Crochet Blog
This crochet blog covers many different topics about our favourite craft. From crochet tutorials, to quizzes, interviews with fellow yarn lovers, crochet business tips, behind the scenes, and much more. If you’re looking for something specific, simply click the category buttons below to find what you need.
Crochet Chat: Carla from Crochet for Squish
Crochet community interviews are back and I’m delighted to speak with none other than Carla from Crochet for Squish about her crochet journey.
Magic circle tutorial for crochet
Learn how to make a magic circle in this step-by-step tutorial.
How to crochet in the Front Loops Only
Learn how to crochet in the Front Loops Only (FLO) in this step-by-step tutorial.
Invisible finish crochet technique
Learn how to fasten off your amigurumi with an invisible finish.
How to crochet a superhero monkey
Here’s all you need to know to crochet these four adorable monkey amigurumi superheroes.
8 Free Crochet Fruit Patterns
Get the collection of quick and easy free crochet fruit patterns that look realistic in size and colour. A lot of fun to make and they look great as a set!
How to embroider amigurumi eyes (the easy way!)
Learn how to embroider amigurumi quickly and easily in this step-by-step tutorial.
Four Farm Animal Crochet Patterns
Four free farm animal crochet patterns that require minimal sewing and are super quick to make.
Crochet slip knot tutorial
Learn how to tie a slip knot in this easy step-by-step crochet tutorial.
10 Free Crochet Patterns for Love Hearts
Here are 10 free crochet patterns for hearts that I’ve tried and tested. Get my review and find the right heart crochet pattern for you.
22 Things I learned in 2022 about starting a craft business
Discover the top 22 lessons I learned from starting my crochet business in 2022.
12 Free Christmas Ornament Crochet Patterns
Get 12 quick and easy Christmas ornament free crochet patterns.
Crochet business goals: July - December 2022
Discover what I’ve learned from building my own crochet business in the past six months and find out what’s next for Cilla Crochets.
Crochet Quiz: August 2022
The latest crochet quiz is here! Do you love crochet? Now you can test how much you know and you may even learn something new!
What is an X-Shaped Single Crochet Stitch?
The X-shaped single crochet stitch is great for making amigurumi. Learn how to crochet this stitch technique in this full photo tutorial.
Crochet Quiz: June 2022
The Crochet Quiz is a fun set of 10 multiple choice questions all about crochet. It’s been designed to help you build your crochet knowledge and have a bit of fun. June 2022’s quiz is now live for you to try out!
Behind the Scenes at Cilla Crochets
Get a look behind the scenes at Cilla Crochets in this latest crochet business update.
How to read a crochet pattern
Learn how to read a crochet pattern with these latest top tips from Cilla Crochets.
How to start designing amigurumi
Learn the steps you need to take to start designing your own amigurumi. I also share some top tips I’ve learned on my own journey as an amigurumi crochet designer.
Crochet Quiz: May 2022
May’s Crochet Quiz is now live! It’s a fun way to test your crochet knowledge and learn something new about our craft.
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