Most Frequently Asked Beginner Crochet Questions 🤔 Plus Tips! 🤩 🧶

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Hi friends, I hope you enjoy the video. I actually published this a couple of hours ago but a viewer caught a mistake that I really wanted to fix so I want to send a big thank you to Negrie for spotting it! xxx Thank you all for the lovely comments that you left, I have noted the requests and won't forget! If you have any questions you'd like answered, leave them in the comments and I'll answer them the best that I can. xx

[@deirdremudge6802]

How many chains can I do on my hook, if I do 50 chains, do do 51 chains? Waiting for you to reply, Dee 🤞🤞👍👍

[@PlayHookywithMe]

@@deirdremudge6802 what stitch are you making after the 50 chains?

[@deirdremudge6802]

@@PlayHookywithMe Hi, I'm not as yet, I'm just a beginner, but thinking of making a throw blanket or blanket for my bed, I have a queen size bed, just wanted to know if I make 50 or even a hundred, do I make 51 or do I make 101, I'm just doing basic pattern for beginners. Happy to hear from you.....Dee👍👍🤞🤞👍👍

[@PlayHookywithMe]

@@deirdremudge6802 okay great. The chain will depend on how long you want to make your blanket so I would recommend you chain up to 50 and see if it reaches the width you want. If not, make more until you do. I can’t give you a specific number because it varies depending on the yarn and hook size you’re using. After you’ve decided on your chain count then you’ll add extra chains to help start that first row of stitches. For example, let’s say you start with a chain 50 . You’ll add 1 more chain (giving you 51) to make a single crochet, 2 more for a double crochet (52) or 3 more a treble crochet (53). Most likely you’ll start your first row with a single or double crochet. The process will be exactly the same even if you start with a 100 or 150 chains. I would recommend you find a simple pattern and see what chain count they recommend. But remember the hook and yarn size are important. 💕

[@deirdremudge6802]

@@PlayHookywithMe Hi again, ok thank you so very much, I will do what you suggest, was so very nice to hear from you, if I have any more questions, I will ask, you, thanks & have a good day.....Dee👋👍👍🙋‍♀️

[@Burglar-King]

Hi, after 30 years of crochet you have earned the right of expert. The two precursors to expert are beginner and intermediate 😊

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Oh thank you! 💕

[@Saer-s9u]

😊 yep 😅​@@PlayHookywithMe

[@sweett5896]

I agree. She's too modest.

[@patphares6258]

Sage advice by a natural educator. You’re a fantastic tutor! ❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Appreciate that so much, thank you 😀💕

[@francaperotti8343]

UK terminology it's different again just to keep that I mind. Thanks for all this information.

[@jean-jn3nq]

Thanks so much for the helpful tips. A huge “yes!” to a pattern reading video. I always appreciate you sharing it with us 🙂

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Wonderful, okay 😀🙌🏻🧶💕

[@graciebee6748]

I agree! A pattern reading video would be wonderful!!!❤

[@Ssarah13]

I’ve been crocheting for about 6 years now, and I WISH someone had taught me to identify where to put my stitches way earlier than when I actually learned. I think that skill, and learning how to identify/count stitches within your work are really important when you’re just starting out!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So true 🙌🏻💕

[@mycustompaintedlife502]

This is how I learned every single skill I have

[@rhondalea4450]

For us, South Paws, don't let charts deter you. Simply take a photo & reverse it. "Back in the day" I would hold the pattern up to a mirror or turn the page & put it up to the light to see the reverse image. Now we have cell phones! I feel as old as a dinosaur 🦕. Thanks for the great content. Really enjoying your channel & excellent review for us seasoned crocheters, too.😊

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Love it! Thanks for your support 😀🧶❤️

[@impunitythebagpuss]

Lol...I taught myself to crochet leftie by watching right videos and mentally reversing everything...to the effect that now I can't follow actual left hand videos! Life is a constant struggle! Lol! Whatever works! I knit right handed!

[@robinmoore7202]

I would appreciate a video on reading patterns. I’m a visual learner as well and really struggle trying to decipher a pattern.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Ok, great 👍🏻 🧶 thank you!

[@graciefarnsworth165]

One thing that I do for double, treble, etc is instead of chaining, because I don’t like the look, I chain one and pull the loop up to about 2/3 of the stitch height and yarn over the number of times needed and do the stitch normally And instead of slip stitches with double and larger, I go until I have 2 loops on my hook, and then go through the next stitch and pull through all 3 loops. I know most don’t do this, but it make a very discrete loop that you don’t typically get

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Love it! 👏🏻💕

[@KeanuReevolution]

Very interesting! Is there a video as reference I can see? Thank you!

