How to Turn in Crochet - You are Doing it WRONG!

[@NonnaE828]

I've been crocheting for More than 50 years which is proof that you can teach an old dog new tricks. Thank you!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I don't know...this old dog (me!) has not been able to master one very basic technique. To be revealed in the next video...Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@lynnclendenin2988]

I thought the same thing!

[@carolsnyder7778]

Yes!!!!!!! I’ve been doing it right ALL along and all this time I thought I was doing it WRONG! Yessssss!!!!! Thank you!!🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Yay! So glad to be able to reassure you. THank you for letting me know.

[@kelleyjogirl]

Me too! ❤ I even tried turning like the page of a book to try it the "correct" way, and I hated it. It just doesn't feel as natural or look as good.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

@@kelleyjogirl Yay! Another one of "us" doing it the right way. LOL!

[@margf5092]

Dear Sylvia: I have been crocheting for many years, and have watched many tutorials. I have never seen this explained before. I am excited to try this. Tidiness DOES matter. I find your crochet tips tutorials so helpful and well explained. I come to your channel specifically to see if there's a new one. I look forward to the next one. Thanks so much.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

This makes me SO HAPPY! Thank you for taking the time to let me know you enjoy my tutorials and look forward to them. That means the world to me.

[@marthaanderson2346]

I've always (50+ yrs) done it the correct way. It has always made more sense. 😊

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Right? So true. Thank you for your comment!

[@denicenobles3517]

It matters to me,,,thank you for sharing

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

That's so good to hear. Thank you for watching.

[@deniserobinson2627]

I always wondered what the difference was, now that you pointed it out, I think I like your way better and will try to change the way I turn. Old habits are hard to break. Thanks!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I completely understand about old habits. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@liliasawyer7145]

Oooh, this is interesting. I'm a new crocheter and haven't seen anyone else comment or teach about the difference in turning direction. I can see from your demo how it does make a difference in the look of the edge. Thank you!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I'm so glad you're open to new ideas and techniques. Thank you for watching!

[@alinalize6023]

I had asked that question years ago. I was told no, but you just proved that there is. Thank you. 😊

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Happy to help!

[@jessicamassey9]

This explains soo many of the problems I was having! Thank you for such a simple yet elegant solution!!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I'm SO happy you found this helpful!! THank you for letting me know.

[@jackieflesner3118]

Oh my gosh, I a self taught and OMGOSH, I just learn something and I’ve been crocheting for years. Thank you so much. God Bless

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

You are very welcome! I'm happy this is helpful.

[@maggiesmith4107]

Thank you. I have been doing it wrong for years. It does make it look better.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I'm glad you agree. Thank you so much for the feedback.

[@macfish69]

I have done both and not noticed the difference before. You have me convinced. Even if I'm seeming the edge, having it straighter will help!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Every little bit helps. THank you for watching!

[@chezarctica7386]

This is great. I’m pretty new to crochet and as I’m quite perfectionistic by nature I have always wondered if it makes a difference. I originally learned with turning it the “wrong” way (I think of it like turning the page of a book) but as I watch a lot of tutorials I noticed the majority of the, turning it the back (right) way, so I followed suit and switched. It’s nice to see someone really flesh it out. Thank you 🙏

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Interesting. I have rarely seen other crocheters turn the "right" way. It's good to know we're not alone. LOL

[@veraaguster1550]

Wow! You showed and explained that illustration sooooo beautifully!!!! I'm overwhelmed!!!! Thank you! Thank you! And Thanks somemore! I will definitely use this technique, I was wondering why my edges looked like that ,all swiggly , thanks again!!!!!!!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Oh my. I'm overwhelmed by your excitement. LOL! I love it! Thank you so much for taking the time to tell me it was helpful.

[@karenconshafter4773]

I will definitely try the way you say. I am always open to new ways with crochet. So much to learn. Thank you for the visual guide ❤

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Such a great attitude!

[@daablonde]

This was so helpful. I hate how my sides have looked. Thank you for showing me the difference!!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Yay! I'm so glad this is helpful for you. Thank you for letting me know.

[@juliemarr65]

Thank you so much for this...I've been turning my work for years the wrong way and never paid attention to that turning chain😵....you are a blessing 💞💞😊👍🏼👍🏼

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Awww. Thank you so much for taking the time to let me know this is helpful to you. Blessings to you as well.

