I'm working on my first major project a ripple stitch blanket that is basically going to fit a queen size bed when I'm done (I got a little bit over zealous with my chain stitches) Crocheting for 6-7 hours a night every night for there weeks straight WRECKED my neck to the point I could barely move it or sleep. It's taken almost two weeks for me to be able to turn my head normal again. If only I'd found this video sooner! Thanks for the tips Mike!
i have to say your so talented and have learned so much watching your videos. I love this new series because you break down the steps so well and are a great teacher :)
loving your channel ! some friends with pets put their yarn inside a soda bottle (a big one, cut in the middle, taking out part of the body, making the bottle smaller, the two then can connect after the yarn is inside, coming through the the top opening) that way the cat doesn't get to play :)
and for chair, who has a feeding chair (for breast feeding) they are usually perfect for crochet and knitting
Me and my ten year old daughter just started the loom knitting a week ago. We have both managed to mess up a few things of yarn cause they keep getting tangled up. Can you recommend something we can do to keep the yarn from getting tangled up please. Im loving your tuturials and we both want to keep knitting and learning to crochet but i cant afford to keep replacing the yarn. Please help..
@916simone Yes... yarn can be a pain when it gets knotted and tangled....if you can't pull the yarn from the middle of the yarn skien then wrap the skien into balls this can be done with a yarn winder or by hand .....if using balls of yarn a trick is to place the balls of yarn in a bowl to prevent it from rolling away from you when using it.....hope that helps....cathy@mikey's helpdesk :)
@916simone Put the yarn balls in a plastic bag. Make holes on the side of the bag and bring out the yarn from one balll through one hole. That way the yarns come out through different holes and do not get tangled
I've been crocheting since age 11 holding my hook like a pencil (the way you don't ). I'm anxious to watch more videos and hope I can break 46 years of habit. My wrist and thumb really hurt the way I'm holding my hook. Also do it that way because my mom did!
@susieqmcf Ohhhh....dont be anxious...if you hold your hook differently thats ok....there are many ways people do things none more right than the other...hold your hook the way you want and try to get as much out of the tutorials as you can as far as other things go.....good luck....Cathy@mikeys helpdesk :)
thanks for doing these videos. I'm self taught and I still don't know how to hold my yarn to get the right tension. I love how you said "do what is right for you. I've tried to hold the yarn like you show in your video and it's hard for me. Practice, practice practice. I'll figure it out.
Nice lesson! eventhough I'm crocheting for about a year and a half now, position is something allways needed. Loved the lesson and looking forward to the next 23!
Its funny because I was just complaining today about the pain in my neck and back and arms ! I was sitting very badly, thank you so much for this vid!
great tutorial. can't wait to see more. I am currently working on a bumble berry pie afghan, but with bernat Ninja. The colors are amazing. I can't wait to get it done. The Bernat yarn is a little more expensive, but I love everything about it.
why i'm hearing 2 or 3 people at the same time?? this video is soooo important it seems like it was done thinking of me. I always have bad posture while crochetting. Thank you very much for this, i have bought different devices and try to use them from gloves to neck pillows. how about making tutorials about vision, lighting? those are the things that are taking away my comfort as well.
Mikey, Curtzy Crochet has found THE TOP CROCHET MAN IN THE WORLD. I've been crocheting for a while, but I'm gonna watch all 24 of these lessons! Thanks!
Thanks so much for these tutorials! I've been crocheting since February, so these will really enable me to learn new skills and refine the ones I have. I hadn't thought much about yarn placement, so I'm grateful for the tips. I'm looking forward to the next lesson!
Great points on posture - something we don't think about much until our backs/arms/neck are in pain ! It seems people hold their yarn and hooks differently, so I think that's just a personal preference - no right or wrong way if it works for you - but beginners need to know a basic way to hold before they can find what works for them. Well done as always, Mikey ! I'm forwarding your video to my daughter who has a two-year-old and sees the benefits of knowing how to knit and crochet. Tk you!
I've been crocheting for about a few years now, after watching this, there are a few things I was already doing on my own. I love the ball of yarn in the bowl Idea. will be trying this later when I crochet the rest of my scarf.
