Crochet made Easy

14/04/2026

Tired of the magic circle leaving a hole or being a pain to close? There's a better way.

This alternative method makes your crochet life infinitely easier and gives you a perfectly closed center every time. No more struggling with tight stitches or the gap stubbornly refusing to disappear.

Here's how:

1. Chain 4.
2. Work all your stitches for the first round INTO THE FIRST CHAIN YOU MADE. Think of that first chain as your loop.
3. Once your first round is complete, slip stitch to join. Pull that tail tight, and watch your center close up beautifully.

It's that simple. This technique provides the same foundational security as a traditional magic circle but with far less fuss, especially for those who find the standard method fiddly.

Give it a try on your next amigurumi or granny square project. You'll thank me later!

12/04/2026

How to place and make a handle, ideal for any bag, this one is for the tote bag crochet kit!

Ready to finish that tote bag? Let's get the handle just right.

First, mark exactly where you want your handles to go using stitch markers. This ensures they're perfectly placed and balanced.

Next, decide on your ideal handle length. Do you prefer a short carry, or something long enough to sling over your shoulder?

Now, using a simple chain stitch, create the length you decided on. Keep those stitches even for a clean look.

Finally, join your chain back onto your bag, securing the handle in place.

That’s it- a sturdy, custom handle that really completes your tote!

11/04/2026

Tote bag kits available, lots of lovely colours to choose from, why not be bold mix and match!

11/04/2026

Beginner/ taster session ready, looking forward to sharing this lovely skill to others xx

05/04/2026

✨ Tote Bag Progress – Next Stage! ✨

POV: You’re leveling up your crochet game 🧶

🪡 Joining rows with a slip stitch
→ Seamless, neat, and beginner-friendly

📍 Counting stitches using markers
→ No more losing your place 🙌

🔄 Counting rows by switching directions
→ Game changer for staying consistent

🧼 Blocking in rows
→ Watch your tote transform into perfection

Slow progress = beautiful results 💛
Save this for your next crochet session!

04/04/2026

“Same yarn… different hook sizes… completely different results 👀
Watch what happens when I switch hooks—and how getting your gauge right is the secret to perfectly sized crochet projects every time.”

03/04/2026

Hope your all having a great Easter!
Will you have your hooks out today, if so please share what your making xx

25/03/2026

One stitch - two different looks!
When working in a round, just go the other way to your current rotation-see what happens!
You’re still doing the same number of rows just in the opposite direction.
Then switch back as often as you like…

25/03/2026

Love a wool delivery, look at all these lovely colours to make your tote bag with, mix it up with 2 colours

22/03/2026

Picking up stitches for the Tote bag base to help build the foundations of the sides

Check out Crochetmadeeasy’s video.