Link Directory

Last updated: 2025.12.14

About this Directory

I've been crocheting for nearly 10 years, and I've collected lots of reference material along the way. If you're interested in the craft, at any level, I'm sure you'll find something useful here!

Newest links are at the top of their tables. My favorite links are marked with a Recommended badge. Images in the Preview columns belong to their creators; no copyright infringement is intended.

Stitch Libraries

Title	My Notes	Preview	Date Added / Updated
Rich Textures Crochet Recommended	This is my #1 favorite site for browsing stitches. Sarah provides straightforward written directions (for folks who like words only, like me) as well as a video tutorial for visual learners.		2025.11.01
Nordic Hook Recommended	This site is a VERY close second to my favorite for crochet stitches. Ieva provides step-by-step photo instructions for each stitch.		2025.11.01
Dora Does	This is wonderful resource generally if you want to deepen your knowledge of crochet. Dora provides written instructions and video tutorials for both left- and right-handed crocheters. This link points to a crochet tutorial category, but you can find stitch patterns among the posts.		2025.11.01
Hilaria Fina	This is a Spanish site with an English translated version. Some of the translated stitch names are unclear/vague/inaccurate, but I appreciate that the stitch directions are text-only with a chart. I would not recommend this site for beginner crocheters.		2025.11.01
TL Yarn Crafts	TL is a great resource for Tunisian crochet. This link goes to a Tips & Tutorials page, but you can find tutorials for both traditional and Tunisian crochet stitches.		2025.11.01
Daisy Farm Crafts	Daisy Farm Crafts specializes in blankets, so most of the stitches here are well-suited for blanket projects. The instructions are mostly written, with some photos. Video tutorials are provided for some stitches.		2025.11.01
Made by Gootie	I refer to this site often for corner-to-corner (C2C) projects. Agat provides many variations for C2C stitches as well as stitches worked flat or in the round. Stitch patterns are provided as step-by-step photo instructions.		2025.11.01
My Picot	Please note that this site has both free and premium stitch patterns. You can filter the library for free stitches only. Instructions are provided in PDF format as either step-by-step photo instructions or as a chart.		2025.11.01
Heart Hook Home	Ashlea provides step-by-step photo tutorials for stitch patterns.		2025.11.01
Hooked by Robin	Robin provides step-by-step photo tutorials and video tutorials for stitch patterns.		2025.11.01

Colorwork

Title	My Notes	Preview	Date Added / Updated
How to do Planned Pooling with ANY Stitch (Picture Guide and Video Tutorial) by The Knotty Lace	Planned pooling is an interesting technique to explore when you feel confident in maintaining a consistent tension throughout a project. Planned pooling uses varigated yarn and aligns the color changes in such a way that it produces geometric, plaid-like patterns. This guide explains the method, recommends yarns, and links to an online tool for calculating and previewing pooling patterns.		2025.11.18
A Beginner's Guide to [Overlay] Mosaic Crochet by Sixel Design	Overlay mosaic crochet is a colorwork technique where stitches are worked over the contrasting color row to make a design. This technique changes colors every row. This mosaic method involves a lot of ends but has a lot of flexibility to create elaborate designs. This creator, Alexis Sixel, is well-known for her goth/horror-themed overlay mosiac designs.		2025.11.18
Crochet Inset Mosaic Technique (with Video Tutorial) by TL Yarn Crafts	Inset mosaic crochet is a colorwork technique where stitches are worked in the chain-gaps of the contrasting color to make a design. This technique changes colors every two rows. This mosaic method does not produce many ends, but patterns tend to be simple and geometric due to the limitations of its construction.		2025.11.18
How to Crochet with Varigated Self-Striping Yarn by Dora Does Recommended	There are no rules, of course, when it comes to using varigated yarn. But pairing a varigated yarn to the right stitch pattern or project can enhance the qualities of both. I plan to write an article on this eventually, but for now this blog post covers the gist of it!		2025.11.18
How to Do Tapestry Crochet by Lilla Bjorn	This article covers the basics of tapestry crochet, which uses color changes within a row to create images or patterns. I like this technique for simple shape patterns (circles, triangles, checkerboard, etc.), but many folks use this technique to create detailed works of art!		2025.11.18

Amigurumi and Shaping

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Title	My Notes	Preview	Date Added / Updated
What is Amigurumi?	If you're new to crochet, you might run into the term "amigurumi" often, especially in the context of crochet toys and plushies. It's a technique that uses only single crochet to create 3D shapes, which are stuffed and sewn together to make dolls, figures, decorations, and more. Don't be fooled: even though amigurumi only uses single crochet, patterns can be quite difficult and complex!		2025.12.13
Crochet Balls and Spheres of Any Size	If you're wanting to make your own amigurumi designs, knowing how to shape crochet into perfect spheres is an essential skill. This tutorial as a good introduction to the technique.		2025.12.13
How to: Crochet a Perfect Circle	This tutorial works hand-in-hand with the sphere tutorial above, but for flat circles. Aside from amigurumi, you can use this technique for coasters, bag bases, etc.		2025.12.13
How To Yarn Under Single Crochet	Yarn under single crochet is an easy alternative to the basic single crochet. It is often used in amigurumi projects because creates X-shaped stiches when working in the round instead of the usual V-shaped ones. Whether or not you use this method is up to personal preference! You can learn more about the difference here: Two Ways to Single Crochet (and Why It Matters For Amigurumi)		2025.12.13
How to Use a Running Stitch Marker in Crochet	Because amigurumi is often worked in unjoined rounds (i.e., a continuous spiral), it's necessary to mark your stitches so you know when a round ends or begins. You can do this with a normal stitch marker but it can be annoying to stop your work to move it. The running stitch marker method uses a bit of scrap yarn instead, which is easy to place and easy to remove from the final piece.		2025.12.13
The Invisible Decrease	Decreasing is necessary for shaping amigurumi, but the normal single crochet decrease can make very obvious bumps and jags in your work. This method achieves the same end, but makes a neater finish.		2025.12.13