How To Crochet Faster
Fast Crochet Stitches For Blankets

Did you know there are fast crochet stitches? Wouldn't it be great to find out how to crochet faster so you could work up more projects in less time?

Have you ever worked on a crochet project that just took FOREVER to finish??!!

I know crochet is relaxing and all, but sometimes I just HAVE TO finish a crochet blanket real fast for a deadline...

I might want to gift it to someone on a certain day and I simply can't find the TIME to finish it early enough 🙁

Well, let me tell you! There's a little CROCHET HACK that'll save you that precious time of yours 🙂

I discovered it lately on YouTube and figured I'd share it with you cuz it's a real LIFE CHANGER for crocheters.

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Why Does Crochet Take So Long?

It's quite often I find myself in a situation where I'd like to crochet something for a friend and need to have it done pronto!

Some crochet project simply take an enormous amount of time to finish! Especially if I use finer yarns.

The size of the crochet hook can also affect how long it takes me to finish a project. If the hook size is quite small, it'll surely take me longer.

But using a hook that's too big will also not make me finish my project any faster! It's a bit counter intuitive, isn't it?

Don't get me wrong, I love crocheting with fine yarns, just not when I'm in a rush 🙂

The quality of the crochet hook is also a factor to consider because if my hook is flimsy and I keep worrying about it snapping, that won't give me the confidence to get into those stitches quickly.

The complexity level of a pattern naturally also influences the time it'll take me to finish a project. So when I'm in a rush, I look for patterns that use simple stitches, relatively bulky yarn, an appropriate crochet hook size, a pattern that appeals to me (not that I get bored half way through), and one that uses a technique that I either already know or can get a hang of quickly.

Never Work A Single Row Of Double Crochet Again!

If you're working on a large project like a blanket, afghan or ever a scarf that uses single or double crochet stitches, you don't have to work it in single rows!

There's a quick hack that when you get the hang of it, will save you tons of time.

You basically work two (or more) rows simultaneously and that way, your work gets finished much faster.

There are a couple of downsides to this method though, but nothing we can't fix easily...

Some people mentioned that the edges turn out a little squiggly and so the time saved working multiple rows at a time gets then used up having to make a border for the blanket instead.

Well, let me tell you, I've included a video tutorial here that shows you exactly how to avoid those squiggly edges and so this method of working two rows at the same time is a true life-changer.

To save you even more time, I've put together a handy guide you can use to filter out some of the best crochet YouTube video tutorials that'll teach you this crochet hack of working several rows of single or double crochet stitches at the same time.

You might find that this technique is similar in a way to Tunisian crochet, but you wouldn't need such a long hook for it to work.

The best way to learn a new stitch is to watch someone else do it slowly and clearly in front of you.

If you don't have someone to teach you in person, YouTube videos are the next best deal.

So what makes YouTube crochet tutorials so great? You can watch the videos, repeat them several times or even slow them down as you try out the stitches for yourself.

Many beginner crocheters get frustrated when trying to figure out new stitches. This is absolutely normal and it's important to understand that this happens to just about everyone. (If you're a beginner crocheter and want some tips on how to learn to crochet, check out this blog post here).

The only thing that will make you advance with your crocheting skills is to just keep trying, have patience and practice, practice, practice.

If you feel you're getting too frustrated, just put down your work and come back to it later when you feel like trying again.

Once you 'get it', it'll come naturally to you and you'll be well on your way to crocheting the most amazing projects for yourself or to give as gifts to your loved ones.

You'll find it so much fun and will enjoy it immensely!

Crochet 2 Rows of Double Crochet At The Same Time (Two Tiered Double Crochet Stitch)

If you're working on a large project that instructs many rows of double crochet, you'll find yourself moving along much faster if you use this two-tiered double crochet stitch.

Watch these videos below to find out how to do this.

Crochet Items You Can Crochet In Two-Tiered Double Crochet Stitches

Need some inspiration for beginner crochet projects in multiple tiers?

The Best YouTube Video Tutorials On How To Crochet Multiple Tiers of Crochet Stitches At The Same Time

To speed up your crocheting, keep your frustration level down to a minimum and to save you a ton of time searching and navigating through YouTube to find video tutorials that are clear enough, concise enough and go straight to the point without too much chatter, I've put together a list of the top tutorials that teach you how to crochet multiple tiers simultaneously.

If you have suggestions of great channels to add to the directory, then suggest them in the comments below.

Happy watching!