[@deannafowler3]

I've been crocheting for 40 years and never knew this! Thank you for sharing! ❤️

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I'm so happy you found this helpful!! Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@pennymiles1039]

Your detailed instructions are much appreciated!!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Thank you so much. I appreciate YOU.

[@bronxgurl11711]

Wow I guess I’ve been doing it the right way. Thanks you make it very clear.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Yay! I knew there had to be more of us! Thank you for letting us know.

[@patmuddle4956]

Phew, I've been doing this correctly, quite by ...looking and deciding myself which worked better IMO. Tysm

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Excellent! Thank you for watching.

[@helendegregorio340]

It’s always good to learn something new every day thank you so much I love to Crochet and to learn something new is good

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I like your attitude! THank you for watching and commenting.

[@itsapat]

That is so interesting. I'm a lefty, I would assume you would turn the opposite way. I will check it out tomorrow. Now that I think about it, I always turn before I chain.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Ah, so you have two stipulations. Interesting...

[@Justdessertsforme]

Thank you for this tutorial..I learned crochet at age 10 and I learned the non-twisted way. On some beanies I have turned the work and I don't like the twisted way. No flack here...to each his own 👍

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I like how you said the "non-twisted" way. I must admit, on rare occasion, when a project is very large and/or heavy, if it's easier to turn the twisted way, I will do that. Very rarely however.

[@sonja-ilovecrochet4198]

Thank you..This will make my projects look better.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

You're welcome! Thank you for watching.

[@nanajude3444]

That has always bothered me because of the twist, but I never thought of making the turn the other way! How clever.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Well there you go. I hope this is helpful to you. Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

[@kathleenkillen7820]

Wow. What a difference. Guess I have to start doing it correctly.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

LOL! I"m so glad you are open to new ways. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@debt8632]

I have seen a you tuber who says that the right way is to turn your work like turning a page in a book. But I'm with you and I think it looks nicer turning the other way.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I'm so glad you found this helpful!

[@grammykcutter6374]

I'm a beginner so this is good advice for me. to learn at this time. I turn it to the right not to the left.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Yay! We got you early. LOL

[@TeePea4]

I picked up on that last month before seeing this video. Confirming this video is on point!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Yes! Thank you so much for offering this validation. Much appreciated.

[@angiecarter7628]

Always wondered what the difference was. Thanks for the info!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

You're very welcome. Glad it was informative.

[@sandygrogg1203]

I tried your way, and I really did like it. Thsnks for the tip.❤

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I'm so glad you like this tip! THank you for letting me know.

[@tuathadenan]

Wow this is such an eye opener. Never did like the edges all wonky. Thank you so much for sharing this handy tip. xx

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

You are very welcome! Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@marysusansaballa5317]

I agree with you...crochet is an art, not a science. In the grand scheme of things, surely there is a right, better way. And yes, given the choice, clean is my way to go. I've been doing it the bandwagon way. So from now on, i will do it your right way - - with pleasure.😊

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I'm so glad you agree! Thank you for the feedback.

[@tammys1696]

I can see the twist, thanks for sharing!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Yay! So glad you get it.

[@RuthmarieHicks]

One way around this is a standing double crochet or triple...But I always find these hard to execute. And you are completely correct that sometimes it makes a real difference - and other times, not so much.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Thank you for that! I appreciate your feedback.

[@tamaramillyard2048]

Thanks for this video. I have been making this first stitch flat by turning the work then turning the hook! Ha ha if I just turn the work the other way I get the same result quicker, and I don't drop my hook!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Oh my goodness. I've never seen or heard of anyone turning the way you did. I'm so glad for you that you saw this video! Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@colliesmom2227]

Game changer for me, Thanks for this video.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Wow. I love it! Thank you for watching.

[@whippet3784]

Whew! I have been doing it right. Thank you for a good tutorial.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

LOL! Yay!

[@GreatLakesGal-Diane]

Well, I’ll be darned!!! Thanks for the helpful tip!!!❤

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

LOL! I'm glad you found this helpful.

[@debraweger1272]

First, Merry Christmas 🤶. Second, great eye opener, especially for new crocheters! I turn my work correctly

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Merry Christmas to you as well! And yay! There's one more of us....

