Crochet Hook Sizes, Gauge and Chaining | BEGINNER | The Crochet Crowd

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  • @michellecrowley550
    @michellecrowley550 11 років тому +2

    My 7 year old wanted to learn how to crochet. Your videos have helped her learn. She is still mastering the chain stitch but she is very proud of her work so far. Thank you for making it so easy to learn =)

  • @ZeXQeX
    @ZeXQeX 11 років тому +2

    Best tutorial for beginners period. Never did understand the labels and now I do. I can buy yarns confidently. Thanks!

  • @ItchyTrigahFingah
    @ItchyTrigahFingah 12 років тому +1

    Thank you for everything you do. I have struggled with finding a hobby that would help settle my very over active mind and obssesive thoughts. As corney as it may sound chrochet has changed my life. it has helped me become balanced and at peace. I could not have learned so quickly with out your efforts. Thank you sincerely Christopher...........

  • @Katiepkh1022
    @Katiepkh1022 12 років тому +2

    Mikey, you are a Crochet Rock Star! I just found you this evening and have already learned so much and am working on a sample piece using the wave. Your videos are very clear, concise and enough information without being too much information.
    Looking forward to tackling my first afghan soon!!!

  • @sewinsuzie75
    @sewinsuzie75 10 років тому +8

    Mikey, I can't tell you how much I have learned from the Curtzy tutorials. I have only ever crocheted afghans. I learned I wasn't moving the crochet hook right. It is going to increase my speed.
    Even the slip knot. I never liked my chains I watched and watched your hands. I am working with you. It's great watching on TV I can work and not bother with my iPad. Thank you, you have opened a whole new world for an 80 yr. old lady. I was self taught from a very old Paton & Baldwins book. It just showed how to do the sts and a granny sq. which was fine for then.

    • @lillianneal5849
      @lillianneal5849 9 років тому +1

      I'm 67, and my Mother taught me how to crochet. Our Mother's teach us all sort of things to do. Rosie Greer use to needle point. He was a hugh man and also a football player..

    • @ammarjardat9949
      @ammarjardat9949 8 років тому +1

      b08

  • @snieves311
    @snieves311 10 років тому +3

    I'm a knitter and when I learned I was told that I would find crochet hard because knitters always say that. And crocheters always say knitting is hard.
    Your tutorials are awesome. I have a 22 piece set of crochet how and want to learn! Thanks!

  • @emilya126
    @emilya126 10 років тому +2

    this was fantastic to watch...the way you showed in detail to hold the yarn has me crocheting faster than ever...your tut's are great for beginners as well as myself who strated again after 10 years and lost my quickness and basics..love this series

  • @nicolesanner853
    @nicolesanner853 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for the GREAT INFORMATIONAL videos. They have helped me achieve my Crochet goals.

  • @Markert514
    @Markert514 12 років тому +1

    Thank you so much!!!! This is so much better than a book. I need multiple modalitites to TRULY understand this and you have given this to me. Woo Hoo and thank you!

  • @rosalindappel2377
    @rosalindappel2377 8 років тому +1

    I just wanted to thank you for your wonderful instructions. I am a great knitter but for the first time ever, I feel I can now master crochet too thanks to your great tuition.

  • @thedolphin1985
    @thedolphin1985 12 років тому +1

    His instructions are very helpful! It makes so much sense and is super easy to follow.

  • @amethyla
    @amethyla 12 років тому +1

    really good to know this before starting any project...now i understand the difference why we need loads of sizes to choose from...thanx for the info...really helps a lot...looking forward to see more uploaded tutorials from u...thanx again...

  • @IreneKiew
    @IreneKiew 7 років тому +1

    Thank you! I am a total beginner and this video was very clear, one of the best tutorials I've seen!

  • @hailstorm78
    @hailstorm78 2 роки тому

    you are such an incredible teacher! You explain everything so well and make it crystal clear 😊😊😊

  • @Livingmybestlife887
    @Livingmybestlife887 10 років тому +2

    Thanks so much for your tutorials! Your the only one I've found that I can follow and learning how to crochet! You rock!

