Welcome to Sofasaurus Crochet! I’m Sofia, and in this beginner-friendly tutorial I’ll guide you through joining a new yarn to your project – a technique that is absolutely vital when working with something that requires more than one ball or skein of yarn. Whether you’re an experienced crocheter looking to refine your technique, or still a beginner eager to dive into the next thing, this step-by-step guide was designed with you in mind. I’ll break down the process into simple, easy-to-follow steps to ensure that you gain the confidence to join any yarn to your project without a second thought. Grab your yarn and favorite crochet hook and we’ll get started! Don’t forget to subscribe for more crochet tips and tutorials. Happy Crocheting! If you’re interested in a printable, ad-free version of how to add a new yarn , you can check it out in the shop! Happy Crocheting!

First Time Crocheter? This is the recommended order for anyone learning how to crochet.

Please note

All instructions are in US terms. Please treat the techniques used in this post as recommendations – crochet is an art form and experimentation is the best way to figure out what works best for you! Also, I only recommend products and services that I would use myself and all opinions expressed in this post are my own.

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Materials

Yarn: Any medium or worsted-weight yarn
Hook: 5.5mm crochet hook

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Written Instructions

Everything you need to understand what, why, and how!

How do you add a new yarn?

Adding a new ball of yarn to your crochet project is a crucial skill for any crocheter. The easiest way is to simply knot two ends together, but how do you make sure it doesn’t unravel over time?

3 Common Wats to Add a New Ball of Yarn

Work the new yarn into the last stitch: this method is also used when working with different colors.
Magic Knot: with this method there are no visible bumps or tails although the knot is secure
Russian Join: with this method there are also no visible bumps or seams as two strands of yarn are combined using their plies (or individual threads)

Tips + Tricks

If you’re unsure of what method to use, check out the videos below to help you decide
When weaving in your ends, be sure to hide the yarn within the stitches and travel around “corners” instead of in a straight line
Use a yarn or darning needle instead of a crochet hook

Photo Tutorial

Are you more of a visual person but don’t have the patience to watch a video right now? Take a look at this photo tutorial and don’t forget to save it for later!

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Crochet Chart Symbols

Crochet Charts are a great way to avoid common language barriers and clarify difficult crochet patterns. These symbols are used to help you visualize where stitches go and how they align with one another. Don’t forget to add this image to your crochet toolbox!