Crocheting is a great hobby to take up, whether you’re looking for something to keep your hands busy or to make some extra money. If you’re an avid crocheter, chances are you’ve experienced wrist or hand pain at some point. Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common repetitive strain injury that affects people who crochet…
Crocheting is a valuable skill that is hard to master and requires time, dedication, and most importantly, passion. But if you’re on your way to making it second nature, this lifelong skill can be put toward something that is beneficial, both mentally and financially. Of course, there is no denying the fact that we all…
Acrylic yarn is a synthetic fiber made of acrylic, a kind of plastic. It looks and feels like a woolen yarn, but it’s more resilient, giving manufacturers creative liberty in the design and function of the finished items. You can find acrylic yarn in different thicknesses, textures, and colors. It’s also less expensive than many…
Tunisian crochet is a popular type of crochet that is considered a hybrid between knitting and crochet. It is also known as “Afghan crochet.” However, there is no solid evidence that it originated from Tunisia. Some historians and crochet enthusiasts have speculated that this crochet has its origin in the Near East or northern Africa….
Crochet is a unique art form. Unlike any other crafting hobby you can do, it uses a tool that is one of a kind – the crochet hook. When you embark on a crocheting project, you have to figure out the crochet hook you will use. This might not be easy for you to figure…
Sometimes, when you make crochet circles, you want them flat, not ruffled or dome-shaped. Unfortunately, things don’t always go your way, and you start wondering why your crochet circle won’t lay flat. The good news is, we might know why. Why won’t my crochet circle lay flat? Your crochet circle may not lay flat for…
If you have started crocheting, you probably face the dilemma of whether to buy inline or tapered crochet hooks. There are many crochet hooks available in the market, and Clover happens to be among the most favored by many crocheters. Crochet hooks come in different shapes, sizes, and materials. It can be quite overwhelming for…
Maybe you’ve just broken your hook right before finishing a crocheting project and all you have available is your knitting needles. Maybe you’re working on a knitting project and you see certain parts that you think can only be accomplished with crochet or would look better crocheted. You could be trying to challenge yourself, doing…
Beyond the fact that crochet involves a hook and knitting involves two needles, both fiber crafts typically create different stitches. Of course, since their stitches are different, crochets and knits ordinarily do not look the same. But if you want, you can make crochet look like knitting. Now, you might be wondering how to make…
Macramé and crochet are both fiber arts that create decorative pieces for both indoor and outdoor use. These pieces can be worn as clothing, especially when made with crochet. They can also be used for interior designing and craft making. The finished products of macramé and crochet look very similar and are sometimes used interchangeably. …