I bought the essential tools for my crocheting because I love crocheting and I was always just using the 4.75 size hook. I ordered online a zippered bag that came with several different sizes hooks, some metal ones and some with plastic ends making it easier to grip, measuring tape, yarn needles, a counter, etc and the price was pretty reasonable. The only I didn’t have was the yarn bag and one of my coworkers gave me the bag that had 4 yarn feeder slots. I love it and use the bag. Although I have been crocheting for some years I still often scroll on TH-cam for projects for beginners. I often put a twist to some of the projects. I make baskets with roses and added a twist to the roses. Thank you for sharing this video.
How Cool that you got a whole starter kit! That takes away so much of the guess work. How sweet of your coworker for giving you a bag. Thanks for the heads up that this exists. I love that you have found your happy place with crochet. It doesn't matter how long you've been crocheting for. If you enjoy beginner friendly projects then stay there. You don't necessarily have to level up. Though you might find you naturally start to pick up on things. Love the idea of baskets with roses. Sounds really pretty. 🤗🧶💖
Oh thank you Tiffany. I’ve been crocheting for a while and I stop and go. And I have done a lot of projects that you’ve done that I’m copying, but if it wasn’t for you to never learn how to read it and understand it so But every time someone asks me to teach them what they need to do to crochet. I always send them to your video. Thank you for all the great information and how you presented and detail. It is just great and thank you again.
@@pjscelfo916 I use stitch markers for earthing. Keeping track of stitch count, especially when working on big blankets or if I’m doing a repeat pattern. I got a big jar of them on Amazon.
Hook holders from hl or toothbrush tubes for travel. Cloth grocery bags are great for projects. The bigger plastic bags for larger projects. Diaper bags are handy as well. Finger nail clippers work well in a pinch.
I love Clover Amour hooks, clover stitch markers, measuring tape, and row counters. They are quality materials without robbing the bank. Bonus when you catch them on sale or get a great coupon.
You’re so right! Those are some great tools that work well and don’t break the bank! I too love to take full advantage of sales and coupons! So smart! 💖💖💖
I agree. I started crocheting over 50 years ago with aluminum hooks from Boye, and later aluminum and plastic ones from Susan Bates. I also tried several types of wood hooks. I always found myself fighting with the hook sometimes. Then two years ago I tried a Clover Amour, and fell in love. They’re more comfortable, the hook goes through the work more smoothly, and it’s more clear how much tension I need. I’m can work faster and more relaxed. I bought all the Clover sizes and donated my old hooks!
Page protectors to put your pattern in. You can then mark rows with erasable markers and not mess up your pattern. (Although some notes about the pattern are good to put right on the pattern)
My sister-in-law loves to shop at an upscale mall and accumulates elegant paper tote bags in assorted sizes, which she passes on to me. They make great project bags, as they are sturdy, stand up straight, have a large opening and functional handles, and look nice. Plus they’re free - if you can find someone who likes to shop in person.
@@CrochetWithTiffany I use a small zippered notions bag and just put it in the different tote bags I am using and I just have to make sure I have the correct hook size and hook that I am using for the project. Unless the pocket closed I would be too concerned trying to use that and have a hook slip out and go missing.
I have been picking up Dollar Tree basket for projects lately. They have had some nice sizes and shapes for different size projects. Just picked up a $3 tote style basket for my full fize blanket and a smaller/medium size deep basket for amaller projects. These are also great if you want to feed the yarn/yarns through the holes in the baskets. I just need to stock up on scissors, mine are always out of reach.
Be careful about threading your yarn through the holes in a basket, as you’ll have to cut the yarn to get it out. Not a problem for tiny projects or just practicing, but if you’re working on a large project you’ll likely to want to take it out of the basket sometimes.
@@DonnaMcMasterRiver I don't take the yarn out of the basket until the project is done, so that's fine. If I thread the yarn through the basket, it's a project with multiple working yarns at once so not something I want to get tangled by moving the yarn around. The project itself is free to move however I need it to move, so all is good.
