How to Hold a Crochet Hook. Tutorial one of the step by step guide to crochet. I go through two ways to hold your hook and include a video to make it easier.

Master how to count rounds in crochet so you can quickly and easily check your progress. We go through identifying rounds for three basic crochet stitches and how else to keep track of them.

Learn how to count crochet rows so that you can confidently check where you are in your project. We go through identifying rows for each basic crochet stitch and how else to keep track of them.

How to count crochet stitches and chains properly. We go through how to count them on a foundation chain, in a row and in the round.

A really simple crochet turning chain guide with a handy saveable chart to keep as a reference for your future projects.

Learn how to avoid weaving in ends in crochet and spend more time actually crocheting. I share my special tip on how to minimise time weaving.

Learn how to weave in ends in crochet to completely finish your crochet project and make sure your new crochet item is secure and won’t come loose.

A quick tutorial for how to fasten off in crochet. I go over how to remove your project from your hook and secure it so there is no risk of it unravelling on it’s own.

How to crochet the second row when working in rows and in the round. I go over how many chains to make at the beginning of the row, which stitch to start in and where your last stitch is.

UK crochet terms to US conversion chart that you can use for reference when working on your crochet patterns.

How to crochet the first row after the foundation chain. I go over where to insert your hook and how the three different options affect the way your work looks.

Learn how to crochet a foundation chain or starting chain which is often asked for in a pattern which is worked in rows.

Learn how to hold your yarn when crocheting to make it easier to control and keep and even tension.

Step by step video tutorials on how to crochet for beginners. Start here before trying one of my free crochet patterns.