In this video I share 3 ways you can improve the look of your starting chain dramatically and why this is SO IMPORTANT to the overall look of your projects. Which way is your favorite? Mine is #2
@simplymadebyhand11 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing 😊 Everyone who isn’t subscribed needs to this woman is so talented ❤
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Oh my goodness, too kind of you, thank you 😀💕
@jennierollins878911 ай бұрын
I totally agree ! 🌍☮️🌲
@jennierollins878911 ай бұрын
Again this is such good advice. I had this very problem crocheting. I could not figure out what I was doing wrong. One day I was watching a video that gave the same advice. Changed everything for me with crocheting. It made everything look better and took the frustration that I was feeling away. This is a great video and will help so many crocheters. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. 🌍☮️🌲
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Yay 😀 I’m so glad you can confirm this works … the stress reduction is massive, yes 🙌🏻🙌🏻🧶❤️
@jennierollins878911 ай бұрын
Absolutely! 🍁🍁🍁
@mardiread715511 ай бұрын
I have been having trouble with th chain as well
@juditrotter51767 ай бұрын
Thanks for responding about how easy it is to create a d sign.
@ShettikkaWoods-jl8iq11 ай бұрын
I have to agree 👍🏾, doing in the back bump improves the overall outcome 😊 and the chain less foundation ❤
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
I’ve only recently started going into the back bump and I absolutely love the finish it gives 💕
@impunitythebagpuss11 ай бұрын
I only recently started using the back bumps and it's a great tip!
@jennierollins878911 ай бұрын
🌍☮️🌲
@evag504111 ай бұрын
These tips are just what I need with a blanket I keep starting over because it curves just like your example. I have learned many helpful things from watching you. Thanks so much!
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Wonderful! So glad it helped 😀💕🧶
@gsdmom119411 ай бұрын
I ❤ Love that you gave choices for different skill levels !!!! I learned to crochet 48-49 yrs ago in 4-H. I was taught to keep my chain loose, but I have had projects when I was younger that came out funky anyway because maybe my brain continued to crochet more loose than it should have. Years ago, I tried using a larger hook, and that worked pretty well. I am going to try the other 2 methods because they make the esde look so clean!!! Thank you for the tips.
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
That is awesome! Thank you so much for your feedback 😀👏🏻💕
@CeeceeWhip11 ай бұрын
Always love to crochet in those back bumps. So much easier than trying to poke at 2 loops. I just learned that technique you mentioned in making the initial chain with 2 rows...It makes that first chain look nice and MARVELOUS 🎉❤
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Yes! It solves so many issues at once! 👏🏻💕🧶
@sharonopstbaum102311 ай бұрын
Larger hook is an easy enough fix. Will try that tip first! Thanks for all you teach me.
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Yes , easiest and solves so much ! 🙌🏻💕
@maryt288711 ай бұрын
Brilliant ideas! I have recently started to use the back bump of the chain for my first row, but it will be easier to see if I make the chain with a larger hook. I will also check out your video on the chainless foundation. Many thanks for all your tips!
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
That bigger hook works a treat for this for sure. Definitely my new favorite combo to get that edge straight 😍
@kathrynblodgett196911 ай бұрын
My mother is 83, I'm 62. She's been trying to teach me crochet for 50years. My main problem has always been to tight stitches. That first chain is Murder. We found your video and our minds are blown. I guess you can teach an old kat new tricks, and learn something new everyday.
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Your message has made my day! Love it- so glad it helped 😀👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🧶❤️
@OneTrueWord19887 ай бұрын
Wow, your Mom is a very determined person! Doesn't give up for 50 years! 😊 Please give her a hug for me. ❤💐♥️
@adriennewest7712Ай бұрын
Thank you! I am always having trouble with the first chain too tight and I'm so pleased to see someone else crochet the same way I do!
@PlayHookywithMeАй бұрын
So glad ! 🧶❤️
@Jenny-qj3qo11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for more amazing tips and tricks. I have used all the ones that you have posted and it’s changed my crochet so much - for the better!
