Stop Struggling! Answers to Your 3 Most Asked Crochet Questions 🧶

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  • Опубликовано: 27 дек 2024

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  • @PlayHookywithMe
    @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад +36

    Hi friends, I hope you enjoy the video. I'm consistently seeing the same questions pop up in the comments of my videos so I wanted to address them here. If you have others, let me know xx

  • @maryann4721
    @maryann4721 3 месяца назад +51

    Videos like this one help not only beginners, but those of us that are self-taught! I started using stitch markers a few years ago and they are truly indispensable. Great explanation for determining the number of stitches needed for a project. You're never too old to learn something new!

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад +1

      So glad you enjoyed it - I’m still learning every day too ❤️🧶

    • @AgdaFingers
      @AgdaFingers 3 месяца назад +1

      I self-taught myself 34 years ago at the age of 12 - there's still a few new things I learn all the time!

    • @PCSigns
      @PCSigns 3 месяца назад

      I totally agree!

  • @dragonkat1868
    @dragonkat1868 3 месяца назад +48

    Hi Roz, I don't know why some people make things so complicated. You've always made things so clear and easy to figure out. Thank you so much.

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад +2

      So glad it’s coming across as clear and simple. Thank you , dragonkat ❤️❤️

    • @Bellllllz
      @Bellllllz 3 месяца назад +2

      Actually though! I've been following some rando tutorials lately for Halloween stuff and I've burst out laughing over and over because of the rediculose wording or bizarre pattern. One had stitch markers everywhere but she wasn't telling when she put them in, like they would just be there after an edit cut but then she was telling the viewer to stitch to the marker without even telling how many stitches there was, half the pattern was just missing 😂

    • @glauvie
      @glauvie 3 месяца назад +13

      They don’t “make things so complicated”. They’re just in a different place along the path than you.

  • @yu2gm
    @yu2gm 3 месяца назад +26

    Thank you so much. Been crocheting for years but end of row sometimes leaves my brain one elephant short of a circus.😂You made this so easy.

  • @lennymac5915
    @lennymac5915 3 месяца назад +11

    Great video! I have been crocheting since I was 7, 54 years ago, when my Grade 3 teacher taught me to crochet, and I still get my edges mixed up, and I'll keep this as a reference. It's funny, she also taught me sc instead of calling it a dc. It took me until about 20 years to realise that I was taught a mixture of UK (which I thought I was using) & US stitches. It hadn't been a problem for all the Granny blankets I'd made until I tried some different stitches. I still have to double check a chart if I'm using dc, as my brain calls that a single crochet. She would be happy that I actually listened and learnt something, even though it was wrong.

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад +2

      I love this story, thank you for sharing 😀💕

  • @ROLCY2024
    @ROLCY2024 3 месяца назад +12

    After years of frustration, I continually to learn ways to correct my problems. This episode provides so much information for everyone. Thanks.

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад +1

      That means a lot to me, thank you ❤️

  • @lindaoharris
    @lindaoharris 3 месяца назад +4

    Finally, someone that made sense for me with the counting of the stitches because I always get confused as to how many chains I need to make.

  • @suzienc3591
    @suzienc3591 3 месяца назад +5

    I wish I saw a video years ago when I was trying to learn crochet during 2020. I have just subscribed to your channel. I love your calming voice and look forward to all that you do. Thank you!

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад

      Thanks for subbing! Means a lot to me and happy to have you here 🧶 💕

  • @smokeykitty6023
    @smokeykitty6023 3 месяца назад +4

    I've been wondering if I was supposed to work into the stitch or the space too. I had no way to know (until I saw this video) so I did it both ways to see which looked better so I guess thats ok! The 3rd tip is Gold for me. I had NO idea how to make a baby blanket size... Your explanation is so simple. Thanks for the tips...❤

  • @rmta5115
    @rmta5115 Месяц назад

    Of all the many many videos I’ve watched on how to crochet no one has addressed my questions and then I found you and this video. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!

