
10 Online Crochet Courses Brilliant for Beginners in 2025
Learn how to crochet tank tops, chunky knits, blankets, bags, and beyond in these courses for various skills and techniques
Discover unique fiber art techniques, such as macramé and crochet, and learn how to develop your own style with help from artists around the world.
Learn how to crochet tank tops, chunky knits, blankets, bags, and beyond in these courses for various skills and techniques
Download this free PDF to learn the square knot technique, and weave modern macramé wall art for your home
Learn these basic knitting exercises from scratch, with Siempre Oveja
Use this beginner-friendly, step-by-step pattern and grid diagram to knit a wavy-patterned sweater in multiple colors
Go back to basics and learn how to crochet the granny square in this step-by-step tutorial with Katie Jones
Discover how designers such as Yves Saint Laurent and Vivienne Westwood reinvented famous paintings
From how to read a crochet pattern to creating a popcorn stitch, learn new crochet techniques with the experts
Access crochet, knitting, and amigurumi courses and start your path to creative growth, whether you’re a beginner or advanced
From sketching to stitching, discover all of the tools you'll need to learn this popular crochet technique
Ellen Saville teaches stylish techniques to repair and renew your favorite knitwear in this course, free for 72 hours
With the rise of crafting and allure of escapism in the last year, we look ahead to a line-up of diverse and exciting trends…
From clothing to blankets and home décor, discover tons of free crochet and knitting patterns to inspire you
From sweaters to blankets, you can learn to crochet your own cozy pieces using the traditional granny square style
Learn step-by-step methods to weave jewelry and clothing out of natural fibers or synthetic raffia
Get inspired and experiment with designs that match your style with these beautiful crochet graphs
Discover the world of amigurumi and learn how to make your own designs with this fun crochet technique
Get crafty this Halloween and learn to DIY a simple jack-o'-lantern amigurumi with this step-by-step pattern
We challenged textile designer Marta Afonso to step outside her comfort zone and experiment with unusual techniques
Discover the materials you need to block print on textiles with Marta Afonso
Crocheter and character designer Príncipe del Crochet shares the artists who inspire him Marcelo Javier Cortés, best known on social media as Príncipe del Crochet (@principe_del_crochet), is a Chilean crocheter and character designer who shares his creative process crocheting characters on Instagram, YouTube, and his personal blog. His amigurumis, as these creations are called in Japan, reflect the large number of creative possibilities given by this crocheting technique. According to tradition, every amigurumi character has its own personality, and it is up to the artist to embody this aspect through their crocheting. Read on as Príncipe del Crochet introduces us to five artists who create characters with personalities and are a source of inspiration. Lalylala Germany Lydia Tresselt is a crochet artist, illustrator, and collector of inspiring material living and working in Leipzig, Germany. Lydia loves the smell of summer thunderstorms, snail shells, popping bubble wrap, chocolate vanilla ice cream, and walking barefoot on the lawn. And she also likes to create characters that accompany her on her adventures. She is Javier’s primary amigurumi model, and he’s the proud owner of a book signed by her.
Learn about this mindful craft, be inspired by popular hand weaving books and get your own projects going Hand weaving is a meditative art that allows you to unwind while creating something beautiful. Fiber artist Lucy Rowan (@peasandneedles) incorporates her love of playful colors and texture in her work as a specialist hand-weaver and punch needle embroiderer. After buying a lap loom off the internet and learning from books borrowed from the library, she began almost by chance and has so far been featured in magazines, opened an online shop, and even written two books about her craft.
Learn how to create the pompom effect using manual weaving techniques, with textile artist Diana Cunha
Learn how to use proportions to easily calculate the number of stitches, in this Beginner’s Guide by Santa Pazienzia
Learn about the origin of the intarsia technique, how it differs from tapestry and how to crochet patterns The intarsia technique is not widely known but worth exploring as you can use it to achieve some beautiful effects with yarn. This crocheting technique allows you to create designs by adding separate yarns when you want to change color in a section of your work. This feature separates it from traditional tapestry, where the different color yarns are inserted into the crocheted piece.
Interested in learning this technique? Here's everything you will need to get started Crochet has made a strong comeback over recent years. Not only has this technique been revived, but new exponents have given it a modern twist. Alicia Recio Rodríguez (@alimaravillas) is part of a group of creators who have managed to put their stamp on their work which they share on social media. There, her work has attracted lots of people who are eager to learn her techniques. If you are also keen to make something with your own hands and develop your unique style, Alicia lists the basic materials that you will need to start crocheting:
Discover the feminist roots of this unique street art using yarn and wool Whatever city you live in, you may have come across a tree decorated with wool or a lamp post covered in crocheted flowers. This practice is known as yarn bombing, and it’s everywhere. Yarn bombing is the decoration of public features with handmade fabrics. These colorful creations convey messages about care, respect, and the appreciation of public space. This street artform’s origins date back to the mid-19th century, the industrial revolution, and feminist resistance. Want to know more about knitted urban creations? Discover the roots of yarn bombing below!
Textile artist Diana Cunha takes on the Domestika Challenge: selecting materials blindfolded and then weaving a design in 30 minutes
Crochet artist and character designer Marcelo Javier Cortés, a.k.a. Príncipe del Crochet, shares his favorite projects Crocheting is a hand knitting technique that is gaining interest among contemporary creatives. Starting in the craft of crochet is easy, and there are lots of possibilities. One of the most attractive projects you can do using a crochet hook is ‘amigurumi.’ You can create cute, three-dimensional characters by crocheting them as if you were sculpting with yarn.
Interdisciplinary crochet artist and Poetryarn founder, Ángela Cayero, faces the Domestika Challenge: crocheting with her eyes closed!
Create amazing garments, decorations, toys, and functional objects with your own hands Some people think crocheting is an activity just for older people, but the reality is that contemporary artists from all over the world are reinventing and rediscovering it every day. Crochet is very easy to learn, and it’s also a relaxing artisanal technique for those who love anything fabric and textiles related. These 6 experts share with you the secrets behind their modern creations, so you too can become an experienced crocheter and create your own toys, objects, garments, or decorations.