There are many categories for yarn and types of yarn that fall into each category. Yarn weights are labeled from 0 to 6 with 0 being the thinnest of yarns and 6 being the most bulky. There are many different types of yarn in each category. The table below shows a general gauge for each of the yarn weights along with some recommended crochet hooks to use with that type of yarn. The information in the chart is the most commonly used gauges and crochet hook sizes for each yarn category. You can always use a crochet hook or create a gauge that is not listed on the chart.

Yarn Weight Symbol
Types of Yarn In Category	Fingering, 10-count crochet thread	Sock, Fingering, Baby	Sport, Baby	DK, Light Worsted	Worsted, Afghan, Aran	Chunky, Craft, Rug	Bulky, Roving
Gauge in Single Crochet 4″ (10 cm)	32-42 double crochets	21-32 sts	16-20 sts	12-17 sts	11-14 sts	8-11 sts	5-9 sts
Recommended Hook Sizes (metric)	Steel 1.6-1.4 mm	2.25-3.5 mm	3.5-4.5 mm	4.5-5.5 mm	5.5-6.5 mm	6.5-9 mm	9 mm and up
Recommended Hook Sizes (U.S.)	Steel 6, 7, 8 or B-1	B-1 to E-4	E-4 to 7	7 to I-9	I-9 to K-10 1/2	K-10 1/2 to M-13	M-13 and up

When you buy yarn a recommended crochet hook size and gauge may be listed on the packaging. If you are following a crochet pattern, it may also have the recommended crochet hook size and gauge in it.

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This weekend I went to Longwood Gardens! If anyone is ever in the PA area I would definitely take a trip out there to see all the beautiful flowers in bloom. I was disappointed that I didn’t get to see everything and that the pretty fountains weren’t turned on. But then again I guess it leaves something to look forward to next time. There were so many flowers there that I have never seen before and now I’m inspired to crochet them! Look out here comes my crochet hook! The picture to the right is pretty goofy. It’s of me and a bush trimmed into a dog, lol. There was a whole section of silly bushes like this!

Here are pictures of some of the flowers that I saw!!!

Most of the flowers were in the conservatory (a.k.a. the giant green house). It was laid out very elegantly. I could sit in there all day long and listen to the waterfall! It was so relaxing. Here are pictures of inside the conservatory.

There was even a cool bell tower!!!

I was so excited when I looked in a tree and saw this giant piece of fruit! I’m not exactly sure what it is, maybe a grape fruit? There was also the very photogenic bird that I encountered on one of the trails. It was posing so I thought I have to take a picture of it!

I definitely had a great time! Now I’m ready to start crocheting those flowers! Look out Spring, here comes my crochet hook! Does anyone have a favorite flower?

Lots of crocheters get confused about crochet hook sizes since hooks are labeled with variations of letters or numbers. Here is a table that I hope will help everyone convert millimeter hook sizes to popular letter and number sizes.

As you can see in the chart, U.S. hook sizes use letters and numbers that are not very consistent. Millimeters are more reliable in labeling the size of a hooks since it is an actual measurement of how big or small a hook is. All patterns that I publish on CrochetSpot will have crochet hook sizes in millimeters.

Crochet Hook Sizes

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Let’s talk about yarn! The other day I was staring at my yarn stash wondering where it all went. I have about 10 skeins of assorted colors and 3 small balls of thread. What is a “normal” size for a yarn stash? Every time I’m on the Crochetville forums I read about people with rooms if not tubs and bags filled with yarn in their stash. It feels like I’m behind, where is my room full of yarn? I need to go on a yarn spree.

By the way, what kind of yarn do you like to buy? I normally go for whatever is on sale or is just cheap. I have some Red Heart, Caron 1 pounder, and some Simply Soft stuff. I’ve never bought anything fancy yet, but I do touch and feel when I walk passed them.

Okay! I’m done rambling. Now, it’s your turn! How big is your stash and what’s in it?

