LEARN TO CROCHET (for real this time) | SLOW Step-By-Step How to Crochet Tutorial

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  • Опубліковано 9 чер 2024
  • Ready to truly master crochet? This tutorial is tailored for absolute beginners. Dive in as we cover the essentials: from preparing your yarn and making a slip knot to holding your hook correctly. By the end, you'll be equipped with foundational techniques to kickstart your crochet journey.
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    00:00 Welcome
    01:11 Materials
    02:18 Making a slipknot
    03:50 How to hold a crochet hook and yarn
    05:44 How to make a starting chain
    10:54 Single crochet
    14:44 Counting your stitches
    21:17 Half double crochet
    29:26 Double crochet
    36:10 "Reading" your crochet fabric
    37:04 Slip stitch
    40:35 What is fastening off
    41:40 Weaving in ends
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  • @TLYarnCrafts
    @TLYarnCrafts  Рік тому +225

    Hey honies! Glad you like the yarn I'm using. It's from a company called Yarn & Colors. The gray is called Zen, a tubular nylon/cotton blend and it's color 096; the brown/orange is called Cheerful, a voluminous wool/acrylic blend, and it's color 026. You can find these yarns on Yarn And Colors website - www.yarnandcolors.com/

    • @pamallison2922
      @pamallison2922 Рік тому +4

      Thank you so much!!

    • @Qaiint
      @Qaiint 11 місяців тому +19

      I’m a 10 yr old chrochet beginner and I’ve been stumbled on the single chrochet and this is helping! Thank you so much 😊 !

    • @williewampwamp6513
      @williewampwamp6513 11 місяців тому +7

      This is so easy to follow & you explain it all clearly- thank you sooo much! I look forward to more!

    • @sambunnyfluff9810
      @sambunnyfluff9810 10 місяців тому +10

      Just wanted to say I’m forty years old. People have tried to teach me for around 35years.
      Watched you and boom I get it 😭❤️❤️❤️❤️( I think it’s cause you have the nicest voice 😂❤️)

    • @lesleuth
      @lesleuth 10 місяців тому +1

      I don’t have any idea how to crochet but I just love your positivity and your willingness to teach! Maybe I’m bout to learn…

  • @TOYTIMEwithNIA
    @TOYTIMEwithNIA Рік тому +559

    She doesn’t just tell you how to crochet it she tells you what your doing. Super helpful!

  • @inniyaalprabahar
    @inniyaalprabahar 2 роки тому +2993

    A tip for beginners: Even though I am still a beginner my tip is don’t let other people tell you what is right and wrong. Choose what it is comfortable for you for example I was told I have to hold my hook like a pencil but the way I hold it makes me 10 times faster than holding it like a pencil! If you do something differently doesn’t mean it isn’t right!

    • @caitlynbecker3626
      @caitlynbecker3626 2 роки тому +72

      This! Also good to note that you don't have to hold every hook the same. For example if I'm using big yarn, meaning big hooks (looking at you Bernat Blanket Extra) I change my hook grip to accommodate. I usually do a modified pencil/chopstick hold, but when using extra large hooks I knife hold. It is ALL about what is comfortable for YOU.

    • @nikkiburt8468
      @nikkiburt8468 2 роки тому +45

      I don't understand how anyone prefers pencil hold - it is so difficult!

    • @inniyaalprabahar
      @inniyaalprabahar 2 роки тому +11

      @@caitlynbecker3626 totally! I don’t use chunky yarn for crochet because I don’t find it very easy to use as a beginner but I understand what you are saying!

    • @inniyaalprabahar
      @inniyaalprabahar 2 роки тому +5

      @@nikkiburt8468 same! It is so hard for me

    • @caitlynbecker3626
      @caitlynbecker3626 2 роки тому +21

      @@inniyaalprabahar I've been crocheting off and on for 20 years, and almost daily for the last 2-3 years. I promise with a little practice you can get the hang of any yarn/hook/pattern!

  • @user-dg2et8wn6y
    @user-dg2et8wn6y 9 місяців тому +151

    I have looked at numerous learn to crochet videos. This is absolutely the best teacher ever!! Not only does she clearly explain each step, but you can see very clearly what she is doing.

    • @TLYarnCrafts
      @TLYarnCrafts  9 місяців тому +18

      Woo hoo! Love hearing that. I hope this is the start of a beautiful relationship with crochet :-)

    • @forest_maiden
      @forest_maiden 2 місяці тому

      Completely agree!

    • @plentyofnoone
      @plentyofnoone 20 днів тому

      Yes the is a great teacher

  • @boundinwings
    @boundinwings 8 місяців тому +254

    This is the most comprehensive and informative lesson I've ever taken (in real life or online) and it was free! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! A million times, thank you!

