How to Hold Your Yarn for Crochet - Tutorial for Beginners

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In this video, I'm going to show you 4 options for how to best hold your yarn while crocheting. Try them all out and then pick the one that is the most comfortable and helps you crochet with nice, even tension.
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 INTRO
1:15 WRAP AROUND PINKY OPTION A
2:10 WRAP AROUND PINKY OPTION B
2:50 WRAP AROUND POINTER FINGER
3:30 OVER INDEX FINGER & UNDER THE REST
4:07 OVER RING, UNDER MIDDLE, OVER POINTER
5:03 NEXT STEPS & SUBSCRIBE
5:55 WATCH NEXT
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@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

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@BlackEyedSusanC 2 года назад

I started crocheting twenty minutes ago watching another youtube video, and was close to quitting already because I can't control the tension. Luckily I though to look for alternative ways to hold the yarn. Thank you!! I think either the minimalist or your choice will work best for me, even though I'm still having issues with the tension.

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

Wow! I’m glad this was helpful. I also have a video that explains how to crochet with consistent tension, which might be helpful for you. It also just takes practice to get used to crocheting but it sounds like you will pick it up quickly! Crocheting can feel awkward at first but keep going and I promise it will “click” for you ❤️ let me know if I can help in any way or if there is a specific video you’d like to see! Happy crocheting! 🧶🧶🧶

@shirleylitton8878 Год назад

I've been learning for about a week now and still have trouble. I'm still experimenting but I think tension is a big learning curve - just like the grip.... I kept switching back and forth between knife and pencil grip. I decided that for me, the pencil grip requires more actual wrist-bending (as opposed to rotation) so I'm pretty consistently using the knife hold now. Like you, I kept getting so frustrated. I just kept chaining and stitching - assuming that eventually it will start clicking. In the meantime, my colorful vocabulary is getting a workout 😜.

@livvynut Год назад

I'm new as well and I'm having trouble with 3 things. Holding the wool,tension and I keep splitting the wool with my hook. What are the best hooks sizes and yarn types to do simple Granny Squares?

@crochetunraveled Год назад

Some hooks are more likely to split the yarn (they have a sharper point) so you may want to try different hooks. I would recommend using acrylic yarn to start. It shouldn’t split as easily and it’s cheap compared to natural fibers. For granny squares, I would use a medium, worsted weight yarn (4) and a 5mm hook. Hopefully this helps!

@coco_YT1 11 месяцев назад

its been a year are you still crocheting??

@magikyuu3279 Год назад

i learned how to crochet 3 years ago but i taught myself a very inefficient way to do it. it takes me almost double the time it takes a normal person to finish any project. ive been trying to fix it for the last couple of weeks and i finally found a way to crochet that works for me! thank you for the video and hopefully i can crochet faster soon

@crochetunraveled Год назад

Way to go! Glad this was helpful 🥰

@1995Benzo 2 года назад

I never thought that sometime as simple as this would be my struggle, but here I am. Thanks for sharing 🙏

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

I hope it helps!!! ❤️❤️❤️ happy crocheting 🧶

@dinoboogers7244 2 года назад

ive been crocheting for a couple months and had so many problems with tensioning - and then you posted two methods that are perfect tension for me. thank you so much!

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

That’s great! I’m so glad it helped. Thanks for watching ❤️❤️❤️

@cheyennepetro1038 2 месяца назад

Method 3 has been a game changer for me! I naturally crochet tightly and wasn't aware of other ways to hold my yarn, but this method has opened up new possibilities. Method 4 also offers some great techniques, so I find myself alternating between the two to keep my stitches even. ❣️

@KC-um4vt 2 года назад

I liked your way best. It gave the greatest control and best tension. I have been crocheting for many, many years and have never been happy with my tension and this made a huge difference. Thank you!