  • @dianabutler9570
    @dianabutler9570 3 месяца назад +4

    Wow that was just what I needed to know about the chains 3chains = 1in 😊 thanks so very much for sharing this information with us all it was very helpful 😊😊😊

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад +1

      Thank you , Diana , I’m glad it helped 😀❤️

  • @cynthiahale9888
    @cynthiahale9888 3 месяца назад +1

    There are few people I follow for crochet, but you are my go to person even after watching someone else. I always ask myself if you can explain/demonstrate/inspire me better without all the fluff. And the answer is almost always yes! ❤

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад +1

      Oh that’s awesome to know, thank you. If you ever have ideas of things that you want explained simply , please share. That’s my goal with the channel and I need to know what will help you all the best , y’know? ❤️

  • @christygunter1941
    @christygunter1941 3 месяца назад +2

    I'm a self taught crocheter, I'm guilty of not using a stitch marker and I do make these mistakes. This info is very helpful and since I have started Amigurumi, I use a stitch marker and it makes a world of difference. Thank you for taking the time to show us how to properly do these things.

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад

      I agree , we can kind of get a way with it with most projects but Amigurumi is not as forgiving 😅😅🙌🏻❤️

  • @Sydroo1969
    @Sydroo1969 3 месяца назад +2

    The multiples have confused me for years. Thanks for clearing that up. Many patterns I have avoided because of confusion. ❤❤❤

  • @maritzaorbay8011
    @maritzaorbay8011 3 месяца назад +11

    Love the way you teach so clear thank you

  • @najatbali7868
    @najatbali7868 3 месяца назад +2

    I’ve been crocheting for quite some time and this video still helped explain things better, thanks for the great videos as usual 🌹

  • @cindyvandike7013
    @cindyvandike7013 3 месяца назад +3

    I love your voice and how easily you explain things! Great video, as usual! ❤

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад

      I appreciate it , Cindy , thank you 😀🧶❤️

  • @rustown1
    @rustown1 2 месяца назад

    One of the best crochets videos I've watched on RUclips. I've been crocheting for a few years. I've made a sweaters and trying to learn new stitches from books. I always struggle with the things you mention in this video. Thank you.

  • @Cooky_5580
    @Cooky_5580 3 месяца назад

    I cannot wait for the day in crochet when I know what I am doing like you! You make it look so easy until I try doing itself. Thank you so much for your help.

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад

      I understand- something that’s supposed to be a relaxing hobby can be so stressful at first! I promise , it will come with time . Find a hook and yarn you love and it will encourage you to do it more often. And then the rest comes naturally. ❤️❤️

  • @Sunnydugong
    @Sunnydugong Месяц назад

    Thanks for these answers! It is so helpful to hear and see you explain these crochet mysteries!

  • @susans9014
    @susans9014 2 месяца назад

    This is so helpful! I haven’t been sure about these and often had an extra stitch or not enough stitches . You have made everything so understandable. Thank you!

  • @Thirikalee
    @Thirikalee 3 месяца назад

    I learned crochet basics about 30 years ago but since about two years I‘m crocheting more and more complicated things than simple potholders for my puppet kitchen. 😄 By now I somewhat have the answers to these questions figured out.
    But your explanations made all the things I regularly wonder about so much more clear! I eventually figure it out in my projects but it’s sometimes more of a trial and error process than KNOWING what I’m doing.
    This video shall be watched three more times and saved to my crochet board for reference! Thank you!

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад +1

      Fabulous, I’m glad it helped in some way , thank you 😀💕

  • @joann8035
    @joann8035 2 месяца назад

    🎉I thought I wasn't going to learn new...just get confirmation of what I already knew. I was pleasantly surprised. 😂 I'm elated! Some people are natural born teachers and that is clearly a gift you've been given. Bless you. 😊

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  2 месяца назад

      So kind of you , thank you so much 🧶❤️

  • @jric7057
    @jric7057 2 месяца назад +1

    Never too old to learn new things

  • @NancyB-dy2og
    @NancyB-dy2og Месяц назад

    Love this stitch! So excited to crochet a scarf for my niece who's a cat lover like me ❤🐈‍⬛

  • @joannemackenzie9707
    @joannemackenzie9707 2 месяца назад

    Excellent tutorial!! Thank you for explaining in such detail. I’m new to crochet and have been struggling with chains and turning. This will be so helpful and I am sure I will be referring to it quite often.

  • @glendawaddell5474
    @glendawaddell5474 3 месяца назад +2

    Thanks for helping us with these issues. 😊

  • @colleenklaassen8931
    @colleenklaassen8931 3 месяца назад

    I have been crocheting for quite a few years and I am very thankful for your tip about stitch markers and the turning chains! Thank you! I liked the stitch markers you were using and I am going to get some, thank you for the link!

  • @findingmyway3492
    @findingmyway3492 3 месяца назад

    Thank you so much for this video! I have been crocheting for awhile, but am self-taught and still have gaps in my knowledge. This video has helped me to understand the mistakes I am making.