    • @aggypanthus9339
      @aggypanthus9339 4 місяці тому +3

      I've been searching and searching. This is the best tutorial I have found. Clear instruction, simple to follow. THANK YOU 😊❤

    • @lornarowe640
      @lornarowe640 3 місяці тому +1

      I am so pleased. You know how to reach your audience. I have been struggling to learn and today I have.
      I am thoroughly happy with your video. I'm about to share it with my 5 friends who we are trying to learn. This is it!!
      Thank you. I will continue with the lessons.🙏🙌

    • @susandawson-tibbits6894
      @susandawson-tibbits6894 21 день тому

      Toni, I have been knitting for over 60 years, and decided recently that I would like to learn crochet. I found your channel and just viewed your learn to crochet tutorial. I found it very informative and easy to follow. I look forward to viewing your other videos. Thank you for the time and effort in creating these videos.

  • @thegidgets
    @thegidgets 2 роки тому +615

    I have been watching multiple slo mo and beginner videos, and this was the most helpful and clearest. This is the video that did it for me. The smooth yarn, the “training wheels”, the clear location description and why, the different stitches, how to read the stitches, why to rotate, and why to create a chain when flipping. Finally it makes sense! Thanks for remembering what was hard for you when you started-your empathy is appreciated and made this very usable.

    • @monicaathea3604
      @monicaathea3604 Рік тому +9

      i agree! :)

    • @josefinadelagarza1118
      @josefinadelagarza1118 Рік тому +17

      Best video ever. Seen many,. But this one's the winner.

    • @meganlewis2021
      @meganlewis2021 Рік тому +6

      I agree! This video is so helpful!

    • @mm-qm9zh
      @mm-qm9zh Рік тому +6

      I just want to echo what the other commenters above me have already said…this video is THE BEST!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! ❤
      Meline

    • @phyllispeele1022
      @phyllispeele1022 Рік тому +3

      agreed the best

  • @Rizaru42
    @Rizaru42 Рік тому +547

    I am a beginner and new to crochet as of yesterday and this is the first video I feel like makes perfect sense. I love how incredibly detailed this video is!

    • @Rizaru42
      @Rizaru42 Рік тому +15

      An update to my crochet adventures- I created my first hair bow and it doesn't look half bad 🙂

    • @ureshagunasekara8085
      @ureshagunasekara8085 Рік тому

      Did you make anything else dear ? 😇

    • @damnitman3170
      @damnitman3170 10 місяців тому +3

      Same, I watched some other videos and it didn’t make sense, however she makes it clear and she is so positive. ❤

    • @becki7373
      @becki7373 9 місяців тому

      Agree!

  • @rickmitchell6735
    @rickmitchell6735 10 місяців тому +55

    so glad that I found you and this video! I am 75 yrs old and am recovering from 31 days in the hospital. I'm getting better but slowly. I decided to learn how to crochet some things for my 2 granddaughters. I'm not telling my wife yet until I see if I can produce something. Like many of your comments, I agree that you are an excellent teacher and make it so easy to understand. Thank you for what you do.👍

  • @bcarl37d
    @bcarl37d 6 місяців тому +54

    You are the best crochet teacher I have ever seen. You are clear in voice, instruction, and have your camera perfect. I am 78 years old and have experienced a lot of videos, people teaching, you are amazing.

  • @pzpierce
    @pzpierce 8 місяців тому +184

    I am 72 years old and decided I would learn together with my 10-year-old granddaughter. It’s hard to explain to her when I don’t know how to crochet myself. So this afternoon, I worked my way through your whole video, starting over a number of times and finally getting done with my little swatch. This was so helpful! I feel like I can continue learning more and really get this figured out. Thanks so much!

    • @happylilac29
      @happylilac29 6 місяців тому +17

      what a coincidence! I’m 11 and I’m learning with my grandma who’s 65 and she only knows how to knit, we’ve been learning together but we’ve been busy lately,y but she actually went to a cafe which I went to also but I went to make a big chunky bag and she properly learnt to crochet and now she’s learnt so I’m just catching up

    • @sunflowerz54
      @sunflowerz54 4 місяці тому +2

      I’m 69. Let’s go girls and learn something new!!

    • @MarvelousMichigan
      @MarvelousMichigan 3 місяці тому +4

      I’m 69 and have decided to learn crocheting to,donate blankets and hopefully teach my 11 yr old grand daughter too

    • @dianeclifford1153
      @dianeclifford1153 3 місяці тому +1

      Wow. This video is helping me get to my "AHA" moment. Thank you so much. I'm 66 yrs and I'm loving learning to crochet

    • @CrochetTime2024
      @CrochetTime2024 3 місяці тому

      My grandma tought me and I got it fast but needed to know hdc and dc

  • @kristinap3759
    @kristinap3759 Рік тому +329

    I've been teaching high school for almost 30 years, and I can honestly say that you're a born teacher. This video is EXCELLENT! I've been knitting for decades, but never could learn to crochet...until now. I still need practice, but I'm so excited to learn more from your videos. Thank you for breaking it down and making things so clear. I really appreciate you! 🙂

    • @LisaJDempster
      @LisaJDempster Рік тому +4

      Totally agree! Also an educator here. You have a fine way of explaining, demonstrating, and highlighting the weird little tips we would be asking. Thank you!