[@graciefarnsworth165]

@@KeanuReevolution no sadly, the first one I said I learned from a creator while I was trying to make a star blanket a while back, and the second one I developed myself

[@wawrzyniak_owo]

The 1st method is amazing, double crochet looks neat and finally it has straight edges❤❤❤

[@loranna1118]

I like what you said - your hands and your brain. Hopefully mine will catch up with each other!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Definitely takes its time ❤️

[@sallyTosson]

So glad I came across your video early in my crochet journey. God bless you!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad the videos are helping 😀❤️

[@paulavance5096]

The tassel tip when changing colors on rows is brilliant and it looks so pretty! I will absolutely be using this tip. Thank you so much!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you ! 😀

[@negrieruiz8630]

Thank you for clearing out the side border for me. I am almost ready to try the border.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Absolutely 🙌🏻🧶❤️

[@ricalynx2629]

Thank you so much!! I have learned to crochet about 25 years ago, and never ever could somebody explain to me whether the crochet stitchs top is the stich a little to the right or to the left of it. Now I just have to remember, it is the letter P! Thanks again! Also, I like the til with the tassles, good idea 😊

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad that helped 😀🤗💕

[@DebbieCarroll-y3i]

Loved your videos. The best explained I’ve seen in a long long time, and I have been crocheting and knitting on and off for years.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

That’s a huge compliment and I greatly appreciate you taking the time to tell me 🧶💕

[@jennstr4]

I definitely enjoyed your tips but most of all I was thrilled to see that you hold a crochet hook the way I do. Every video I watch the hook is being held under the hand and I have tried changing my hold in an effort to improve my work but just can't get comfy with it. Glad to see someone else with the same technique

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Wonderful! I’m always pleased to find someone one that crochets similarly to me too! Pencil holders unite 🙌🏻😆❤️

[@catherineeddy3805]

I crochet the same way. I am 84 and It has been. the same. way since I was 17.

[@louisesanto]

Great tips. They help improve my projects.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I appreciate it , thank you 😀💕🧶

[@MargaretUK]

What a great video, thank you. I've been crocheting for over 50 years now having learned from my grandmother, and I think that you have really covered everything a beginner needs to know and what an experienced crocheter needs to remember 👍

[@PlayHookywithMe]

That means the world to me, thank you, Margaret ❤️

[@MargaretUK]

@@PlayHookywithMe 🥰

[@karenmcglone4166]

Love the tassel idea

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you ! 😀🧶💕

[@annahale3145]

What a terrific video. Thank you so much. You made things a lot more clearly.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Glad it was helpful! 😀👏🏻💕

[@sherridiamond9198]

Absolutely love your podcasts. Your way of explaining and showing how to understand your crochet is fantastic 😊. Just the simple explanation of how to know what is the top of the stitch “looks like the letter P” was a lightbulb moment for me. I haven’t been crocheting too long but have fallen in love with it and your videos help tremendously.🙂. Thank you.🙏

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’m so glad you are enjoying the videos and that you’re finding them useful, thank you 👏🏻 and especially happy that you’ve fallen in love with crochet 🤩❤️

[@hellegilbert3000]

Thank you! Patterns were really intimidating for me.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Glad you found it useful ❤️

[@giuliafavaccio2116]

Thanks for the time you spend to give us helpful suggestiond.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Of course, I love spending time with you all 💕😀

[@TheKatherine1958]

Great tips! Thank you so much. I’ve been crocheting off and on since I was 15. I’m going to be 65 this year and I’ve learned from this! Again, thanks so much. 😊

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Oh, that’s awesome. I really appreciate that, thank you so much 😀🧶💕

[@TheKatherine1958]

@@PlayHookywithMe 💕

[@jillbainbridge6747]

Great videos. Good camera work, nice pace, good speech timing. Great tips.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Really appreciate it, thank you 🧶💕

[@belindarosenheim2322]

I've been crocheting for years and I found this helpful. This video was well done. 😊

[@PlayHookywithMe]

That’s so good to know, thank you! 🧶💕

[@lailaaiman5884]

Thank you so much for such helpful tips ☺️🌷it's very useful and some of them I was really struggling with it for a long time.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Glad it was helpful! ❤️

[@jennyallan8794]

Thank you so much, I'm self taught during lockdown , you have helped so much x I now have to learn to relax as I find i have tension in my hands and shoulder which puts me off ,yep I'm a tight crocheter 😊 more practise required 😄 .

