If you're all about stepping up your skills when it comes to crochet, then you have come to the right place. Maybe you just want to learn some quirky or unusual crochet techniques. You've still come to the right place!
This list is sure to delight any avid crocheter or even a beginner. Check out the following unusual crochet techniques, and don't forget to share them with a crochet buddy.
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Fusion crochet
Crochet along with the video below to discover how to combine your loves of yarn and fabric. In just three short rounds, you'll crochet a beautiful lace edge on your favorite fabric quarters.
Crochet along with the video below to discover how to combine your loves of yarn and fabric. In just three short rounds, you'll crochet a beautiful lace edge on your favorite fabric quarters.
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In fact, you can use this technique on anything that you can put stitches into. Try it on a granny square, hole-punched paper or anything that needs a little embellishment. For a fancy bedspread or tablecloth, crochet together multiple squares with a slip stitch or sew them together with a whip stitch. To get started, watch the helpful video.
Crocheted rug with old T-shirts
When most people think of crochet, old T-shirts are not a traditional material of choice, but maybe they should be. This fun crochet rug project is not only simple, it's also a frugal way to save a bundle on a new rug for your living room,. As an added bonus, you can clear a little extra space in your closet or drawers for new T-shirts.
When most people think of crochet, old T-shirts are not a traditional material of choice, but maybe they should be. This fun crochet rug project is not only simple, it's also a frugal way to save a bundle on a new rug for your living room,. As an added bonus, you can clear a little extra space in your closet or drawers for new T-shirts.
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If you have a few old (100 percent cotton) T-shirt, this rug will cost little more than your time. It's better to choose shirts that have little or no print and shirts that are of a similar weight for more consistency. Of course, if you want a unique pattern, try a heavily patterned shirt. Watch the video below to see how you can make your own "yarn" from an old T-shirt.
Crochet around an embroidery hoop
This project is fun and easy to customize. You can use as many yarn colors as you'd like and then decorate it with things such as feathers, beads and fringe.
This project is fun and easy to customize. You can use as many yarn colors as you'd like and then decorate it with things such as feathers, beads and fringe.
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This video shows step-by-step how to make a simple dream catcher by crocheting around a hoop. Give it a watch and you will see just how easy it is.
Crochet around a popsicle stick
With the holidays right around the corner, people are feverishly trying to come up with ideas for gifts. Infinity scarves and lacy tops are in vogue right now, so being able to make your own for friends and family will make you everyone's favorite. Grab some yarn, a small crochet hook and a popsicle stick, dowel rod or knitting needle. To create an unusual lace, use thinner yarn, a smaller crochet hook and a techniques rod.
With the holidays right around the corner, people are feverishly trying to come up with ideas for gifts. Infinity scarves and lacy tops are in vogue right now, so being able to make your own for friends and family will make you everyone's favorite. Grab some yarn, a small crochet hook and a popsicle stick, dowel rod or knitting needle. To create an unusual lace, use thinner yarn, a smaller crochet hook and a techniques rod.
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If you want to go old style, you can use a broomstick handle in place of the knitting needle, but that might be a little awkward. With supplies in hand, you are ready to embark on the broomstick lace stitch. All you need to know to do this is the chain (ch) and single crochet (sc). Check out the step-by-step tutorial in the video below.
Crochet around LED lights
A new DIY project has taken Pinterest by storm. Originally created by designer Johanna Hyrkäs for IMU Design, this project is guaranteed to wow anyone who sees it. The beautiful lighted rug has inspired many very talented crafters to make their own and to share their tutorials so you can reproduce it from the comfort of your home.
A new DIY project has taken Pinterest by storm. Originally created by designer Johanna Hyrkäs for IMU Design, this project is guaranteed to wow anyone who sees it. The beautiful lighted rug has inspired many very talented crafters to make their own and to share their tutorials so you can reproduce it from the comfort of your home.
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Watch the video demonstration below to learn how to crochet over LED lights. Once you watch this, you can easily decide how you can alter this project to suit your needs.
How to use up leftover yarn
The yo-yo stitch is a unique, circular stitch that is made only of double crochets and worked in the round. It works well for afghans, wall decor or even shawls and scarves. One of the best perks of the yo-yo pattern, however, is that it also is ideal for getting rid of leftover yarn because you can make each individual yo-yo with a different color.
The yo-yo stitch is a unique, circular stitch that is made only of double crochets and worked in the round. It works well for afghans, wall decor or even shawls and scarves. One of the best perks of the yo-yo pattern, however, is that it also is ideal for getting rid of leftover yarn because you can make each individual yo-yo with a different color.
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The first thing you will need to do is master this stitch, and you can do that by watching the helpful video below.
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