    • @Dreblueskies
      @Dreblueskies Рік тому

      I find knitting so much easier. Just makes sense to my brain.

    • @ciaraboyle30
      @ciaraboyle30 10 місяців тому +1

      42:10...

  • @lilykader3713
    @lilykader3713 6 місяців тому +47

    I'm 15, and I've watched countless crochetting tutorials, but none of them seemed to help me understand the way this video did, thank you!

  • @ren0387
    @ren0387 10 місяців тому +72

    this was such a fantastic introduction to crochet!!! to anyone else who might be intimidated by the length of the video at first glance, don't let that stop you -- you can follow along in real time and you will learn SO MUCH! i'm so excited to start a crochet project after learning these fundamentals :) thank you!!

  • @bellanovia1648
    @bellanovia1648 2 роки тому +515

    This the most beautiful, perfectly executed video I’ve ever seen in my life. She was so thorough. Thought of literally everything and explained it perfectly.

    • @denisegirmer4550
      @denisegirmer4550 Рік тому +3

      Agree! Ty so much!

    • @kimrose7666
      @kimrose7666 Рік тому +4

      I 100 percent agree I think she deserves so many more views

    • @sandrakintz8291
      @sandrakintz8291 Рік тому +3

      She’s the best demonstrator! I need no other videos now 👏👏👏

    • @Agent_Hit
      @Agent_Hit 11 місяців тому

      That is SO true

  • @stuffhere107
    @stuffhere107 2 роки тому +378

    *sits down with Knitting* Ohhh A new TL video. I'll knit to some crochet....*5 minutes later, throws knitting aside.* Apparently today is the day I learn how to crochet.....

  • @Skydiva69
    @Skydiva69 5 місяців тому +36

    Omg. Hands down the BEST tutorial I’ve come across. The fact that you stayed with me each step of way at a pace I could follow made my heart sing. Thank you thank you!!!❤

  • @jazelleharrison5819
    @jazelleharrison5819 4 місяці тому +5

    I just tried to make a beanie and it started to become very misshapen and now after watching this I know what I was doing wrong! The video I was watching wasn’t very clear, and now I’m confidant I’ll be able to finish my project with confidence tomorrow! Thank you for this amazing lesson!!

  • @caydihayes8413
    @caydihayes8413 Рік тому +152

    I find it hard to learn from people, and I almost gave up. Then, I found this video and realized you put it in the perfect words. You go over things enough to not treat us like idiots but also enough to help us learn. I still have a long way to go, but you help me a lot. You even hold everything the way I found easiest, and that helps a lot.

    • @SUN7SHINE25
      @SUN7SHINE25 Рік тому +2

      Me as well 😊 agreed

    • @0824kelvin
      @0824kelvin 9 місяців тому +1

      exactly how i was doing😄

    • @leck4emba
      @leck4emba 7 місяців тому +2

      I agree. Have always thought that learning anything was a bother to people. I taught myself to crochet from a book almost 50 years ago. Toni comes the closest to teaching crochet skills on UA-cam. It delights me to find out that some of “tricks” I use are good ones. Love to crochet.

    • @keirimelia8073
      @keirimelia8073 6 місяців тому +1

      Completely agree :)

  • @MONIQUEE805
    @MONIQUEE805 2 роки тому +337

    This has been the most helpful beginner video I have ever seen. It finally clicked for me. I look forward to learning more!

    • @eddiesroom1868
      @eddiesroom1868 2 роки тому +2

      I'm gonna have to watch this again.
      PS nails so pretty 😍

    • @cheryljohn5238
      @cheryljohn5238 Рік тому +4

      Sammmme. If I had watch this first I would not have been lost as I was

    • @sandradle756
      @sandradle756 Рік тому +2

      @@cheryljohn5238 I totally agree! You put into words exactly what i felt as well.

    • @phyllispate2951
      @phyllispate2951 Рік тому +1

      Yes! I agree. I’ve had trouble understanding the process. She totally explained everything! I get it now!!! 😊

  • @user-lr8go2bz5m
    @user-lr8go2bz5m 6 місяців тому +11

    You. Are. The BEST. Truly. I have watched a ton of beginner videos, and nobody has explained things or demonstrated technique as clearly as you have. Thank you so much!!

  • @tmkurator2252
    @tmkurator2252 8 місяців тому +14

    I’m a crafter and wanted to crochet a project. I watch a lot of tutorials and I must say this is an excellent video for me. There is no extra chitchat, no music, not too slow and clear concise instruction. I applaud you and I look forward to more of your videos. Thank you!!

  • @michelebutterworth6760
    @michelebutterworth6760 2 роки тому +93

    I find something so relaxing when I hear you say the words, “Yarn over, pull up a loop.” Whatever stitch you are teaching, it is very calming for me. Thank you for sharing talents! I love your videos!