[@PlayHookywithMe]

That’s great! I started my channel during the lockdown and it changed my life. Tension is the hardest obstacle with time it will come … you’ll find your style and CLICK . I’m a tight crocheter too 🙌🏻🧶❤️

[@jennyallan8794]

@@PlayHookywithMe thank you for replying ❤️ I will get there with your advice and tutorials xx 🤩😍

[@mgabbzc9009]

YES!!!!! Please make videos on how to read patterns!! I really like how you explain things ❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Working on it now! 🤗🧶👏🏻

[@carmalittamae1060]

Wish I would've had this when I was learning but still after almost 5 yrs your video was helpful and gave me a new way to look at things and cement them in my brain. Thank you!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I appreciate your kind words , thank you ❤️

[@barbaradrechsler2819]

Thank you for sharing the tips very helpful 😊

[@anitabrandau8084]

Thank you so much for this very informative video. Well spoken and clear.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Appreciate it! 🧶💕

[@zaidabarreto7309]

This is a great informative tutorial, thank you so much

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you ! 😀🧶💕

[@BA-ef4pr]

I'm just getting started with crochet and found myself getting dizzy with this info, but I saved it for future reference when it all makes more sense later. If I get that far!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Yes , hold onto it 👍🏻 good luck on your journey and be patient with yourself. It will get easier 💕

[@angelabirkett9671]

Hello Roz what an awesome lesson today .just like you I love to crochet and knit and I learned these 2 crafts in junior school . Over the years and prior to covid I was teaching seniors & afterschool kids these crafts . However ; there's always something new to learn each day . Just like you I shorten the stitches at the end so as to close the gap & so forth to create a neat side . Ps : I see you have the book 200 crochet blocks . This is a great book which I use alot but can always pick up something new when you're instructing . Great job and thanks for sharing. Have a great day.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you so much, Angela , your support always means the world to me. I’m a book addict 🤣🤣❤️

[@jadegreen1513]

THAT WAS INCREDIBLY WORK WATCHING!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad ! 😀💕

[@madmommy]

I’m new to crochet. So glad I found this!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’m so glad 😀💕

[@user-st1ru6kc9k]

Hi Roz Thank you for sharing this with me. I love these tips they are so helpful for beginners and everyone else too! Take care and stay safe. God’s blessings 🙏🏽💗🧶😻

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad you found the tips useful 😀💕🧶

[@CristianeFranz]

Great tips! And I'm not a beginner, but I really love it. thank you

[@Oceangirl_505]

I'm so glad I found you! These are great tips, even for those of us who have some experience. Some of your tips I didn't know and I surely needed a refresher on some others. I appreciate the way that you explain things and your voice is reassuring. I look forward to your future videos! Thanks, MaryAnne

[@PlayHookywithMe]

That means a lot to me, thanks so much 😀🧶💕

[@mzmscoyote]

Reading patterns. I’m dyslexic and so text patterns can be a challenge. I do fine if I have symbols in a column like in a long addition problem. So, after my first pattern read through I rewrite that pattern in a column for each row. Then to work, I use both versions. To keep up with where I am in the dense txt for the row, I use sticky flags and move from stitch to stitch as I crochet. Of course, as soon as I have memorized the rows all goes fast. That slow deliberate establishment of the first rows is, however, crucial to my being able to work the text pattern. Interestingly, the symbol patterns present no such problem. They are easy to work and I’m so glad someone thought to create them.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’m So glad the symbols are a solution for you but I love how you’ve adapted and created a system for yourself, regardless!

[@fionastube2011]

Love your videos! Wish I had found you earlier, but my now vastly experienced (1yr. LOL) self will certainly return. Your pattern/chart reading vids helped a lot. I’m making my first wearable, a shrug. Woo hoo! 🎉

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Wow awesome! So glad you are here now 😀🧶💕

[@rrmother3748]

Howdy! What a fantastic video! I’ve been crocheting about 15 years and the only thing you didn’t cover is vertical gauge. That confused me for a solid year as a newbie! There was lots of info about how to adjust horizontal stitches/gauge by changing hooks but I could never find anything on how to adjust stitch height. Of course, that was before YT crochet videos were really a thing, so I’m sure there’s more info out there now! (And for those of you with this Q: try altering your tension and how much you tug on your stitches. If you’re tugging too much as you finish each stitch, you’ll get short squat stitches (which is what you want if you’re making amigurumi!). And vice versa: if you’re not pulling at all as you finish, you’ll have tall floppy stitches!) Happy Christmas!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you for sharing ! That’s a question I’ve never been asked so that’s a valuable, tip!

