Art of Crochet by Teresa - How to Crochet with Several Strands of yarn

[1nd1en1le]

i bet this would make a really warm blanket...

[tjw1963]

@1nd1en1le It would be a very warm blanket. Working with this many strands will tire out your hand and arm if you are making a big project.

[AsharaWhitepaws]

@1nd1en1le It would also be a very heavy blanket.

[tjw1963]

@1nd1en1le It would be very heavy and warm. The way I worked it is very stiff so you could use a larger crochet hook to give it some flexibility. It should work up fast.

[1mizzbabyblue]

me personaly i hate the sound when i like put the crochet and yarn threw...so annoying but soo addicting and fun to crochet..

[tjw1963]

@1mizzbabyblue Glycerin soap will help reduce the squeak of the yarn on the hook.

[genmama1955]

That is so cool, and the project is so beautiful. What can you make with it?

[sarazia222]

That's really cool my cousin crochet and she loves your videos and I think your videos are really impressive

[tjw1963]

@sarazia222 Thank you very much. :)

[sanjurodog]

@tjw1963 how about using this idea to make little hanging plant holders? I have limited table/counter space, and so maybe hanging a few of my smaller plants in the window..you know, crochet a sturdy little "cup," with this idea, and then just weave the 4 strands evenly around the top edge and use the ends tied at the top as the hanger? :)

[tjw1963]

@sanjurodog You could use this as a plant hanger. You will continue working increase stitches and increase rounds.

[sanjurodog]

@tjw1963 :) yes. I'm gonna try it! Thank you for the inspiration! 

[beachbumjwr]

That is very impressive. I have trouble working with just 2 strands! My finges and wrists hurt so bad after just a few rounds, and I have trouble after the first round finding my starting stitch sometimes. I am definately going to try the multiple strands, with a bigger hook of course :) Thanks for the video!

[davidcadd]

I just started using multiple strands and found that the yarns seem to tangle and I havae to stop and rewind them. What am I doing wrong? Love your video!

[tjw1963]

@davidcadd Maybe you are working the stitches to tight?

[davidcadd]

@tjw1963 Thanks for suggestion. I'll try to loosen up and see if that works. I've learned so much from your videos!

[1958DeeDot]

Thanks you for for posting this 4 strand video. I will be making a rug for my 3 little grandaughters bedroom,

[tjw1963]

@1958DeeDot Sounds like it will be very nice!

[IvanMaltz]

This would be a great start to a rug

[jcrefasi1]

@genevalou I made these as trivets in "peaches n creme" kitchen cotton to match purchased dish cloths which I crocheted a topper for and a matching magic potholder both from Teresa's tutorials using 1strand I keep a few made up to have last minute gifts handy. For my friends who still use iron skillets I added a handle covers. For those I used 2 stands of cotton and just crocheted a tube about 5inches long. The set makes a great Christmas gift too!

[jcrefasi1]

If you use 100% cotton or wool it would make a great trivet to place hot pots or serving bowls on to protect your table

[christineshires]

that would make a nice thick potholder. Maybe in a spiral design or something.

[DearRafiki]

I crocheted a scarf using two different colors. It was somewhat of a hassle but it came out nice. I've never thought about trying four at a time. I like the look though :o)

[kristinel4christ]

wow thats alot of strings to work with i've done 3 together as one but the yarn was thin

[genevalou]

Love this idea with using 4 strands and the N hook! Besides a coaster or rug, can you think of anything else one might make using the 4 strands. Just wondering! I might make a small throw for the top of my new washer so it won't get scratched. It would be colorful and serve a good purpose. Thank you for this very nice video. :)

[knit44]

Thanks teresa for putting this video up. Its very helpful. I always wanted to knit and crochet with 2 or more strands because its an awesome technique to do. I haven't crochet or knitted 2 strands of yarn or more yet, but since you put the video up I will soon. Thanks.

[tjw1963]

@knit44 I appreciate the comment, thank you.

[nataguirre1]

re lindo!!!

[MADONNANZ]

Hi teresa- am loving your videos, very informative. Are you able to show us a tutorial on how to make a Solomon's Knot triangle shawl? I cant find any good video tutorials on this and they look so easy, but I just cant seem to get started and am having trouble positioning each one correctly. There is a video by "dropsdesign" on youtube called "Love Knots Triangle" but they werent very clear. Im hoping you will come to my rescue. You are a crochet goddess.

[3slimdog]

Thank You. Great instructions.

[Pizzadude222]

That was colorful. =D

[grammi24]

What exactly did you make?

[tjw1963]

@grammi24 It is just a circle. I did not make anything specific.

[pcasey23]

@tjw1963

Actually, this could be a coaster, if one only used two strands. I think it's a little thick using 4 strands . . . this caught my eye as I just last night decided that was going to be what I'm making all 13 of my husband's siblings for Christmas this year.

[fullofsecrets]

Thank you for posting this. There's a project I've been putting off because I didn't feel confident about working with multiple strands of yarn, but this really helped.

[tjw1963]

@fullofsecrets You are welcome. I appreciate the comment.

[adfkjgvdjfvbdbvdkjvb]

love this one!

[blueandmellow]

I think you are amazing...

[babyjjune]

Hi Teresa, on this video I wanted to say "Thank You" for your tutorial videos! I have been able to learn how to crochet thanks again! Your'e a great teacher!!!!! :)

[bibilui]

I just did this yesterday before you uploaded the video... but I find it hard maybe because of the size of the needle... : (

[kahluaqdee]

luv it!

[beyuo08]

***** :)

[LYDISANC21]

this is neat! I have done this before and didnt know I was doing it correctly I just started to imagine how to do it. great vid!!!

[puffyjo]

its fun to try different things though i guess this would be good for a rug. or a coaster , i guess you would call this a wrist work out, rest now and thank you

[saarrraaaahhhh]

I always have crocheted like that! I taught myself so it is  habit now, but it works just fine for me!

[Lauriewriter]

Fabulous "how to" video!!

Laurie:-)

[jsisag]

I always crochet like that. Actually, I learnt to crochet on my own. I've had no teacher. So I didn't realise till I saw your videos that my method of holding the needle is wrong. By then I was too far gone to learn a new habit. Anyway, it doesn't make much of a difference...

[mussopman]

This is the way I hold my hook all the time. I have never been able to hold it like a pencil. I've never tried using more than one strand at a time.  It looks like it would be hard to do and cramp your hand. I get a cramp in my left thumb when I first start to crochet and eventually it will go away the longer I crochet.

[tjw1963]

@mussopman  Working with 4 strands of yarn is almost like a mild "workout". Most people are probably going to experience some mild discomfort and cramping. My arm/wrist was a little stiff after making the video. I don't normally crochet that that many strands of yarn.

[Aishaoaktree1122]

thanks for sharing, i do find that i will flip over also if its a bulky yarn. good to know im not the only one to do so

[iluveyeshadows]

Nice! Thanks so much 4 sharing :D

[missamna1]

thank you