For stitch markers, make sure you use any that open and close - knitting stitch markers are closed circles and you'll end up with them in your crocheted fabric if you try to use them. ☺
Haha! That is so true Sarah! There is a big difference between crocheter friendly stitch markers and knitter friendly stitch markers. I appreciate you pointing that out! 🤗🧶💖
I just discovered this recently and couldn’t agree more. Years of tally marking and often half way through a row trying to remember if I’d marked the last row off and loosing the pen etc. 😂
@@carlaporras499 Blocking is a way to iron your crochet SO TO Speak. You must first crochet the square or item whatever it is. Then read the yarn balls paper see what it says about washing and drying. If it says machine washable in warm water we are good to go. If it says dry clean only you have to go another route. But let's go the wash in warm water type yarn must the finished item or wash it then you pin it out on a board such as cardboard and then let it dry over night. This is blocking the finished item is made to the size it should be after completion. TH-cam has several wonderful videos about this put the words "Watch Blocking a crochet item " in TH-cam's watch or look up section at the top right of you phone or iPad! Crochet blocking! My not enjoyable but thank God it's over moments. URGH
Hi Pamela! OH! The name of the brand is LYKKE. I may be pronouncing it a little off but I've heard it called that before and just going off that. They are wood but they have a weight at the end which makes all the difference in the world. I'm not a fan of plain wood hooks as I find them too lite. I prefer a little weight to my hooks which is why my go to hook was aluminum for the longest time. But the little weight at the end of the LYKKE hooks give that to me. Plus, they glide beautifully and the vibe they give off is very natural and beautiful which I gravitate towards. The driftwood is my favorite. But the Indigo blue intrigues me and is just fun. They have a couple other colors you can check out too if you are curious to take a peak. 🤗🧶💖
@@CrochetWithTiffanyI can hear you but the sound of your voice is slightly matter of fact and as if it’s on a fast speed. Like you said it could be the microphone
At 1.28min into your video I am out! This feels like a commercial not a crochet person. Plus the background is staged your maybe a shop that knows about the crochet trend but have no real investment in the craft.
I'm sorry you feel this way. Nope, not a yarn shop. This is actually my office in my house that I have in the background of every video I've recorded this past year and a half. This video is just the first where I show the most of it. If you look into my history you will see my channel has been around for 5 years. My focus is on helping absolute beginners this year. Plus, if I was a yarn shop or a commercial I would be more salesy. The video structure is on purpose to accommodate capturing attention as people need constant stimulation to maintain interest in a video. I hope you give my channel another chance to see what I'm all about.
@@CrochetWithTiffanyThis is my first time watching your channel, and I didn’t find it salesy at all, especially since you suggest free or super cheap options for just about every purchase. I’ve been crocheting since around 1970 and have wasted a good bit of money over the years on tools that seemed great but didn’t pan out. Although I wouldn’t make exactly the same choices you did, they all seem like good, inexpensive starting points for a beginner. 👍
@@minini5571 Well the first bite seems odd. So I am blunt and I want a unique spin on what I place in my view. Oprah Windfrey is a talk show host that in my mind no longer holds my intrigue. So TH-cam it is for the real Real!
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I bought the essential tools for my crocheting because I love crocheting and I was always just using the 4.75 size hook. I ordered online a zippered bag that came with several different sizes hooks, some metal ones and some with plastic ends making it easier to grip, measuring tape, yarn needles, a counter, etc and the price was pretty reasonable. The only I didn’t have was the yarn bag and one of my coworkers gave me the bag that had 4 yarn feeder slots. I love it and use the bag. Although I have been crocheting for some years I still often scroll on TH-cam for projects for beginners. I often put a twist to some of the projects. I make baskets with roses and added a twist to the roses. Thank you for sharing this video.
How Cool that you got a whole starter kit! That takes away so much of the guess work. How sweet of your coworker for giving you a bag. Thanks for the heads up that this exists. I love that you have found your happy place with crochet. It doesn't matter how long you've been crocheting for. If you enjoy beginner friendly projects then stay there. You don't necessarily have to level up. Though you might find you naturally start to pick up on things. Love the idea of baskets with roses. Sounds really pretty. 🤗🧶💖
Oh thank you Tiffany. I’ve been crocheting for a while and I stop and go. And I have done a lot of projects that you’ve done that I’m copying, but if it wasn’t for you to never learn how to read it and understand it so But every time someone asks me to teach them what they need to do to crochet. I always send them to your video. Thank you for all the great information and how you presented and detail. It is just great and thank you again.
I am so glad you are finding my videos helpful! It brings me so much joy to hear from you! 💖💖💖
Since watching this earlier I’ve been thinking what a great gift to encourage someone that is on the fence about starting to crochet. Thank you.
You’re so welcome! The gift of crochet is so special. 💖💖💖
Love this!
I would add a yarn bowl or holder, hook organizer
I'm all about the stitch markers. This is a great video for recommendations for a beginner crocheter.
