Thank you so much for all the tips!! I've written a lil shopping list of supplies I'll need ^^ I totally feel you though, I ALWAYS go all in with new hobbies and buy everything under the sun so it's nice to have a little list of stuff I'll ACTUALLY need lol. I feel like I'm going to shop for proper supplies rather than kits. I think it's better to actually invest than rely on kits' supplies.
Crocheting ! ^_^
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Mimi Cheems
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Hi everyone c:
I'm currently in the process of revamping the original post, lol!
I want to include all sorts of tips and tutorials for beginners, etc. If anyone has any ideas on what to put, I'll be forever thankful
With that being said.. I made a question of the week prompt,,, that I'll probably forget to update every week... but! I figured since we're starting to get a crocheting club of sorts going on here, I'd love to start getting everyone involved hehe :3
I'm currently in the process of revamping the original post, lol!
I want to include all sorts of tips and tutorials for beginners, etc. If anyone has any ideas on what to put, I'll be forever thankful
With that being said.. I made a question of the week prompt,,, that I'll probably forget to update every week... but! I figured since we're starting to get a crocheting club of sorts going on here, I'd love to start getting everyone involved hehe :3
Hi everyone! I haven’t gone out and bought anything yet because I’m still figuring out which project I want to start with first. There’s so many creative stuff! I do have a few questions 
This poncho sweater on instagram the other day caught my eye and I would like to crochet something similar! Has anyone done something like this? Would you say it’s beginner friendly?
This poncho sweater on instagram the other day caught my eye and I would like to crochet something similar! Has anyone done something like this? Would you say it’s beginner friendly?
Mimi Cheems
always forever ♡
For someone who has yet to make crochet clothing.. aside from a scarf >< I'd have to say, by looking at the stitch being used.. it looks complex to me xD;; Then again.. I've never made anything like that before T^THi everyone! I haven’t gone out and bought anything yet because I’m still figuring out which project I want to start with first. There’s so many creative stuff! I do have a few questions
This poncho sweater on instagram the other day caught my eye and I would like to crochet something similar! Has anyone done something like this? Would you say it’s beginner friendly?
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But I'm sure you could make one, if you put your mind to it! There's probably a TON of beginner friendly tutorials for ponchos/shawls/sweaters that look like that!
I found a tutorial of something that looks similar to the image you've shared.. but I'm not sure if it's exactly what you're looking for
I think this may be easier, but that's just my honest opinion 
Take my opinion with a grain of salt! ;w;Let me see if I can follow the tutorial I linked, I have a ton of yarn xD
EDIT: I also.. found a tutorial from one of my favorite crochet YouTubers.. Right here! This looks more like what you're aiming for, although.. I do think Kamryn uses granny squares in this >< I just wanted to post this one though so you have options :3
I agree, it does look complex. It’s really cute so I thought maybe, just maybee it could be beginner friendlyFor someone who has yet to make crochet clothing.. aside from a scarf >< I'd have to say, by looking at the stitch being used.. it looks complex to me xD;; Then again.. I've never made anything like that before T^T
But I'm sure you could make one, if you put your mind to it! There's probably a TON of beginner friendly tutorials for ponchos/shawls/sweaters that look like that!
I found a tutorial of something that looks similar to the image you've shared.. but I'm not sure if it's exactly what you're looking for
Let me see if I can follow the tutorial I linked, I have a ton of yarn xD
EDIT: I also.. found a tutorial from one of my favorite crochet YouTubers.. Right here! This looks more like what you're aiming for, although.. I do think Kamryn uses granny squares in this >< I just wanted to post this one though so you have options :3
I watched a somewhat similar one on YouTube but I honestly didn’t understand and was lost a few minutes into it. The tutorial for the crochet shawl looks way more doable for me so it would be best to start there. Thanks so much for the advice! Appreciate it
Look at what finally made its way to Canada!!
I spotted them at Walmart!!! They had the other granny square version too but the flower one is what interested me. I actually had a little gift card for Walmart so I picked up the purple skein!! I'm excited to play around with it.
I spotted them at Walmart!!! They had the other granny square version too but the flower one is what interested me. I actually had a little gift card for Walmart so I picked up the purple skein!! I'm excited to play around with it.
I made a square!! I think this might be my first time actually completing a granny square. I havent blocked it (literally just finished it a few minutes ago!) So the edges are a bit wonky. It's 6 inches tall/wide, pretty big imo!!
I had a lot of fun making it! I have pretty tight tension when I crochet (typically needed for making amigurumi) so this was definitely something different! The yarn asks for a 5.5 mm hook and I ended up using a 7mm. The only 7mm I have is one by Walmart and the hook length is shorter than my Clover hooks so it was a little tricky to get used to.