  • @karenbailey3493
    @karenbailey3493 3 месяца назад +5

    Your kitties crack me up 😂
    Thank you for your helpful advice!

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад

      They are so silly 😆😻 but so much fun.
      Thanks for watching 🧶💕

  • @jacalynpillion516
    @jacalynpillion516 2 месяца назад

    Such great helpful information. Been crocheting for years and learned some great tips from you! So appreciated. Thank you!!

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  2 месяца назад

      I’m so glad you got some value from it 🧶❤️

  • @pattiray8542
    @pattiray8542 3 месяца назад +3

    Another clear and concise video! You sure do have a knack for making things sound simple. Your videos have helped me with so many projects, and I’m so grateful. I have a question: where do you get your little round stitch markers? They look so easy to use one handed. All the markers I have won’t work with just one hand, and I wind up having to put my work down. Thanks again for your great channel ❤

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад +1

      Thank you !
      These are called the crochet dude stitch markers. I get them at Michaels . They are made by loops & threads.
      There’s a link for them in the description. Unfortunately, Amazon doesn’t sell them.
      The only drawback to them is they can slip off if you’re not careful so they aren’t suitable for every project but I love them and use them the majority of the time .
      💕

    • @pattiray8542
      @pattiray8542 3 месяца назад

      @@PlayHookywithMe thanks so much!!

  • @passionflowerentertainment501
    @passionflowerentertainment501 2 месяца назад

    My grandma taught me both knit and crochet when I was a kid but always struggled with turning the rows and having my sides match up, i put crochet down and kept knitting because of it but your video and someof the kits we have at the yarn store I work at are enticing me to pick crochet up again

  • @MDunn-sm6ud
    @MDunn-sm6ud 2 месяца назад

    Great tips thank you. I would add one more. No matter how you decide to interpret the turning chain directions, stay consistent within the project.

  • @AS-lm9xm
    @AS-lm9xm 2 месяца назад

    Awesome tutorial, I really need this. Thank you for sharing.

  • @jgraef919
    @jgraef919 3 месяца назад +3

    Very informative. Thank you, Roz.😊

  • @LBDservices
    @LBDservices 2 месяца назад

    Thank you so much. I have been crocheting for years ❤ but this video is so helpful, especially the tape measure part. I didn’t know that and it blew my mind. 😊Also, kudos on your clear, patient and kind style of teaching and the great video work too. Props from a fellow educator. ❤

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  2 месяца назад +1

      Much appreciated, it means a lot 💕😀

    • @LBDservices
      @LBDservices 2 месяца назад

      @@PlayHookywithMe ❤️🙏thank you ❤️

  • @rhondalea4450
    @rhondalea4450 3 месяца назад

    I've been crocheting most of my life. 👵 Stitch markers are INVALUABLE ! I use them all the time. Alleviates the dreaded frogging several rows later. 😂 Great refresher video for us seasoned crocheters!

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад

      Yes! 🙌🏻 they are incredibly affective when having to do long starting chains too, right? Such a little thing with such high value 💕

  • @leewhite8355
    @leewhite8355 2 месяца назад

    I’m off to get some stitch markers , I’m a beginner & didn’t know about them .Thank you so much ,you made it all so easy to understand .🧙🏼‍♂️🧙‍♂️🙏🌹

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  2 месяца назад

      Great! You’ll use them so much and save a lot of stress 🙌🏻🧶❤️ Enjoy your journey with crocheting and be patient with yourself .

  • @sharakirkby2744
    @sharakirkby2744 2 месяца назад

    That was interesting and now I know how many chains I need for a proper width of a blanket. Sure will help when making a sweater. Probably be able to determine which size to use to fit me or another person.

  • @sandynbtx6967
    @sandynbtx6967 3 месяца назад

    #2-stitch markers! I have used them for years to mark my first stitch.

  • @marina_m11
    @marina_m11 2 месяца назад

    Great video, Roz! This will be a great resource for crocheters

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  2 месяца назад +1

      Thank you so much, Marina, I hope so ❤️😀

  • @Ladylasil
    @Ladylasil 3 месяца назад

    This video is very helpful. I'm going to share it with my daughters. They don't crochet as often as they probably would like to, so this can be a great refresher course for them. Oh and I have three cats and the one that gets involved with my yarn bowl is the same color as yours lol.

  • @marianeculek3261
    @marianeculek3261 3 месяца назад

    Love the stitch marker idea!!! I am going to try and remember to do that❤

  • @carolosborne126
    @carolosborne126 Месяц назад

    Love my stitch markers. I heard someone on YT referring to them as training wheels but I think I'll use them all the time.

