CROCHET STRAIGHT EDGES IN 1 MINUTE!! Crochet Hacks, Tips & Tricks

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  • Straight Edges Crochet Hack
    Are you tired of your crochet projects looking warped? Using a foundations turning chain will fix your problems. I’m going to teach you how to crochet straight edges every time. This stitch works great for double crochet stitches or bigger.
    *Most people use chain 3 as their turning chain, and the crochet project will come out looking “spacey”.
    *Another option is to chain 2 stitches and double crochet back into the same stitch. This might eliminate the gap, but unfortunately is will leave your crochet edges looking lumpy.
    With this crochet hack, you will learn how to crochet straight edges perfectly every time. If you are looking for more crochet tips and tricks
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 802

  • @LittlejohnsYarn
    @LittlejohnsYarn  3 роки тому +51

    🌺Crochet Hacks, Tips & Tricks Playlist ua-cam.com/play/PLkhTdPX1lRM7DENKKOSOG1bIpsv8FLBDq.html

    • @thejessica-est
      @thejessica-est 3 роки тому +2

      I have a question. Do you do the same thing at the end of the tow before you turn? Like would the last stitch in the row be the stacked singles? I'm learning a lot and appreciate all that you do! Thank you 💘

    • @mandy347
      @mandy347 Рік тому +1

      I love how close you hold the yarn and hook to the camera and how you point to individual strands. That's really helpful and what a lot of other tutorial videos lack.

    • @tfwashington3863
      @tfwashington3863 Рік тому

      Awesome. ❤

    • @misspiggy2418
      @misspiggy2418 7 місяців тому

      Hi this is great, I always thought there was something wrong with my crochet til I found this. Where is the one for HDC please, I can’t find it on your playlists

    • @shrinithiashokkumar2694
      @shrinithiashokkumar2694 3 місяці тому

      Looking for straight edges for HDC

  • @nylorij-Lori
    @nylorij-Lori 3 роки тому +1458

    I’ve been crocheting for 50 years and never thought of trying to figure out how to create such a smooth finish to the sides. Awesome technique! Thank you! 💗

    • @kayebeal8066
      @kayebeal8066 2 роки тому +6

      Thank you for sharing.

    • @alesulaie4391
      @alesulaie4391 2 роки тому +7

      I feel exactly the same way 💖

    • @cinandrews
      @cinandrews 2 роки тому +3

      Same @nylorij

    • @m.elainebates7931
      @m.elainebates7931 2 роки тому +5

      I've tried other methods for straight edges. Sometimes it didn't matter bcuz I was putting on a border. But I'm going to try this next time I make a scarf or something. Thx for sharing😍

    • @curecidp
      @curecidp 2 роки тому +3

      Amen! 45 yrs for me!

  • @sallywasagoodolgal
    @sallywasagoodolgal 4 роки тому +683

    I've been crocheting since the mid 1940's, and have crocheted everything. I didn't know this. I've crocheted with fine thread and a 14 hook, and I've crocheted with worsted for afghans. This old dog learned a new trick. Thank you.

  • @mariakristinahawl1640
    @mariakristinahawl1640 3 роки тому +520

    Jaw drop. In 40+ years of crocheting, this is completely NEW to me. You are a GENIUS!! Thank you!

  • @missmayflower
    @missmayflower 3 роки тому +168

    Wonderful video! You got straight to it with no blah blah blah and gave us very clear instructions about what to do. Thanks so much.

    • @sunshineandwarmth
      @sunshineandwarmth Рік тому +5

      Yep. Miss Littlejohn is one of my favorites bc she teaches about crocheting and does a superb job. And she doesn't blab mindlessly, or tell us about all her ills or problems, or vacations, or family members, or let her pets or kids interrupt her, or apologize for things that shouldn't have happened in the first place, bc they don't happen at all.❤

    • @charlenegarcia5144
      @charlenegarcia5144 10 місяців тому +1

      I personally like the NO Blah, Blah!!!

  • @morrisdancer11
    @morrisdancer11 Рік тому +7

    Great tip: Thanks a lot . 0:34 is the most repeated because your fingers almost cover the stitch we must go into making it hard to see. Remember: When you are a beginner one of the hardest things to "get" is what each stitch looks like and where to put the hook.

  • @conraddaviliiersr.2917
    @conraddaviliiersr.2917 2 роки тому +69

    You are so talented. Not just in crochet skills but most importantly as a crochet teacher! Thank you for making these tutorials.

