Even wondered about the front loop only and back loop crochet stitches? Or maybe you never even know that you have been working into both loops? If you are wondering what's the difference and what's the point then you are in the right place. 

Decreasing crochet stitches can be quite confusing for new crocheters. Increasing crochet stitches just involves doing multiple stitches in the same stitch. On the other hand, decreases can include a simple decrease, an invisible decrease or even a cluster of stitches. I will go through each of them individually below. 

Increases in crochet stitches create a wider appearance while decreases in crochet stiches create a narrower appearance. This is important for shaping in general, especially for amigurumi projects, when creating 3D shapes and structures. By combining changes in width and changes in stitch heights, you could create many different variations in amigurumi shapes.

Struggling with starting off your amigurumi, especially with the dreaded magic ring? There are a few ways to tackle it and a few different types of stitches to master. Or if you want to try alternatives to crocheting magic rings, here are some ideas below as well. You could say this whole article is a crochet magic ring for dummies guide!

Find your existing way of making eyes for your amigurumi boring? Or maybe you just want to switch things up and see what other options there are for making crochet eyes. Look no further for 10 creative ideas to use for amigurumi eyes! 

If you have taken the leap to get your first crochet hook and ball of yarn and you are excited to get started on crocheting then you are in the right place. Just in case you need ideas for crochet hooks or yarn, remember to check out these 2 articles:

If you are struggling with counting your stitches when you are crocheting, then this guide will help you! Just to start off, let us review some basic foundational skills like how to count stitches when crocheting. Then we will move onto how using crochet stitch markers can help you keep count of your crochet project, and in particular for amigurumi!

The only other thing you need apart from the yarn to actually get started on your amigurumi project! If all else is not available, you could really get by with just your hook and yarn. So because this is so important, remember to select one that you really like and if the quality is good, it can last you a lifetime!

Before deciding on the best yarn for your next amigurumi, there are a couple of considerations to think about before you go hunting for the best buys. If you are a crocheter, you could be in any part of the world with any number of different types of yarn. Universally though, it would be really useful to think through this 12-point checklist of what you want to achieve at the end of your project, irregardless of your yarn sources!

Have you always wanted to organize your thoughts about your crochet projects? Being a creative person can sometimes mean your head is a mess of ideas, epiphanies, colours and inspiration! This is also possibly another reason why you are constantly stuck in between WIPs (or works-in-progress), because you are unable to gather your thoughts together.

Looking for quick free christmas crochet patterns for gifting? Here is a free Christmas Amigurumi Crochet Pattern for beginners - Ruby the Ice Cream Snowman! This little guy works up really quickly, easily within 1-2 hours. If you love snowmans and also love ice creams, then you will love this snowman ice cream.

Hobbies are a great way to get gifting ideas for family and friends during the festive season. If you are gifting to a crocheter or you are a crocheter yourself and perhaps want to pamper yourself, consider these 30 ideas all under $50!

Before looking at the gift guide, here are some questions you should consider thinking about before deciding on what to gift.

Thinking about how to crochet a hedgehog pattern? Here is a free easy crochet hedgehog pattern below, broken up into individual sections to make it easier to follow along.

We will be going through how to crochet the head, body, limbs, snout and face together with their assembly.

Crocheting doll clothes can be a way to personalize or customize your amigurumi doll. There are many different types of clothes that you can crochet including swimsuits, dresses, t-shirts, pants, jackets or coats, jumpsuits, overalls and hoods.

A special Hidden Treasures Blog Hop with 12 beautiful patterns and hidden surprises from the crochet designers. Interesting huh? Read on to find out more of how it works! Also, remember to scroll right to the bottom of this post to access the first hidden treasure!

If you have been wondering what tools do you need for crocheting or what do you need for beginner crochet, then I have some suggestions here for you. In particular, if you also would like to know what supplies you need for amigurumi, then this list would be useful for you.  

If you love crocheting doll amigurumi, then you probably want to mix things up like changing the crochet doll hair. There are lots of different ways to change this - long hair, short hair, fringes, facial hair, tied up hairstyles and many more examples! So let's get to it and brainstorm some new ideas...

The easiest way to start crocheting a doll would be to crochet the parts separately and assemble them. Try out these faster methods by using seamless and surface crocheting.

Whether you are a crocheter just starting out with amigurumi or a seasoned amigurumi crocheter, you must be wondering how to make my amigurumi neater or how can I make my amigurumi better? Or on the flip side, perhaps you wonder why is my amigurumi uneven? 

Amigurumi or crocheted toys is a slightly different artwork from other types of crochet. Mostly because it involves 3D rather than 2D projects, which means that the crocheting techniques often involve rounds rather than rows.