{"id":8407,"date":"2012-10-04T10:51:45","date_gmt":"2012-10-04T14:51:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.planetjune.com\/blog\/?page_id=8407"},"modified":"2026-02-17T10:55:21","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T15:55:21","slug":"crochet-tutorials","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.planetjune.com\/blog\/tutorials\/crochet-tutorials\/","title":{"rendered":"Crochet Tutorials"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"infobox\">Link easily to this page in <a href=\"\/faq\/linking\/may-i-link-to-your-pattern-tutorial-in-my-pattern\/\">your patterns<\/a>: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.planetjune.com\/help\" class=\"autohyperlink\">www.planetjune.com\/help<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n<p><a name=\"top\"><\/a>I&#8217;ve collected all my crochet and amigurumi tutorials into this master list! My tutorials take two forms: videos or step-by-step photos with written instructions.<\/p>\n<table cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/td>\n<td>All <strong>video tutorials<\/strong> include both right- and left-handed versions on the same page.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photorh.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial (right-handed)\" \/><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photolh.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial (left-handed)\" \/><\/td>\n<td>As <strong>photo tutorials<\/strong> take up more screen space, some are split into separate <strong>right-handed (RH)<\/strong> and <strong>left-handed (LH)<\/strong> pages, and you&#8217;ll see both links below, in those cases.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Scroll down through the tutorial list, or jump to a specific section:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"#essentials\">Amigurumi Essentials<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; To make great amigurumi, you <strong>need<\/strong> these techniques!<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"#basics\">Basics<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; New to crochet or amigurumi? Start here first.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"#perfect\">Perfect Finish<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Tips to get a neater result from any amigurumi pattern.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"#embellishment\">Embellishment<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Add features to your amigurumi.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"#speciality\">Speciality<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Advanced or less common techniques.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"infobox\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re having a specific problem, check my <a href=\"\/troubleshooter\"><strong>Amigurumi Troubleshooter<\/strong><\/a> first, to find out which of these tutorials many solve your problem!<\/div>\n<p><a name=\"essentials\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Amigurumi Essentials<\/h2>\n<p><em>To make great amigurumi, you <strong>need<\/strong> these techniques!<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"infobox\"><strong>A\u00a0tip for you:<\/strong>\u00a0check out my series of basic information posts too: <a href=\"\/blog\/yarn-for-amigurumi\/\">Yarn for Amigurumi<\/a>, <a href=\"\/blog\/crochet-hook-styles\/\">Crochet Hook Styles<\/a> and <a href=\"\/blog\/crochet-terminology\/\">Crochet Terminology<\/a>.<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_mrvid.jpg\" alt=\"magic ring\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Magic Ring for Crochet<\/strong><br \/>\nStart crocheting in the round with no hole in the middle.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/how-to-crochet-a-magic-ring\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photorh.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial (right-handed)\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photolh.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial (left-handed)\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_invdecvid.jpg\" alt=\"invisible decrease\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Invisible Decrease for Amigurumi<\/strong><br \/>\nDecrease without leaving any bumps or gaps.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/invisible-decrease-for-amigurumi-video\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/invisible-decrease\/#right\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photorh.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial (right-handed)\" \/><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/invisible-decrease\/#left\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photolh.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial (left-handed)\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_ultimatefinishvid.jpg\" alt=\"ultimate finish\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Ultimate Finish for Amigurumi<\/strong><br \/>\nClose up the remaining hole neatly with a smooth, gap-free finish.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.planetjune.com\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/ultimate-finish-for-amigurumi\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_colchangevid.jpg\" alt=\"changing colour\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Changing Colour<\/strong><br \/>\nClean colour changes for crochet.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-basics-changing-colour-video\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/changing-colour\/colour-change-tutorials-right-handed\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photorh.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial (right-handed)\" \/><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/changing-colour\/colour-change-tutorials-left-handed\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photolh.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial (left-handed)\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_seamlessjoin.jpg\" alt=\"seamless join\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Amigurumi Seamless Join<\/strong><br \/>\nCreate a smooth, almost invisible join when you stitch an open-ended piece to a closed piece.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/how-to-make-a-seamless-join-in-amigurumi\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"float: right;\"><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a name=\"basics\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Basics<\/h2>\n<p><em>New to crochet or amigurumi? Start here first.