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  Месяц назад +1

      That’s a really cute analogy but you’re right, that’s not always the case .
      It’s a useful tool . 👏🏻💕

  • @hellegilbert3000
    @hellegilbert3000 3 месяца назад

    Thank you for the clarification Roz.

  • @giuliafavaccio2116
    @giuliafavaccio2116 2 месяца назад

    Thanks for this information .it helps a lot expecially me that i a beginner! I was lucky to find your channel!❤

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  2 месяца назад

      I feel lucky to have you here. So glad it’s helping 😀👏🏻💕

  • @angelabirkett9671
    @angelabirkett9671 3 месяца назад

    Hello Roz ... Happy Sunday to you . Three years ago when i stumbled upon your Channel which is a Godsend , i remember asking you to help me figure out multiples and you gave me a link to follow . Crochet multiplication which I've saved for any project which calls for it . However ; seeing your tutorial yoday is great .❤❤❤ Have a wonderful week with the boys & girls .
    .

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад

      Oh wow, really? 😀 I love that, Angela. 👏🏻👏🏻😀
      Have a great week and the gang say hello 😻😽😽😽❤️❤️❤️

  • @irenedyrynda9084
    @irenedyrynda9084 3 месяца назад

    Brilliant. I especially liked the 3rd tip although all are relevant to me. Thank you.

  • @VolcanoWahine
    @VolcanoWahine 3 месяца назад

    Great videos! I learn a lot from watching your videos. Thank you for sharing your tips!

  • @OhanaMamaWatt
    @OhanaMamaWatt 3 месяца назад

    Thank you for this! I’m still a newbie and this was a great help.

  • @heathercoursey8067
    @heathercoursey8067 3 месяца назад

    Thank you!! These tips are soooo helpful! No if I could figure out how to hold my yarn comfortably!

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад +1

      That’s probably the hardest part of crochet but you’ll find the perfect yarn/hook combo for YOU . Don’t get too caught up on how you think you “should” do it. If it feels good and doesn’t cause you repetitive strain, You’re golden 🤩🧶

  • @alfiesflower8218
    @alfiesflower8218 2 месяца назад

    Morning, thank you for a very clear video. Have a good day. 💞💞💞

  • @reneekeogh2879
    @reneekeogh2879 2 месяца назад

    Thank you for this video! Explains so much for me!

  • @vickym7570
    @vickym7570 2 месяца назад

    These tips are so helpful.Thank you 😃

  • @jenniferd9043
    @jenniferd9043 3 месяца назад

    Oh my goodness! Yes, stitch markers. I started a a C2C moss stitch a few days ago, and it's absolutely necessary for the turning chains because I can't seem to find them otherwise.

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад +1

      I love the moss stitch too but you’re right , tracking those stitches can be tough! 🙌🏻💕

  • @Cindy-ng6sx
    @Cindy-ng6sx 2 месяца назад

    My issue with starting is counting stitches and when to start the count. Its so hard to figure out from the hook what is the first stitch, or even skipping stitches , as a beginner I feel that teachers overlook this way to much and just breeze over counting stitches .
    Thank you for going over these issues.

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  2 месяца назад

      Yes , that’s a big one! I have a video that you might like that talks about this.
      ruclips.net/video/PZPc2qxdN9Q/видео.htmlsi=iwJL_IFqZuHOs394

  • @Rozelynn8040
    @Rozelynn8040 2 месяца назад

    Nice reminders. Will save for reference. Thank you!

  • @vickijackson5547
    @vickijackson5547 2 месяца назад

    Well I feel like you covered everything, but I think Biscuit definitely wanted to add a few tips. ;) Maybe you covered them in the next video, I'm going to go check it out now because this was VERY HELPFUL for me! Thanks!

  • @Erin-lm3yt
    @Erin-lm3yt Месяц назад

    Thank you so much, this information is really helpful!

  • @mariaineseguia5759
    @mariaineseguia5759 2 месяца назад

    👏👏great teacher! Thanks for sharing your art!!🌹🧶🌹🙋🏻‍♀️🇦🇷

  • @elvataylor9279
    @elvataylor9279 3 месяца назад

    Love it❤❤❤I been trying to crochet for years 😊😊😊

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад

      Hope you’re getting there, enjoy the process 🧶💕

  • @janiceguy8752
    @janiceguy8752 2 месяца назад

    Thanks for this tutorial! I just ripped out about 10 rows on an afghan because one side kept getting wider and curvier! It hurt my heart but it was a necessary evil action! 😭

  • @Honey-_bee
    @Honey-_bee 3 месяца назад

    Great simple instructions!

