![Helen Zhou - Crochet](/img/default-banner.jpg)
- 40
- 38 066
Helen Zhou - Crochet
Canada
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 25 เม.ย. 2021
I'm Helen. I make one-handed crochet and knitting videos, and how I adapt different activities to someone who only uses one hand.
I also make 3D art. On this channel, I will be doing Blender tutorials for absolute beginners and beginners. I also do time-lapses, step-by-step tutorials, and quick tips!
I wrote a Medium article about why you should start a TH-cam channel in 2023, it’s a quick read and my Medium blog is down below.
I also have a TikTok where I show my knitting, crocheting, and adaptive fiber arts
Follow me on Twitter to see the behind-the-scenes of my mind.
Connect with me everywhere and subscribe to this channel!
I also make 3D art. On this channel, I will be doing Blender tutorials for absolute beginners and beginners. I also do time-lapses, step-by-step tutorials, and quick tips!
I wrote a Medium article about why you should start a TH-cam channel in 2023, it’s a quick read and my Medium blog is down below.
I also have a TikTok where I show my knitting, crocheting, and adaptive fiber arts
Follow me on Twitter to see the behind-the-scenes of my mind.
Connect with me everywhere and subscribe to this channel!
Overview of my DIY Adaptive Crochet Aid
This is the overview of how to build my DIY crochet aid that I think some of you are waiting for. Unfortunately, there is no clip of me actually building the aid step-by-step. I've also written the time stamps, which I will put in the comments below this video.
I filmed this video in the span of two days, so that's why you can see the change of clothes in the video.
Here are a bunch of links to things I've talked about in this video.
This is the video that changed the whole landscape of crocheting for me.
th-cam.com/video/vaj3P4PtykI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=DRskzsFnhaf7u8qw
This is the IG post where I shared someone who got inspired by my crochet aid and decided to make one of her own.
pCpQ1LhCuyJY/?img_index=1
Holding the crochet hook differently (a video from Alexandria Masse)
th-cam.com/video/yC2XpaXo48A/w-d-xo.htmlsi=btKjBFhVga-uL3U2
Blog post: 7 ways to crochet with one hand
www.imhelenzhou.com/post/7-ways-you-can-crochet-with-one-hand
Blog post: My DIY adaptive crochet aid
www.imhelenzhou.com/post/part-1-how-to-crochet-with-one-hand-using-my-adaptive-crochet-aid
TADACT Crochet and Knitting Aid
tadact.org.au/product/one-handed-knitting-aid/
Thank you so much for watching!
Timestamps
0:00 Intro
1:20 Why do I crochet this way?
8:07 My Crochet Aid (in-depth overview)
15:51 Some examples of using the crochet aid
22: 28 Am I cheating, using this way of crocheting?
26:11 Knitting aid?
27:30 Last Thoughts
I filmed this video in the span of two days, so that's why you can see the change of clothes in the video.
Here are a bunch of links to things I've talked about in this video.
This is the video that changed the whole landscape of crocheting for me.
th-cam.com/video/vaj3P4PtykI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=DRskzsFnhaf7u8qw
This is the IG post where I shared someone who got inspired by my crochet aid and decided to make one of her own.
pCpQ1LhCuyJY/?img_index=1
Holding the crochet hook differently (a video from Alexandria Masse)
th-cam.com/video/yC2XpaXo48A/w-d-xo.htmlsi=btKjBFhVga-uL3U2
Blog post: 7 ways to crochet with one hand
www.imhelenzhou.com/post/7-ways-you-can-crochet-with-one-hand
Blog post: My DIY adaptive crochet aid
www.imhelenzhou.com/post/part-1-how-to-crochet-with-one-hand-using-my-adaptive-crochet-aid
TADACT Crochet and Knitting Aid
tadact.org.au/product/one-handed-knitting-aid/
Thank you so much for watching!
Timestamps
0:00 Intro
1:20 Why do I crochet this way?