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
That’s wonderful, I’m so glad you are getting use out of the videos 😀👏🏻💕
@libbylandscape356011 ай бұрын
Thank you for these tips! I use #3 which I discovered from another KZbin channel that I don’t think is here anymore. My understanding is that it’s a Tunisian stitch, tho I could be wrong. What I love about it is its elasticity, and never having to fight with the tightness of the single chain beginning which I could never get right. 😅
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Yes! It very well could have Tunisian origin, makes sense. It’s a game changer once you get the hang of it ! 😀💕
@decalpals849611 ай бұрын
Thanks SO much for these tips. This has been a real problem for me and I've been crocheting, off and on, for decades.
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
It’s crazy what a difference it makes 👏🏻💕
@decalpals849611 ай бұрын
@@PlayHookywithMe My latest foray into crochet has been to do Tunisian crochet. I like the physicality of crocheting but the fabric of knitting. Certain stitches of Tunisian crochet give me the best of both worlds. That's where I learned the technique of crocheting in the back hump of the starting chain. I will definitely do that even when I do classical crocheting. Do you do Tunisian?
@cynthiajones14617 ай бұрын
I've crocheted for almost 50 years and never have heard any of these tips, except for using the back bump (but they failed to mention how to count the bumps). Your tutorial was short (thank you!) But you covered everything so well. I have subscribed and hit the bell and can't wait to watch more.
@PlayHookywithMe7 ай бұрын
I’m so happy you found the video useful! Thank you for subscribing 💕
@itsmelaura153311 ай бұрын
I definitely like the look of #2 best. So I need to use a larger hook for the chain and then use back bumps for my first row, got it! Thank you very much! This video popped up just in the nick of time as I want to make a queen size bedspread. My largest project to date! I kept ripping out my first attempts because I wasn't happy with the results. I hit notification bell (already a subscriber) so that I don't miss any videos. Wish me luck!
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Ah, I’m so glad it came at the right time for you. You’re going to love that combo for #2. That’s right , larger hook for the chain , then regular hook for the rest , starting row 1 in the back bump 🙌🏻. Best of luck with your big project ! 😀🧶💕
@angelaharris111211 ай бұрын
Thank you. I always forget this! 😊
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Me too 😅💕
@gracegoodenough589511 ай бұрын
HA! I have been doing this for ages! Little did I think it was the right way!
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
GURLLL, you are doing it the right way and the smart way! 😀🙌🏻🧶❤️
@madmommy11 ай бұрын
Fantastic! I have started using the larger hook size for my chain method and it works very well. The only thing I struggle with is that first chain/stitch being a larger hole after working my first row back into the chain (the one closest to the slip knot).
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
I know what you mean … here is a way you can fix that … you can retighten the slip knot to close that gap. Here is a video that shows what I mean : Foundation Row Hack kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmnZYqt7e9KXa68
@impunitythebagpuss11 ай бұрын
Thanks for this info!
@jennierollins878925 күн бұрын
I agree with you on this. Such powerful info for the beginner. It took me years to learn it. Makes such a huge difference in your work. ☮️🌎🌲
@user-st1ru6kc9k11 ай бұрын
Hi Roz, Thank you so much for sharing these tips! They are all amazing…I’ll need to go rewatch your chainless stitch just before I start making a baby blanket that I’m making for my baby niece. I’m currently using the larger crochet hook for my chains for a blanket I’m making the pattern designer has written in the pattern. I like the look of going into the back bumps but can never remember to try it! I will put it on my to try list. I appreciate all you do for this community. Take care and stay safe and warm. God’s blessings 🙏🏽💗😻🧶🐶🦋
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
So glad you found value from the video! I forget to use these too but when I do , it makes such a huge difference! 💕👏🏻 enjoy your baby blanket project 💕
@user-st1ru6kc9k9 ай бұрын
Thanks Roz 💜🙏🏽😻🧶
@BobbieJeanM9 ай бұрын
Simple but genius especially for a beginner! 👍
@LUCKEY11202.11 ай бұрын
This is so helpful, thank you,for this information and for sharing your time.❤
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Thank you 💕
@jenreeves768411 ай бұрын
Thanks, I've actually tried all these methods. It makes a difference in what I'm making to which method i use.