I did have to redo some sections a few times. Part of that could also be because my self taught way of crocheting isn't technically right. I dont yarn over (or under??) correctly when I crochet I'm not using quite as much yarn. For this project I had to be mindful with how I was yarning over (doing it the correct way) to use a more accurate amount of yarn.
What do you mean by self taught? Like, youtube videos and such?
I am asking, because I am wondering if there are crotcheting classes available in person.
I feel Iike online videos and instructions may be the way to go though, nowadays.
What are your thoughts?
That's right! I taught myself through YouTube videos and books.
You should be able to find in person groups, though!! Does your town have any dedicated yarn stores? We have one in town (not a big chain like Michaels or Joans) and they have group get togethers. Your library might be a good place to check, too!
Last year I learned to crochet with a little bee kit. Next I made a halloweeen pumpkin and ghost. After that I decided to make myself an oversized cardigan and it’s the most comfy and warm thing I own haha
Since then I have made a baby blanket for a friend, a psyduck, a backpack to take with me out in the forest, and a dangly plant.
I’m not sure what my next project should be, maybe I will try an animal crossing themed plush.
Since then I have made a baby blanket for a friend, a psyduck, a backpack to take with me out in the forest, and a dangly plant.
I’m not sure what my next project should be, maybe I will try an animal crossing themed plush.
Maybe a few stitch guides? I think someone suggested the tutorials from the Woobles so def consider that.Hi everyone c:
I'm currently in the process of revamping the original post, lol!
I want to include all sorts of tips and tutorials for beginners, etc. If anyone has any ideas on what to put, I'll be forever thankful
I know this is an old post, but I've been meaning to ask this for a while... Is that a Wooble?Here’s the lion I made for Nicholas - currently playing with him and Daniel Tiger
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It is! I loved making it!
I would like to shout out a small Canadian business!! At the end of December I reached out about ordering a crochet hook from them and it's finally arrived today. It is absolutely gorgeous and it feels so lovely to work with.
I primarily use Clover Amours but a YouTuber I watch mentioned this brand. They're called bwawoodturning.com and it's a husband & wife business that runs out of Ontario.
Look at my pretty new hook!! It's a light pink opal and wood resin mix.
I primarily use Clover Amours but a YouTuber I watch mentioned this brand. They're called bwawoodturning.com and it's a husband & wife business that runs out of Ontario.
Look at my pretty new hook!! It's a light pink opal and wood resin mix.
I started free-handing Ogerpon (my fave Pokémon) recently and just felt like sharing my progress photos here. The body and head are to the left and the cloak is to the right.
Back side of the body:
The cloak has been the hardest part for me because of its pattern and the color changes. This was as far as I could go before I had to pause and think about what to do next. Would appreciate any tips on how to make it work out or similar cloak patterns for reference. I can share screenshots of how Ogerpon is supposed to look if needed.
Back side of the body:
The cloak has been the hardest part for me because of its pattern and the color changes. This was as far as I could go before I had to pause and think about what to do next. Would appreciate any tips on how to make it work out or similar cloak patterns for reference. I can share screenshots of how Ogerpon is supposed to look if needed.
omg a crochet thread!!! full of wonderful creations!!!!! can't believe i'm only discovering this now.. but i just spent a few mins going over every page and post - everyone is so talented 
i started crocheting just over a year ago because of my old job, we worked with communities to help reduce loneliness and my colleges set up a crocheting/ crafts session - i was so inspired by the things people were making and how it brought people together/ the impact it had
so my first project was a v simple blanket, literally just to practice holding the hook and building up my confidence. it is now a dog blanket LOL
Right now I'm between two projects, I'm maybe a quarter ways through making a granny hexagon cardigan, with every row being a different colour (using up bits my mam gave to me as she's an avid knitter!) THEN my friend announced she's expecting a baby girl! So I'm making a little granny square cardie for the babie - through this I've learned that granny squares are my fave to make. I love being able to do one at a time and feel 'done' vs the blanket and hexagon cardigan it can feel never ending and i don't get that 'done' accomplished feeling until it's completely done (do i have some sort of completionism complex??? yes).
i started crocheting just over a year ago because of my old job, we worked with communities to help reduce loneliness and my colleges set up a crocheting/ crafts session - i was so inspired by the things people were making and how it brought people together/ the impact it had
so my first project was a v simple blanket, literally just to practice holding the hook and building up my confidence. it is now a dog blanket LOL
Right now I'm between two projects, I'm maybe a quarter ways through making a granny hexagon cardigan, with every row being a different colour (using up bits my mam gave to me as she's an avid knitter!) THEN my friend announced she's expecting a baby girl! So I'm making a little granny square cardie for the babie - through this I've learned that granny squares are my fave to make. I love being able to do one at a time and feel 'done' vs the blanket and hexagon cardigan it can feel never ending and i don't get that 'done' accomplished feeling until it's completely done (do i have some sort of completionism complex??? yes).