    • @darrenlafrance1366
      @darrenlafrance1366 2 роки тому +5

      Calming is what I'm looking for. Even if I never crochet more than a lap blanket, the process and the mind thought will be good therapy for me. Toni is great, eh?

  • @olivialee1495
    @olivialee1495 2 роки тому +162

    even though ive been crocheting for about 2.5 years im still watching this cuz its a tlyc video

    • @inniyaalprabahar
      @inniyaalprabahar 2 роки тому +1

      Same I learned 2 months ago so it is still helpful even though I know the basics!

    • @margotchurchill5593
      @margotchurchill5593 2 роки тому +1

      Me too, Olive Oil!

    • @martyal
      @martyal 2 роки тому +11

      I’ve been crocheting 50+ years but I’m still discovering helpful tips from different crochet teachers on UA-cam. I’m still finding “new” stitches to try as well. I hope that I never stop learning!

    • @RenaKilgannon
      @RenaKilgannon 2 роки тому

      Agree!

    • @MarquitasKnottyCrush
      @MarquitasKnottyCrush 2 роки тому +2

      Hahaha me too and 10+ yrs 😄

  • @loueitahargens645
    @loueitahargens645 9 місяців тому +17

    I couldn't even put on a slip knot. WOW, Thank you Ms Toni. I've ordered yarn like you're using and a 5.5 crochet hook and I want to be just like you if I ever grow up (I'm 71). I had to stop the video a couple of times and back up or catch up, but when you get going over the last few stitches in a row I just relax all over and watch your hands. You're like magic!

  • @sharonmckay9935
    @sharonmckay9935 4 місяці тому +7

    Thank you for taking the time to go slow and explain for someone new to crocheting like me. Your tutorial helped me to understand the different stitches.

  • @judithbarnes2175
    @judithbarnes2175 Рік тому +141

    This is one of the best tutorials I have ever seen. All the little details that help so much when you're learning and I've been crocheting since I was about 12 (now 71). I have to add that I never knew some of this stuff and I am so happy I found this.

    • @Dorukbyk
      @Dorukbyk Рік тому +1

      how old are u

    • @JustMe_Kori
      @JustMe_Kori Рік тому +5

      @@Dorukbyk she said in her comment “now 71” :)

  • @withhopenadia388
    @withhopenadia388 2 роки тому +88

    She’s amazing, the way she explains, and how she shows every step. I recommend this video to every beginner, it’s the all in one video you’ve been searching for!!

  • @pamallison2922
    @pamallison2922 Рік тому +12

    I’m a beginner at crocheting, and I have to say, so far I’ve watched about 6 beginner tutorials (just cs & sc), and you are by far the best teacher!! You also seem to be the only one on UA-cam teaching the PROPER way to do it….meaning, including every detail. And you’re voice is so clear, proper wording, you don’t stumble for words, you have just the perfect voice tone(which is very important), etc. By golly, I think I’m finally getting the hang of it!! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! FOR DOING WHAT YOU DO!!! GOD BLESS YOU!!❤

  • @nilaedlin6249
    @nilaedlin6249 4 місяці тому +8

    You are adorable Tony and the easiest Teacher to follow so far....Thank you

  • @donnastiles2167
    @donnastiles2167 2 роки тому +242

    I wish I’d had this video when I was learning…..so many years ago!!! The whole explanation of how to read your stitches is invaluable! You’ve put a ton of work into Crochet Academy and it shows. ❤️

    • @marylloyd2342
      @marylloyd2342 2 роки тому +4

      Ditto!

    • @zubykhurram5913
      @zubykhurram5913 Рік тому

      What wool should I use

    • @_horse357
      @_horse357 Рік тому

      @@zubykhurram5913 For me, I tried many different wools to find which one worked best, so I suggest that’s what you might be able to try!!

  • @sabbandvinny
    @sabbandvinny Рік тому +74

    Did we just become best friends?! I felt like I was crocheting with my bestie! This was PERFECT!!! I’m a beginner and my edges were a MESSSSSS. This video just gave me so much confidence and understanding. Thank you thank you thank you ❤

    • @danniemckeown9
      @danniemckeown9 Рік тому +4

      Right?? I feel like I totally want to hang out with her! :)

  • @LWJ246
    @LWJ246 4 місяці тому +6

    Toni, You are masterful...you make it look easy, you are very fluid!! Also the yarn you are using creates beautiful stitch definition!!! Thank you again for your fantastic tutorial! You have a gift for teaching! i watch over and over and it's teaching me so much!!! Love it, it's making me very happy.