I do think this video is more about personal preference in that a person needs to find what works for them. Obviously, if your neck and legs hurt when you crochet, you'd need to rethink your positioning.
Also I really wish you would have covered that there is more than one way to hold the yarn. Just like holding the hook - you do it one way because its how you were shown. I hold my yarn differently for the same reason :)
I'm working on my first major project a ripple stitch blanket that is basically going to fit a queen size bed when I'm done (I got a little bit over zealous with my chain stitches) Crocheting for 6-7 hours a night every night for there weeks straight WRECKED my neck to the point I could barely move it or sleep. It's taken almost two weeks for me to be able to turn my head normal again. If only I'd found this video sooner! Thanks for the tips Mike!
phoenixphyre66 6 days ago in playlist Free Crochet Lessons - Curtzy Crochet Hooks
how do i get subscribed for the news letter im loving these videos ty so much
tekk73 3 weeks ago
I love your videos!!!
sprecasanti 1 month ago in playlist Free Crochet Lessons - Curtzy Crochet Hooks
i love your lessons... and ofcourse i adore your hooks kit....
KillerinQueen 1 month ago
I've been crocheting for a few years now and never knew how to get rid of the neck pain! thanks
Christiansunshine 1 month ago in playlist Free Crochet Lessons - Curtzy Crochet Hooks
i have to say your so talented and have learned so much watching your videos. I love this new series because you break down the steps so well and are a great teacher :)
turtle619813 2 months ago in playlist Free Crochet Lessons - Curtzy Crochet Hooks
hi mike! how do I get added to the newsletter??
micaiahty 2 months ago
loving your channel ! some friends with pets put their yarn inside a soda bottle (a big one, cut in the middle, taking out part of the body, making the bottle smaller, the two then can connect after the yarn is inside, coming through the the top opening) that way the cat doesn't get to play :)
and for chair, who has a feeding chair (for breast feeding) they are usually perfect for crochet and knitting
atenabr 2 months ago in playlist Free Crochet Lessons - Curtzy Crochet Hooks
Me and my ten year old daughter just started the loom knitting a week ago. We have both managed to mess up a few things of yarn cause they keep getting tangled up. Can you recommend something we can do to keep the yarn from getting tangled up please. Im loving your tuturials and we both want to keep knitting and learning to crochet but i cant afford to keep replacing the yarn. Please help..
916simone 2 months ago
@916simone Yes... yarn can be a pain when it gets knotted and tangled....if you can't pull the yarn from the middle of the yarn skien then wrap the skien into balls this can be done with a yarn winder or by hand .....if using balls of yarn a trick is to place the balls of yarn in a bowl to prevent it from rolling away from you when using it.....hope that helps....cathy@mikey's helpdesk :)
mikeyssmail 2 months ago
@916simone Put the yarn balls in a plastic bag. Make holes on the side of the bag and bring out the yarn from one balll through one hole. That way the yarns come out through different holes and do not get tangled
geethadurai 1 week ago
I've been crocheting since age 11 holding my hook like a pencil (the way you don't ). I'm anxious to watch more videos and hope I can break 46 years of habit. My wrist and thumb really hurt the way I'm holding my hook. Also do it that way because my mom did!
susieqmcf 2 months ago
@susieqmcf Ohhhh....dont be anxious...if you hold your hook differently thats ok....there are many ways people do things none more right than the other...hold your hook the way you want and try to get as much out of the tutorials as you can as far as other things go.....good luck....Cathy@mikeys helpdesk :)
mikeyssmail 2 months ago
Nice tips for positioning! Thank you!!
rydiecyj 3 months ago
Once again thanks for the great advice. everything makes sense!!!
djrudyrue2 3 months ago
thanks Mikey to teach how tosit and eres muy big baay
onehotnany 3 months ago
thanks for doing these videos. I'm self taught and I still don't know how to hold my yarn to get the right tension. I love how you said "do what is right for you. I've tried to hold the yarn like you show in your video and it's hard for me. Practice, practice practice. I'll figure it out.
spanky3610 3 months ago
Your absolutely amazing! I was trying to learn on my own and was becoming very frustrated.. thank you so much for doing this! I love you so much! :D
killerschnauzer 3 months ago in playlist More videos from mikeyssmail
The way you hold your yarn is not working for me at all. I have my own method.
latenweeensditdoen 3 months ago
@latenweeensditdoen Do what is right for you! That's part of discovering creativity. :)
AllFreeCrochet 3 months ago
Nice lesson! eventhough I'm crocheting for about a year and a half now, position is something allways needed. Loved the lesson and looking forward to the next 23!
knuffeldraakje 3 months ago
Loved the part on yarn positioning! Thx so much! Can't wait for the rest!
carriebland 3 months ago
Excellent! Thanks for sharing.