Thank you so much PJ! 😊
@@pjscelfo916 I use stitch markers for earthing. Keeping track of stitch count, especially when working on big blankets or if I’m doing a repeat pattern. I got a big jar of them on Amazon.
Crochet hooks, yarn and stitch markers are all sold at Dollar Tree. All are good products. Thanks.
Awesome! I'm so glad to hear that Dollar Tree has good quality crochet tools. 😄💖💖
Stitch makers is my must have. Great tips! 🦋
I'm so glad you found this video helpful! 😄💖💖🧶
Thanks I just started 2 days ago. Already figuring out my mistakes
How Exciting! Welcome! I'm so glad my video could help!
Thank you for your tips
Stitch markers can also secure yarn ends on balls you aren't using, they must be in my project bag😊
Great tip! I'm going to have to give that a try! That's definitely a must-have for my project bag! 😊
Ooh, I haven't thought of that! You are a genius!
I use hair pins for my stitch markers and I use them all the time 😊
That's a great idea! I'm always looking for new ways to use everyday items in my crafting. 💖💖💖
Hook holders from hl or toothbrush tubes for travel. Cloth grocery bags are great for projects. The bigger plastic bags for larger projects. Diaper bags are handy as well. Finger nail clippers work well in a pinch.
Great tip! Fingernail clippers is a new one for me!
Good suggestions! I also have a zippered pencil pouch that works well to hold all the hooks I’m not using.
I love Clover Amour hooks, clover stitch markers, measuring tape, and row counters. They are quality materials without robbing the bank. Bonus when you catch them on sale or get a great coupon.
You’re so right! Those are some great tools that work well and don’t break the bank! I too love to take full advantage of sales and coupons! So smart! 💖💖💖
I agree. I started crocheting over 50 years ago with aluminum hooks from Boye, and later aluminum and plastic ones from Susan Bates. I also tried several types of wood hooks. I always found myself fighting with the hook sometimes. Then two years ago I tried a Clover Amour, and fell in love. They’re more comfortable, the hook goes through the work more smoothly, and it’s more clear how much tension I need. I’m can work faster and more relaxed. I bought all the Clover sizes and donated my old hooks!
I like how you went from no cost grocery bags to over 20 dollar bags.
Great suggestions. Love your videos and chats. Keep up the awesome work.
Thank you so much!
Page protectors to put your pattern in. You can then mark rows with erasable markers and not mess up your pattern. (Although some notes about the pattern are good to put right on the pattern)
Oohhh!!!! I love this idea! Thanks for sharing.
Great tips. I use a bent end yarn needle, absolutely love it. Yes, Amazon is my go to place for everything.
Great video. Thank you 👏👍🏻🙏💙🤗
Thank you so much! I'm glad you liked it! 💖💖💖
All great tips, good list. I love using reusable grocery bags and tote bags too
They work great! Not always the prettiest and definitely lack pockets and organization but work in a pinch. 🤗🧶💖
My sister-in-law loves to shop at an upscale mall and accumulates elegant paper tote bags in assorted sizes, which she passes on to me. They make great project bags, as they are sturdy, stand up straight, have a large opening and functional handles, and look nice. Plus they’re free - if you can find someone who likes to shop in person.
@@CrochetWithTiffany I use a small zippered notions bag and just put it in the different tote bags I am using and I just have to make sure I have the correct hook size and hook that I am using for the project. Unless the pocket closed I would be too concerned trying to use that and have a hook slip out and go missing.
I have been picking up Dollar Tree basket for projects lately. They have had some nice sizes and shapes for different size projects. Just picked up a $3 tote style basket for my full fize blanket and a smaller/medium size deep basket for amaller projects. These are also great if you want to feed the yarn/yarns through the holes in the baskets. I just need to stock up on scissors, mine are always out of reach.
Oh I love it! Thank you, Jennifer, for sharing this awesome product that is both affordable and super helpful for crafters! 🤗🧶💖
Be careful about threading your yarn through the holes in a basket, as you’ll have to cut the yarn to get it out. Not a problem for tiny projects or just practicing, but if you’re working on a large project you’ll likely to want to take it out of the basket sometimes.
@@DonnaMcMasterRiver I don't take the yarn out of the basket until the project is done, so that's fine. If I thread the yarn through the basket, it's a project with multiple working yarns at once so not something I want to get tangled by moving the yarn around. The project itself is free to move however I need it to move, so all is good.