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Great point! 🙌🏻💕
@tiahill83211 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing! Have a wonderful day! ❤😘😊🧶
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Thank you , Tia, you do the same 😀💕
@ElizabethJonesEliza5 ай бұрын
I love the chainless foundation and use it whenever I can. Recently, I was adding a sash to the front panel of a top, and it was important that I finish the sash in three rows, ending against the front panel. This forced me to make, and then work into the front side of a 160-link chain. I struggle to work into a chain, even on the back bars, which is my preferred method. Next time this situation presents itself, I'll try your larger hook trick!
@PlayHookywithMe5 ай бұрын
The bigger hook makes such a difference 💕
@HobbiCROCHET11 ай бұрын
Great advice! Thank you 👍
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
🧶💕😀
@juditrotter51767 ай бұрын
I had troubles with this too. Trying to create the chain needed to create the final design. Happy knitting!
@maryb687211 ай бұрын
I have tried just chaining more loosely with the original size hook but after a while I see I am reverting to chaining too tightly again! I will try all of these techniques to see which one works for me. Thank you for your advice.
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
It’s so hard (for me anyway) to try and work loosely with the hook. They aren’t consistent and like you , mine just end up tight again 😂😅💕
@jgraef91911 ай бұрын
Excellent explanations, Roz. I have always liked the clean edge look. The Bump!!!!!🐪It looks so much neater and tidier. What I really need is to find a way to remind myself to start a project one hook size larger. That's a toughy!! 🤣 Great video. 💖, Joan
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
I know what you mean! 😆🙌🏻💕
@jeanbean979711 ай бұрын
I’ve used going up shook size and the chain less foundation , which I really like. I may try the back bump just to see if I like it. Thanks for the tips!
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
I’ve fallen in love with the back bump combined with the larger hook. It works that bottom edge beautifully 😍 I’ve never bothered with the back bump either but definitely will with the appropriate projects 💕
@MaryCochraneАй бұрын
Roz, Thank You. Love from Ontario, Canada ❤❤❤
@PlayHookywithMeАй бұрын
Thank you so much , Mary ! ❤️❤️
@dorothymorris168011 ай бұрын
Thank you for the tips!
@angelabirkett967111 ай бұрын
Good morning Roz... I really appreciate this video because I realised a long time ago that when crocheting a blanket or lap rug the beginning row always looked tight , so I started making the beginning chain a bit loose to even out ; but your technique is spit on and I will definately flow your lead next time . TFS and have a great week .
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much , Angela… it has been mandatory for me because I’m generally a tight crocheter even on my loosest day 😂😂 Have a great week 💕
@merrymuriel11 ай бұрын
Thank you for these simple but essential tricks ! 🤗🌈💐😉🇫🇷
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Merci beaucoup 🧶💕💕😀
@bolynn96687 ай бұрын
Love this! Thanks so much from 🇨🇦 .
@lorraine39211 ай бұрын
Thank you for this very informative video!
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Thank you 😀💕🧶
@ShettikkaWoods-jl8iq11 ай бұрын
Good morning 🌄🌞 blessings ☕
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Have a wonderful week, Shettikka ! ☕️ ❤️
@OneTrueWord19887 ай бұрын
Hi Roz - Thanks so much! I've always made my beginning chains looser, and that does help so much to keep everything nice and straight. I did not, however, know about the back bump method - that is SO GREAT! I love how it looks, and will be using it on various projects. Also want to try the chainless foundations. 😊 Thanks again!! ❤💐♥️
@PlayHookywithMe7 ай бұрын
Wonderful! 😀👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💕
@OneTrueWord19887 ай бұрын
So many great comments! Wish we could all get together to crochet. 😊 ❤❤❤
@PlayHookywithMe7 ай бұрын
Wouldn’t that be so much fun 🤩 💕
@misselanys12196 ай бұрын
I have been crocheting since 1968 age 12 and learn something new every darn day! Thank you for these tips. I have wanted to try that back bump thing for a while now. You made it less stressful. Also the chainless foundation which I should use more. I have had projects turn out with that curvature but luckily I have been able to correct it after the fact with blocking which I find to be a pain in the neck and lately have been doing lined eyeglass cases and notions bags for friends and family as gifts so sewing two sides together usually hides the curvatures. I love your channel, your ideas and your creativity. How are those Tulips. I was torn between them and the Clover Amour and settled on the Amours which are a dream to work with but have heard accolades about those Tulips. I learned how to crochet on the original Susan Bates USA Silvalumes and never could get used to those tapereds. Anyhoo, thanks for these tips!