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_basics_right.jpg\" alt=\"crochet basics\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Crochet Basics<\/strong><br \/>\nBasic crochet stitches for amigurumi.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/tutorials\/crochet-basics-right-handed\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photorh.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial (right-handed)\" \/><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/tutorials\/crochet-basics-left-handed\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photolh.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial (left-handed)\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_rightside.jpg\" alt=\"which is the right side\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Which is the &#8216;Right&#8217; Side?<\/strong><br \/>\nWhich side of your work should face outwards? (And does it matter?)<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/which-is-the-right-side-for-amigurumi-video\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/which-is-the-right-side\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_loopsvid.jpg\" alt=\"front, back, both loops\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Front, Back, Both Loops<\/strong><br \/>\nWhich loop(s) should you work into to make a crochet stitch?<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/front-loops-back-loops-both-loops\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_tension.jpg\" alt=\"stitch tension\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Stitch Tension<\/strong><br \/>\nHow to get perfect neat small stitches (without hurting your hands by crocheting extra-tightly!)<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/stitch-tension-in-amigurumi-an-investigation\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_markstitch.jpg\" alt=\"stitch markers\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Using Stitch Markers<\/strong><br \/>\nHow to use stitch markers in amigurumi, to mark the first stitch of your round or to mark a specific point.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/how-to-use-stitch-markers-in-amigurumi\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_yovid.jpg\" alt=\"yarn over\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Yarn Over<\/strong><br \/>\nHow exactly should you wrap the yarn over your hook for crochet?<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/yarn-over-vs-yarn-under-in-crochet\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_fo.jpg\" alt=\"fastening off\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Fastening Off<\/strong><br \/>\nHow to fasten off open and closed pieces in amigurumi.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/fastening-off\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_flat.jpg\" alt=\"flattened pieces\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Flattened Pieces<\/strong><br \/>\nWhat does it mean when a pattern says to flatten a piece of an amigurumi after crocheting?<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-basics-flattened-pieces\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_join.jpg\" alt=\"joining amigurumi\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Joining Amigurumi<\/strong><br \/>\nThe basic method for stitching open-ended pieces to closed pieces.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/joining-amigurumi\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_ch_slst.jpg\" alt=\"chains and slip stitches\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Chains and Slip Stitches<\/strong><br \/>\nAre your chs and sl sts difficult to work into? Learn how to avoid this.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/chains-and-slip-stitches-in-amigurumi\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_wwyarn.jpg\" alt=\"worsted weight yarns\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Worsted Weight Yarn Comparison<\/strong><br \/>\nWhat is &#8216;worsted weight&#8217; yarn, and are all worsted weight yarns the same? I&#8217;ve compared dozens of ww acrylic yarns for you!<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/worsted-weight-yarn-comparison\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"float: right;\"><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a name=\"perfect\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Perfect Finish<\/h2>\n<p><em>Tips to get a neater result from any amigurumi pattern.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_ultimatestripes.jpg\" alt=\"ultimate stripes for amigurumi\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Ultimate Stripes for Amigurumi<\/strong><br \/>\nThe ultimate method for making perfectly seamless joined rounds for striped amigurumi.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/ultimate-stripes-for-amigurumi\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photorh.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial (right-handed)\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photolh.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial (left-handed)\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_backbumps.jpg\" alt=\"back bumps of a chain\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Crochet into the Back Bumps of a Chain<\/strong><br \/>\nThis technique gives you a very neat bottom edge, with a row of Vs across the bottom of your piece.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/how-to-crochet-into-the-back-bumps-of-a-chain\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_invisiblefinish.jpg\" alt=\"invisible finish\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Invisible Finish for Open Edges in Amigurumi<\/strong><br \/>\nHow to make an invisible join at the end of the last round of an open-ended piece in amigurumi.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/invisible-finish-for-open-edges-in-amigurumi\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_betterblo.jpg\" alt=\"better back loop only details\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Better Back Loop Only Details<\/strong><br \/>\nA better way to make back loop only details in amigurumi, eliminating the holes below the BLO stitches.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/tutorial-better-blo-stitches-for-amigurumi\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_joglessblo.jpg\" alt=\"jogless back loop only round\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Jogless Back Loop Only Round<\/strong><br \/>\nA simple modification to minimise the jog between the start and end of a back loop only round.