Lorieterr 3 months ago
Its funny because I was just complaining today about the pain in my neck and back and arms ! I was sitting very badly, thank you so much for this vid!
eveshalloween 3 months ago
love the video! You make everything so clear and understandable. However, I do prefer Susan Bates crochet hooks, vs, Boyles.
susanisheretoday 3 months ago
great tutorial. can't wait to see more. I am currently working on a bumble berry pie afghan, but with bernat Ninja. The colors are amazing. I can't wait to get it done. The Bernat yarn is a little more expensive, but I love everything about it.
staceemae03 3 months ago
So much more information and great tips than I was expecting. Will be sharing this with friends! Thanks for this.
IvoryKohl 3 months ago
great idea with putting the ball of yarn in the bowl!!!! when can we expect more videos of your lessons??
UnbeadableDesigns 3 months ago
Great video! Nice hooks!
readwriteread 3 months ago
why i'm hearing 2 or 3 people at the same time?? this video is soooo important it seems like it was done thinking of me. I always have bad posture while crochetting. Thank you very much for this, i have bought different devices and try to use them from gloves to neck pillows. how about making tutorials about vision, lighting? those are the things that are taking away my comfort as well.
anandazen30 3 months ago
Excellent tutorial!!
see2bee 3 months ago
Mikey, Curtzy Crochet has found THE TOP CROCHET MAN IN THE WORLD. I've been crocheting for a while, but I'm gonna watch all 24 of these lessons! Thanks!
scredbird 3 months ago
Wow!!! Thank you so much for this excellent tutorial!!! Helps alot : ) Please keep your superb tutorials coming.
utuber618 3 months ago in playlist More videos from mikeyssmail
FINALLY!! I feel like i've been waiting my whole life for this; I'm so excited to learn how to crochet~! Thanks so much Mikey!
Buttercup5555555555 3 months ago
Thanks so much for these tutorials! I've been crocheting since February, so these will really enable me to learn new skills and refine the ones I have. I hadn't thought much about yarn placement, so I'm grateful for the tips. I'm looking forward to the next lesson!
1DovesGirl 3 months ago
Thank you Mikey and Curtzy Crochet for Lesson One of 24 lessons.
You are a wonderful teacher Mikey and I am so looking forward to
the lessons. You will have put in a lot of time and effort for your viewers.
Thank you for sharing.
lynsueinaz 3 months ago
Great points on posture - something we don't think about much until our backs/arms/neck are in pain ! It seems people hold their yarn and hooks differently, so I think that's just a personal preference - no right or wrong way if it works for you - but beginners need to know a basic way to hold before they can find what works for them. Well done as always, Mikey ! I'm forwarding your video to my daughter who has a two-year-old and sees the benefits of knowing how to knit and crochet. Tk you!
wdbreezy 3 months ago
This was very helpful, I never thought of half these things but I experienced alot of what you suggested so thanks for the tips :-)
craftylottylady 3 months ago
I've been crocheting for about a few years now, after watching this, there are a few things I was already doing on my own. I love the ball of yarn in the bowl Idea. will be trying this later when I crochet the rest of my scarf.
AsharaWhitepaws 3 months ago
Good job Mikey. I can't wait to learn difficult stitches.
katbatten0831 3 months ago
Good points about sitting! I've been getting a neckache - I'll try the pillow idea!
revangelica 3 months ago
I do think this video is more about personal preference in that a person needs to find what works for them. Obviously, if your neck and legs hurt when you crochet, you'd need to rethink your positioning.
Also I really wish you would have covered that there is more than one way to hold the yarn. Just like holding the hook - you do it one way because its how you were shown. I hold my yarn differently for the same reason :)
askmisscris 3 months ago