  • @arieona505
    @arieona505 9 місяців тому +22

    This was a fire video. If I am able to craft a business from your teaching, I'm definitely crediting you. You make crocheting easy and understandable, and I love you for that. I hope you're thriving ❤❤❤

  • @Lisa_Flowers
    @Lisa_Flowers 2 роки тому +110

    I did this whole thing and I'm really proud of myself! I definitely started again multiple times and practiced each individual stitch a ton, dropped a few stitches here and there, and had some issues with tension (tight at the beginning, more even as I went along), but I learned so much! Especially foundational things that I would have definitely missed if I jumped straight into patterns (which I kind of did, but came back to this to nail the basics). Learning to identify stitches by the v at the top was definitely the most useful take away for me, as I'm horrible at reading stitches and get so confused when things come out slightly wonky and I don't know why. Turns out I was putting hook into the wrong place half the time lol. I still need to get better at reading the back and front of stitches, but thank you so much for making this! I'll definitely be coming back to it over and over. You explained things so clearly and just watching how your hands moved was hugely helpful in itself.

  • @Megan-lc5ud
    @Megan-lc5ud 2 роки тому +61

    Even though I already know how to crochet, you bet I'm still gonna watch this whole video! I'll still probably end up learning something new! Toni always has the best tips and tricks!

  • @pollywilliams5344
    @pollywilliams5344 4 місяці тому +4

    Thank you, As an absolute beginner this is a very clear tutorial, very easy to follow> I look forward to completing some squares😊

  • @evawiener3570
    @evawiener3570 5 місяців тому +5

    Thank you gir the most informative and comprehensive lesson. I have always wanted to learn crosheting
    Now at 76 I am doing it. Tnank you

  • @TheWingedLemur
    @TheWingedLemur Рік тому +83

    Thank you so much for all of the time and care you’ve put into this video! I’ve been trying to crochet for years but never managed to get the hang of it until your video. You’re an amazing teacher!

  • @xlena60
    @xlena60 2 роки тому +20

    I will be watching this video more than once.

    • @inniyaalprabahar
      @inniyaalprabahar 2 роки тому +3

      I did the same thing when I was a beginner I watched a good video like 5 times!

  • @ChristinaBurggraaf
    @ChristinaBurggraaf 2 місяці тому +1

    I just started crocheting this week with a little help from my neighbor and mostly from you! Thank you so much for the slow tutorial! I bought a Woobles kit thanks to you so I can actually make stuff!

  • @becpullen3426
    @becpullen3426 2 місяці тому +1

    You're the first teacher to actually make sense!! Thankyou!

  • @melodywelsh2315
    @melodywelsh2315 2 роки тому +21

    Your hair has gotten so long. It’s beautiful. I’ve been crocheting for about 40 years off and on. I’m self taught and my work could improve. I’ve been enjoying all the UA-cam videos yours included. Thanks to everyone for sharing your knowledge.

  • @saraeclipse
    @saraeclipse 2 роки тому +21

    My mom taught me how to crochet years ago but I didn't stick with it because I knew U wasn't doing something right, my items kept getting shorter. A few months ago I found crochet on UA-cam, watched some videos and realized I was forgetting to chain 1 before turning! Now I've picked it back up and am enjoying it!
    I'm sure I'll learn something new in this video - I love this channel!

    • @susanholtzlander2066
      @susanholtzlander2066 2 роки тому

      You don't have to chain to turn you just have to make sure to get that last loop on the end I've never chained unless following a pattern

    • @jacksparrowismydaddy
      @jacksparrowismydaddy 2 роки тому

      my mom wouldn't teach... she's left handed and thought I couldn't learn that way.

  • @tatiannabell7486
    @tatiannabell7486 4 місяці тому +3

    I decided to learn to crochet and watched soooo many videos and was even doing it wrong lol then I found you and it’s so much clearer now!!! Thank you so much for taking the time and having the patience to show us this in the best way possible❤

  • @user-sd2uj6rb5o
    @user-sd2uj6rb5o 5 місяців тому +4

    This chick is an amazing teacher!

  • @barbarafaulkner-davis8121
    @barbarafaulkner-davis8121 2 роки тому +21

    I am a life-long knitter (just finished a sweater jacket) and my sister and I decided to meet up with our Mom, to crochet- so, I had to learn how to crochet- I tried a number of different videos, but this one is 😊 awesome! Our Mom is 84 years old, and just had cataract surgery, and can now see clearly and the colors are brand new! We are quite excited to do this, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me to learn this! I will practice with this video for a while then go on to another one to learn a bit more.... and more....

  • @ralvar5007
    @ralvar5007 Рік тому +33

    I've been trying to crochet for weeks, literally struggling to even get past the second row. This was the video that unlocked it for me. I made my first ever square to this video. Thank you so, so much. 😭❤

    • @chompers11
      @chompers11 Рік тому +1

      Ok that's me I hope it works out lol

    • @JamiLeigh77
      @JamiLeigh77 Рік тому +1

      I’m just starting; as in today is my first time EVER even knowing how to place the yarn on the hook. How do you hold your yarn? I’m finding it really difficult to figure out how to hold it…that’s what is frustrating me the most at this point.