  • @barbsanderson231
    @barbsanderson231 4 роки тому +79

    So that's what they mean by a stacked or chainless turn for straight edges - TY!!!

  • @gtlam41
    @gtlam41 3 роки тому +77

    I watched this tutorial a few weeks back, and I've been using this method ever since. I can't thank you enough for showing us how to do (FINALLY LOL) straight edges. It seemed no matter what I tried I still had gappy, lumpy edges. NOW my work looks so much better. Thank you thank you thank you. 😁😁👏👏👍👍

    • @ChronicBrat
      @ChronicBrat Рік тому +1

      I thought it was just me who had the wonky edges, no matter how straight I try to get them!

  • @jhwatchlist6927
    @jhwatchlist6927 Рік тому +17

    If you want to use this method for a HDC, after the first SC do a Slip Stitch instead of the second SC.

    • @KPNoonz
      @KPNoonz 11 днів тому

      Another great tip!

  • @lolnope11never
    @lolnope11never Рік тому +6

    As a beginner, this is the BEST explanation and instruction I've seen! THANK YOU!! ❤

  • @YvonneWilson312
    @YvonneWilson312 4 роки тому +112

    Oh boy, this is a game-changer! Thank you so much for showing us this!

  • @winnepeterson7740
    @winnepeterson7740 3 роки тому +4

    I’ve been shown (and used) several methods for acquiring straight edges without holes. This one is the best ever. Thank you!

  • @mdbw3411
    @mdbw3411 3 роки тому +7

    This is my ABSOLUTE FAVOURITE way to keep my sides straight, thank you so much! It looks so neat and tidy

  • @Sortiara
    @Sortiara 4 місяці тому

    I've only been crocheting for a couple of years, but in 90 seconds you've improved the quality of most things I'll ever make moving forward. Thank you!

  • @Rita-cd9bj
    @Rita-cd9bj 2 роки тому

    That is Flipping! Awesome!!
    50 yrs. and still love Crochet, and this old dog is learning new tricks! ... I love it! Thanks for sharing

  • @deedeeodonnell696
    @deedeeodonnell696 4 роки тому +23

    OMG this is wonderful!! I have been making cowls for Christmas and I have been getting holes at the end from the chain 3. On my next cowl I will be doing this trick! Thank you so much!!!! 🐰🐰

  • @sashka139
    @sashka139 Рік тому +2

    О боже!!! Где же вы были раньше... Спасибо огромное!!!🥰🥰🥰

  • @AmandaMcLuckie
    @AmandaMcLuckie Рік тому

    I've been crocheting for 20 years and this is the best hack I've seen to date!!! Amazing!!

  • @dayzemae9015
    @dayzemae9015 3 роки тому +1

    I agree, been doing crocheting for sixty years and have never, ever seen this! I subscribing to you! Thank you❤️

  • @cathiegarrett
    @cathiegarrett 3 роки тому +7

    Oh I love learning something new. Thank you so much. I will definitely give This a try. I have never like those little gaps at the end of each row. Great tutorial.

  • @sharonw2008
    @sharonw2008 2 роки тому +9

    Thank you for an excellent short, sweet and informative video! I don't have the time or patience for really long, drawn out videos, this is so much better. New subbie! Xx

  • @amyjune8329
    @amyjune8329 5 місяців тому

    I was googling something and two of your videos came up. I think you are going to be my biggest helper on learning different techniques to make my crocheting look like I have been crocheting for years not just months! Thank you ❤

  • @Propakate
    @Propakate 6 місяців тому

    Ok, I think this just changed my entire crochet game for life!!! Thanks 😊

  • @conniekiefer7010
    @conniekiefer7010 2 роки тому

    I’ve been crocheting for 50+ and can’t wait to try this stitch. I know it will work beautifully. Thank You for sharing

  • @mreneeneely
    @mreneeneely 3 роки тому

    Noooooo! I've been crocheting for decades and you just changed everything!! Wow! Thank you so much!

  • @countryrat6t6
    @countryrat6t6 2 місяці тому +1

    Mind, blown. This is one of those "simple" things that's just like... how on earth is everyone not doing it this way already!!! Thanks for sharing!