  • @ksbroussard9569
    @ksbroussard9569 5 років тому +1

    What some great tips I picked up. Even singing row row row your boat!

  • @venus2471
    @venus2471 9 років тому

    You have a natural talent for teaching. Thank you very much for offering me this series of videos. I've tried to learn how tho crochet since I was a child to no avail. However, I will not be defeated! Being a visual learner I may stand a chance in actually learning how to overcome this challenge this time. Thank you so very much. Now, here I go on a merry hunt for my old crochet hooks & some yarn so that I can actually start my marathon sessions of learning how to crochet once and for all! My goal is to crochet my daughter a bikini (like from the 70's) that is made of fine yarn. I will feel I've met my challenge once I'm able to do that. Again, thank's so very much!

  • @matthewstone4385
    @matthewstone4385 7 років тому +2

    I usually look for crochet videos based on length. I usually pick the shortest bc my experience has been crotchet videos can drag, and drag, and drag. Either explaining each step multiple times or the 10 different ways of doing it.
    NOT you!!! Wham bam thank you ma'am! You explain the how's and the why's without making me regret ever picking up a crotchet hook!
    THANK YOU!
    Can't wait to watch all lessons!!!

    • @TheCrochetCrowd
      @TheCrochetCrowd  7 років тому +1

      Thanks for your vote confidence. - MIkey

    • @adiktd2love
      @adiktd2love 7 років тому +1

      How to Crochet - The Crochet Crowd

    • @adiktd2love
      @adiktd2love 7 років тому +1

      How to Crochet - The Crochet Crowd. so if pattern calls for 8mm and i only have a 10 will the pattern still come out right the yarn is same just dont have that size hook right now

  • @heath2694
    @heath2694 10 років тому +3

    Wow, great video! I wish I had found you weeks ago while beginning to crochet. I am on my way to making more intricate items, but I am going to watch your videos from the beginning because you answered a lot of questions I have had. You made it so simple and clear. I can't wait to watch the rest of your videos! Thank you!

  • @afireinside142
    @afireinside142 11 років тому +1

    This is the only video I've found so far that has actually gotten it to "click" for me, I can finally do basic chaining lol

  • @neilfan18802
    @neilfan18802 10 років тому +1

    I love this series. Thank you. Now I will know how to crochet the right way.

    • @mystictree_potterings
      @mystictree_potterings 10 років тому +1

      There is no right or wrong way. This is one way and there are many others. Whatever works for the individual is their right way.

  • @franzfms86
    @franzfms86 5 років тому +2

    Now, this is really informative. It is like reviewing what I learned from my older cousin during our childhood.

  • @franzfms86
    @franzfms86 5 років тому +1

    Finally! A male youtuber for this craft of crochet.

    • @rlarviso
      @rlarviso 5 років тому +2

      Right on man!

  • @pamelamcintosh236
    @pamelamcintosh236 11 років тому

    Again, I have just started crocheting again. I REALLY appreciate your teaching videos.
    YOU ROCK AT IT..Very Clear. CONGRATS

  • @TheCrochetCrowd
    @TheCrochetCrowd  12 років тому +1

    there is a right and wrong side to your crochet projects....if you search "Right Side / Wrong Side - The Crochet Side" on youtube this video will explain how to tell which side is which..End at wrong side row means after you establish the right and wrong sides of your work when you get the end of the wrong side row stop....hope that helps Cathy@ the crochet crowd helpdesk :)

  • @TheCrochetCrowd
    @TheCrochetCrowd  11 років тому +2

    the reason some patterns recommend you do a gauge swatch is to make sure your stitches with the hook recommended is coming out to the right measurements for the project so it works up right..it sounds like your stitches are more on the loose side so instead of coming out to the right measurements you are needing to adjust your hook size down to get the right sizing....

  • @ladydayana
    @ladydayana 11 років тому +2

    Thank you, I love how you explain and take your time to really teach us HOW to crochet :) I can't wait to get started!