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

Yay! I’m so happy to hear that 🧶❤️

@nautic_arts23154 9 месяцев назад

Thanks so much! I've been crocheting for 5 years, and I'm a teenager, but my hands get cramps in them a lot because of how I use my fingers, and I really didn't want to end up with artheritis before I'm 20. These are way more comfortable for my hands and will definitely make my continuous journey easier❤

@crochetunraveled 9 месяцев назад

Yay! I’m so glad it was helpful 😊

@KentuckyWoman2 3 года назад

Wow, thank you so much! I'm going to practice all four of these to see which one feels the most natural to me while at the same time giving me more control over the tension. This video really helps!

@crochetunraveled 3 года назад

I’m so glad to hear that! Have fun and thanks so much for watching 😍❤️🧶

@marionzavatsky3718 2 года назад

I am 68 yrs. Old stopped crochet 1yr due to my finger getting stuck. I found a dr. Who released and fixed it! Filled with Joy to find you,I’m starting over using your ways to hold yarn in that hand. Full of excitement for projects , my granddaughter learned and is making summer tops at 18 🥰 can’t wait to do crochet together for the first time.! Thank you 🙏 MarionZ

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

This is so wonderful! I crochet with my grandma all the time and it’s a really nice way to bond 🥰 I’m so glad your finger is better and you’re back to crocheting!!!

@kimberlypatton9634 Год назад

I know what you mean! I'm 62,,and have a middle finger that is affected on my right hand,called a " trigger" finger.Tge tendon doesn't work right and sometimes I have to get it "unstuck," by opening it manually.It is a simple procedure a doctor does to release the tendon with a small incision in the palm at the base of that finger.I just haven't done it yet But I'm glad it doesn't interfere with my crocheting!

@crochetunraveled Год назад

Ouch! I’m glad you can still crochet 🧶❤️

@creativecompanion 2 года назад

I love the suggestion to try crocheting a chain with each of the options. Thanks!

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

Yay! Thanks for watching and happy crocheting 🧶❤️

@Robin-qc4gn Год назад

This is super helpful. I've not seen the wrap around the index finger anywhere and that is what I've been trying to do. I'm glad to have more options! Thank you!

@crochetunraveled Год назад

I’m glad it was helpful!! Thanks for watching 😊

@mirabelasu5524 9 месяцев назад

Thank you so much dear for these tips. I picked the last method and is so easy. Much love ❤️

@evelynbache9092 3 года назад

Awesome tutorial thank you so much, I have just started doing crochet and was really struggling with how to hold my hook. This has helped me so much.

@crochetunraveled 3 года назад

Yay! I’m so glad it helped. Thanks for watching and happy crocheting 🧶

@Nora-jt9zy Год назад

Thank you for this video! I have been crocheting on and off for a while, but always struggled with getting tired in my left hand fingers. I think I prefer your method for now, as it seems I don’t have to hold on to the yarn as hard as I used to 😊

@kimberlypatton9634 Год назад

I taught myself to crochet as a teen and in the 70's I had only library books to guide me.Now after 40+ years of crocheting I was just curious to try different ways to hold the yarn,since I have developed over the a totally different way that seemed to come naturally for me in a personal way .I find it helps with my annoyance with the "tension" issue,and it may be useful to someone reading this...my "method " is to thread the yarn over the ring finger,then under the pointer finger,then around and over the thumb,followed by going back under the pointer finger then over it to crochet.I sometimes wind a too long length of forward yarn around the pointer finger a few times to tighten for the hook area that you work at.The reason I like it so much is that I can extend my thumb to pull forth more yarn as needed.Its unusual I know, but it works for me! I have an issue with the lack of being able to control the slackness in yarn and this "way" the thumb pulls the yarn like a tension on a sewing machine and as I tend to crochet too tightly it helps with uniformity for my own projects .I also hold my hook underneath as you would a pencil.But your video is great for trying out ways that may be easier for beginners to do and you did great! I was curious to see if anybody else does it the way I do,but you just meet to get comfortable with whatever works for the individual crocheter personally..I'm a new sub!

