Crochet Journal

The crochet journal

Practical guides to reading patterns, choosing materials and finishing the things you make.

Yarn & tools4 minute read

Best Yarn and Hook Sizes for Amigurumi Crochet

Compare yarn fibers, weights, hook sizes, and stitch tension with a quick sample swatch so your amigurumi materials produce tight, hole-free fabric.

Yarn & tools4 minute read

Learn how stitch gauge connects written pattern instructions to the physical size of your handmade project, with tips on measuring tension swatches.