Crochet Tutorials

A collection of crochet tutorials covering the techniques I use most in my own graphgan and colorwork projects. You will find step-by-step written guides and video tutorials here, everything from foundation stitches and color changes to reading charts and keeping your edges tidy. Most tutorials are aimed at crocheters who want to try graphgan-style colorwork, but plenty of the techniques covered are useful for any crochet project.

The Wattle Stitch: A Textured Crochet Stitch Tutorial

WillowCrochet, January 28, 2026, Crochet Tutorials

Crocheted wattle stitch swatch laid flat on a wooden surface, showing stitch definition and overall fabric texture

How to Crochet the Wattle Stitch (Step-by-Step Photo & Video Tutorial) The wattle stitch is one of those crochet stitch patterns that looks way more complicated than it actually is. Usually, people assume it’s fiddly or hard to memorise. In reality, it’s one of my favorite stitch patterns to...

Crochet Borders to Finish Off Any Project

WillowCrochet, July 17, 2025, Crochet Tutorials

A fan of five crochet squares stacked neatly on top of each other, each featuring a different textured border. The borders include green, orange, purple, and lime green yarns paired with cream and lavender bases. The stitches vary in height and texture, showcasing different border styles side-by-side.

5 Easy Crochet Borders That Make Any Project Pop A good crochet border can take a project from “pretty cute” to “wow, did you make that?”It’s the finishing touch that brings everything together. Whether you’re working on a bold colorwork blanket, a textured wall hanging, or just a swatch...

How to Easily Attach Crochet Wall Hangings to a Dowel

WillowCrochet, June 18, 2025, Crochet Tutorials

A crochet wall hanging featuring a black silhouette of a giraffe standing in front of a bright orange sun. The minimalist design also includes black acacia trees on a cream background. The crochet piece is created with single crochet stitches and is attached to a wooden dowel, with yarn used for hanging.

Mounting Crochet Wall Hangings: My Go-To Method Attaching your crochet wall hanging to a dowel might not be the most exciting step, but it’s one of those little things that can really elevate your finished piece. I’ve used this method over and over again because it’s quick, tidy, and...

Tunisian Knit Stitch: Everything You Need to Know

WillowCrochet, January 14, 2025, Crochet Tutorials

Close-up of beige fabric crocheted with the Tunisian knit stitch, shown with a gold crochet hook resting on the work.

Master The Tunisian Knit Stitch: A Complete Guide With Tutorial JUMP TO TUTORIAL If you’ve ever admired the look of knitted fabric but prefer working with a crochet hook, the Tunisian knit stitch is your dream come true. This stitch has a beautiful, dense texture that looks just like...

Foundation Double Crochet Step-By-Step Tutorial

WillowCrochet, January 9, 2025, Crochet Tutorials

A crochet project using the foundation double crochet stitch with beige yarn and a 5.0 mm crochet hook on a wooden table.

How to Crochet the Foundation Double Crochet Stitch: Written and Video Tutorial Have you ever started a crochet project with a long foundation chain, only to realize you miscounted or made your stitches too tight? If you’re nodding along, you’re not alone. The good news is there’s a better...

Tunisian Simple Stitch: A Beginner’s Guide

WillowCrochet, January 6, 2025, Crochet Tutorials

A beige crochet square made using the Tunisian simple stitch, with a gold crochet hook on a wooden surface.

Tunisian Simple Stitch Made Easy JUMP TO TUTORIAL When I first discovered Tunisian crochet, I was immediately intrigued. It’s such a unique method of crocheting that combines elements of knitting and traditional crochet, creating a fabric that’s sturdy, textured, and completely distinct. Unlike traditional crochet, which often has an...

How To Do The Foundation Half Double Crochet (FHDC) Stitch

WillowCrochet, January 4, 2025, Crochet Tutorials

A crochet project using the foundation half double crochet stitch with beige yarn and a 5.0 mm crochet hook on a wooden table.

Foundation Half Double Crochet (FHDC): A Game-Changer for Your Crochet Projects JUMP TO TUTORIAL The Foundation Half Double Crochet (FHDC) stitch is perfect if you’ve ever struggled with a starting chain that’s too tight, uneven, or just plain frustrating. Or maybe you’ve realized halfway through your project that you...

HDC Block Stitch Square: Easy Tutorial

WillowCrochet, January 1, 2025, Crochet Tutorials, Free Crochet Patterns

Two crochet block stitch squares in orange, white, and purple yarn displayed on a wooden surface.

Crochet HDC Block Stitch Square: Written Pattern and Video Tutorial JUMP TO TUTORIAL The HDC block stitch square is one of my favorite crochet designs because it’s both fun and versatile. I first came across this stitch when experimenting with ideas for my 2025 crochet book blanket. What I...

How To Crochet The Foundation Single Crochet (FSC) Stitch

WillowCrochet, December 16, 2024, Crochet Tutorials

Foundation Single Crochet (FSC): Why It’s The Best Way To Start Your Projects JUMP TUTORIAL If you’ve ever wrestled with a long chain of stitches only to realize you miscounted halfway through, you’re not alone. We’ve all been there, undoing our hard work and mumbling a few choice words...

A Complete Guide To Weaving In Ends On Your Graphgan

WillowCrochet, January 11, 2024, Crochet Tutorials, Graphgan Tips & Tricks

Close-up of an orange and black crochet project with gold embroidery scissors, a darning needle, and yarn strands

A Complete Guide To Weaving In Ends On Your Graphgan Isn’t it the best feeling when you finally finish a graphgan? All those hours of hard work come together into one beautiful piece. But then… you look at the back and see all those loose ends waiting for you....

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