8:07 My Crochet Aid (in-depth overview)
15:51 Some examples of using the crochet aid
22: 28 Am I cheating, using this way of crocheting?
26:11 Knitting aid?
27:30 Last Thoughts
มุมมอง: 1 305
วีดีโอ
Different Ways to Crochet with One Hand | Sit and Chat
มุมมอง 363ปีที่แล้ว
This is just an unscripted sit-down-and-talk video. Partially to practice my improv skills, and to have a conversation-based video for you all. My 7 Ways to Crochet with One Hand www.imhelenzhou.com/post/7-ways-you-can-crochet-with-one-hand TADACT crochet aid www.imhelenzhou.com/post/let-s-talk-about-the-tadact-crochet-aid My specific crochet aid and materials to build it! www.imhelenzhou.com/p...
Crocheting a vest/tank top | Ep 1. Weaving the Ends | Crochet with One Hand using my Crochet Aid
มุมมอง 285ปีที่แล้ว
This is a process video of making my first wearable art. I will attempt to create a vest or tank top, and a shirt, and will attempt to wear it without the piece falling to shreds or being torn apart. In this episode, you will see me weaving the ends in for my granny squares. Follow my journey as I crochet these granny squares into something magnificent. Or at least I hope it will be. My COMPLET...
How to Build My Adaptive Crochet Aid Part 1
มุมมอง 552ปีที่แล้ว
Today I will be talking about how I built my crochet aid from scratch. My blog post: www.imhelenzhou.com/post/part-1-how-to-crochet-with-one-hand-using-my-adaptive-crochet-aid My COMPLETED 4 part series of how to crochet with one hand using an adaptive crochet aid: th-cam.com/video/wGjNgoiNoqs/w-d-xo.html My inspiration to build my crochet aid: th-cam.com/video/vaj3P4PtykI/w-d-xo.html ~ ~ ~ ~ ~...
Crochet Timelapse of Cat Beanie
มุมมอง 467ปีที่แล้ว
Today I will be doing a timelapse of crocheting a cat beanie. I will be doing the gliding method instead of the pick-up method. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Possibilities are endless, and please do not limit yourself. My goal for 2023 is to reach as many people as I can, who want to crochet but don’t know these adaptive ways to crochet exist! There are so many crochet creat...
Building the Adaptive Crochet Aid | Exciting News!
มุมมอง 148ปีที่แล้ว
This will be a series, and I'm not sure how many parts it will have. But get ready for it! My COMPLETED 4 part series of how to crochet with one hand using an adaptive crochet aid: th-cam.com/video/wGjNgoiNoqs/w-d-xo.html Magic ring video: th-cam.com/video/CgD2ONC-MA0/w-d-xo.html Follow me on Tiktok to get the behind-the-scenes of everything that I’m working on: www.tiktok.com/@imhelenzhou Foll...
A new technique for crocheting! | Adaptive Crocheting with One Hand
มุมมอง 747ปีที่แล้ว
Today I will be showing a different method of crocheting using my adaptive crochet aid! I usually use what is called the “pick up” method. Using this method, you don’t have to pick up anymore. Watch the TH-cam video to find out how I do it. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Possibilities are endless, and please do not limit yourself. My goal for 2023 is to reach as many people as ...
Flower Granny Squares Timelapse | Crochet with One Hand using my Adaptive Crochet Aid
มุมมอง 249ปีที่แล้ว
I will be creating a top with these flower granny squares! Hopefully, it looks nice when I’m done with it. Today I will be sharing a timelapse of the process of making those granny squares. As you can see, there is a lot you can make with an adaptive crochet aid, and if you have one, you can create granny squares just like with I’m doing in the video. Possibilities are endless, and please do no...
One Handed Crochet with Me Using My Adaptive Crochet Aid
มุมมอง 1.5Kปีที่แล้ว
This video is showcasing how I crochet using the "pick up" method. That's what I called my method of picking up the loops and bringing them off the crochet hook. I do the half-double crochet stitch. A lot of people from my TikTok wanted to see me make a crochet timelapse, so here it is! I definitely will be making more of these crochet timelapses in the future! So stay tuned! If you want to kno...