  • @darlenecuker9711
    @darlenecuker9711 3 роки тому

    My Mom taught me this decades ago, but I forgot since I hadn't crocheted in years. Thank you so much. She had all kinds of professional level techniques for beautiful knitting and crochet, she was a designer, but I only half listened and now she is no longer around to ask.

  • @Brineytoes
    @Brineytoes 25 днів тому

    Wow! What a delight to find this hack! Thank you so much! I’m getting back to crochet after a 60 year absence, and want to learn the new better ways to doa nice job. This is one really great start! I’m grateful!🥰

    • @LittlejohnsYarn
      @LittlejohnsYarn  24 дні тому

      You are so welcome! Welcome back to the world world of Crochet🥰

  • @emilythompson3756
    @emilythompson3756 2 роки тому

    I’ve been crocheting for nearly 20 years and never knew this technique existed. Edging will be SO much easier and nicer looking now. Thank you!

  • @rscbmr1023
    @rscbmr1023 2 роки тому

    W O W !!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 I've been crocheting for a few decades but never saw this. Perfection.

  • @debbie3667
    @debbie3667 3 роки тому

    WOW! I have been crocheting for over 50 years and never seen this. I am an advanced crocheter and didn't think I could learn anything else. I watched because I was curious. This is so much simpler than what I do. Thank you very much.

  • @aliasallison343
    @aliasallison343 3 роки тому

    been crocheting for 40 years & This Is A Game Changer! thank you

  • @rebelagainstthegrains
    @rebelagainstthegrains 8 днів тому

    So awesome! I’m a full skein into a moss stitch baby blanket and now I want to pull it all out and start over just to fix my edges, LOL!

    • @LittlejohnsYarn
      @LittlejohnsYarn  3 дні тому

      Oh no. Don’t pull it out😂😂 try on your next pattern lol

  • @wendyannh
    @wendyannh Рік тому

    That is sheer genius, and you have just singlehandedly made me a much better crocheter.

  • @SunsetLakeLoops
    @SunsetLakeLoops Рік тому

    I’m new to this and after reading the comments I’m so thankful I stumbled upon this hack now. Thank you 😊 ❤

  • @Air0Sparks
    @Air0Sparks 3 роки тому

    Not just straight edges but much more friendly to seam!!! Thank you!

  • @gerrik9714
    @gerrik9714 4 роки тому +2

    The best tip ever. My edges are truly straight. Thank you.

  • @susanevans6675
    @susanevans6675 2 роки тому

    I am floored. Mind is blown. I will be using this trick from now on.

  • @soul_fiddler.cosplay20
    @soul_fiddler.cosplay20 Рік тому

    OMG! It worked THANK YOU SO MUCH! This might improve the crib sized baby afghan I’ve been working on for my coworker/friend/manager at my grocery store’s customer service who’s having her baby in November, 2023.

  • @michelerice5983
    @michelerice5983 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much for this video. It has been a blessing to me. I don't know how many times I ripped out my work and started over.

  • @jeanineemery4617
    @jeanineemery4617 3 роки тому

    This is great. I have been crocheting for 40 years and have never seen this before! You are amazing!!

  • @Pluviophile218
    @Pluviophile218 3 роки тому

    This is slick! I've been crocheting over 45 years, never saw this one! Gotta try it. Thanks!

  • @pattyann4283
    @pattyann4283 3 роки тому +2

    Why, why, why didn’t I see this sooner!!!!!!! 😩 ♥️ all my work would have been perfect, but I would always work it out, but this ♥️CHANGED MY CROCHET LIFE♥️ I’m just “Soo grateful “ for this!!! Trust me!!!🤣👍🏼♥️👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼♥️

  • @krischaelgreene6865
    @krischaelgreene6865 4 роки тому +5

    This is the best tip EVER! Thank you SO much for sharing it! My swatch was PERFECT! I can't wait for your tip for shorter stitches! 🧶🧶🧶

  • @gemmagem257
    @gemmagem257 Рік тому

    New crocheter here….what an amazing find this video is. THANK YOU 💖

  • @sereathabracely920
    @sereathabracely920 4 роки тому +5

    Genius! Waiting on the hdc and sc tutorial❣

  • @badgamerkat
    @badgamerkat 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, thank you so much! I"ve been crocheting for over 40 years and usually only crochet amis in the round because I hate doing straight edges because they're never straight. I only hope I can remember this next time I do a scarf or something.