  • @Latebird24
    @Latebird24 3 месяца назад +3

    More of this!

  • @MaryBair
    @MaryBair 2 месяца назад

    Great video! This helped me a lot. Thank you so much.

  • @SpreadKindness7
    @SpreadKindness7 Месяц назад

    Excellent video. Thank you so much!

  • @WSSG1017
    @WSSG1017 3 месяца назад

    Thank you for your videos! I learn so much following you!❤️

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад

      I’m so glad, that makes me truly happy , thank you ❤️😀

  • @KateSopasky
    @KateSopasky 3 месяца назад

    Loved this video. Thank you. Have a good day. 😊

  • @joannepeyton1654
    @joannepeyton1654 2 месяца назад

    Hi Roz:
    Thank you for this video.
    Very informative for a beginner like me. Appreciate you sharing your expertise. BTW, love your catchy channel name. 💜😎🇺🇸

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  2 месяца назад

      Thank you so much , Joan , so happy you’re here playing hooky with me 😀💕🙌🏻

  • @krazymammaw3040
    @krazymammaw3040 2 месяца назад

    Yes stich markers will be my best friend soon 😊

  • @debbiecoleman1639
    @debbiecoleman1639 2 месяца назад

    To determine how many stitches you need for a size your want, first make a gauge swatch in pattern with the exact yarn and hook. Measure how many stitches you have in 4 inches then determine the number of starting chains plus turning chaingthat you need. If working a pattern that is not in straight rows you may need to work a larger swatch as the chain will not lay flat, if ripple or waves.

  • @Kylie4Queen
    @Kylie4Queen 3 месяца назад

    This was very useful; thank you.

  • @teresaready5433
    @teresaready5433 День назад

    Thank you.❤

  • @mt1054
    @mt1054 2 месяца назад

    Awesome tips! Thanks!

  • @heatherholly6563
    @heatherholly6563 3 месяца назад

    Thank you so much for this! Great information!

  • @smokeykitty6023
    @smokeykitty6023 3 месяца назад

    I didn't know I'd be learning a whole new language but here I am killing it!😂😂😂

  • @Nifeza
    @Nifeza 3 месяца назад

    Siempre disfruto y aprendo con sus tutoriales ❤❤ Me encanta su sentido del humor 🎉🎉❤❤
    Abrazo desde España ❤❤

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад

      Thank you so much 😆 I’m glad you’re here ❤️❤️

  • @marisameans9859
    @marisameans9859 2 месяца назад

    Very clear.

  • @janeswire8351
    @janeswire8351 3 месяца назад +2

    Good information ❤❤❤

  • @Lisa..4
    @Lisa..4 3 месяца назад

    This was very helpful.

  • @lisak9530
    @lisak9530 3 месяца назад

    Super helpful! Thank you! You are an excellent teacher. I am learning to do granny squares and can never figure out where to put the next stitch if the instructions say “join with a slip stitch.” Into the same stitch you just did a slip stitch? Or into the stitch next to that? Thanks!!

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад

      Thank you so much! Yes, that can be confusing. You’re going to place your first stitch into the same stitch that you placed your slip-stitch 👍🏻
      Have fun , granny squares are my favorite 😍

  • @Divine_Guidance_Coaching
    @Divine_Guidance_Coaching 3 месяца назад

    Thank you so much.

  • @yeeyee6722
    @yeeyee6722 3 месяца назад

    Thank for all

  • @dundithe24824
    @dundithe24824 Месяц назад

    Thank you!

  • @litaplopinio1978
    @litaplopinio1978 2 месяца назад

    I am new in your channel and I notice your needle. I wonder where I can buy them . I love your channel and it has made me learn a lot of tips that you so unselfishly shared. Thank you and God bless

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  2 месяца назад +1

      You can find them on Amazon. I haven’t been able to find them in my local craft stores. Susan Bates finishing needles .
      Link in description 💕

    • @litaplopinio1978
      @litaplopinio1978 2 месяца назад

      @@PlayHookywithMe oh wow thank you so much for taking time to reply!