@crochetunraveled Год назад

That is so interesting! I’ve seen so many different ways to hold the yarn and maybe I will try your method out for my next video.

@juanguentenguea.gonzalez737 9 месяцев назад

I called it continental crocheting. Thank you for your tutoring and your time to demonstrate your video.

@MouseLoves2Dance 12 дней назад

I learned to crochet when I was 3 from my great grandmother, MeMe, who used to babysit me a lot. I was pretty good at it and kept it up until I was 10 or so, then got distracted with other crafts and never picked it up again. Now I’m reteaching myself at 42! I was struggling with just holding and basic chains until I found this video. I like the first method, but yours works the best for me! Thank you for sharing! 💜

@crochetunraveled 12 дней назад

That is wonderful! I’m glad you’re getting back into it :)

@marevaca5706 2 года назад

THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO SHARE THESES USEFUL TIPS !

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

Yay! I’m so glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching ❤️

@Sdubgold Год назад

I’ve been crocheting over 20 years and I always used your 3rd method but I would hold the tail with my other fingers and they would cramp for a while. I’ve been trying to figure out a new way to hold comfortably and opt 2 is really comfortable so far. Thanks!

@crochetunraveled Год назад

So glad it helped!

@grandskate 2 года назад

Perfect! Just what I needed for starting my crochet journey! I like the last one the best.

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

Yay! Thanks for watching ❤️❤️❤️

@dikhsanyasdb7461 2 месяца назад

Glad that I found this video....the 3rd method was the one that suited and felt comfortable for me. 4th method is the second method that I felt comfortable in , will follow these two from now on...

@crochetunraveled 2 месяца назад

I’m glad it was helpful 😊

@national_coa_local_branch Год назад

Thank you! My index finger was cramping up and I switched to the pinky wrap method and I’m ok now!

@ashleym1262 Год назад

THANK YOU! I'm learning to crochet and hated the yarn being wrapped around my pinky but that seems to be what everyone teaches. I love the last one that you showed!! It feels so much more natural to me and I'm excited to keep practice :)

@crochetunraveled Год назад

Yes! I’m so glad it was helpful :)

@veauford 5 месяцев назад

😊😅

@jetlynnsmith5711 6 месяцев назад

Thank you so much for this!! This part has literally been an obstacle and me learning even basic crocheting

@crochetunraveled 6 месяцев назад

I’m so glad it was helpful!!

@truegritadventures 2 года назад

Thanks for the help, I love the last one!!

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

Yay! So glad it helped, thanks for watching!! ❤️❤️❤️

@paigiedoo Год назад

thank you SO much! i should have looked this up sooner! i’ve been crocheting for about a month and a half and the way i was holding my yarn was super inefficient. so thank you for this! your favorite is now my favorite way to hold it!!

@crochetunraveled Год назад

So glad it was helpful!!

@totallydomestic433 5 месяцев назад

Thank you! I am new to crochet & wrap around middle finger, but not sold on that way. I will try all methods you suggested.

@Gabby-ji1ft 3 года назад

Thanks for this ,I've just started learning to crochet and I was struggling to hold the yarn right as it was always too tight but this video really helped :)

@crochetunraveled 3 года назад

Yay! I’m so glad this helped. Thanks for watching 😊 happy crocheting!

@kaitlynnielson8404 Год назад

Thanks for the tips! Option 3 is my favorite right now, maybe because the project I’m doing uses a very fuzzy yarn that tends to lead to too much tension.

@sora9098 Год назад

TYSMMM!! I’ve watched so many tutorials and they all went too fast but this actually helped!! I’m still struggling to keep the tension but generally I found a method that’s good for me

@crochetunraveled Год назад

I’m so glad it was helpful!! Keep practicing and it will become second nature 🥰

@pamelayourek4143 Год назад

Thank you for showing the options!

