Knitting and Crochet Tutorials — techniques

Basic Techniques for Crochet Beginners

July 04, 2017 • crochet • techniques

Illustrated instructions for how to begin a crochet pattern, including how to hold the hook and yarn and how to make a slip knot.

Beginner's Crochet Tutorials with Laura Strutt

November 10, 2016 • crochet • Laura Strutt • techniques • video

Learn how to crochet with a series of step-by-step tutorials from Laura Strutt. From techniques to get your projects started to mastering double, treble and half treble crochet, Laura takes you through the basics you'll need to follow most crochet patterns.

Beginner's Knitting Tutorials with Fiona Goble

November 10, 2016 • Fiona Goble • knitting • techniques • video

A series of five beginner's knitting tutorials with Fiona Goble, covering all of the knitting basics you will need to get started; from making a slip knot and casting on, to learning the knit stitch, purl stitch and how to cast off.

Arm and Finger Knitting Tutorials with Laura Strutt

November 10, 2016 • knitting • Laura Strutt • techniques • video

Take a lesson in arm and finger knitting with Laura Strutt and discover how to knit the chunky infinity scarf in no time at all!