Knit with One-Hand | Knit Stitch (Part 3)
มุมมอง 130ปีที่แล้ว
How to do the knit stitch using my method. To hold the other knitting needle, I will use my knees or thighs. This is a 4 part series where I show you how to knit. This video is Part 3. Subscribe to my channel to follow up on my knitting series. If you want to know exactly when I upload, click the bell notification to get notified when I post a new video. Part 1 where I explain the different way...
How to make a Snowman in Blender 3.0 | Modeling and Lighting Tutorial
มุมมอง 497ปีที่แล้ว
How to make a snowman in Blender. In this video, you can follow me as we make the modeling of the snowman, how to put color, set up the lighting, and how to take a final render of your snowman. Comment down below if you have anything specific you would like to see on this channel. How to model the bankers' lamp in Blender: th-cam.com/video/ZJO3jTyT3bA/w-d-xo.html How to go to the different view...
Knit with One-Hand | Longtail Cast On + Slip Knot (Part 2)
มุมมอง 143ปีที่แล้ว
How to make a slip knot, after that I show you how to do the long tail cast-on for your knitting piece. To hold the other knitting needle, I will use my knees or thighs. This is a 4 part series where I show you how to knit. This video is Part 2. Subscribe to my channel to follow up on my knitting series. If you want to know exactly when I upload, click the bell notification to get notified when...
Counting Numbers 1-10 in the Kaiping dialect | Speaking a Chinese dialect
มุมมอง 1.8Kปีที่แล้ว
This video is for my Medium article where I discuss the “v” sound in the Kaiping dialect. Check my Medium article about growing up speaking Kaipingnese, along with English (of course!), and what fascinated me to look into this dialect a bit more. imhelenzhou.medium.com/growing-up-speaking-kaipingnese-e338723a2422 If you or your family speaks Kaipingnese 开平话, comment hello down below! Down below...
Adaptive Cutting Board: Chop pepper and pickle | One-Handed Series
มุมมอง 588ปีที่แล้ว
In this video, I will be showing you how to chop a pepper and how to chop a pickle using my adaptive cutting board. I will show you some other vegetables you can chop using this chopping board, so subscribe to my channel and hit the bell notification button to get notified when I upload my new video. This is the exact one that I’m using in the video! This is the Canadian site www.amazon.ca/Hing...
The "v" sound in Kaipingnese 開平話 | Speaking a Chinese dialect
มุมมอง 1.1Kปีที่แล้ว
In this video, I discuss the “v” sound I find in some words in Kaipingnese 开平话 (Kāipíng huà). Kaiping dialect is one of the many dialects found in China. It is part of the Sze Yup or Siyi 四邑 dialects. I will make more videos about Sze Yup, their history, and the dialect that I speak, the Kaiping dialect. Check my Medium article about growing up speaking Kaipingnese, along with English (of cours...