  • @joycerideout6311
    @joycerideout6311 2 месяца назад

    Thankyou sooo much ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @spcatmom
    @spcatmom 2 месяца назад

    You are awesome!🎉

  • @barbaracabrera207
    @barbaracabrera207 3 месяца назад

    I've been crocheting so long, I forgot all the difficult parts to learning!! LOL

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад +1

      Yes, exactly! These things can be so confusing at first. I know I feel that way with knitting and it’s second nature to many 🧶💕

  • @laurasmith2223
    @laurasmith2223 3 месяца назад

    Where did you get your stitch markers? They look easy to use compared to the locking ones I have.
    Thanks for the video! Lots of help for this newbie. ❤😅

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад

      Glad you enjoyed the video. I can only find them at Michaels (link in description) . I wish they sold them more easily online. 😕Crochet Dude Stitch markers by loops& threads ❤️

  • @bsfb3ar
    @bsfb3ar 2 месяца назад

    Please help me where can zi buy your one twist marker I can’t find them in Amazon it looks so handy. Your great teacher thankso😮😊

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  2 месяца назад

      I get them at Michaels . There should be a link in description but if not they are by Loops & Threads . They used to be called the crochet dude stitch markers. 🧶💕

  • @helenv2906
    @helenv2906 3 месяца назад

    Wow, that was a great informations. Thank you

  • @cheshiregrin950
    @cheshiregrin950 3 месяца назад

    Very helpful video, thank you. I’m a newbie, if I start a new skein by pulling from the middle (inside), sometime the yarn is so wrinkled. I still do not have a neat chain down yet, and, then trying to handle yarn that’s wrinkled is so frustrating. What to do?

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад +2

      That can be frustrating . Your chains will get better and better the more you do it. 👍🏻 but as far as the crinkly yarn… if it’s really a big problem for you , you could invest in a small hand steamer and spray the yarn to help loosen and straighten it out before you use it .
      Or you could get yourself a yarn winder and rewind it so that the nice straight yarn is placed in the center and you’ll use it first.
      I have a knitpicks yarn winder that’s about 20 dollars .
      That’s all I can think of 🤔💕

  • @guiltyhedonist
    @guiltyhedonist 2 месяца назад

    When working your first row, if it doesn't specify, do you typically just go through the top loop for that row for , say for a row of singles?

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  2 месяца назад +1

      Are you working into a chain? If so then yes , you are just working into the chain and you’ll see one strand of yarn over your hook as you go in.
      But if you are working into a stitch (let’s say a single crochet ) then you’ll see a v shape at the top of the stitch. You want your hook to go under both of these strands of yarn.
      If I didn’t understand your question properly, let me know 💕

    • @guiltyhedonist
      @guiltyhedonist 2 месяца назад

      @@PlayHookywithMe Thank you!

  • @estherdail1334
    @estherdail1334 2 месяца назад

    Joining's always bothered me, I like to have something a seamless whole (I think I'm perceiving seams as weakness). When I put together a granny square blanket for a friend using squares he and his grandma had made together, the 'flat-braid' join I was using wanted me to drop the loop, reach through the gap with the hook, and pull the loop through--my crochet hooks don't have handles so I found I could simply reverse the hook and pass it through the gap. Now I do that with every join, zippering a pair of pieces together as I put the last row onto the second.

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  2 месяца назад +1

      Great tweak to the method, excellent 😀🧶❤️

  • @Stitchin_is_the_Besst
    @Stitchin_is_the_Besst 3 месяца назад

    Great video! 😊

  • @Ladypuppy510
    @Ladypuppy510 3 месяца назад

    I subscribed at your 'old lady brain' comment. I share that struggle.

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад

      Old lady brains unite 🙌🏻
      Thank you for subbing, great to have you here 💕🧶

  • @louisacrisp5789
    @louisacrisp5789 3 месяца назад

    Oh my goodness! I always find your videos very helpful, but I tend to be one of those people that tries to figure it out by myself rather than bother asking questions. So I always learn something new and have a lot of "aha moments" when I watch your videos. In regards to the turning chains, I often find that HDC's only have one turning chain... would you normally do 2 regardless??

    • @PlayHookywithMe
      @PlayHookywithMe  3 месяца назад +1

      No, I’d stick with 1 since you are getting good results.
      It’s like dc’s for me … I like 2 chains instead of 3 👍🏻💕

    • @louisacrisp5789
      @louisacrisp5789 3 месяца назад

      Ok, that's very helpful. Thankyou

  • @SaffronJ7R
    @SaffronJ7R 3 месяца назад

    Thank you for sharing

  • @SharonBlessedGrama
    @SharonBlessedGrama 3 месяца назад

    Thank you so very much ❤