Many crochet garments or afghans don't achieve the category of gorgeous because of lack of good color combinations. Learn how to make an attractive and clever use of color with these easy pointers I will give you.

Circular crochet hooks are used to create afghans, sweaters and other items through the Tunisian method of crocheting. Tunisian crochet (also known as the afghan stitch) differs from regular crochet in that it involves two separate passes to complete a row. Circular crochet hooks differ from a traditional Tunisian hook in that they are double-ended and connected by a cable. Circular hooks create a woven texture in the fabric. Once you learn the basics of how to use circular crochet hooks, you can incorporate them into large projects.

Crocheted gloves can be made thicker and warmer than most commercially knitted products, and an experienced crocheter can take on the project. You must be able to easily read a pattern and know how to work single crochet in rounds to make a pair of gloves. While working, remember that matching the gauge in a pattern is crucial for the finished glove to be the correct size. You can make fingerless or full finger gloves for children and adults. Once you've made your first pair of gloves you will be ready to adapt the pattern to your own style.

Crocheting a pair of baby shoes or booties is a sweet gift for a new mom, who is sure to keep them once the little one outgrows them. Several free patterns are available online. Some include a Mary Jane strap or tiny flowers for a girl. This free pattern is available from Lion Brand Yarn and assumes you know a few basic stitches. We've spelled out the instructions without abbreviations for an infant's size (a finished foot length of 3 3/4 inches) and offered a few other resources.

A popcorn stitch crocheted purse is not difficult to make. Whether giving it as a gift or making it for your own use, it will be a fun project.