How I Use Duolingo to Study Mandarin Chinese | How to write the Chiniese characters with Duolingo
มุมมอง 246ปีที่แล้ว
How I Use Duolingo to Study Mandarin Chinese | How to write the Chiniese characters with Duolingo
Knit with One-Hand | How to Knit with using your knees (Part 1)
มุมมอง 921ปีที่แล้ว
Knit with One-Hand | How to Knit with using your knees (Part 1)
Crochet with One Hand using my Adaptive Crochet Device (Part 4)
มุมมอง 1.3Kปีที่แล้ว
Crochet with One Hand using my Adaptive Crochet Device (Part 4)
Crochet with One Hand (Part 3) | How to make the chain and first row of single crochet
มุมมอง 1.2Kปีที่แล้ว
Crochet with One Hand (Part 3) | How to make the chain and first row of single crochet
How to Crochet with One Hand Part 2 | How to Create a Slip Knot
มุมมอง 1.3Kปีที่แล้ว
How to Crochet with One Hand Part 2 | How to Create a Slip Knot
Crochet with Just One Hand with Adaptive Crochet Device (Part 1) | How to Crochet with One Hand
มุมมอง 4.8Kปีที่แล้ว
Crochet with Just One Hand with Adaptive Crochet Device (Part 1) | How to Crochet with One Hand
Blender Spin Tool Tutorial | How to use the spin tool in your modeling
มุมมอง 250ปีที่แล้ว
Blender Spin Tool Tutorial | How to use the spin tool in your modeling
Blender Views | Switching from Front, Side, Top, etc
มุมมอง 4.5Kปีที่แล้ว
Blender Views | Switching from Front, Side, Top, etc
Light Blub 2.0 Modeling Tutorial | Blender for Beginners
มุมมอง 106ปีที่แล้ว
Light Blub 2.0 Modeling Tutorial | Blender for Beginners
Chopsticks Blender Modeling Tutorial | Blender 3.0
มุมมอง 1.1Kปีที่แล้ว
Chopsticks Blender Modeling Tutorial | Blender 3.0
Bankers Lamp Modeling Tutorial | Blender 3.0
มุมมอง 453ปีที่แล้ว
Bankers Lamp Modeling Tutorial | Blender 3.0
Desk Lamp Modeling Tutorial | Blender 3.0
มุมมอง 1.7Kปีที่แล้ว
Desk Lamp Modeling Tutorial | Blender 3.0
Brilliant!
Where can I get one of theses devices or can I see the whole wooden part?
I am one-hand knitter. I use about 2 inches thick foam pad, wire cable clips with pins holding my knitting needles. I'm currently making round knit top down sweaters. Everything is possible as long as you find a way to do it.
Finding this video just made my day, I can’t move my left arm,my wrist or my fingers and I want to learn how to crochet 😊
That’s my grandma’s dialect. My cousin was a medical translator in San Francisco for that dialect. I am sure there aren’t much demand for that now.
Wow, my aunt works as a translator in San Fransisco as well.
You were the first video to pop up when I was researching tool aids for crochet! I have tendonitis and carpal tunnels so I can’t have my hand in the same position for even 5 min, I will have to try out your tool 💕💕💕
Oh my gosh. I had no idea how I was going to do that, and then as soon as you turn the loop over, I could totally see it. Hahaha. This is so much fun.
I am trying very hard to rest my right hand because of tendonitis, which I extremely aggravated over this last week trying to get an afghan done by yesterday, and of course now I regret it. And I crochet and sew all the time. So my right hand and wrist hurting for little things is really, really not cool. I just tried sewing with my left hand, and I guess it can work, it's just going to take a lot longer. But then I tried crocheting with my left hand, and OUCH. Having to grasp the yarn and hold it out with my right hand hurt definitely too much. Very discouraging. I was sitting here trying to decide what I was going to do about that and just randomly said, "Hey Google, can you crochet with one hand?" And the first thing that came up, was your article in Medium! I am so very excited to find you. Thank you so much! I am going to get creative with this!
Awesome. ❤❤❤❤❤
My family is a chinese/filipino when they speak they mention gopa- 500 hahaha what dialect is this?
Wonderful
Where video inspire you please
It's under "My inspiration to build my crochet aid" in the description box!
Crochet my passion my life. I already paraplegic and recetly hav seizure now no right side. I need lern left so bad i miss crochet many years. To I love to donate what my crochet for people need
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
❤❤❤❤❤❤
❤❤❤❤❤
Oh my god! I had a stroke and only have the use of one hand. I can't wait to try this trick. I don't crochet or knit, but I might try it. I'm also going to order that fantastic cutting board that you recommended. Can't wait to start cutting my own vegetables (and bagels!). If you happen to know of any other one handed tutorials or resources for hemiplegiacs maybe you could send me some links. It would be greatly appreciated. Love your channel and just subscribed. You're so inspiring. Looking forward to seeing your channel growing and helping more people like myself. Thank you so much for all your hard work that I know goes into these videos.
