If you’re just starting your crochet journey, having the right resources can make all the difference. Step-by-step video and picture tutorials are some of the best ways to learn beginner stitches, as they allow you to see exactly how each movement is done. Whether you’re learning the basic chain stitch, single crochet, or double crochet, visual guides help you understand hand placement, tension, and stitch formation. Many beginner friendly crochet tutorials break stitches down slowly, making them easy to follow along with, even if you’ve never picked up a hook before.
By following step-by-step tutorials and practicing consistently, you’ll soon gain confidence in your crochet skills. Take it slow, be patient with yourself, and don’t be afraid to unravel and start over—it’s all part of the learning process!
Lets Talk About Few Things Before You Start Your Crochet Journey
Common Mistakes Beginner Crocheter Can Make.
Veronika from Blue star Crochet has put together 5 Common Crochet Mistakes Beginners Make blog post. Avoid these mistakes people make when they are learning to crochet! Start the right way and learn how to avoid them!
What To Buy Before You Start – What Do You Need
Before you begin, you’ll need a few essential supplies: a crochet hook (a medium-size, like a 5mm or H-8, is a great starting point), a light-colored worsted-weight yarn (easier to see stitches), and a pair of scissors.
Smitha Katti from Smiling Colors has put together a video tutorial to help you figure out exactly what do you need to buy before youre starting your chrocheting adventure.
Different Ways To Hold Your Hook And Yarn
As you start practicing, pay attention to how you hold your hook and yarn. There’s no single “right” way—some prefer a knife grip, while others hold their hook like a pencil. Experiment to find what feels comfortable for you. Holding the yarn correctly in your non-dominant hand is just as important, as it helps control tension and keeps your stitches even.
Huipei from Pocket Yarlings will give you breakdown of 6 Ways on How to Hold Crochet Yarn and Hook.
Crochet Tension Problems: Fix Tight, Loose or Uneven Stitches
One of the most common mistakes beginners make is crocheting too tightly, which can make it difficult to insert the hook into stitches. Another mistake is losing or adding stitches accidentally, which can cause uneven edges. Counting your stitches regularly and using stitch markers can help avoid this problem.
Tuula Maaria from Crochet with Tuula Maaria will give you tips for correcting crochet stitches that are too loose, tight or uneven to fix your crochet tension. Do you have one of these crochet problems? There’s a lot you can do to enjoy crochet with fewer problems!
How to Count Crochet Rows with Confidence
Learning how to count crochet rows is really important for any project. Whether you’re making a small item or a larger project like something to wear.
Tina From by Goldenberry will help you master how to identify and count your rows correctly.
Counting Rounds in Crochet
Learning how to count rounds in crochet is an important skill to master. You may be making a small bowl or a larger item like a shawl or a rug, whether your project is large or mini, you need to make sure your count is correct throughout your work.
Tina From by Goldenberry will help you master how to master counting in rounds.
How To Tell Right Side (RS) From Wrong Side (WS)
Learning to recognize the right and wrong sides of your crochet fabric is useful, especially for patterns that specify it. Typically, the right side (RS) appears neater and more defined, while the wrong side (WS) may look slightly bumpier. Keeping track of which side is facing can be helpful when working on projects like blankets, garments, or textured designs.
Veronika from Blue Star Crochet will take your guesswork away! She is going to give you few tips and handy tricks on how to tell right side on your crochet project.
What’s The Difference Between UK Crochet Terms to US
They are both slightly different and slightly the same. Some stitches are used in both the US and the UK and some only exist in the UK and some only in the US. Confusing?
Yes, it can get a bit confusing so Tina From by Goldenberry has put together an easy conversion chart that you can keep coming back to for reference.
How To Whip Stitch Crochet Pieces Together
The Whip Stitch crochet method is a super easy way to join crochet pieces together by sewing. Whether you want to join crochet squares, or other crochet pieces, you can use this simple joining method.
Agat from Made with Gootie will explain you how to do the whip stitch in crochet.
Now You Are Ready To Start With Some Crochet Stitches
One of the first things we need to do before we start crocheting is to get our yarn onto our hooks and the way we do this is by making a slip knot. In this video, you will see how to crochet a slip knot in a really quick and easy way.
Creating the magic circle/magic ring for crochet needs to be effortless and easy. This video is a tutorial for the two best fast ways. Don't let the magic circle cause you any stress!
The chain stitch is the backbone of crochet, forming the foundation for almost every project. Whether you’re just learning or seeking to refine your technique, this guide will answer all your questions about the chain stitch.
A chain stitch is the simplest crochet stitch, creating a series of interconnected loops. It is often used to form the foundation of a project, as part of decorative patterns, or to create open, airy designs in lacework.
Ready to learn how to make this stitch? Follow the steps below and you’ll be a pro in no time. All you need to practice this stitch are yarn and a hook.
You will find photo and video tutorials for the three standing stitches – standing single crochet, standing half double crochet, and standing double crochet.
How to Crochet the Extended Half Double Crochet Stitch
Learn how to crochet the extended half double crochet stitch! This is one of my favorite crochet stitches for garments and other projects that need a tight and textured stitch!
The moss stitch is a versatile and beautiful crochet stitch that can be used to create a variety of items, including blankets and scarves.
One of the best stitches to do that is the Crochet Suzette Stitch. Using only single crochet and double crochet, the Suzette stitch makes such a lovely, reversible texture.
Learn how to crochet this simple but beautiful crochet stitch combo!
The half double crochet V stitch is a simple variation on the classic V stitch. It is worked very similarly, however instead of dc stitches you will use hdc stitch.Instead of working into the top loops of stitches you will be working into the 1 chain space between two half double crochet stitches.
The alpine stitch is a deceptively simple stitch which creates a stunning texture that is visible from afar. The alpine stitch is normally a 4-row repeat. In my patterns you’ll sometimes have to work complete repetitions of the 4 rows, or incomplete repetitions where you end the last repeat on the 2nd row.
In this viewo tutorial you will learn how by just using basic crochet stitches you can make this pretty weaves crochet stitch.
Learn how to crochet the V-Stitch! A beginner friendly crochet stitch that creates a beautiful fabric!
This stitch is so simple and so much fun! Create anything from blankets to cardigans. It’s an easy stitch to learn and is only a two row repeat.
This is a tutorial for a classic granny square that changes colour each round. It includes written and photo instructions to help guide you along.
In this crochet video tutorial, you'll learn how to make a mitered granny square with keju crochet design on youtube channel.
The tilted granny square starts out as a regular granny square. However, at some point, you add triangles along the sides until you get a new square with the initial one tilted inside.
The crochet C2C is a fun and useful crochet method to add to your skills, and can be used in a lot of different projects!
The stitch turns simple crochet projects into textured masterpieces!
This crocheted blanket stitch is such a good stitch to keep in your memory bank and it's so easy!
How to crochet ribbing - Learn how to crochet 3 different ribbing using slip stitch, single crochet & half double crochet stitches.
Tapestry crochet is a way to use multiple colors in the same piece of crochet work. It looks like a pretty advanced technique but it is very similar to typical crochet. And it is a great way to start adding some variety and intricacy to your crochet projects!
In this post you will find out how easy it is to get the French Knot right in just a few simple steps.
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I’m so glad you find it helpful! 🙂