Here is my very first Tunisian simple stitched neck warmer! This is a small item that is great to practice your Tunisian stitches on. If you don’t know how to crochet Tunisian simple stitches, here is a Tunisian simple stitch tutorial that shows you how. The basic idea of this neck warmer is to start with a chain that is as wide as you want your neck warmer to be, then start making rows and rows or Tunisian simple stitches to make it as long as you want it. There is one color change in this pattern to give your neck warmer some style. Just follow the instructions below to get started!

Skill Level:

Finished Size: 4 ¼” (11 cm) wide, 17” (43 cm) long, 1” (2.5 cm) diameter of buttons

Materials:
Medium Weight Yarn (Green, Brown)
Tunisian Crochet Hook I (5.5 mm) or a regular crochet hook without large handle
Yarn Needle
Scissors

Gauge:
9 TSS = 2”
7 rows = 2”
Gauge Swatch: 2’’w x 2’’h (5cm x 5cm) ch 9.
Row 1: work TSS in second ch from hook and in each ch across
Row 2 – 7: work TSS in second stitch and in each stitch across
Finish off.

Special Crochet Stitch: Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS)
Here is a Tunisian simple stitch tutorial for reference.

Crochet Pattern: Neck Warmer
With green, start by chaining 20, or as wide as you want your neck warmer
Row 1: Work TSS in second chain from hook, and in each chain across
Row 2 – 53: work TSS in second stitch and in each stitch across
Row 54: work TSS in second stitch and in each stitch across, changing to brown in last TSS made
Row 55 – 74: work TSS in second stitch and in each stitch across
Row 75: sl st in second stitch and in each stitch across, finish off

Button (Make 2)
Row 1: with green, ch 4, sl st in forth ch from hook forming loop
Row 2: 10 sc in loop
Row 3: 10 sc in loop (overlapping previous row)
Row 4: 8 sc in loop (overlapping previous row), finish off

Button Strap (Make 2)
Row 1: ch 15, sl st in first ch forming loop, finish off

With yarn needle, sew buttons onto brown end of neck warmer and button straps onto green end.

If you need help with crochet this Tunisian simple stitch neck warmer, just leave a comment!

This tutorial is for both right and left handed people. For left handed pictures, roll your mouse over the image and it will change for you.

Tunisian stitches also known as afghan stitches, create a very elegant basket weaved look. Tunisian stitches are like a cross between crocheting and knitting because in crocheting these stitches it involves leaving loops on your hook when you are crocheting forward and then removing them when you crochet in reverse. Don’t let this confuse you! This tutorial will walk you through creating a small crocheted piece using Tunisian simple stitch.

Here is what Tunisian simple stitches look like:

Front

Back

Below is a step by step tutorial that will slowly walk you through crocheting a few rows of Tunisian simple stitches. If you need help with any of the steps, don’t be afraid to ask by leaving a comment on this post!
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Who doesn’t love a nice warm bowl of homemade spaghetti? Well here is a crochet pattern to knock the socks off of anyone starving for a bowl. Whether you’re an avid cooker or a terrible cooker, you are guaranteed to make a spectacular spaghetti dish with these easy and fast not so crochet instructions. Skill Level:

Finished Size: enough to satisfy your appetite

Materials:
Medium Weight Yarn (Beige, Red)
Index finger and thumb (or equivalent fingers as necessary)
Scissors
1 Bowl
1 Fork
1 person to play a trick on

Special Crochet Stitch: The Finger Grab
Place the indicated yarn between index finger and thumb.
Apply ample pressure to squeeze strand of yarn, such that it does not slip from between fingers.
Pull yarn the indicated distance then let go.
Note: the finger grab may be tricky for some, just remember that practice makes perfect!

Gauge: each finger grab should be 12” (30.5 cm) long

Crochet Pattern: Spaghetti
Start by placing bowl under work. By finishing off each finger grab, it should land in the bowl.
Row 1 – 50: With beige, finger grab, finish off.

Sauce
Row 1 – 10: With red, finger grab, finish off.

If you need help with crocheting spaghetti, no worries just leave a comment!