@crochetunraveled Год назад

Hope it was helpful! ❤️🧶

@hanu2198 2 года назад

I have been trying to crotchet my foundation chain, and the tension has been all over the place, other videos were like, here make this tensioner, I was like hold up, I can't even get the chain right and you want me to make what? Thank you thank you thank you, I am now working on my foundation basics all because of you!!!

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

Yay!!! You will get the hang of it in no time ☺️❤️

@melodybrewer7231 3 года назад

Awesome tutorial. Thank you for sharing.

@crochetunraveled 3 года назад

Hi Melody, thanks for watching!!! :) Let me know if there are any other tutorials you would like to see from me.

@breebree6220 7 месяцев назад

I hold my yarn with the same hand I hold my hook and have terribly tight tension. The third method works like a charm and feels way more natural and comfortable than the weird way I was doing it 😂 thank you!

@crochetunraveled 7 месяцев назад

So glad it helped!

@user-vd6my1tc1p Год назад

This was super easy and made it a ton easier!! Thank you!!

@crochetunraveled Год назад

I’m so glad it helped and thank you for watching!!

@Sereniti_1 7 месяцев назад

WRAP AROUND POINTER FINGER WORKS FOR ME 🤗🤗

@00chouette 3 года назад

Thanks for your video! So far i was wrapping the yarn over my pinkie, but it is a bit too tight sometimes. Now I have a lot of new options to try!

@crochetunraveled 3 года назад

Yay! Hopefully one of the options will be perfect ☺️ happy crocheting!

@laxmivissa3713 11 месяцев назад

Very nice!Thanks

@scotteliaduval4301 Месяц назад

Thank you for this video, what a blessing ❤ my daughter and I are trying to crochet for the fur time, your video was super helpful. Thank you 🙏 gracias ❤

@crochetunraveled Месяц назад

I’m so glad it was helpful!! 🧶❤️

@skippersandra7351 Год назад

This is a great tutorial!!! I'm going to share it with my crochet group! Well done!!

@crochetunraveled Год назад

Thank you!!! I’m so glad you enjoyed and happy crocheting 🧶🥰

@argonwheatbelly637 5 месяцев назад

I use a variant of the OIFUTR method you show in the video. I also use my other fingers to adjust the tension along with changes in how I cinch up a loop with the hook and my right hand and fingers. Nice video.

@squinn681 Год назад

Most informative, easy to follow, and demonstrations are great. Similar videos were confusing and made me want to give up. I will be checking out the other videos.

@crochetunraveled Год назад

Thank you for the positive feedback! I’m glad it easy helpful ❤️

@aleshaburke6652 2 года назад

Thank you! I crochet right handed, but I am learning to crochet left handed. And what I normally do wasn’t working! Your video gave me some options that might work for getting the right tension

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

Yay I’m so happy to hear that! Thanks for watching ❤️❤️❤️

@ekimia Год назад

Thank you 🌼

@bethanypeake1383 Год назад

Yes!!!! I needed this!!! I'm still trying to figure out how to hold my yarn and be able to throw something together in a day and to where its comfortable so I can pick up my speed over time. I'm getting the hang of things but still need that little bit of help. Thank you so much! Yes I subscribed and liked video too :)

@crochetunraveled Год назад

Thanks so much Bethany!!! I’m glad it helped 😊

@giddykitty37 2 года назад

Thanks. I like your favorite method a lot

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

I’m so glad it works for you! Thanks for watching ❤️❤️❤️

@maemendoza2231 Год назад

Thank you so much it helps me a lot 🥰

@crochetunraveled Год назад

I’m so glad! Thanks for watching 🧶❤️

@KDM_lhs 5 месяцев назад

Thank you 😊

@ruthannklos9649 Год назад

Thank you so much for your tutorial l was having alot of pain in my ring and middle finger's so this was so helpful without me having to get a shot in my fingers.

@crochetunraveled Год назад

I’m so glad!! I hope your pain fully subsides ❤️

@fakegamersam2771 3 года назад

Thanks for this! I had only seen the first method, and personally not a fan. Can't wait to try out the other methods to see what works best for me!

