Free Crochet Video Tutorials

Learn how to hold a crochet hook using the pencil grip or knife grip, then explore simple ways to keep your yarn tension comfortable and even as you crochet.

The same slip knot is also used in knitting.

Learn how to make a crochet slip knot and place it securely on your hook—the small but essential first step in beginning most crochet projects. A slow-motion demonstration is included at the end.

Learn how to crochet a chain stitch (Ch) with clear, even loops. Chain stitches form the foundation of many crochet projects and are also used within patterns. A slow-motion demonstration is included at the end.

Learn how to make a single crochet stitch (Sc), including where to insert your hook and how to complete each compact, sturdy stitch. A slow-motion demonstration is included at the end.

Learn how to make a half double crochet stitch (Hdc), from the initial yarn over to pulling through all three loops. This useful stitch creates soft fabric with a little more height than single crochet. A slow-motion demonstration is included at the end.

Learn how to make a double crochet stitch (Dc) step by step. This versatile, taller stitch works up smoothly and is used in blankets, garments and many decorative crochet patterns. A slow-motion demonstration is included at the end.

Learn how to make a triple crochet stitch (Trc), including the extra yarn overs that give this stitch its height. It is a useful technique for creating open, flexible crochet fabric. A slow-motion demonstration is included at the end.

Learn how to make a crochet slip stitch (Sl st) for joining rounds, closing edges or moving your working position without adding noticeable height to the fabric.

Learn how to make a crochet magic circle, also called a magic ring, for a neat, adjustable centre when beginning motifs, amigurumi and other projects worked in the round. A slow-motion demonstration is included at the end.

Learn how to crochet in continuous rounds to create a smooth spiral without joining at the end of each round—a popular method for amigurumi and other seamless shaped projects.

Learn how to crochet in joined rounds, including where each round begins and ends, so you can confidently make circular motifs and other projects worked in the round.

Learn how to make a single crochet increase (Inc) by working more than one stitch into the same stitch. Increasing adds stitches evenly and creates controlled shaping in continuous-round crochet and amigurumi.

Learn how to make a single crochet decrease (Dec2tog) by combining two stitches into one. Decreasing removes stitches neatly to shape continuous-round crochet and amigurumi projects.

Understand crochet turning chains, when to make them and how they help the first stitch of a new row reach the correct height for neat, even edges.

Learn where to place your hook for back loop only (Blo) and front loop only (Flo) crochet. Working into one loop changes the fabric texture and can create ridges, stretch or decorative detail.

Learn how to work front post (Fp) and back post (Bp) crochet stitches around the post of a stitch. These techniques create raised texture, ribbing and defined decorative details.

Learn how to crochet the Puff Stitch used in Peach Unicorn Designs blankets, including how the raised stitches are formed to create soft texture, pictures, borders and lettering.