[@ireneritter726]

I am doing it the same way as you do for more than 50 years 🤓

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Yep. That's how long I've been doing it this way.

[@The-Vintage-Needlecrafter]

Yay!! I am happy to know I've always done it correctly. Thanks Sylvia 😊

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I love it! Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@lavinaallen9406]

Thank You I Learning All The Time Thanks Again

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

You're welcome! Thank you for watching.

[@shettikkawoods3248]

Awesome, thank you

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Thank you!

[@debramulcahy9979]

Thank you for this video! I have tried to understand why my edges looked rough, now I know. I am eager to crochet again.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Yay! I'm glad you found this helpful.

[@debramulcahy9979]

❤️

[@sommernetek7035]

Wanted to search the inet for something like this just the other day, (and then forgot) cause some instructions say clockwise and other anti clock wise. Will keep on doing it the "right" way. Thank you.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

The clockwise, counter clockwise is so confusing to me. I like right/wrong better. LOL!

[@maxinebutcher379]

Wow. Thank you. That was really helpful.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

You're welcome! I'm glad it was helpful.

[@mattrosensweet1502]

Haha I have been doing it wrong. I am not offended. Thanks for the information. Once again, another great tip and trick!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Aww you're welcome. Thanks for sticking with me!

[@karenh2890]

I do it your way. I call it turning away from me rather than turning toward me. I was taught the "wrong" way, but I noticed a lot of good crocheters doing it your way, and I switched. I didn't know the reason why it looked better though.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Wow. "Good" crocheters doing it the "right" way. I love it.

[@EmeraldSpring8926]

I've been turning my work THEN chaining my 'turning chain'. I will take the crochet hook OUT of the work, turn it, THEN insert my hook back into the loop making sure the loop is straight, then I chain up the number of chains needed for the "turning" chain and crochet back across. It makes it easier to find that last stitch, especially in single or hdc.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Your way of pulling out the hook and reinserting sounds like a lot of extra work. But, whatever works for you, go for it.

[@Craftylisa69]

Thankyou!!! Never knew this 🎉

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

You are very welcome. I'm glad this is helpful.

[@socorroortega6974]

Muchas gracias no me gustaba como me quedaba pero solo savia esa manera para voltear ahora ya se la manera correcta muchas gracias saludos y bendiciones

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Estoy tan feliz de que esto te haya sido útil.

[@francesowens1985]

I turn the right way. But I watch a lot of Bag O Day and she teaches to turn the right way. I have watched other youtubers do it the wrong way, in fact I watched one just before finding your video. Thank you for the lessons.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I'm so glad you found this helpful. Thank you for letting me know.

[@niania7022]

I see a lot of people getting upset with you about teaching right and wrong ways to crochet. Personally, I welcome your corrections. I'm new at crochet, even though I'm old. I've always knitted. My Dad always said it only takes 2 weeks to create a habit. He was right. I would much rather start out right than wrong. I see others teaching crochet that do so many things you talk about and even though I have an untrained eye, I can tell something is not right. So, keep up teaching. There are people like me out here that appreciate you. New subscriber!

[@niania7022]

Finally I found out why my edges look so bad!! Thank you!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and to comment. This means so much to me that you understand my intentions are to be helpful. You are right that so many people don't like the way I try to correct them. Oh well. I guess they don't need to watch if it's not what they want to see. I love that you are open to doing things "better". Thank you for subscribing!

[@brendaferguson1192]

Thank you for sharing this! I have to retrain my brain now,

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Ah yes. However, not easy to retrain. My next video is about ME doing something wrong all my life!

[@Soffity]

I turn before I do the chains. Not that I use chains very much as I don’t like the gap that’s left.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Interesting. I hadn't considered that scenario.

[@akdollface007]

It actually IS the “right” way rather than turning to the left 😁. Seriously, thanks for the education…I will turn my work to the right from now on…the Right Way. Thanks 😊

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Love that! Thank you so much

[@falcongal63]

I’ve always turned it counterclockwise (the ‘right’ way) because it feels more instinctual.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Cool! One more for the "right" team. LOL

[@shettikkawoods3248]

I've noticed that as well, and had to frogged what I stitched 😩😩 turning away from you, instead of inward.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Ah! That's great that you noticed a difference! Thank you for watching.

