Mattress Stitch Seaming
If you crochet (or knit) for long enough, eventually you're going to want to make something with seams. And while seamless patterns are great, seams can add a lot of structure, prevent stretching in...
View ArticleWhip Stitch Seaming
Previously I demonstrated the Mattress Stitch, which is a great way to create an invisible seam when sewing two pieces of crochet (or knitting) together. Another option for seaming your yarn items is...
View ArticleSlip Stitch and Single Crochet Seaming
Seaming two pieces of crochet together using slip stitches is exactly the same as seaming them together using single crochet - the only difference being, of course, the stitch used. And they're both...
View ArticleTight Braid Join
The Tight Braid Joining method I use to join squares is very similar to the Flat Braid Joining method, but tighter and closer - not as lacy. I've used it to join the Mini Magic Mandala Motifs in the...
View ArticleBackstitch Seaming and Sewing
The backstitch is a common stitch in embroidery and hand sewing - but it can also be a great tool to use with crochet! Here's how and why to backstitch! Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links....
View ArticleThe Running Stitch
This tutorial highlights another hand sewing technique that can be very useful for crocheters (and knitters) - the Running Stitch! Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links. How to Sew the Running...
View ArticleGathering Hat Crowns or Rounds
What happens when you make a hat from the brim up to the crown? Well, odds are you'll decrease for a few rounds, and then you'll need to "gather to close" the last round with a yarn needle. What does...
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