@crochetunraveled 3 года назад

Yay! Thanks so much for watching and I hope one of these methods does the trick for you 🥰

@ashleyautaubo8620 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for this! I am a beginner. I don't know if it's because I'm using cheap Walmart yarn, or because I have a plastic hook (or both), but I seem to be crocheting super tight. The simple finger is definitely helping with that, but man...the hand cramps!

@MsPen49 3 года назад

Having not crocheted in over 40 years, I couldn't remember how I used to hold the yarn! After trying quite a few tecnniques, I found your video and I now like the one you prefer to use. Thanks so much!

@crochetunraveled 3 года назад

That’s great news Penny! Thank you so much for watching ☺️

@TjC_3124 6 месяцев назад

Thank you for such a wonderful visual tutorial on how to hold yarn. It may sound silly, but placing my hand on the table like you did helped 100% vs trying to wrap the yarn with my hand in the air. For me, I am just not as coordinated (yet lol) with my nondominant left hand. My grandmother did a lot of crochet and tatting. I remember she always had a squeeze ball or the hand exerciser grippers in her left hand when she'd take a break. It makes sense to build up strength😊 Thanks again!! ❤

@crochetunraveled 6 месяцев назад

That’s great! So smart of your grandma to work on that hand strength… I never thought to do that 😊 happy crocheting ❤️

@Levimason-c9b 13 дней назад

This helped me like so much

@crochetunraveled 13 дней назад

Yay!

@lotsoflavender31 2 года назад

Thank you very much for this video. I’ve developed arthritis in my left pinky and of course that’s the one I wrap the yarn around 🥴. I’m going to try your last one, first off to see how I go 🌸🇦🇺

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

Good luck!!! I hope it helps ❤️❤️❤️

@veronica7751 2 года назад

Thank you Soo much

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

You’re so welcome! Thanks for watching & happy crocheting 🧶❤️

@ronakpai2903 7 месяцев назад

I was close to quitting because I was having trouble with tension. Tried your preferred choice I GOT IT! Thank you so much for this tutorial

@crochetunraveled 7 месяцев назад

Yay!! I’m so glad it helped 😊

@BellaFrice 2 года назад

This helped me find one I think I used to do which isn't listed lol Over pinky under next 2 and over point. Very slight tension I'm a tight crocheted but as I'm getting older I'm working on fixing that thanks so much!

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

That is great!!! Happy crocheting 🧶❤️❤️❤️

@DontUBaDiva 3 года назад

Thanks for this I'm relearning crochet-ing with my 98 year old mom I'm looking forward to giving us both something to fill her days. She has dementia so 🤞that this is an activity we can manage.

@crochetunraveled 3 года назад

That is a wonderful thing to do together! I hope you both enjoy and can have fun crocheting and spending time with one another. Thanks so much for watching❤️

@lykeprice9239 2 года назад

Thanks! This really helped me!

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

Yay! So glad it helped ☺️ thanks for watching ❤️❤️❤️

@lykeprice9239 2 года назад

@@crochetunraveled wow fast response lol

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

😂😂😂

@fungus4024 2 года назад

Cool

@sweetiepretty Год назад

I have always used the pointer finger its easy but I've got some injury. Thanks for this video its helpful

@crochetunraveled Год назад

I’m so glad it was helpful - thanks for watching!

@starfishxs Год назад

I have a friend that wants to learn how to crochet but her parents don’t want to buy her the materials to crochet so I’m trying to tech her at school during recess and sometimes even class but the issue it well I mean it is always hard to learn something new especially crochet or knitting but I’m left handed and she’s right handed so hopefully the first method helps her!🤞🤞🤞

@crochetunraveled Год назад

That is very sweet of you! I hope it helps and thanks for watching 🥰

@zb3264 Год назад

Please do a video on Michaels product: loops and thread knitten tension tool.