[@77Crazycat77]

The tassels are genious 😊

[@esculapiaxula]

Excellent video. I’m an intermediate crocheted and I found it helpful. Thank you!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Oh, good , I’m so glad 😀 thank you !

[@brendasoehlaing3014]

Thanks very much for explaining as I'm a beginner it was very helpful. Thanks once again ❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad it helped ❤️

[@janetvanrossen1153]

Thank you for this video. I have revisited it and each time I understand a little more as my experience grows. You are an excellent teacher!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you so much, Janet! 🧶💕

[@matilima1127]

Thanks a lot... very useful for new and as a refresher as crochet is like any other "profession" that needs continuous education!!!💝

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Great point ! Thanks so much 🧶💕

[@jamiecee4960]

I been crocheting for 9 years now. It took me a bit to get my edges straight. Always wanted to know why the beginning always curled up. Ty for good tips. I'm intermediate. So I like learning more.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Appreciate it, thank you ! 🧶😀

[@jeannakelly4174]

Great tips. Charts are my favorite. I too have been crocheting off and on over 30 yrs.Your infinity granny square and rectangle is my go to ❤. Something I’d like to see is a infinity solid granny. Do you ever make those kinds of blankets? Do you ever make them as a scrappy project? Love your channel so much ❤.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you much for your support, it means the world to me 🤗 I love charts too! I worked on a very complicated pattern last year taught by Susan Maton and she provided video, written and chart patterns. I ended up using all three - it was amazingly useful! If something was confusing with one method, then I was able to get a clearer understanding on another . Great idea on the infinity granny square . I’ll work on that . I lovvvve scrappy projects! These infinity style blankets are perfect for it or even a simple wave blanket . 🙌🏻💕🧶

[@EnlightenedFlamingo]

Thank you so much for this! Perfect timing for a crochet noob like myself! 🧶💜🧶

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’m so glad! 😀👏🏻💕

[@lisainpalmdesert]

Thank you for making this video…..new crocheter here!😂

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Excellent! Welcome to your new obsession, you’ll love it 😀💕

[@runjettyrun3819]

Great tips - so helpful and much appreciated - thanks 🦋🫒🍀🌻🌾🏵

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you ! 😀🧶

[@karinmcconnell9901]

I would love to see a video on how to change yarns. Do you use knots ?I get so nervous when doing this. Magic knot, Russian Join ??

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Hi ! Yes , I use the magic knot to add a new skein of yarn if I run out while I’m crocheting . When I’m joining new colors on the sides I just use a regular double knot but also keep the tails to weave in . I don’t cut close to the knot on a double knot. It will come out. If you’re in doubt , I would recommend that you create your knot but also keep a long tail to weave in after. That way you’ll feel confident that it’s not going to come out. I mean for any of the knots you choose. 💕

[@leslieroberts4767]

Great tips for beginners!!! Love your style!!

[@debraholloway1847]

Thank you so much for your tips!!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

😀💕🧶

[@Sheron1956]

Very clear and useful

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you 🧶❤️

[@PamelasCrochetKnitCorner1]

I have sections on my kindle where I save tutorials! Great video!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

What a great idea! 😀🙌🏻🧶

[@hc9661]

So so so helpful even all the way from Australia. Love your videos. Thank you

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So happy to see you here and Thank you 😀🤗❤️

[@sharonrajan4253]

Super helpful, thank you. This video is clear and concise! Phewf!!!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad ! 😀 👏🏻💕

[@judithdenise5983]

Great tips, thank you. I am a knitter but this year I want to improve my crochet technique, so your video is very timely and a great help. Do you mind sharing what type of stitch markers you're using in the demo? Thank you 🙂

[@PlayHookywithMe]

So glad it helped! I got these stitch markers at Michaels . They are by loops & threads and the range is called ,”the crochet dude”. I’ve added a link in the description box below the video if you have trouble finding them. You might be able to find them on Amazon but I’m not sure on that. 👍🏻👏🏻💕🧶

[@judithdenise5983]

@@PlayHookywithMe Thanks!

[@AnneBracher]

Really helpful, thanks.