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/jogless-back-loop-only-round-for-amigurumi-video\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_legs.jpg\" alt=\"attaching legs evenly\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Attaching Legs Evenly on a Standing Amigurumi Animal<\/strong><br \/>\nAttach legs neatly and evenly so the animal can stand straight, with all four feet touching the ground.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/tutorial-attaching-legs-evenly-on-a-standing-amigurumi-animal\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_doublering.jpg\" alt=\"double ring\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Double Ring<\/strong><br \/>\nA more secure version of the magic ring for crocheting in the round.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/amigurumi-double-ring\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_invinc.jpg\" alt=\"invisible increase\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Invisible Increase<\/strong><br \/>\nReduce the size of the hole created by your sc increases with this optional technique.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/invisible-increase-for-amigurumi\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_perfectinvdec.jpg\" alt=\"perfect invisible decreases\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Perfect your Invisible Decreases<\/strong><br \/>\nAre your invdecs not as &#8216;invisible&#8217; as advertised? Let&#8217;s fix that!<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/perfect-your-invisible-decreases\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_managingcolours.jpg\" alt=\"managing yarns when changing colour\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Changing Colour: Managing the Yarns<\/strong><br \/>\nHow to deal with the other yarn when you work with more than one colour.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/changing-colour-managing-the-yarns\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_cleanjoin.jpg\" alt=\"amigurumi clean edge join\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Amigurumi Clean Edge Join<\/strong><br \/>\nHow to make a neat join with a straight, clearly defined edge between two pieces (even if they&#8217;re different colours).<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/amigurumi-clean-edge-join\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photorh.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial (right-handed)\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photolh.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial (left-handed)\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_lumpystuffing.jpg\" alt=\"lumpy stuffing\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Fix lumpy stuffing<\/strong><br \/>\nMy pinch-and-push technique to make your stuffing more smooth and even.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/how-to-fix-uneven-stuffing-the-pinch-and-push-method\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"float: right;\"><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a name=\"embellishment\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Embellishment<\/h2>\n<p><em>Add features to your amigurumi.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_positioneyes.jpg\" alt=\"eye positions\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Positioning Amigurumi Eyes<\/strong><br \/>\nGuidelines for positioning eyes on your amigurumi animals to give a realistic result.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/positioning-amigurumi-eyes\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_stitching.jpg\" alt=\"amigurumi faces: secure stitching\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Amigurumi Faces: Secure Stitching<\/strong><br \/>\nEasily hide the starting and ending tails of your thread and keep your stitches secure when embroidering noses etc onto amigurumi faces.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-faces-secure-stitching\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_eyes.jpg\" alt=\"eyes and noses\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Eyes &amp; Noses<\/strong><br \/>\nA rundown of options for creating eyes and noses for your amigurumi.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/eyes-and-noses\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_sources.jpg\" alt=\"eye sources\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Eye Sources<\/strong><br \/>\nOnline sources for two-part animal eyes (aka <em>safety eyes<\/em> or <em>craft eyes<\/em>) for amigurumi.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/eye-sources\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_glint.jpg\" alt=\"glinting eyes for amigurumi\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Glinting Eyes for Amigurumi<\/strong><br \/>\nA technique that brings your amigurumi to life when you don&#8217;t use shiny plastic eyes.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/glinting-eyes-for-amigurumi\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_crocheted_eyes.jpg\" alt=\"crocheted eyes for amigurumi\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Crocheted Eyes for Amigurumi<\/strong><br \/>\nCrocheted eyes can be a great child-safe (and pet-safe) alternative to plastic eyes.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/crocheted-eyes-for-amigurumi-tutorial\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_tinyeyes.jpg\" alt=\"tiny yarn eyes for amigurumi\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Tiny Yarn Eyes for Amigurumi<\/strong><br \/>\nAn embroidery-free foolproof method for making tiny yarn eyes, spots and dots for amigurumi.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/tiny-yarn-eyes-for-amigurumi\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_embellishments.jpg\" alt=\"crocheted embellishments\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Crocheted Embellishments<\/strong><br \/>\nHow to securely attach multiple embellishments so you can make custom accessories (appliqu\u00e9s, brooches, hair decorations, etc).<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/tutorials\/crocheted-embellishments-tutorial\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_attachingappliques.jpg\" alt=\"attaching appliques\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>How to Attach Crochet Appliques<\/strong><br \/>\nHow to make strong, decorative yarn-wrapped stems that match the look of your crocheted flowers, so you can display them in a vase or bouquet.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/tutorials\/how-to-attach-crochet-appliques\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_yarnwrappedstem.jpg\" alt=\"yarn-wrapped stem\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Easy Yarn-Wrapped Stem for Crochet Flowers<\/strong><br \/>\nHow to make strong, decorative yarn-wrapped stems that match the look of your crocheted flowers, so you can display them in a vase or bouquet.