  • @TheBBLimon
    @TheBBLimon 3 роки тому

    I tried the tips you gave me. Before, I repeated the wrong case, and I thought that was the natural result. Now it is enough to cut my hand on my knitted fabric with sharp edges. Now, I feel better after knitting, so I want to keep knitting. Thank you so much.

  • @ariainman6691
    @ariainman6691 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing. I do one sc all around one row....Then I do HDC one row all around
    all my work. AND it works.

  • @jennifer226
    @jennifer226 2 місяці тому

    This worked great ! My scarf and lap blanket look so nice on the edges!

  • @sherriejb7017
    @sherriejb7017 3 роки тому

    Wow!!! Thank you!! I've crocheted for over 20 years and didn't know this!

  • @AlexandrePereira2
    @AlexandrePereira2 3 роки тому

    this is SO HELPFUL, especially for making scarves! I never liked the way their edges ended up until now! thanks a lot!

  • @dottieburton5501
    @dottieburton5501 4 роки тому +2

    thank you I love learning new ways to make out projects better again thank you

  • @rebeccagutierrez456
    @rebeccagutierrez456 3 роки тому

    🤯
    I’ve only known how to crochet for about 6-7 years and I’ve never seen this! AMAZING!

  • @summertpy3546
    @summertpy3546 3 роки тому

    Nice. No more extra effort needed to crochet for the edge anymore. thanks

  • @kathrynboisvert8976
    @kathrynboisvert8976 3 роки тому

    Wow gotta try this technique! It should dissolve my frustration over this messy edges issue, THANK U🙌🏻😀!!

  • @joandmary0815
    @joandmary0815 9 місяців тому

    Wow!!!! I don't crochet too much because I hate the bumpy edges! You have opened up a whole new craft for me❤ thank you!❤

  • @severma22
    @severma22 4 роки тому +6

    That’s amazing! I had read about it couldn’t figure it out on my own. Thanks Little John

  • @stageluvr91
    @stageluvr91 3 роки тому

    This just BLOWS MY MIND!! thanks for sharing this hack.

  • @dalerichardson6212
    @dalerichardson6212 3 роки тому

    Very best hack ever!! Thank you so much! And you don’t have to go searching for how to get into that final stitch.

  • @depressoespresso5904
    @depressoespresso5904 10 місяців тому +1

    THIS IS IMCREDIBLE

  • @joclark3702
    @joclark3702 2 роки тому

    I knew there had to be a better way to get straight edges! THANK YOU!!!

  • @michaela0502
    @michaela0502 3 роки тому

    You just changed my crochet life!!!!! THANK YOUUU

  • @debraf7427
    @debraf7427 4 роки тому +2

    Clear and concise, my favourite type of tutorial. Thank you.

  • @michellewerries7433
    @michellewerries7433 2 роки тому

    All I can say is WOW! Thank you! I hate those gaps.

  • @pattyann4283
    @pattyann4283 3 роки тому

    You are an awesome teacher, easy to follow!!! You explain at a lovely pace which means “the world”, and your work as well, so Thank You!!👍🏼♥️😉

  • @j.j.w.6431
    @j.j.w.6431 4 роки тому +1

    Alysha, you are a great teacher!!! Thanks for making my day!

  • @patricia6809
    @patricia6809 3 роки тому

    Brilliant. I’ve seen a few different techniques to get this straight edge, this is far superior! Best looking and easiest way I’ve seen to obtain it. Way to go!

  • @nonyabidness1623
    @nonyabidness1623 7 місяців тому

    Great information and demonstration, now, if I can just remember this! Thank you for your post, I'm sure many seeing this will appreciate it!

  • @rooshar13
    @rooshar13 Місяць тому

    I just started crouching again. I learned in my teens and life got in the way so after 40 years I'm giving it a try. This video was just what I needed to stay straight!

    • @LittlejohnsYarn
      @LittlejohnsYarn  Місяць тому

      Welcome back to the crochet world ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @dorcasfields6624
    @dorcasfields6624 4 роки тому +1

    I love this tip. I will use it from now on. I can't wait for the smaller size stitch tips.

  • @nicoladunnill8449
    @nicoladunnill8449 3 місяці тому

    Thank you so much, I've been making bags recently and doing long chains for the straps drives me crazy thanks to you I can now make them the width I want and do shorter rows

  • @stelladowney6891
    @stelladowney6891 Рік тому

    Genius - has worked out So much neater - thank you!

