Block crochet

Why should I block my crochet or knit? Blocking usually involves wetting your stitches with water (more on that later). By doing so, you will see a couple of changes:

Ever read the phrase, "Block to finished measurements" and shuddered? Maybe even scoffed? If that's you, worry no more. Trust me--I was exactly like you. I read that blocking phrase and I shuddered. On the one hand, I didn't have any idea how to go about blocking. On the other hand, I didn't want to learn.

Learn when blocking in crochet is necessary, what tools you need, and how to block crochet with wet blocking, spray blocking, steam blocking, and dry blocking.

Blocking. Love it? Hate It? Never Heard of It? Well today, this post is for you! I'm going to teach you everything you ever needed to know about how to block crochet work. Why Block

Acrylic yarn has been a staple in my yarn stash for years. It is cheap, easily accessible and makes for great projects. But when it…

Blocking is a technique of stabilizing pieces of crochet, applied to grant them a desired shape. This is crucial in the case of openwork, very elaborate and delicate pieces, as well as those with an unusual shape or made from natural yarn. Blocking a piece such as shawl allows us to even out its shape

Learn how to block crochet or knit hexagons or granny squares with this incredibly easy and inexpensive DIY blocking board (made from a garden kneeling pad!) Click for full tutorial. | MakeAndDoCrew.com

The block stitch is definitely one of them in my opinion! I love the modern look and the versatility of this stitch depending on which colors you use...

As you work those final stitches on your crochet blanket pattern (or even a crochet granny square pattern), you might be wondering how to finish off your project. Depending on how consistent your gauge has been or if you made a few mistakes somewhere and accidentally missed a row-ending or -beginning stitch, your crochet afghan could use some reshaping. But how do you make a finished crochet afghan lie the way you want it to once you're done crocheting? To reshape your afghan or to fix any…

This crochet tutorial shows how to make the interlocking block stitch step-by-step. The tutorial includes detailed photo instructions.