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/tutorials\/easy-yarn-wrapped-stem-for-crochet-flowers-video\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_wreath.jpg\" alt=\"crocheted wreath\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>How to Design and Arrange a Crocheted Wreath<\/strong><br \/>\nA wreath can be a lovely way to display small crocheted amigurumi, appliques and other embellishments, to celebrate an occasion or just to look pretty.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/how-to-design-and-arrange-a-crocheted-wreath\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"float: right;\"><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a name=\"speciality\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Speciality<\/h2>\n<p><em>Advanced or less common techniques.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_spikes.jpg\" alt=\"narrow crocheted spikes\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Narrow Pointed Tubes for Amigurumi<\/strong><br \/>\nMy tips for making thin pointy bits on amigurumi, such as spikes, legs, horns and tails.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/narrow-pointed-tubes-for-amigurumi-video\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_swatchbox.jpg\" alt=\"yarn bobbins\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Yarn Colour Swatch Box<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you have lots of amigurumi yarns, try making a box of yarn swatches so you can see at a glance all the yarns you have available.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/yarn-colour-swatch-box\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_brush.jpg\" alt=\"brushing amigurumi\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Brushed Amigurumi<\/strong><br \/>\nHow to create a fluffy crocheted animal with regular yarn by brushing the pieces after crocheting.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/brushed-amigurumi\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_fuzzy.jpg\" alt=\"fuzzy yarn\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Fuzzy Yarn Tips<\/strong><br \/>\nAdvice on how to crochet amigurumi toys using fuzzy (aka <em>eyelash<\/em> or <em>novelty<\/em>) yarns.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/fuzzy-yarn-tips\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_sizing.jpg\" alt=\"resizing amigurumi\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Resizing Amigurumi<\/strong><br \/>\nHow to adjust a pattern to scale the finished amigurumi up or down in size while keeping it in proportion.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/amigurumi-help\/resizing-amigurumi\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_baby.jpg\" alt=\"baby amigurumi animals\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Make &#8216;Baby&#8217; Amigurumi Animals<\/strong><br \/>\nHow to convert almost any animal pattern to make a baby version &#8211; with no pattern modifications.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/how-to-make-baby-amigurumi-animals\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_needlesculpting.jpg\" alt=\"needlesculpting crochet\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Needlesculpting<\/strong><br \/>\nImprove the shape of your amigurumi with this finishing technique, using only a yarn needle and length of matching yarn.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/tutorials\/needlesculpting\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_photo.png\" alt=\"photo tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_loopst.jpg\" alt=\"loop stitch\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Crochet Loop Stitch<\/strong><br \/>\nLoop stitch (aka <em>fur stitch<\/em>) is a decorative stitch with an added long loop of yarn formed on the back of the work.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/how-to-crochet-loop-stitch\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_rsc.jpg\" alt=\"reverse single crochet\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Reverse Single Crochet<\/strong><br \/>\nReverse single crochet (aka <em>crab stitch<\/em>) makes a decorative twisted cord edging for your crochet.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/how-to-reverse-single-crochet\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_icord.jpg\" alt=\"crochet i-cord\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Crocheted i-cord<\/strong><br \/>\nNon-knitters can create i-cord (typically knitted) with a crochet hook &#8211; it&#8217;s an easy way to make fine tubes.<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/how-to-crochet-an-i-cord\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tutorialwrapper\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tut\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_cord.jpg\" alt=\"basic crochet cord\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"tutorial\"><strong>Basic Crochet Cord<\/strong><br \/>\nThis decorative cord makes a strong flattened non-stretchy braid. It&#8217;s easy to crochet as it uses only single crochet stitches!<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/blog\/tutorials\/basic-crochet-cord-video\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ico\" src=\"\/blog\/tut_images\/tut_video.png\" alt=\"video tutorial\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Is something missing?<\/strong> I&#8217;m building this page into a reference library of crochet tips and techniques, and I\u2019m always happy to hear your requests and ideas for new tutorials I can make! Let me know if you have requests for additional technique or stitch tutorials.<\/p>\n<div class=\"infobox\">\n<p><strong>Try more free PlanetJune content!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/blog\/free-crochet-patterns\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.planetjune.com\/blog\/buttons\/free.png\" alt=\"Free PlanetJune crochet patterns\" \/><\/a> \u00a0 <a href=\"\/blog\/tutorials\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.planetjune.com\/blog\/buttons\/craft.png\" alt=\"Free PlanetJune craft tutorials\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Link easily to this page in your patterns: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.planetjune.com\/help\" class=\"autohyperlink\">www.planetjune.com\/help<\/a> I&#8217;ve collected all my crochet and amigurumi tutorials into this master list! My tutorials take two forms: videos or step-by-step photos with written instructions. All video tutorials include both right- and left-handed versions on the same page. 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