First Crochet vlog!

Hello and welcome to my very first crochet vlog!

I started this channel about two and a half years ago, and let me tell you, it was not an easy journey. Recording videos was completely new to me. In the beginning, I spent hours searching the internet just to see how other creators were doing it.

I didn't have the budget for a brand-new camera, but then someone suggested recording with a smartphone. I thought to myself, “I can do this!”
At first, my setup was purely DIY. I tried all kinds of creative arrangements—stacking books and balancing different household items just to make my phone stay in one place. Everything changed on my birthday when my daughter bought me a tabletop camera holder. It was a total game-changer! From that point on, I learned how to properly use the holder to stabilize my shots, and I taught myself how to edit all of my videos right from my phone. It was a massive learning curve, but so worth it.

If you watch my tutorials, you might know that they are completely unscripted. I love recording my voice naturally while I am actively making things. I’ve heard about doing separate voiceovers, but I still haven't quite figured out how to do that yet!

Grab your favourite beverage, pull up some yarn, and let's hang out!

Watch My First Crochet Vlog Below:

Bindu

Easiest Textures Scarf/cowl

Welcome back to Crochet Smash! If you loved our previous tutorial on the matching grit stitch hat, you are going to love this project. Today, we are learning how to crochet a cozy, textured accessory using the Fancy Grit Stitch . This beginner-friendly crochet tutorial shows you how to create a beautiful textured crochet cowl or a full-length crochet scarf using an easy-to-remember pattern that works up incredibly fast.

 We will go over how to make this pattern flat, and discuss the minor differences between working the grit stitch in the round versus a flat rectangle

Materials Needed

Yarn: Medium weight yarn (Featured: Red Heart Super Saver)

Crochet Hook: 5 mm hook

Notions: Yarn needle

The Pattern Formula

To customize the width of your grit stitch scarf pattern, simply start with a chain using any multiple of 2 + 1. For this specific tutorial layout, we are starting with 17 chains (16 + 1)

Step- by step- pattern

Row 1: Establishing the Base

Start with a chain of 17
In the second chain from your hook, work 1 half double crochet (hdc)
Skip the next chain stitch

In the next stitch, work 1 single crochet (sc) and 1 double crochet (dc) both into that same stitch.

Repeat this sequence: Skip 1 stitch, then work (1 sc, 1 dc) into the next stitch all the way down the row

When you reach the very last stitch of the row, end with 1 hdc

Row 2: Building the Texture

Chain 1 and turn your work

Work 1 hdc directly into the very first stitch.  Skip the next stitch. In the next stitch, work 1 sc and 1 dc into the same space

Repeat the sequence: Skip 1, then work (1 sc, 1 dc) into the next across the row

Finish the row by placing 1 hdc into the turning space/last stitch

Row 3 & Beyond:

Simply repeat Row 2 until your project reaches your desired length! Every single row will start and end with a half double crochet, maintaining neat edges. 

Watch the Full Tutorial

Want to follow along skein-by-skein? Make sure to embed or link your video right here so your blog readers can watch the visual breakdown!Don't forget to check out the matching beanie tutorial: Click Here to Watch
Grab the printable PDF version of my patterns: Visit my Ko-fi Shop


Happy crocheting! Let me know in the comments if you are making a flat scarf or a cozy cowl! 🧶✨

 

Bindu

How to Crochet a Thick Textured Beanie (Easy 1-Row Repeat!)

If you are looking for a cozy winter project, this beanie is one. 

Many people ask how to get that beautiful, chunky, knit-look texture without dealing with super complicated stitch patterns or frustrating stitch counts. 

The secret behind this gorgeous hat is a simple, easy-to-learn 1-row repeat sequence (inspired by a variation of the fancy grit stitch!).

This pattern creates an incredibly warm and stretchy fabric that makes it the perfect project for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike. Grab your favourite worsted-weight yarn, a matching crochet hook, and let's make a beautiful hat together!

Watch the Step-By-Step Video 

Reasons to love this pattern:

Very quick: 

Once you finish the crown, the height of the hat is quick to build up. The sc and double crochet combo builds the texture very quickly.

Great Texture: 

The ridges created by the stitch pattern are really amazing! This is created by smart placement of simple stitches.

Great gift :

Who doesn't like a hat as a gift in the colder season? Make it in really cozy wool yarn. Make it in your favourite colours! It is a small handmade gift, making it really memorable.

Like this video?

Watch my other beanies on YouTube 

I will host a live crochet and chat this coming Monday. You are welcome to join me. 

Look at my shop to download  pdf crochet patterns

 

Bindu