Thank you for your sweet comment! I'll definitely share what I've found to you and my audience if something new comes up. Have a wonderful day! :)
1:14
I speak kaipingnese as well, but in my family we interchange between the "b" and "v" sound. I find it very interesting
I am extremely grateful to you for this video. We are getting ready to take in a young adult with partial paralysis who wants to learn to crochet, and this may well be her way to do it. Thank you!
Thank you for watching this video! Once again, there's so much examples out there for crochet aids, and I hope you all find something that works for you :)
Thank you so very much🥰 for sharing this with everyone how you figured this out and I admire you you for this. because I almost have the same problem . because the doctor missed me at birth. and I had to teach myself many things on how to do the normal things with just using my whole left side only again thank you and keep up the good work.
how get back to the original view(starting view) ?
Love your video! It’s so hard to find information about Kaiping dialect in English … can you please do more video on Kaipingnese pronouns or other commons phrases. My dad family is from Kaiping/Sze Yup and I grew up hearing it… Thanks for your work!
I speak like broken Kaipingnese, and the words that I said in this video are the words I am very confident is saying. And I agree with you 100%, there isn't much content surrounding the Kaiping dialect here on TH-cam. I did find a fair amount of Taishanese content, but there is a slight difference in how we pronouce the characters and words. I don't want to mispronouce the words or phrases (I'm not a fluent speaker unfortunately) Thank you for leaving this comment!
Thank
Hi frnd
this is a great idea. Bless you. ❤ My grandma had a stroke and cant use her left side and she loves knitting. Hope we can make something like this. 🙏🏼
This is an awesome video and I'm glad you shared it so it can be an inspiration to others who have that limitation. I'm curious though, do you have any problem with the tension of the yarn? I know having it on the floor provides some tension itself, but I'm thinking that there may be times when you might need a little more tension on the yarn, such as maybe adding a clip that can be moved down the yarn as it is being used but also at the same time would apply tension to the yarn by its own weight if needed? What kind of things have you been able to create?
ı use for my sushi plate. Thank you so much !
You are so talented and such an inspiration! I stumbled upon your video in hopes of helping my boyfriends niece who has no function with her right hand. She is 14 and has no hobbies but has shown interest in crocheting and sewing. I’m excited for her spark of interest and want to encourage her she can do anything she puts her mind to and help her along the way. Helen can I please get some advice lol I have not sewed in over 25 years myself, and no nothing about sewing. Do you know type of sewing machine is the best? Where are some good places to buy an affordable one for a starter and someone on a budget? I plan to do a simple bag with her, lol does it take a certain type of machine? I know I can ask Google these things but I trust you more 😆 thank you for your time and such great videos!!
So cool!❤❤❤
Thank you!☺
You just blew my mind. Now I can pick up my old hobby of crochet that I loved to do before my stroke! My life isn’t over🎉
I have a different way of holding the crochet piece now (still using my crochet aid, as shown in this video). Check my most recent video if you would like to see it. And thank you for watching!
O my god I am Kaipeng from Tripura India and we have a number i.e khat,nik,thum,lik,rangek,ruk,sarik,riat,kuak,sawm,.
Thank you so so much for making series about crochet and knitting with one hand! I had a stroke too, and cannot use my left hand. I kind of taught myself how to knit one handed, but wanted to pick up crochet. The thought of doing it one handed made me nauseous, but then I found your article and then your channel. Thank you so much ❤
Oh I hope you found my video helpful! I started with knitting as well, and I used to use the knee method where you hold one of the knitting needles with your knees. I don't if you've been on my Instagram before, but I also have a knitting aid now. It's called The Knitter's Helping Hand (got it two months ago), and the creator of that is also on Instagram. It might be something you would want to check out if you're interested. Thank you for watching and commenting on my video!☺
A great presentation on your invention!