@terryfowler4609 6 месяцев назад

Thank you for this video. I taught myself to crochet by U tube videos, but 5hey never show you options on how to hold the yarn. I’m going to try several of your methods. I was using just the index finger but my tension was all over the place.

@crochetunraveled 6 месяцев назад

I’m so glad it helped! Hopefully you find an option that works for you

@izabella6705 Год назад

this was so helpful i've been crocheting for over a year and i've always felt tension in my hand im going to try out B for awhile hopefully that way my hand doesn't hurt:)

@crochetunraveled Год назад

I hope it helps!! You’ll have to report back and let me know 😊

@izabella6705 Год назад

@@crochetunraveled Yes ofc😇

@JenniferRogers-il3sc 20 дней назад

Hey this is my first time doing this

@gracerobertson5923 Месяц назад

I didn’t really have tension issues because the first project I started was a blanket and I wasn’t doing crazy patterns. But I knew once I got into different things I would need it so why not address it now before it becomes an issue

@AmyLeeBasshunter Год назад

I hold mine using 3 but it hurts the tendon under that index knuckle from holding the index up. Any tips to avoid that?

@madelonvanroekel1646 9 месяцев назад

Im having trouble with the tension and holding the yarn because the yarn slides down my pointy finger when I try to crochet, do you have any tips on how to fix this? Thank you for this video because it explains very clearly how to hold your yarn in different ways, Im just having trouble actually doing it. Have a nice day!

@Lindseyszn Год назад

I’ve been crocheting for three years, and I’ve always held my yard in a weird way, but it cramps up my hand after a short period of time, so I’m trying to re-teach myself and an issue I keep running into with the tension, is that the yarn keeps sticking to my hand, so when i need to pull more yarn, it won’t go, it’s like it’s stuck to my fingers and it’s so hard, i can’t figure this out !!

@jamie_lattee3956 2 года назад

This is really helpful! I have to ask though, I have trouble with pulling through my yarn - whats the best way tonhave more control over this?

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

Hi Jamie, it might be that your tension is too tight or maybe you just need to practice the motion more. Can you explain a little bit more what’s going on and maybe I can answer your question better ☺️

@janicesmith1956 Год назад

If you hold item with first finger and thumb the yarn round little finger under ring finger and over middle finger the tension of yarn is perfect. Hold the hook like a pen much better and no rsi of fingers. Paton method is much easier on wrists.

@nargesmottaghi7464 2 года назад

Hi. I am new to your channel I was wondering if you know how to make the 3D daisy for cardigan or sweaters !!! Thank you…… BTW, I am pretty new to crocheting…..☺️☺️☺️

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

Hello Narges! First of all, thanks so much for watching. Secondly, I’ve looked up the 3D daisy and it looks like there are many variations! I don’t have a tutorial for the 3D daisy, but I’m sure you can find one for a design that you like on Pinterest or here on RU-vid. Let me know if you have any questions! Happy crocheting 🧶

@peryton5258 9 месяцев назад

3:50 I’m so glad how I hold my yarn/hook is acceptable I was worried I’d have to change or have arthritis at 25 lol

@crochetunraveled 9 месяцев назад

I’ve seen so many different ways to hold it, it’s whatever works for you!

@elizabethkahny2008 Год назад

I don't have an issue with tension... I watched your video hoping I'd find a way to have my left forefinger less involved. It is getting so sore! I can't figure out why.

@KC-um4vt 2 года назад

I'm new to You Tube. Do you have a video on how to do a back post treble stitch?

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

Hi KC I don’t have that video up although it is on my list to make! Hopefully you can find another good tutorial in the meantime ☺️

@mygoldfishrocks Год назад

I can't hold it any of those ways 😶. I've tried, but the only way I can crochet is by holding my work between my middle and ring fingers, and feeding the thread through in-between my index finger and thumb. I cannot keep my index finger extended while holding the thread on top.. It may be because I cut hair years ago (still do occasionally) and control the hair cutting scissors, or just because I like for all my fingers to work, except for my lazy pinky.😁

@crochetunraveled Год назад

If that’s what works for you, then more power to you! 😄🧶

@reginajones27 11 месяцев назад

I prefer method #3 for holding my yarn because it is easy for me.