  • @TheCrochetCrowd
    @TheCrochetCrowd  11 років тому +1

    Part #2 ....this can happen a lot with beginners before they get there stitches down and consistent but some crocheters just tend to stitch more loosely than others ....also if you want to unravel the swatch and reuse the yarn thats fine....hope that helps you ....cathy@ the crochet crowd :)

  • @donnamobley146
    @donnamobley146 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so very much.

  • @TheCrochetCrowd
    @TheCrochetCrowd  11 років тому +1

    Under the picture at the top of the page there is a subscribe button to click and then you will be all set.... Cathy@The Crochet Crowd :)

  • @Shirleyhayes68
    @Shirleyhayes68 12 років тому +1

    Thanks for the video, I cant wait to go thru all of the videos

  • @TheCrochetCrowd
    @TheCrochetCrowd  12 років тому +1

    usually the patterns will tell you which hooks to use for the project to get the correct sizing for the project.....but if your winging something the bigger the # of strands the larger hook you will want to use..... so for example if I have 3 strands going at the same time I might use a k hook but anymore than that I would use an N hook or larger ..... just go with what your comfortable with ....cathy@ the crochet crowd helpdesk :)

  • @craftylottylady
    @craftylottylady 13 років тому +1

    This is so helpful to me as a newbie to crochet. Thank you for the lesson :-)

  • @trebob
    @trebob 12 років тому +1

    I love curtzy crochet!!!! All 24 baby!!

  • @lolitarazo
    @lolitarazo 7 років тому +1

    Thank you Mikey!

  • @silviakatz4
    @silviakatz4 13 років тому +1

    Thankyou for sending me from Lesson Nº 1, i just love all your work, is fantastic.,.
    i m from Argentina!!!.

  • @AgainEven
    @AgainEven 13 років тому +1

    Wow...five stings at once! I can't help but wonder how much that afghan weighed! lol Really awesome tutorials, can't wait for the next one. I noted that you have some smaller bamboo hooks. I never use the plastic hooks, they just don't feel right, and my 9 yo son crochets as well, usually with my hooks. The bamboo ones look beautiful to me, but my question is, how do they feel? Are they fairly sturdy, or do they feel like they might snap in your hand if you get a little to tight?

  • @datileromulegino
    @datileromulegino 13 років тому +1

    THANKS...!! HI FROM BAJA CALIFORNIA SUR , MÉXICO

  • @elisar222
    @elisar222 11 років тому +3

    I like your videos,so simple so easy to follow but I cant stop wondering, youre a man, how come you know that much about crochet :)

  • @mystictree_potterings
    @mystictree_potterings 10 років тому +5

    I just wanted to reply to William Daughtrey but I can't do so directly on his post.
    There is no rule about how to hold the yarn and the hook. There are some very common ways that a lot of people choose but the key is to find the way that makes the craft feel comfortable for you.
    If you look on youtube you will see different people do it different ways with good results.
    The only way I can crochet is by tensioning the yarn round my left index finger only. For me that is comfortable and works well. So I would encourage you and other beginners who are struggling to hold the yarn and hook to try different ways until you are happy.

    • @marymmiranda
      @marymmiranda 8 років тому +1

      Thank you. Its actually what I say. There is no wrong or right in how you hold your hook. All that matters is that you are comfortable with how you hold it. I hold mine like a pencil. Its how I grabbed it when my mom was teaching me how to crochet. Then I realized she was holding it like I was. So it doesn't really matter. My projects and my mother's always came out beautifully.

    • @marymmiranda
      @marymmiranda 8 років тому +1

      Thank you. Its actually what I say. There is no wrong or right in how you hold your hook. All that matters is that you are comfortable with how you hold it. I hold mine like a pencil. Its how I grabbed it when my mom was teaching me how to crochet. Then I realized she was holding it like I was. So it doesn't really matter. My projects and my mother's always came out beautifully.

  • @shahina329
    @shahina329 10 років тому +1

    Excellent tutorial. Do you recommend the gel like thingi on the hook so your hand does not get tired ? Sorry I don't know what it is correctly called.

