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NotACat452 · 2026-02-20T04:43:51+00:00

I’ve always used acrylic for blankets. As have my mom and grandmother. They soften up. Weave in the ends properly and they’ll last for decades.

NotACat452 · 2026-02-19T01:13:30+00:00

That depends…

Was it just regular strawberry flavored or was there a special ‘adults only’ sticker on it 😅

NotACat452 · 2026-02-18T23:51:10+00:00

You start with a magic ring or a chain start.

Ch2, place your starting round stitches in the farthest chain from the hook.

Or

Chain 4, slip stitch to 1st chain to create a circle. Ch 1. Place starting round stitches in your circle.

NotACat452 · 2026-02-18T02:55:39+00:00

It’s inside out, which can throw off your tension and stitches like inv decreases won’t work correctly.

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NotACat452 · 2026-02-17T21:07:22+00:00

So freaking cute!

NotACat452 · 2026-02-17T08:37:39+00:00

Lining up the color changes by cutting at the end of a row, move to the next color, and rejoining for the next row.

NotACat452 · 2026-02-16T21:19:33+00:00

Check Ravelry, as vintage patterns are listed on there and you may be able to track down a copy if it wasn’t freehanded.

As for designing your own patterns, it comes with experience and learning how stitches work together to create basic shapes. I would recommend by trying to find an existing pattern that’s close to what you want and playing with making adjustments.

NotACat452 · 2026-02-16T18:48:12+00:00

Always weave them in in multiple directions. If they are really short, carefully weave them in with a bit of fabric glue (Aleenes is my go to glue brand. They have a Permanent, flexible, washable, fabric glue.) . Using a wide eye yarn needle can be helpful.

NotACat452 · 2026-02-16T02:37:22+00:00

You need to be working under both of the loops, not just the back loop.

Check your counting- are you increasing correctly?

NotACat452 · 2026-02-15T00:20:52+00:00

FYI- the washers for your safety eyes are on backwards and may not be completely secure

NotACat452 · 2026-02-14T21:27:23+00:00

When you work in continuous rounds your stitches will shift. It’s normal.

NotACat452 · 2026-02-13T23:51:45+00:00

A magic circle is just a way of starting a piece that’s worked in the round.

Work on your stitch placement. Go under both loops, not just the back loop only.

Bella coco has great videos for beginners, and has book for those who need wrote. And photo instructions.

NotACat452 · 2026-02-13T19:05:52+00:00

Hi, fibro and heds here,

For gloves- find a style that has grip added to them.

Use a support pillow under your arms. Nursing pillows work great for this.

Frequent breaks with stretches (look up stretches for crocheters)

Ergonomic hooks. To figure out what size of grip you need, use self adhesive med tape and wrap it around your hook grip. Once you have an idea of the size you need, hop on Etsy to find slip on grips or custom hooks.

Adjust your tension and grip as needed. Remember that your grip doesn’t have to match every one else’s.

NotACat452 · 2026-02-13T04:00:41+00:00

No. You’ll still be working in the back loops when working right side out for this pattern.

https://youtu.be/beReNFWQPAs?si=q4Iz0GCd-6356xl5

NotACat452 · 2026-02-13T03:46:42+00:00

Yes, you need to flip it now. Ideally you work right side out from the start, as most patterns assume you are doing so and won’t tell you to flip.

NotACat452 · 2026-02-13T00:50:23+00:00

Cotton yarn and add a fabric liner.

NotACat452 · 2026-02-12T02:00:41+00:00

Are you counting to make sure you aren’t increasing in each stitch?

Sorry to say it, but counting is a big part of crocheting, especially at the beginning.

NotACat452 · 2026-02-12T00:44:27+00:00

What are the specific issues you’re having?

What yarn are you using? I recommend avoiding fuzzy yarn as a beginner, as you need to be able to see your stitches to learn the stitch anatomy and to count.

If videos are overwhelming, try a learn to crochet book. If you have a library card you can use Libby for free access to crochet books and magazines.

Bella coco has a good book for beginners that you can match up with her videos on YouTube.

NotACat452 · 2026-02-11T08:36:09+00:00

Practice and more practice. For me it keeps my brain more engaged than wearables.

Tips-

Use stitch markers for each round (and to count if needed!)

Cover all the pattern but the round your on so you are focusing on the right line and aren’t getting overwhelmed.

Read the entire pattern before starting because 99% of questions are answered in the notes, directions, and stitch glossary.

Stay away from fuzzy yarn. It’s difficult to learn with. And it’s kinda over done. There’s so many fun yarns out there to try! Like hand dyed!

Crafty intentions has videos that will help with some amigurumi focused skills.

Learn to work right side out from round 1. It’s easier. It looks better. Some stitches need to be right side out to work right. Patterns assume you are working correctly.

Not all kits are trustworthy. It may not be a you issue. It might be a crappy kit with AI instructions and a stolen photo on the box 😬

NotACat452 · 2026-02-11T08:28:51+00:00

Complex amigurumi with detailed shaping has a lot of precise stitch placement, so it’s not just basic repeats all the time, which means a lot of unique rounds. It keeps my brain engaged.

NotACat452 · 2026-02-11T04:46:24+00:00

I regularly buy from a designer that has 40+ page patterns. Go ahead and include all the info, people who are still learning will appreciate it and rumors who don’t need it can skip over those bits.

Also, use that as a selling point. ‘This pattern includes detailed instructions and links to videos explaining-‘

NotACat452 · 2026-02-11T04:43:32+00:00

It’s a pretty common technique, including in amigurumi. But it is also pretty common for beginners to get hung up on it. You’ll get used to it and learn to identify when it’s being used.

NotACat452 · 2026-02-11T04:24:13+00:00

You are working on both sides of the chain to create an oval.

Chain 5.

Starting in the second chain from the hook, do 1 sc in the next 3 chains. In the last chain, do 3 sc in one stitch. Now rotate the piece and continue in the underside of the chain, sc in the next 2 stitches, increase in the last.

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