a beginner n thanks for the video

[@CrochetwithClare]

G'day poocky100 thank you and you are very welcome, thank you so much for watching my video and for supporting my channel

[@PokemomBlues]

Great video. New subscriber 🥰

[@CrochetwithClare]

Thank you and welcome!

[@marijanekendall9170]

Do you ever help with more complex problems in projects? I am making a vintage crochet dress from a 1970-71 pattern. (It is not nearly as helpful as today's patterns, plus the sizing chart is way different!) That's my problem. I chose a size that should have matched my size, and even had the gauge worked out to size. But, my finished skirt portion is at least 5 inches larger than it should be! I am trying to figure out how to alter it without starting all over. I have searched the internet without success so far. I know without seeing what I am talking about it would be hard to help, but I thought perhaps you had some suggestions on where to go to find help. Thanks so much for your patterns and videos. I have made several of your patterns with success!

[@CrochetwithClare]

i am sorry but from the sounds of it and for the fact that it is a garment you will most likely have to start the entire skirt over. there really isn't a way to alter crochet to fit after a piece or fabric has already been made.

[@brendabrown7864]

Thank you so very much you’re so helpful and God Bless Always 🙏🏽🧶

[@CrochetwithClare]

You are so welcome

[@AngelSpring9]

Just started and I'm getting rows straight but for some reason I'm getting holes at the edges as well XP idk what I'm doing wrong

[@CrochetwithClare]

Hello, what stitch are you doing ?

[@b.a.k9452]

Hiya, thank you so much for that. Very helpful! But do you have any suggestions for how to rectify a project which is currently 'pyramiding' without pulling it out and starting again?? I have already done that once and really don't want to do it again! :( Again, great video. Very clear an informative. Thanks so much.

[@CrochetwithClare]

I am so sorry for the slow reply! I promise I am not usually this slow at responding. Been changing over the website and took longer than expected Have you been using stitch markers at both ends of your row? Unfortunately it can be very tricky to fix, have you used the same colour for the whole blanket so far?

[@b.a.k9452]

@@CrochetwithClare Now I'm sorry for the slow reply. I have pulled it out several times since posting that comment!! It is really crazy, but I am having the devils own job with this project!! I have created several blankets, several pairs of fingerless gloves, and my piece de resistance.... a cardigan for my daughter! But this cardigan for me is just driving me nuts! It is a simple (seemingly) rectangle design, then add collar and sleeves. But the measurements never seem to quite work out. I have pulled it out I think 3 or 4 times so far. But, I am not going to let it beat me! Thank you again. Take care x

[@CrochetwithClare]

You got this ! That's the way don't let it beat you!

[@moniknowles9882]

Omg. It’s been so frustrating. Thank you.

[@CrochetwithClare]

You are very welcome Moni

[@marywanamaker2700]

Thank you for this great tip!

[@CrochetwithClare]

you are very welcome.thank you for watching

[@Marzherrera1]

Thank youu!😄helped a lot!

[@CrochetwithClare]

You're welcome!

[@alexwadsworth6312]

Hi I am commenting because I have somehow managed to add 5+ stitches and I have no idea how, can anyone help, using fluffy yarn so I cant see the stitches very well, I am using single crochet

[@CrochetwithClare]

depending on what you are doing, you may just have to rip back until you reach a row that is correct

[@alexwadsworth6312]

@@CrochetwithClare yeah, i redid the entire scarf and it is done now

[@nancyjones1060]

Good to seevyou again lovevyour videos

[@CrochetwithClare]

Glad you like them! Thank you Here is my latest tutorial kzbin.info/www/bejne/qX_coXZve5lna68

[@chrislyle8904]

Hello. I would like to know if you have some good suggestions for a shawl in a mohair. I have some that I would like to use up,I don't really want to make a jumper. It's a lovely torquoise colour in eight ply, and would you use a bigger hook?. If you could help me it would be most helpful. Thankyou. Ros Lyle. WA.

[@CrochetwithClare]

hello Chris, you can make pretty much any shawl you like as they would all look good in the mohair. a nice granny or even the wedding shawl will look good too. www.bobwilson123.org/ponchos-and-shawls.html

[@leonaconnors1]

I am making a baby blanket. The number of rows, so height of the stitch, is meeting gauge. My blanket is looking like a parallelogram though, even with using a stitch marker and counting the number of stitches in each row, so this is correct. What can I do to correct this please?

[@CrochetwithClare]

Hello. I am not sure why it would be doing that, it could be that the first row was looser and now you are used to the pattern your stitches have evened out. How many rows have you completed?

[@leonaconnors1]

@@CrochetwithClare Thank you so much for responding Clare. I figured it out. I had the rows facing me vertically, instead of horizontally. Have a wonderful evening!

[@ingridaustin6245]

I made a blanket suppose to be about 40 × 40 but the center is like 37 it looks more like a star, what went wrong?

[@CrochetwithClare]

You could have possibly missed a stitch or two is a few rows. You may be able to block it out to an even edge.

[@denisenadeau5243]

thanks i needed this help

[@CrochetwithClare]

Glad I could help