  • @SusanMJensen
    @SusanMJensen 10 років тому +3

    Mikey love your videos I wasnt to know how many sts per inch for G--H--I hooks

    • @SusanMJensen
      @SusanMJensen 10 років тому +1

      NO SANSWER about how many sts in an inch on / g-h-I Hook ???

    • @tinselPixie
      @tinselPixie 10 років тому +1

      Susan Jensen Wouldn't it depend on the yarn? Usually on the label of the yarn it will say how many stitches per inch one should get for their suggested size of hook. Patterns will also say so many stitches per inch. So one has to do one of the "dreaded" sample swatches to see how many stitches one IS getting. :) There's no hard and fast rule as we all tend to naturally crochet and knit at differing tensions. So if you are getting more stitches per inch than it says on the label or pattern you need to change out your crochet hook to one size larger, and if you are getting less stitches per inch than they suggest then you need to go down to a smaller hook. Often one size down is sufficient but use whatever size of hook you need to gain the correct number of stitches per inch that the pattern suggests. If you don't do this you can end up with a sweater that's too large or too small and believe me I've done that! :P :) Hope this helps!

  • @mirwena
    @mirwena 12 років тому +1

    Thank You sooo much for all of this! :) Now I found out that chain is made from 3 strands... and I've done it wrong.... anyway... I have a question about making things from two or more strands: should I choose hook size which is sum of recommended yarn of each strand? F.ex. I use two 5 mm strands, should I use 10 mm hook? :)

  • @meli9636
    @meli9636 9 років тому +1

    This was very helpful. Thank you. I have been confused somewhat on the relationship between yarn, needle and gauge on a pattern. If I want to make something I see a pattern for with a different type of material than what the pattern calls for for example, how do I determine the needle to use? Here's an example.... I see a pattern for a sweater for my dog.....well in Minnesota a heavy sweater would be nice and I could follow the pattern exactly, however here in Costa Rica, a lighter sweater is best and I want to use more of a crochet thread than a yard, how do I make those adjustments? Also, I like making toys for my doggies but most of the patterns I see are toys for big dogs, and again I'm wanting to make something smaller so I want to use a lighter weight material and smaller needle but I don't know how to calculate the adjustment. All I've learned lately is that I don't actually know enough about crocheting.....not as much as I though I knew that's for sure.... :)
    Also, not all needles seem to be consistently labeled.....some are letters, some a numbers some are in MM and while I live out of the country in Latin America I'm even more confused by the needle size selection process?! Can you make this less confusing for me?! I'm lost a bit and getting more and more confused trying to find my way out and figure out what my question actually is...... :)! Yikes!
    PS I think you are the one who did the dog sweater tutorial that I made the other day..... the sweater turned out awesome FYI :)

  • @malehab8423
    @malehab8423 7 років тому +1

    very useful, thanks 😊

  • @hyashika1200
    @hyashika1200 8 років тому +1

    so helpful, thank you

  • @Lorieterr
    @Lorieterr 13 років тому +1

    Thanks!

  • @AimHuangRajJaeWan
    @AimHuangRajJaeWan 3 роки тому

    I got my crochet 🧶 materials from Michaels Arts and Crafts Supply Store 😊

  • @lonecedar1659
    @lonecedar1659 9 років тому +1

    Would you suggest using curtzy set of twelve aluminum crochet hooks size 2mm-8mm, and if so where can you find them?

  • @seasons0123
    @seasons0123 9 років тому +1

    Thank you!

  • @eiphyuthwe60
    @eiphyuthwe60 12 років тому +1

    Awesome, I love your show:)

  • @1959GreenGables
    @1959GreenGables 7 років тому +1

    Hi, Mikey! What length Tunisian flexible crochet hook do I need to crochet a 46 to 48 inch blanket? I will be using bulky/super bulky yarn. Thanks.