[@those_eyes]

Good words...turning away from you vs inward...very clear idea!

[@KC-gu6bi]

Learned something new!!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

That's great! Thank you for watching.

[@wandavikhriy5478]

Hi Sylvia, I found your video very interesting and helpful. I suppose I had never considered this technique. But it makes total sense to me. Also, I watched your video and looked at your blog on how to earn income and how you got started with your business. I give you a lot of credit for going after your dream and your goals. Bravo fellow crocheter and business developer. 🙂💖🙏👍

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Thank you so much for such a lovely comment. I'm so happy you enjoy work.

[@wandavikhriy5478]

@@CrazyCoolCrochet Hi Sylvia, I have not started any business yet. I have thought about it several times and people always tell me that I do a great job with my crocheting and that I should sell my creations. I tell them I tried once before to sell things on Etsy and Facebook and no one seemed interested in buying my creations. No one even contacted me about what I do. So I got disappointed and stopped posting things. What do you suggest to get started and put things out there for people to get interested and contact me? Thank you for any suggestions. Best wishes to you and much success to you always 💖🙏💐

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

@@wandavikhriy5478 It is difficult to sell finished product and not very profitable. For all the time, effort and cost involved, people do not like to pay. This is why I only design and sell patterns. If the only way you want to sell your talent is with finished product, then you need to find unique items that are easy and fast for you to make. You don't want to spend weeks on something intricate that nobody wants to pay a premium price for. As for getting your work seen...I would suggest setting up a Facebook page to feature your work, but maybe don't start selling right away. Maybe wait until you develop a bit of a following and/or people start asking to buy. Feature your work on FB group pages. Become a regular participant in several FB groups, answering questions and showing your work. Once you get a decent following on FB, then try Etsy. For my biz, I started a blog to send people to my Etsy shop. It is very difficult to get sales on Etsy unless you do your own marketing (on Facebook for example). I didn't start my FB biz page until a couple years into the business. This is all just the tip of the iceberg. There is quite a lot that goes into starting a crochet business. I hope this is somewhat helpful.

[@wandavikhriy5478]

@@CrazyCoolCrochet Hi Sylvia, Thank you for replying so quickly to my messages and inquiries. That is so awesome that you do that. I know your time is valuable. Thank you for your wonderful insight and helpful information. Blessings to you always. Much success to you in all your endeavors. I will definitely stay in touch. Kind regards always, Wanda🙂

[@ND-nx1nt]

Thank you for this. And your quote that crocheting is an art not a science . That's why it's called Fiber art 🙂

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Thank you so much for this.

[@ND-nx1nt]

@@CrazyCoolCrochet thank you for your channel Sylvia I am subscribed to your newsletter and my next project is one of your dresses. I will also be using your guidelines of having a crochet business. 🌻

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

@@ND-nx1nt Wow. Thank you so much for the validation.

[@ND-nx1nt]

@@CrazyCoolCrochet keep up the good work!

[@matilima1127]

Thanks! Question: what is the difference, advantage or dissadvantage of doing the 3 chains AFTER turning the work and not before? Bcs I think this way (AFTER) also avoid the twisting.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Excellent question that I will need to follow up on. I hadn't considered that.

[@those_eyes]

We are talking about twisting or not twisting the chain. If chain hasn't been made, there is no twisting to be seen?!?

[@lalaland2870]

I was going to ask the same 😊

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

@@those_eyes I tested the theory and there is still a little twist happening when you turn prior to chaining.

[@cynthiacazares4807]

Cool. I been turning the right way (your way) since I also notice the twist in the chain a didn't like it.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

That's great. You're one of "us". LOL!

[@dianeschwertfeger1696]

Thank you so much

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

You are very welcome. Thank you for watching.

[@robinhartness9791]

Thank you so much Sweetheart 4:19

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

You are very welcome! Thank you for watching.

[@juliemarr65]

And I'm lefthand crocheter

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Oh wow. I hadn't considered that.

[@sherrieshaw4758]

I am watching and I see twisting both ways. I never do my turn chains until after I turn my work so not sure how that applies to your theory here but I do see the difference when you point out the side done "your way" as opposed to the way the other side looks done "the wrong". But again let me repeat I see the twist happening when you turn either direction in the video.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I guess it's a matter of perception? I haven't had anyone else say they see twisting both ways. I did test the turn first, then chain theory after the video was done. A few others asked the question so I did a swatch. It still twists the tiniest bit at the turn (with no chain). However, when the chain is done the difference is negligible. THank you for the feedback!