I love crochet
For stitch markers, make sure you use any that open and close - knitting stitch markers are closed circles and you'll end up with them in your crocheted fabric if you try to use them. ☺
Haha! That is so true Sarah! There is a big difference between crocheter friendly stitch markers and knitter friendly stitch markers. I appreciate you pointing that out! 🤗🧶💖
been there, done that! 😂
@@DonnaMcMasterRiver Oh no! 🤭
I can't live without my row counter. I have several Clover counters
That's a good one!
I just discovered this recently and couldn’t agree more. Years of tally marking and often half way through a row trying to remember if I’d marked the last row off and loosing the pen etc. 😂
@@dawnreichert2301 good tip! there are also quite a few free or cheap phone apps for counting
Question for you! I am starting on the small puff flower blanket. Which is the best way in your experience to join these small flowers together? TIA 💕
Good old paper and pencil to keep track of rows when you have to do multi rows with the same count. Ex: rows 4to 9 resp rows 3 12sc
YES!!! 💯
What about blocking information? I’m still unclear on what all that involves. 😊
OH! I've got a great video for you to check out! Link: th-cam.com/video/BcTNobwoQBU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=nZfA1QwGTqLgeGDz
@@CrochetWithTiffanyThank you😊
@@carlaporras499 Blocking is a way to iron your crochet SO TO Speak. You must first crochet the square or item whatever it is. Then read the yarn balls paper see what it says about washing and drying. If it says machine washable in warm water we are good to go. If it says dry clean only you have to go another route. But let's go the wash in warm water type yarn must the finished item or wash it then you pin it out on a board such as cardboard and then let it dry over night. This is blocking the finished item is made to the size it should be after completion. TH-cam has several wonderful videos about this put the words "Watch Blocking a crochet item " in TH-cam's watch or look up section at the top right of you phone or iPad! Crochet blocking! My not enjoyable but thank God it's over moments. URGH
@@CrochetWithTiffany Wow great idea 🔗 to show the answer!
I cannot understand the brand of hook that you prefer-comes across as “likey”. They look like wood? Can you please tell me the brand? Thank you.
Hi Pamela! OH! The name of the brand is LYKKE. I may be pronouncing it a little off but I've heard it called that before and just going off that. They are wood but they have a weight at the end which makes all the difference in the world. I'm not a fan of plain wood hooks as I find them too lite. I prefer a little weight to my hooks which is why my go to hook was aluminum for the longest time. But the little weight at the end of the LYKKE hooks give that to me. Plus, they glide beautifully and the vibe they give off is very natural and beautiful which I gravitate towards. The driftwood is my favorite. But the Indigo blue intrigues me and is just fun. They have a couple other colors you can check out too if you are curious to take a peak. 🤗🧶💖
Thank you!
Pencil and graphic papers. I made my own so I only need to print the. Out
Sweet! That's a great idea. Very cool that you made your own!
I can't hear anything on this :(
Me neither. I just turned on the subtitles.
Can you help me out by sharing with me if there was no volume or if you didn't like the microphone?
Always measure twice on anything that you are going to cut
@@CrochetWithTiffany There was no volume at all.
@@CrochetWithTiffanyI can hear you but the sound of your voice is slightly matter of fact and as if it’s on a fast speed. Like you said it could be the microphone
At 1.28min into your video I am out! This feels like a commercial not a crochet person. Plus the background is staged your maybe a shop that knows about the crochet trend but have no real investment in the craft.
I'm sorry you feel this way. Nope, not a yarn shop. This is actually my office in my house that I have in the background of every video I've recorded this past year and a half. This video is just the first where I show the most of it. If you look into my history you will see my channel has been around for 5 years. My focus is on helping absolute beginners this year. Plus, if I was a yarn shop or a commercial I would be more salesy. The video structure is on purpose to accommodate capturing attention as people need constant stimulation to maintain interest in a video. I hope you give my channel another chance to see what I'm all about.
@@angelathompson9047 …you figured her out quickly.😅
@@CrochetWithTiffanyThis is my first time watching your channel, and I didn’t find it salesy at all, especially since you suggest free or super cheap options for just about every purchase. I’ve been crocheting since around 1970 and have wasted a good bit of money over the years on tools that seemed great but didn’t pan out. Although I wouldn’t make exactly the same choices you did, they all seem like good, inexpensive starting points for a beginner. 👍
@@CrochetWithTiffany Sure I can do that sometimes I am listening and it's just a hmm. I can look at another one of your videos.
@@minini5571 Well the first bite seems odd. So I am blunt and I want a unique spin on what I place in my view. Oprah Windfrey is a talk show host that in my mind no longer holds my intrigue. So TH-cam it is for the real Real!