    • @chompers11
      @chompers11 Рік тому +6

      @@JamiLeigh77 just mess around making chains and restarting until you're comfy, holding the yarn is super important. I found some beginner videos that helped me. The yarn comes in to your left pinky if right handed, wraps around once, then over the top of the hand and your pointer leads it with your left thumb. The right hand holds the tool with your pointer and thumb with the rest of the hand holding the thing you're working on. Something like that. Just mess around until you're comfy

    • @JamiLeigh77
      @JamiLeigh77 Рік тому +1

      @@chompers11 I’ll try! Thank you!

    • @chompers11
      @chompers11 Рік тому +1

      @@JamiLeigh77 I'm new too but flying now. I cut off the thing I started making 8 times before I got it right and then it clicked. A beginner video showing me how to ID where each "stitch" is was equally as important to me as holding the yarn because I make so many mistakes it's important to know how to fix them. Like the tool slips out and i have to take off a couple stitches to fix it would be a "start over" moment originally but now it's an easy fix :) you got this!

  • @user-ys8zo9qt7y
    @user-ys8zo9qt7y 19 днів тому

    I appreciate you saying that we the watchers should try whatever works best for us. I seriously appreciate that thank you for being so kind and understanding! ❤

  • @jilliangrace2
    @jilliangrace2 4 місяці тому +9

    This is 100% the most helpful crochet video I have found thus far

  • @abby8584
    @abby8584 2 роки тому +55

    I just love the phrase “live loop” and the use of stitch markers in this video. I always use stitch markers and always count stitches in every row. The time doing this is well spent so that mistakes are caught and corrected early. Toni - BRAVO on a job well done. Congratulations on a successful start to Crochet Academy! I haven’t made any apparel yet and have taken the plunge and will be ready to make the Kima Cardi with you!

  • @michelleming9796
    @michelleming9796 2 роки тому +32

    I have wanted to learn to crochet for years. I tried an in-person class, had a friend try to teach me and I failed both times. Then, I found your tutorial. It was so easy to follow you and I am excited to keep practicing and learning even more when I am ready. Thank you so much!!!

  • @deborahhercsek4966
    @deborahhercsek4966 3 місяці тому +2

    You are by far the most detailed, clear and educational instructor!!!!!

  • @erikamatsumoto4535
    @erikamatsumoto4535 4 місяці тому +2

    i have watched many "how to crochet" videos and this one was by far the most helpful! thank you for breaking each step down and really explaining everything at the VERY beginner level. i think you also have such a talent for teaching, and i'm so glad i found your videos!

  • @madisonm2167
    @madisonm2167 Рік тому +8

    This is the first video I’ve followed that got me past that first chain!! I could never figure out how to to the opposite direction but FINALLY I’ve got something that looks like crochet!!

  • @invisibleabi999
    @invisibleabi999 2 роки тому +6

    just sent this to everyone i know who i have tried (and failed) to teach to crochet lol
    i trust toni to teach them all the things i couldn't

  • @Chooch88
    @Chooch88 4 місяці тому +2

    FINALLY!! Someone who teaches how to crochet and goes step by step and is easy to follow along! Thank you!

  • @jory6795
    @jory6795 4 місяці тому +1

    This is by far the best beginner crochet tutorial I’ve seen. Thanks!

  • @iperez5938
    @iperez5938 Рік тому +8

    I signed up for the Crochet Academy and received my kit. I have never been able to crochet...until today! I'm so proud of my little swatch! I can't wait to continue learning and start working on my first project. Thank you for this amazing video!

  • @TheMargarita127
    @TheMargarita127 2 роки тому +14

    That moment when she counts the Vs in the stitch and you are somehow missing 6 lol. That said, so thankful that I can follow this in my own time and allow myself to walk away and start back. You have already answered some of the questions that I had about how to accurately count stitches and place stitch markers. SOOOO helpful and awesome. I am determined to stay on track so that I can be a proud member of the crochet along. Thank you for this content!

  • @mariannesedman6921
    @mariannesedman6921 4 місяці тому +1

    Brilliant teacher! Thank you 😊

  • @user-ql2qd1nk6p
    @user-ql2qd1nk6p 10 місяців тому +2

    BY FAR! The. Best. Tutorial!

  • @doublerainbowdesign6156
    @doublerainbowdesign6156 Рік тому +13

    I am a macrame artist, but I decided to learn to crochet this year and increase my fiber art knowledge and learn to make cute clothing. I tried a couple different tutorials before coming across this one, and there is no comparison. You are so thorough and answered questions no one else did. I’ll be using this tutorial to help teach my children to crochet as well. Can’t wait to learn more. Thank you!!

  • @Karolm1964
    @Karolm1964 8 місяців тому +3

    This is the very BEST instructional video for crochet I have found and don't need to search any further! Thank you so much!

  • @lisawallace3169
    @lisawallace3169 6 місяців тому +1

    I am a beginner. Thank you for the step-by-step instructions. I completed my first sample crochet by watching your video.

  • @aminasaleem4653
    @aminasaleem4653 5 місяців тому +2

    Thank you, I am a bignner and you are so good in teaching , you take your time to teach, excellent

  • @akashananigans2901
    @akashananigans2901 Рік тому +11

    I’m revisiting crochet after not doing it for a few years and this video was wayyyyy better than any of the first videos I watched back then. Thank you for the new tips!