  • @lmcinnis5967
    @lmcinnis5967 4 роки тому +1

    Where do i go to get your diagrams that you make for your patterns. I have watched many of your afghan videos but do not know how to ask for the diagram that you say we can print? Knew to this and appreciate your help. Thank you

  • @genmama1955
    @genmama1955 13 років тому +2

    Great tutorials, but I am having such a hard time turning. I just cant see where to put the hook so I get a straight edge. It's not really obvious in the tutorial. Thanks!

  • @KatBat67
    @KatBat67 13 років тому +1

    Very good :)

  • @bcooltrice
    @bcooltrice 10 років тому +1

    I subscribed to the channel but where do I go to sign up for the newsletter?

  • @luanneroeder6245
    @luanneroeder6245 9 років тому +1

    When making an afgan, which size hook to yarn do you suggest?

  • @wonderingstar5468
    @wonderingstar5468 11 років тому

    Hi, I have been watching your vids and have learnt so much! I enjoy my time crocheting
    and watching at same time. Thank you so so much for your easu and understandable vids. All the very best to you

  • @carlacavender9176
    @carlacavender9176 10 років тому +1

    Is the pattern in the afghan at the beginning video a catherine wheel? Thanks!

    • @TheCrochetCrowd
      @TheCrochetCrowd  10 років тому +3

      yes both afghans are catherine wheel afghans one is an extreme one using multiple strands of yarn at once and a large hook and the other is the stitch using regular thinner ply yarn and a smaller sz hook ....Cathy@The Crochet Crowd :)

  • @samanthastewart7133
    @samanthastewart7133 3 роки тому

    Can you put the link to all of the videos in this series

  • @drummerlovesbookworm9738
    @drummerlovesbookworm9738 9 років тому +2

    Thumbs up!

  • @carolinestewart532
    @carolinestewart532 6 років тому +1

    Hi Mikey if yarn bought in Europe is crochet hook size same as UK ie yarn from Turkey?

  • @layusuf6632
    @layusuf6632 4 роки тому +1

    i'm so confuse. i just bought 2.5mm crochet hook... to replace my 2.5mm worn hook..but the hook is slightly small..does different brand comes with diff size???

  • @nerinaroxannakhan2815
    @nerinaroxannakhan2815 4 роки тому

    How do you work out what size hook and what weight of a ball of yarn is if you only have nothing except 100% acrilic and washing instruction on the label? I’m confused 🤪
    Also I have some yarn which are DK weight but are very different yarn widths. Some are thin or thicker than others😠
    Could you please explain this in a tutorial or text.
    Thanxs

  • @bearteddy1992
    @bearteddy1992 7 років тому +1

    which hook for which yarn inline vs tapered

  • @Amie-
    @Amie- 8 років тому +1

    Mikey, love your videos! I remember seeing it in one video, but I can't find it now; about the dye lots on the label. I ordered some Bernat blanket yarn and Bernat baby blanket yarn, I can't fine the dye lot on the label. do they have dye lots for those? one is solid taupe and the other is "little sand castles". help please lol

    • @marymmiranda
      @marymmiranda 8 років тому +2

      Hi Amy....your best bet is to get a hold of Bernat themselves. Being they are the ones with the information you need. Also dye lots tend to change even for the same color.

    • @Amie-
      @Amie- 8 років тому +1

      Mary Miranda thank you. I'm assuming I have the same dye lot if there is one listed. All the numbers match on all skeins and they all look the same on color. It's weird bc on other brands I can find the dye lot number indicated by the words dye lot lol. Thank you!

    • @marymmiranda
      @marymmiranda 8 років тому +2

      I'm glad I could help you, dear.

  • @NotLimitedTo1
    @NotLimitedTo1 11 років тому +1

    I made a mistake. I went to buy crocheting materials today, and my mom took me to Wal-mart. I picked up a set of hooks(D-K) and some yarn. Once I saw this video though, I realized the yarn needed size L(hook). Do I need to return it, because it's only one size up from the largest of my hooks.

    • @lillianneal5849
      @lillianneal5849 9 років тому +1

      You should always have a varitey of hooks. Never know when you'll need them.