@PlayHookywithMe6 ай бұрын
I’m so glad you are finding the videos useful! I love the tulip hooks …I’ve never had any issues with them. But I’m a huge fan of clover amour too . I’d suggest buying one tulip in your favorite size and see what you think. 💕
@misselanys12196 ай бұрын
@@PlayHookywithMe I will! The inlines are so fast and smooth vs the tapered. Have a great day!
@martinezveralucia15828 ай бұрын
Thank you ❤
@kristenfay508311 ай бұрын
Great tips. Thanks so much
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Thank you 😀🧶
@angelabirkett967111 ай бұрын
Spot on
@caroleunderwood95311 ай бұрын
Very helpful!
@kathiarledge927511 ай бұрын
I do this when knitting. A looser cast on makes a big difference.
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Absolutely 🙌🏻❤️ I cast on with both needles together and it has made such a difference. Game changer!
@maryt288711 ай бұрын
Thanks for your excellent videos!
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
MARY, thank you so much 🥰 too kind 😘😘😘 I will enjoy Starbucks this week and think of you ☕️🥰
@dianne892911 ай бұрын
Great info 👍👍
@susinok11 ай бұрын
Great Tips! I struggle with the first row being too tight.
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Same 🙋🏼♀️💕
@tracyspencer1960Ай бұрын
My new crochet "COACH"!!
@PlayHookywithMeАй бұрын
Awe 😍🧶❤️
@imsunnybaby11 ай бұрын
in tunisian you have the opposite problem, your stitches shrink! to prevent and treat this, in tunisian crochet i personally go DOWN a hook size for my chain, and chain to the intended length. which means more stitches then you think, but it turns out correct. this helps curling and improves the over all consistency.
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Excellent point, thanks for sharing , that’s good to know 😀👏🏻💕
@ScarlettBuchholz11 ай бұрын
Ty this is so helpful 😊
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Oh, good 😀👏🏻💕
@heatherjohnson672211 ай бұрын
Helpful!
@trigomargarida7 ай бұрын
Thank you ! ❤
@cherylherrera691711 ай бұрын
Thanks so much, beautiful.❤
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Thank you ❤️
@ShettikkaWoods-jl8iq11 ай бұрын
#2 and #3😊
@susanreusser437411 ай бұрын
Thx!!
@tessi68868 ай бұрын
Why are the stitches and the back bumps so easy to see on your sample and so hard to see on my own chain 😂 I know practice, practice
@debrawolleycrochet11 ай бұрын
My problem is making like slippers vest etc. Are two large.i need to downsize in the hook world. Blanket and scarfs and other fun stuff don't have a problem
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
Yes , the the simplest tweak and most powerful is the hook size. It can be used in multiple ways. Solves so many issues! 🙌🏻🧶
@lisakirk968627 күн бұрын
If I do end up using a chainless foundation row, should I still move up one hook size then the rest of the project?
@PlayHookywithMe27 күн бұрын
No, in my experience, it hasn’t been necessary since you’re taking care of that first row at the same time. 👍🏻💕
@akorn9511 ай бұрын
💖🚀💫✨
@PlayHookywithMe11 ай бұрын
😆💕
@tessi68868 ай бұрын
Why are the stitches and the back bumps so easy to see on your sample and so hard to see on my own chain 😂 I know practice, practice