[@ericcub78]

what if you turned your work (either the 'right' or 'wrong' way) then do the chain, would that affect the edge?

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Great question! I worked up a swatch turning before chaining. It did still twist, but less noticeably. Interesting turn of events. Ha!

[@marymadelinehegel6935]

Wow I never realized that

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Cool eh?

[@dawnbrumbaugh5]

Oh my gosh the mouse you show with your mantra is adorable!! Is there a pattern that can be found?

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Awww. I love the little guy too! That was a photo I found at a royalty free site, so I have no idea about a pattern.

[@cherylboyd5548]

First watching your tutorials and I find one interesting because to me there is a wrong and right when crochet and I'm one of them people that it's brother me real bad if I make something and the wrong sid is showing OCD its getting Froged !

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I hope you found this tutorial helpful. Please look around my channel. I have many more videos!

[@cherylboyd5548]

@@CrazyCoolCrochet yes I did and I sure look around.

[@those_eyes]

I notice some patterns have you turn and then the chain up! That would eliminate this problem!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Not entirely. I worked up a swatch turning prior to chaining and there was still a bit of a twist where you make the turn. It's not as noticeable when you make the chain after turning, but it is a tiny bit twisted.

[@francesowens1985]

I did do it the wrong way until I watched Bag O Day do it correctly and I always had problems.

[@NellieGirl]

Did you figure this out for yourself? This is awesome!

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I either learned it from my grandmother, a master crocheter who taught me to crochet decades ago, or I wasn't paying attention and turned "my way" on my own. Dunno. LOL

[@majingothbuuts]

I have been noticing this happening in my recent projects. I have been taking extra time to turn in the right direction where it’s not twisted, and it really does make a difference. I wonder how I learned to turn that first way where it twists?

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

That's great that you caught yourself and understand the difference. No doubt, where ever you learned to crochet, or who ever taught you, taught you the twisty way since that's how most do it.

[@majingothbuuts]

@@CrazyCoolCrochet I just learned on KZbin! So I guess a lot of people turn that way 😊

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

@@majingothbuuts Yep. Watching YT videos is how I realized "everybody else" was turning "wrong".

[@sandyfoy6314]

What if you do the chains after you turn?

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

The question has been asked a few times. I worked up an experimental swatch doing the turn first, then chaining. There was still a tiny twist at the turn, however, nothing that would make a huge difference. Thanks for watching!

[@nambakkatlaksh]

What if we turn and THEN make the chains (as compared to make the chains and turn)

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I tested that after I uploaded the video because several others asked the same question. It still twists the tiniest bit at the bottom. However, it doesn't make too much of a difference.

[@nambakkatlaksh]

@@CrazyCoolCrochet Thank you 😊 Actually, I learnt to knit/crochet in school during the 'Arts and Crafts' period (I am 60 and don't know if they still do this). We were taught to turn our work and then put in the chains. However, I tested your method yesterday and it is a lot neater. Just have to remind myself as turning and chaining is what I am used to. Thank you once more for taking the trouble of making these lovely videos

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

@@nambakkatlaksh We had Home Economics when I was in school (a million years ago) where we learned to cook and I don't recall what else. LOL. Thank you for watching!

[@valeriehofmann2615]

I've been doing it right all along. Oh well was hoping that was my problem. Still looks messy

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

If the beginning and end of rows look messy, try this easy fix: If the pattern calls for a ch 3 at beg and end, do a ch 2 instead. That itself can make a difference. Let me know if that helps.

[@pamelamorrison3458]

Me I usally turn my work before I do the chain up

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

Ah! I hadn't considered that. Another topic for discussion. But the question remains...which way do you turn? LOL

[@maryblood4837]

I turn the "wrong" way but I don't do the turning chain till after the turn and there is no twist.

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I've heard that from others. I still need to try it out. Thank you for watching!

[@kathrynvenart4526]

Why not turn and then do your chain?

[@CrazyCoolCrochet]

I'm not sure why not. There is just the smallest of a twist going on when you turn first, then chain. I haven't researched if turning before chaining comes with any negatives. Thank you for watching!