[@salcutino9911]

I love your video thanks for all the great tips.❤

[@juliekaiser3431]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge, I am a new crocheter too. My question is when the pattern says at the end of the row go into the top of the chain does it matter where you put your hook? Into the top of the “v” which is sometimes not easily visible or can you also go into the side of the chain? I hope that makes sense, thank you again!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

It can be tricky at times, yes. But that’s right, you want to put your hook under the v shape that you see at the top of the stitch ( when it’s a sc, hdc, dc etc). If it’s a chain , you’ll place your hook through the chain and it will Look like one loop over your hook instead of a v. When it’s very hard to see, just do your best to get it in the general vicinity of where it should go . Your goal here is to make sure that you are keeping your stitch count accurate. 👍🏻 The more you do it and the more videos you watch , you’ll start seeing what it should look like. Hope that made sense, if not, let me know 💕

[@juliekaiser3431]

Thank you so much for responding and yes, you made perfect sense. Your videos give me confidence to keep trying. I appreciate your taking the time to answer my question ❤

[@MEMORIA1316]

New subscriber here… this was very thoughtfully done! You did an excellent job on all aspects of the creation of this video😃

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Appreciate it, thank you !

[@maryschmidt7161]

From one old lady brain to another, thank you for your great videos. How can I help support you?

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you ! Just by being here , Mary , thank you . ❤️

[@antoniajarrett410]

Yes plz I want to learn to read patterns

[@PlayHookywithMe]

How to Read a Crochet Pattern SIMPLIFIED 🤩🧶 kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6S2gn2BeLWXm80

[@cammi1079]

Thank you for this video! It has great information!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you !

[@janetbrown1857]

Wonderful video. Very informative Thank you

[@Ebostic711]

Thank you so much for all the great tips!!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you! 😀🧶

[@debbiemcclure2874]

Tyfs really great info. I appreciate it. God bless you

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you so much 🤗🧶

[@debbiemcclure2874]

@@PlayHookywithMe yw🥰

[@LUCKEY11202.]

Thank you,very helpful information❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you so much 😀💕🧶

[@mariafitzsimons8567]

So very helpful thank you.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Glad it was helpful! 💕

[@kathybaker6798]

Thank you

[@tipofthemitt1092]

Thank you so much❤️

[@So.not_weird]

Thank you ❤

[@kelleytortorice1283]

Great video! Thank you!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you !

[@denisevandal2798]

Thank you!!

[@monicadahl7715]

Please make a video how to read a pattern because I’m a visual learner. Thankful Utube!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

How to Read a Crochet Pattern SIMPLIFIED 🤩🧶 kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6S2gn2BeLWXm80

[@beckasmith6725]

I have the toughest time with finding the right place to put the last stitch into the turning chain. If i start using a stitch marker, do i put it in the last stitch of the chain? The one on the hook?

[@PlayHookywithMe]

No , put it in the chain right under it. Just remember that the loop on the hook never counts as a stitch. 💕

[@beckasmith6725]

@@PlayHookywithMe Thanks, that helps!

[@loveyrogers3181]

Perfect...as Always

[@MissMelissaD]

Thank you for these tips! From a *new subscriber*

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thanks for subbing! 😀💕🧶

[@lotte5173]

Seems you used thesame yarn in different colors in this video. What yarn did you use?

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I did ! It’s a cotton yarn from Hobby Lobby called , “I love This Cotton Yarn”.

[@lotte5173]

@@PlayHookywithMe It has beautiful colors. Thanks...I will look for it !

[@PlayHookywithMe]

@@lotte5173 For sure, they have so many! Have fun 🤩

[@marshagoolsbee389]

This is great!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Thank you ! 😀

[@glorialaskey3632]

Hi, I am confused with sizes of hooks am crocheting for many years. I used to go buy letters now they go by numbers,, how do I compare the both or match the two ? Thankyou

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Many times the hook will also say the number along with the letter but you can easily Google the conversion online. Or visit the craft yarn council of America in the standards section: www.craftyarncouncil.com/standards/hooks-and-needles

[@lisadrouin9912]

Where do you purchase the stich markers

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I get these at Michaels . Check the description for the link or you can Google “crochet dude stitch markers” 💕

[@trevorhendricks003]

So, you insert the hook at the top of the 'P'?