I have a mass in one of my fingers on my dominant hand. I just had a procedure done on it, which failed and has given me nerve damage. I can barely crochet at the moment. I'm considering surgery, but since there is nerve involvement (some level of the mass squishing or enveloping a nerve) the surgery comes with greater risk. I've been so scared I would lose the only hobby that brings me peace, but this series gave me hope, so thank you very much. I did want to ask whether you crocheted before your stroke, and if so what was the adjustment like? I know I'm already harsh on myself knowing how quickly/easily I used to crochet. Did you face this, and if so, what helped these thoughts?
I didn’t know how to crochet before my stroke. I actually didn’t know this kind of fiber art existed. Learning how I can crochet with one hand was tough because back when I had interest (in 2020), there weren’t many TH-cam videos about one handed crochet aids. I don’t have the experience of crocheting with two hands, but I think it would feel different because the crochet hook is stationary. Traditionally when crocheting, you move hook, and yarn over and such, but you use one hand, you can’t move the hook (if you’re using a crochet aid like me) You can only move the yarn to wrap around the crochet hook. I feel like it’s a different process to get to the end goal. Hope this helps! And you can check my Instagram page @imhelenzhou for extra short videos😊
Thanks
You have such sweet and supportive parents that want to help you, however they can in all your endeavours! Your videos are very helpful and very positive! I know you will do well in whatever you do!💖🤗🇨🇦
Thank you so much!💖 Have an amazing day!
you my inspiration. i have problem in one hand. i love croche and find your vlog. ❤❤❤❤
Thank you Helen. I just entered “how to sew with one hand” into the search and your video came up first. I shattered my humerus two weeks ago and sewing is my daily hobby in retirement and also my primary anxiety relief. Today is my first time trying to get off the couch to do something. Pain is still an issue but I’m lucky to have broken my non-dominant arm. I’d already figured out some tips like being prepared to go very slowly, using tweezers to pick up things and so on but I have a lot more to figure out. 💪🏻❤️
I wish you the best of luck!❤
Rhabk you so much! I ysed ro crocget beforw my stroke and gave falfaulwd in my attemots ro crochet since!i’ll tey rhis and sww hiw it foes😊
I was shot in 2020 when I was fifteen years old and I haven’t been able to use my fingers on my left hand ever since so I didn’t know if I would ever be able to crochet, but you have shown me that I still can and I love you for that ❤ ❤
you actually did a great job making this video underated youtuber for real thanks for all you do love!
I am also a crocheter i had a jeft S Ide s Troke but only my hand lost mobulity my leg gpt weak so learnung ro ewalj againas well but have ro learn hiwy crochet agan with jusr my right hand
Hi, Helen! I am studying to be an occupational therapy assistant, and I also love sewing! Thank you for sharing your process. I've been looking for ways to help people with limb differences and other disabilities continue to enjoy sewing. This was really helpful!
Thanks for watching my video!!
Can you sell the crochet helper.
I don’t sell crochet aids. This is a DIY adaptive crochet aid. There is one brand out there that also makes a similar version to mine, the brand is called TADACT. Go and check them out!
Thank you for this you are so inspiring
I hate weaving the ends in so I crochet over mine as Im working it. Before I'm finished say ten twenty stitches left I stretch out more yarn than I need. Then I cut it offthen i lay the cut end four inches or so over work that ive already made. I make sure the rest of the yarn is laying on top of the last previous row. I finish my last few stitches like its not there and when I get to the last stitch I can pull the cut end and close the loop up all the way so the only loop thats left is as small as a regular stitch and use it for the color change. Its somewhat unavoidable if its the end stitch of the project but makes it a lot less work at least for the color changes
Thank you sm for the tip!!
Thanks, Helen. Looking forward to crochet again.
You are an inspiration for all. Thank you for showing us all to never give up if you love the hobby of sewing.
「八」doesn't sound correct, it isn't 「發」,but should be 「挖」(both of which are said in Hoiping dialect).
I'm from tripura kaipeng in India