Articles and Interviews

Learn more about the craft you love with these crochet articles and interviews.

As Clear As Crochet – Why Is Crochet Better Than Knitting?

By Nicola Prybell - Editor, I Like Crochet

In this new series, we’re asking designers all of your most pressing crochet questions. Hear what they have to say and feel free to chime in with your answers too!

Crochet Refresh Video Series: Part 2

By Jen Lucas

Join Jen Lucas as we dive into the basics of crochet with the second part of this series. Refresh your skills or pass along to a friend who would love to learn how to crochet as these videos are simple and easy to follow. Hit refresh and learn from these quick and easy tutorials.

Crochet to the Rescue

By Kati Brown

Imagine this: you grab your favorite pair of jeans and discover there’s a huge rip in them – and not the kind that could pass for the on-trend distressed jeans either. What do you do? It’s time to toss them, right? The answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think.

If you need a crochet hook in a pinch, these little hooks are here to the rescue. Use as a zipper pull on your project bag or even as a stitch marker to help you remember which hook you used for your project.

This yarn bowl is large and absolutely gorgeous. Textured pink and blue glaze make this organizer a statement piece in any home. Featuring four holes for multiple colors of yarn, you’ll be able to create a multitude of wonderful (and colorful) creations.

Carry your crochet hooks wherever you go with this whimsical fox print holder. There are three pockets that can hold many hooks of all sizes. You can even stash your pattern notebook in the large pocket on the back.

You’ve never seen a crochet hook like this one before! An adorable clay unicorn at the end of this hook is here to make you smile every day. Easily customizable to your favorite colors, this little unicorn hook is a must have.

Unicorn fans rejoice: this book has a whopping 50+ patterns for unicorns of all shapes and sizes! Create your very own unicorn in your favorite magical colors and some accessories to match. There are advanced patterns to challenge you and simple projects for beginners. With easy-to-follow instructions, this book is made for unicorn lovers.

Crochet your favorite kitten or someone else’s beloved kitty as a gift with this extra-cute kit. In addition to ten unique kitten patterns, this kit also includes a crochet hook, tapestry needle, fiberfill stuffing, safety eyes and enough materials to make two kittens of your own.

Sometimes you just don’t have time to crochet a giant afghan or a complicated new stitch. Instead, you need a quick crochet project to fit in between driving the kids to playdates and grocery shopping. Sound familiar? Realizing this need, three talented designers come together with speedy projects in all categories. From wearables to home

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