Crochet Tips, Tricks and Techniques
Below you will find a multitude of crochet tips and tricks, all intended to improve your crochet experience and make your finished items look that little bit more professional!
The descriptions below use my standard stitch abbreviations, which are in US Terms.
Click on each item to find a tutorial and written instruction where applicable!
Dora’s Favourite Crochet Tips and Tricks
Foundation Rows
Chainless foundation rows are a great way to start your projects worked in rows, without having to work into a chain.
The Magic Ring
Great for starting projects worked in the round. This technique allows you to make sure you have no holes in the centre of your work.
Perfect for hats, motifs, amigurumi and most other projects worked in the round!
The Magic Knot
Learn how to join new yarn without having to sew in all the ends!!
This is especially useful if you’re using several skeins of the same colour yarn. Great for bigger projects such as garments and blankets.
The invisible join
This technique will teach you how to finish your rounds neatly, without any extra stitches or lumps and bumps!
It works whether you are working in continual spiral rounds, or joining each round with a slip stitch.
Changing colours (almost) invisibly in the round
This is a continuation from the invisible join and is particularly useful for working continual rounds in amigurumi or plushy patterns.
Crochet Cords
The slip stitch cord is a super quick and effective way to create cords. Use them for handles, decoration or other adornments.
Easier than the icord every time!!!
How to make a ribbed hat band or cuff
Ribbing is such a useful technique. Whether you use it as a cuff, hem or neckline, or on accessories such as hats or cowls, it’s a must have for your crochet tool box.
The Perfect Granny Square
Everyone starts with a granny square don’t they?
Learn my tips for making the perfect, non-twisted granny square with invisible joins.
Share your tips
Do you have a favourite trick or technique you can’t help shouting about? Drop a note in the comments and I’ll add it to the list!!