  • @chialliyah5691
    @chialliyah5691 2 роки тому +21

    this was so satisfying to watch. got through the whole video without even owning any yarn yet lol
    update: started my first crochet project today and this video is soooo helpful. thank you !

    • @hanixkhan88
      @hanixkhan88 2 роки тому

      Hey I'm a beginner too nobody ik knows how to crochet and I'm struggling with it. Do you have any tips?

    • @EdenForza
      @EdenForza 2 роки тому

      @@hanixkhan88 I do
      Tip 1:
      Trust in the process it takes time and dont give up.
      Tip 2: try to keep your chains the same it will make your project look 10x better.
      Tip 3: take your time✌
      (Im still i beginner my self but these tips helped me alot!)

  • @wendycaufield704
    @wendycaufield704 7 місяців тому +1

    You have a calming and non rushed voice. Thank you.

  • @forest_maiden
    @forest_maiden 2 місяці тому

    OMG I have been trying to learn how to crochet for SO long and I have looked at probably hundreds of YT tutorials, books, even a “learn to crochet for kids” book, my mom has tried to teach me, and nothing was clicking for me. I came across your channel at the recommendation of Elise Rose Crochet and I am so SO thankful that I found her and then because of that found you!! You’re the first person who actually explains WHAT I am looking at and how to count the Vs and seeing what the different stitches look like. I made a couple swatches from these beginner tutorials and now I am continuing to explore your channel and others to hone my skills and hoping to start a shawl that has an easy to understand pattern/tutorial. A million trillion times, thank you!!!! ❤🎉😊

  • @juliefernandez9675
    @juliefernandez9675 2 роки тому +11

    Thank you for this tutorial. After jumping from one beginner's tutorial to another video, yours is the best one for me. The pace in explaining, camera focus and your choice of yarn colour made it really easy to see the stitches. Also, I really like your training wheel tip🙏

  • @tessaflexner4095
    @tessaflexner4095 Рік тому +8

    You have literally started my whole crochet career so this video is so important, thank you so much

  • @deannahicks1656
    @deannahicks1656 4 місяці тому +1

    The way you teach is simply superb! My crocheting journey is only on day 4 and I am so glad I clicked on your video. Thank you so much!!!

  • @OneToxicPixel
    @OneToxicPixel Рік тому +10

    Hands down the best tutorial I was able to find online. I was getting very frustrated because I just couldn't get my chains to look right, I wasn't able to pull the yarn through the loops and I was actually about ready to give up. Thank you very much, I think I can now do this finally! 🙏

  • @lisakellersaunders6108
    @lisakellersaunders6108 2 роки тому +16

    I've tried to learn crochet a few times and this video is the first thing that made it super clear! I feel like I get it now. Great demonstrations

  • @03wichita
    @03wichita 5 місяців тому +1

    I've literally been trying to learn how to crochet since I was a child. Multiple people, multiple books, and NOTHING has worked until this video! 20 years of only ever knowing how to do chains and now I'm breezing through stitches feeling like a pro! Thank you so much!

  • @meganwooldridge7031
    @meganwooldridge7031 5 місяців тому +1

    This is the video that finally got me doing the single crochet!!

  • @ehcseg6860
    @ehcseg6860 Рік тому +7

    I already learned to crochet the hard way, but this video is great. I remember not knowing how to count and messing up Projekts. I bet the people who learn from you won’t have that problem. You are really a sunshine of a person. Thank you so much. you are so great at teaching.

  • @LALA-zm9xg
    @LALA-zm9xg 2 роки тому +33

    I'm loving this video! Nobody did training wheels in their videos. This will most definitely help me with my work from going slanted on both sides🤣🤣 Thank you Toni!!

    • @Rosebud2503
      @Rosebud2503 2 роки тому +2

      Lol...same here...😆🙋‍♀️ those stitch markers are brilliant.

  • @amandac.119
    @amandac.119 Рік тому +2

    I'm trying to crochet again 🫣 I quit a few months back. But your video is so simple to understand! Thank you for the simple and slow step by step.

  • @astralura
    @astralura 2 роки тому +4

    I've been crocheting for years and I still loved watching this. It gave me a new perspective on learning that I hadn't seen before. You're truly a gifted and experienced teacher. I'm really grateful for you sharing your knowledge and insight and I'm looking forward to using this to help others learn.

  • @dianecarlson9229
    @dianecarlson9229 Рік тому +4

    After several years of touch and go crocheting (just rote copy) I FINALLY know how to count my stitches, understand and identify the construction of each stitch, and how to consistently make each stitch uniform. I’ve watched many videos and yours is the most easily understood! You are an excellent teacher and I am now officially a huge fan! Thanks you soooo much! Keep calm and crochet on!

  • @crazy2apoint
    @crazy2apoint 5 місяців тому +1

    I am very thankful for this video. I never in a million years thought I could or would crochet. Truly appreciate your teaching methods!