  • @nl2766
    @nl2766 3 роки тому

    Is the gauge based on rows of single crichet?

  • @tayabazaidi4526
    @tayabazaidi4526 2 роки тому

    Please let me know how to hold a 2.00 mm crochet hook while working with a thread?? Thanks

  • @mildredrome3999
    @mildredrome3999 7 років тому +1

    hey Mikey how does one do a split stitch.?

  • @katzrule34
    @katzrule34 12 років тому

    There are MANY, MANY ways of holding the hook, and the yarn also, so don't limit yourself to just one way, find which works best for you.

  • @lorrenelemaster1802
    @lorrenelemaster1802 8 років тому +3

    My crochet hooks are very old when they were szed with a letter. What size letter is a 6,5 ?

  • @cgwifey08
    @cgwifey08 8 років тому +1

    anyone know where he got these hooks from? the curtsy hooks? I can't find them anywhere

  • @tulip75019
    @tulip75019 10 років тому

    I loved this I was holding my yarn all wrong.

    • @mystictree_potterings
      @mystictree_potterings 10 років тому +1

      There is no wrong way or right way; just your way and my way. Whatever works for the individual is perfect.

  • @decentangel5181
    @decentangel5181 3 роки тому +1

    How can I get the hooks??

  • @aprilrobertson6806
    @aprilrobertson6806 6 років тому +1

    Mikey how do I make the dolls bigger please help

  • @marionnelson3499
    @marionnelson3499 3 роки тому

    What size needle is used for the super bulky yarn

  • @ShadowStiver
    @ShadowStiver 11 років тому +1

    I'm crocheting jigglypuff a Pokémon. So if I want to make jigglypuff would I need a bigger hook

  • @nirmiti27
    @nirmiti27 12 років тому

    What end at wrong side row means ?

  • @catherinebodrie6533
    @catherinebodrie6533 8 років тому +1

    I am confused on he difference between mm hooks and u.s. hooks , like g hook, or 2.75 mm. how do I know which u.s. hook when they say a mm hook?

    • @brittanymorris9528
      @brittanymorris9528 8 років тому +1

      On the package of the hook it should
      Say which mm it is on all of my hooks it says US#9-5.5mm

  • @wendywilkinson1857
    @wendywilkinson1857 8 років тому +1

    what is a n.2 crochet hook

  • @brechal1
    @brechal1 13 років тому

    I do not see where to sign up for these, I have looked over this whole page, really makes me feel stupid, can you help me out

  • @williamdaughtrey7291
    @williamdaughtrey7291 10 років тому +2

    I guess I am one of these people who will never learn to crochet.The way the yarn has to be held is very awkward and I can't do it. Also the yarn keeps slipping out from under the hook and I keep rewinding over and over and it slips around and I just can't make it work. The only way I can do it is while pinching the wrapped yarn in the hook I use my index finger nail to push the yarn over and it makes a chain. I know it's weird and hard to explain but it is the only way I can do it.

    • @tinselPixie
      @tinselPixie 10 років тому +1

      Sometimes it's really hard to grasp a concept from a video, it just is. :) I'd suggest finding someone who crochets to show you directly how they do it. Yarn shops and hobby shops often hold free or minimal charge beginner classes and there an instructor can explain the things that don't make sense. It's helped me more than once. :) Also if one instructor doesn't seem to make sense, try another. I had an oil painting instructor and we never ever agreed on how to paint the sky, just saying some people do things one way and you may do it another. I'm sure there's a solution out there for you!

    • @lillianneal5849
      @lillianneal5849 9 років тому +1

      William, hold the yarn & needle the way it feels comfortable to you. There is no certain way to hold it. What ever floats your boat, do it that way!!! Good luck.

  • @Dablkwid0w2008
    @Dablkwid0w2008 11 років тому +1

    I never watch my gauge! I don't know how!

  • @FontrellaCole
    @FontrellaCole 12 років тому

    12 single crochet +15 rounds should equal 4 in.

  • @Gina-bt7qk
    @Gina-bt7qk 7 років тому +1

    Thank you!