@evelynrogers779 Год назад

I am having trouble with either it's too tight or its too loose and I just started 2 days ago. My mother and sister could crochet but I couldn't learn from them. I am taking a class at the library where I work. It has its advantages! It was suggested by my crochet teacher to find and check out how to hold the yarn comfortably. My fingers cramp up because I am holding to tightly and if I loosen my fingers, I loose what rhythm I had. The other problem I have is I somehow hook half the yarn loop and make loosened holes in the yarn making it frayed. Any help or advice you can give would be appreciated.

@crochetunraveled Год назад

Well, first of all, it’s amazing that you only started 2 days ago! A lot of this is just going to take some practice, but it sounds like you are off to a good start considering the fact that you can pinpoint exactly what you are having trouble with! What might help is first of all, get some acrylic yarn. I’m not sure what you’re using now, but I feel like acrylic yarn is harder to split than some other types. The type of hook might help, too. Some have a more rounded head that will be less likely to poke through the yarn and split it. Also, acrylic yarn is cheap, so if you mess up no worries! I would try out a few different ways of holding the yarn and then just figure out what feels most natural to you. Then I would suggest you just pick one type of easy stitch to do (probably dc or hdc) and then, using your cheap yarn, make a big rectangle that has no purpose other than being something you use for practice. Practice making your rectangle while listening to a podcast or watching a tv show in the background. This will help you not think so much about what you are doing and I think you’ll naturally find a flow where you’re not gripping the yarn so tightly and your tension will become more consistent. Don’t put pressure on yourself 😊 it’s a new skill and it’s supposed to be fun andenjoyable! You got this! ❤️❤️

@ramona7877 Год назад

Interestingly enough, the way I hold my yarn and hook wasn't shown. Between my pinky and ring finger, over my pointer, nothing looped around. I use my pointer and thumb to hold my work and hold my hook like a pencil. I began crocheting in the 70s.

@crochetunraveled Год назад

I’ll keep this in mind! Maybe your technique would help someone else 😊

@carolearnest614 Год назад

I have been crocheting for many years and I could never find and I still can't find a comfortable way to hold my yarn so I do need help in this

@Woodsorrel_tea Год назад

I’ve been trying to improve my technique lately because I’m self taught and I naturally fell into having the yarn on my right side and wrapping it around the hook with my right hand while holding my work in my left. Is this a known technique or is it just me making things up? I will be trying out these methods as well. Thanks!

@crochetunraveled Год назад

I have seen someone crochet really quickly with this technique! It is a common way to work with yarn while knitting but not very common for crocheters. If it works for you, I say go for it!

@Woodsorrel_tea Год назад

@@crochetunraveled awesome! Thanks. This actually makes total sense since I started with knitting. Glad to know it’s not totally weird.

@donnasmith2350 3 месяца назад

I would like to know how to crochet collar for tops

@crochetunraveled 3 месяца назад

I’m sure you can find some great tutorials on other RU-vid channels for that :)

@cathyclutterbuck5567 Год назад

I find it difficult to crochet holding yarn in my left hand , I was an ardent knitter so I tend to use my right hand and kind of knit the yarn If that makes sense? Mmy tension is quite loose though I keep having a go with my left hand but I always go back to my right so frustrating!! So weird as I am actually left handed lol

@crochetunraveled Год назад

I have seen people crochet quickly and successfully using this method! I wanted to do a full video on it but I have a hard time crocheting this way. Do what works for you! And keep practicing to get that tension correct :) I wish I could be more helpful, but just know that it’s possible!

