The CrochetSmith journal
Essays and practical guides on the craft.
Welcome to CrochetSmith
What we publish, how we write patterns, and what you can expect from this site.
Choosing your first crochet project
A scarf is the standard first project, but it is not always the best one. What to make instead, and why.
A gentle guide to crochet gauge
Gauge is the difference between a jumper that fits and one that doesn’t. What it is, how to measure it, and when you can ignore it.
Caring for handmade crochet
Washing, drying and storing crochet, so it lasts. What to do for cotton, wool and acrylic.
