Download Article Download Article When you are first getting started with crochet, figuring out the proper way to hold the yarn can be a little confusing, but it doesn’t have to be! There is a simple way to hold the yarn that will provide plenty of control while you are crocheting. Try the basic yarn hold first, and then personalize your hold using what feels most comfortable to you.
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Advertisement ReferencesAbout This ArticleArticle SummaryX Figuring out how to hold your yarn for crochet can be a bit confusing at first, but you'll get the hang of it quickly. Start by holding the crochet hook in your dominant hand and using your non-dominant hand to hold the yarn. Flatten your palm and straighten your fingers, allowing them to spread out slightly so you can easily feed the yarn in between them. Thread the yarn between your pinkie and ring finger or between your ring finger and middle finger, depending on which one is more comfortable. Bring the yarn across the top of your hand so there are at least 6 inches of yarn extending past the edge of your index finger. To learn how to personalize your yarn hold, keep reading! Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 53,736 times. Reader Success Stories
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