@pamf9018 2 года назад

I think I change how I hold depending on the yarn and the stitch

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

If it works for you, then I say go for it ☺️ thanks for watching ❤️❤️❤️

@karenholman7975 Год назад

i wish you could help. im a stroke survivor limited use in left hand. i cant seem to get the yarn around fingers on left hand. any ideas pls?

@crochetunraveled Год назад

Hi Karen, have you heard of crochet rings or yarn tension rings? It’s a ring that you can wear on your left hand and wrap the yarn around it to keep tension. Maybe that would help?

@karenholman7975 Год назад

@@crochetunraveled omg I know where I can get one. Yes I've seen them. Ty soon very much. I hope u have a great day. Ty again . Ps I'm in Nova Scotia. Wow I'm excited to get one and try one

@crochetunraveled Год назад

I’m so glad! You’ll have to let me know how it works! Thanks so much for watching and best of luck 🥰

@jidan8084 Год назад

My left hand that is holding the yarn is hurting even though i already stop crocheting in months and when i started again i can still feel it. Any tips on how to avoid it?

@crochetunraveled Год назад

I feel for you because I have the same problem! I would just suggest trying out different methods and make sure you are taking care of yourself. Maybe you can set up an elevated yarn holder or something so you don’t have to use your left hand as much… not sure what this would look like but something to think about

@Shihzooz 3 года назад

👍

@saheedimran6725 2 года назад

Pls were did u get such a large and fat yarn and the big hook

@crochetunraveled 2 года назад

I think I got my hook and yarn from a store called Michaels. Jo-Ann’s and Hobby Lobby are also good places to look for yarn and hooks or you can just order online!

@24harkness 6 месяцев назад

help I wrapp my yarn around my pointer finger but like I always keep it straight and my hand holding the yarn hurts so bad I literally can't keep it not straight because I've accustomed to it

@crochetunraveled 6 месяцев назад

You could try something like using a yarn tension ring (you can buy these online) while keeping your finger bent

@araiyahgadson9200 9 месяцев назад

Can someone help my loop keeps undoing when I get the first one over. Also the first loop won’t go over the new one I did🤷🏽‍♀️

@crochetunraveled 9 месяцев назад

I’m not sure what you mean. If you want, send me a video on IG of what you are experiencing and I can try to help

@araiyahgadson9200 9 месяцев назад

Thxs what’s the ig

@crochetunraveled 9 месяцев назад

@crochet_unraveled

@chaseli3459 Год назад

My yarn keeps getting stuck and not moving, any tips for that?

@crochetunraveled Год назад

Not moving through your fingers or getting stuck within your project?

@mandysmith7949 Год назад

None of your links work I would like to sign up to your beginner guide

@Sol_Therian-dp6ef 3 месяца назад

I’m struggling to chain whatsoever my yarn won’t go through the hook can you do a video with detail on chaining

@crochetunraveled 3 месяца назад

How to Crochet a Chain - Step-by-Step Beginner's Guide to Crocheting Chains | Crochet Unraveled ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-EChc4_C2y0I.html

@Sol_Therian-dp6ef 3 месяца назад

@@crochetunraveled I watched your video and now I can chain thank you so much

@zaain.65 7 месяцев назад

so im the „minimalist crocheter“😛

@user-dr5ix4rc4b 9 месяцев назад

I don't hold my yarn like none of those wsys.

@maryk.madachy2368 9 месяцев назад

You didn't include the most minimalist method. Just hold it between the middle and index finger (over the pinkie, ring, and middle). I held it this way for years (and still do sometimes - depending on where the ball/skein of yarn is located in proximity to my hands and hook).

@crochetunraveled 9 месяцев назад

I’ll have to try this!

@Diane574 4 месяца назад

I have difficulty holding the yarn, but your favorite way seems to be what my fingers want to do. I really like this video, I like your clam voice and slow instructions. However, the jangling “music” annoys me absolutely and since I need your voice I can’t turn off the sound. I am a beginner and it hasn’t been easy. I just cannot tolerate the awful noisy music partnered with something that should be soothing (not nerve-wracking).