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Yes. Watch this for another example: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXusi4yqrbyFiLcsi=-dCUfT6uuG6HcjkD

[@Gigi-dy3bm]

My question is … does it matter which direction I turn my work? I’ve seen both answers 🤷🏻‍♀️one crochet video says turn like you turn a page in a book. Then others say it doesn’t matter 🤯which is it😩 Thank You

[@PlayHookywithMe]

BOTH 😀turning like the page of a book is the method that is taught because it puts your working yarn in the back to continue on with the next row . But it really doesn’t affect the look of your work if you don’t. I often don’t turn like the page of the book … I never knew there was a right way to do it when I learned . So really I’d say do what feels best for you too. Turning like a book is a good habit to get into but if you don’t , the crochet police won’t come looking for you. 🧶💕

[@Gigi-dy3bm]

@@PlayHookywithMe Thank you so much for answering my question. I was nervous to ask because a more experienced crochet person might feel it was a dumb question.🫣 I’m pretty new to crocheting again. I learned when I was 8 or 9 yrs old from my grandmother but really never followed through until recently as a mature gal😉it’s such a stress reliever for me & I really enjoy learning the beautiful craft again. Thanks to all the amazing crochet KZbin videos out there.🤩🙌🏼

[@PlayHookywithMe]

@@Gigi-dy3bm Not a dumb question at all! I can relate to your story.Started young then came back to it later in life. I agree, such a stress relief! xx

[@gabrielabatista6016]

I didn't knew you could do a chain 2 and then a double stitch to avoid that gap. I'm going to use that next time.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I’ve seen people do a similar thing in the last stitch also… they do “2dc-together” to make it look more even. I haven’t tried it but it looks like it works nicely 😀

[@AJones-mb7zg]

I am hoping this community an help me. Sorry for the long post, but it cannot be avoided. I am a good crocheter, so I have the "basics" down, but I would like input on something. I am a "Pear Shaped" woman, so EVERY crochet pattern out there for tops, dresses, etc. go by your "bust size". Well for us pear shaped women, we must also take into consideration our LARGER HIP size. I want to make an "Empire Waist" top where I do NOT have to increase stitches to enlarge the bottom half of the top to fit my hips. Does anyone know how to make the TOP HALF piece (meaning from just below the bustline up to the shoulders) in one stitch, THEN WITHTOUT CHANGING HOOK SIZE OR INCREASING STITCH COUNT FOR THE BOTTOM HALF - LARGER? Would it work if I use two different types of stitches that naturally come out one larger than the other just because of the way the stitch is done? For example....a Moss Stitch (aka: Granite Stitch) will come out measuring less wide than Single Crochet - even when using the SAME SIZE HOOK AND STITCH COUNT. Are there other stitches that can be used (one for the top part of the top, then the other stitch for the bottom half of the top) - that would automatically be different in width over the same number of stitches using the same size hook for both? I hope I made sense. Thanks for any helpful input.

[@_M_e_l_O]

I complete my chain for a certain length, but when I begin the actual pattern it’s not uncommon for the length to shrink. Is this normal? Or am I doing something wrong? I feel like my tension isn’t the problem.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

No, it doesn’t sounds like you’re doing something wrong. It could just be the pattern itself. Don’t forget , that the turning chain to start the row shortens the row immediately and then if it’s something like a wave or chevron it will shorten it even more. If you are noticing that the first row is arching up like a rainbow then the best solution is to go up a half or full hook size when you do your chain. It makes a world of difference. For example , in my most recent video , I did my chain with a 4mm but for my stitches I used a 3.5 mm. Hope one of these answers helped 💕

[@_M_e_l_O]

@@PlayHookywithMe thank you! I’ll take this into consideration as I begin my next project.

[@marilynrobertson6265]

Newbie ❤

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Awesome 😀 great to see you here 🧶❤️

[@leslieroberts4767]

Yarn types. Acrylic may be safe in washer and dryer but remember acrylic is plastic fibers. It does not decompose but breaks down into Mico pieces of plastic that gets in their and in your lungs and it gets in the water systems to the Oceans and into the seafood/fish you ingest. Animals eat the indigestible plastic and it stays in their stomach filling it and they die. Please do not use acrylic yarn. Where do b you think the lint and the object goes at end of its useful life? Probably washing up on a coast halfvway around the world as obscene garbage.

[@sherry9568]

I wish I could give this 5 likes!!!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

Awe 😀 so glad you enjoyed it 💕

[@NancyB-dy2og]

Great tips, thanks for the video ❤️

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I'm so glad you liked it! ❤️

[@christinehoffman1825]

Thank you 😊😊😊