  • @JennisisTheXMormonAlien
    @JennisisTheXMormonAlien Рік тому

    Life changing!! Thank you for sharing. I have many projects that I really love, but those funky edges make me feel like I'm doing a poor job. This will help immensely 😮

  • @mariannestouten9374
    @mariannestouten9374 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for this great tip. I am using your tip in granny's as well. Works great and look much better.

  • @daniellesnyder1244
    @daniellesnyder1244 Рік тому

    Thank you!!! Soooo much cleaner than any other method I’ve found, especially with a treble stitch!

  • @jazziecupcake2967
    @jazziecupcake2967 Рік тому

    Omg this is the best!! I was making two straps for a bag and I undid both of them and followed your tutorial. It looks sooo much nicer! Thank you!!

  • @aishawalters2518
    @aishawalters2518 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much I’m struggling with blanket edges im so happy and amazed 😅😊❤

  • @fossphur
    @fossphur 2 роки тому

    Results look amazing, and very quick clear explanation of how to get there! Thank you so much!

  • @justdi3347
    @justdi3347 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome tip, now to just try to remember this is another thing. Thanks Alyshia

  • @goldmanfan504
    @goldmanfan504 Рік тому

    Thank you! I’m working on crocheting wash cloths and wanted to work on having a non-wonky edge. Your tutorial is concise, well made, and SUPER helpful.

  • @joelbarron5328
    @joelbarron5328 Рік тому

    TY, I love you for teaching me this trick. This is my first time watching your channel and I subscribed and gave you a thumbs up.

  • @ebonythornton3582
    @ebonythornton3582 3 місяці тому

    Thank you so much & I love the fact that you are very clear on explaining this method.

  • @koretmulder6316
    @koretmulder6316 Рік тому

    Wow - so helpful! I've always kind of low-level hated the part in a project where I have to either join pieces or add on trim, because the edge was just all over the place. This will make it so much easier, and neater-looking too!

  • @Bjoerk875
    @Bjoerk875 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the great tip. Now I finally have a nice, clean edge.

  • @dezyroxursox
    @dezyroxursox Рік тому

    Thank you. I completely forgot about this 💓. I stopped crocheting for about 5years. This was one of my hacks.🤭😄

  • @bridgetgainous3196
    @bridgetgainous3196 Рік тому

    Thank you! My project looks so much better! Thank you for sharing this hack.

  • @hayayaghmour854
    @hayayaghmour854 3 роки тому

    That is amazing 😯😯😯 I swear I was looking for a solution for this problem , the edges of the crochet . Thank you thank you thank you sooooooooooo much 🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺

  • @marianarodriguezc5463
    @marianarodriguezc5463 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks! Saludos y bendiciones desde la CDMX en mi México lindo y querido

  • @bettyannbest
    @bettyannbest Рік тому

    Oh my goodness!!! This is a game changer, can't wait to try it, thank you!!

  • @MsRedwiz
    @MsRedwiz 3 роки тому

    I thought it was much more difficult! Great and clear explanation

  • @raysafrias8926
    @raysafrias8926 3 роки тому

    Thank you, thank you, thank you, this method has been the best for straight edges. Thank you again👏👏👏👏👏

  • @lriv4347
    @lriv4347 2 роки тому

    Daaang! Great hack! So glad a stumbled upon this. Thank you!

  • @shereecorbin6058
    @shereecorbin6058 Рік тому

    I have been having so many problems with keeping my scarfs straight. Thank You

  • @macdaiddavidson8051
    @macdaiddavidson8051 3 роки тому

    Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! What an easy way to keep edges neat and tidy!!

  • @joycerodriguez9127
    @joycerodriguez9127 3 роки тому

    Holy moly let me start my project over!! This is amazing

  • @scizessita
    @scizessita 3 роки тому

    THANK YOU! What I do is turn the work then slip stitch into the first stitch and then chain three for the pretend dc and then carry on with the work. It helps keep the edge smooth, but your nifty trick is *WAAAAAAAAAAAY* better because it actually mimics the shape and body of a dc stitch. Brava! You have my undying admiration and gratitude. :°}

  • @karencollins7732
    @karencollins7732 3 роки тому

    WOW!! Thank you so much for sharing everything with us!!!
    Please take care and stay safe and healthy 💕💗💖🎶🦋

  • @JJW77
    @JJW77 3 роки тому

    You are a great teacher and to the point!