  • @novafalcosmith
    @novafalcosmith Місяць тому

    New crocheter here … thank you so much for taking us through each step one by one slowly and with patience of a saint you are amazing thank you thank you thank you❤

  • @sinastogner9118
    @sinastogner9118 2 роки тому +6

    Toni…you are wonderful!!!! I could listen to your sweet voice forever 🥰

  • @sanlocrip
    @sanlocrip 2 роки тому +15

    This is the most detail and thorough tutorial for beginner i've watched. Thank you so much! Can't wait to start my first project

  • @selene4180
    @selene4180 6 місяців тому +1

    the ONLY tutorial that’s worked for me! Thank you & you explain BEAUTIFULLY

  • @mary123_21
    @mary123_21 2 місяці тому +1

    I'm really so glad that I watched that video . Thank you pretty lady for making me happy learning details I have never understood before . Thank you from my button of my heart 🩷🩷.

  • @jenniferhuang2124
    @jenniferhuang2124 2 роки тому +4

    This is amazing. Thank you! I have been dabbling with crochet for years but never understood where a stitch begins and ends, how to count stitches, how to keep my tension even, etc. Your video is LIFE CHANGING.You break it down so simply. Really really excellent!

  • @kellymcginleyashe5199
    @kellymcginleyashe5199 Місяць тому

    I've been crocheting since I learned from my Gramma in elementary school. I'm 38 years old now and just stumbled on your video and decided to give it a watch. This is THE best learn-to-crochet video I've ever seen and I will be sharing this with all of my friends who have a desire to learn. Thank you for making this. Well done!

  • @hazelhardy3941
    @hazelhardy3941 4 місяці тому +1

    That couldn’t have been explained better. Thank you for a brilliant video.

  • @MegOtto4268
    @MegOtto4268 9 місяців тому +4

    I teach art and I am incorporating crochet this quarter. This video is HANDS DOWN the most concise video I’ve seen! Fabulous job❣️

    • @TLYarnCrafts
      @TLYarnCrafts  9 місяців тому +1

      You're too kind! I'm so glad you found it useful :-)

  • @eviekleinwhittingham9237
    @eviekleinwhittingham9237 2 роки тому +4

    Toni, I love how you SHOW and explain how and why to do the basic stitches, including how to hold the hook and the yarn. I do find the tip to use only one turning chain for half double crochet rows and double crochet rows very useful to produce a straight strong edge for seaming.
    You've made an excellent video for me to share with beginners.
    😊

  • @ronayelyn8350
    @ronayelyn8350 2 місяці тому

    I absolutely love you! I crochet (self taught) about 35 yrs ago. I made an Irish Celtics knot (pattern) sweater for my husband. He STILL WEARS IT! I 4GOT EVERYTHING AND as I search the net, God put you right here! Can't follow others. You are amazing!
    I would only suggest (cause I'm slow) that you slow down a bit. You are on last stitch and I'm making #4😂.
    Again thank you so very much. Have a joyous Easter. He is Risen!

  • @ohhellothere123
    @ohhellothere123 Рік тому +1

    I've been trying crochet on and off for about a year now due to the fact that I could never find a video that explained it right, went too fast, or just expected me to be able to do it as fast as them, but your video really made me grasp onto the information I was having trouble with. Thanks!!!

  • @JacobS13
    @JacobS13 Рік тому +5

    I just want to say a big thank you!! I have dyspraxia so learning new skills is always frustrating and difficult as I learn at a slower pace. Yours is the only tutorial that I have came across that is actually helping so far as you explain things slowly with a ton of description and information. Thank you!

  • @janetcooper4169
    @janetcooper4169 2 роки тому +6

    Wish I had had this video when I started learning crochet! Toni's instruction is so clear and paced well for a beginner. The photos are large and she explains each step thoroughly. Her technique is impeccable so you can be sure you are getting correct instruction.

  • @elizabethlincks4628
    @elizabethlincks4628 5 місяців тому +1

    This video is so much easier to watch than the others I’ve seen. Thank you!!❤❤❤❤

  • @sofiapup1
    @sofiapup1 29 днів тому +1

    Thank you so so so much!! I have been wanting to learn for so long and couldn't follow a lot of other tutorials. I'm so happy I found yours, because this is the first crochet work I've ever successfully done. I am thankful you described everything so well, otherwise I wouldn't be able to follow along like the other times I've tried.

  • @gil5217
    @gil5217 2 роки тому +8

    This was so helpful! I taught myself to knit almost 15 years ago but never could wrap my head around crochet. Now I have a lil swatch and a dozen Ravelry tabs open and a lot of excitement for something I'd given up on ever being able to do. Thanks for posting!

  • @phyllispate2951
    @phyllispate2951 Рік тому +3

    I’m not nearly finished watching but I already know this is the very best video for instruction I have ever watched! I have tried for years to understand crocheting and finally I get it! So glad that I found you…. Thank you!