From hooks to stitch markers, this list covers the crochet basics every maker should keep in their bag
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What’s in my bag
What’s in my bag
Everything I keep in my crochet bag for stress-free stitching—my go-to tools, yarn, and little essentials I never craft without.
My favorite hooks! They have a little more of a point that makes it easy to get In between the stitches!
Susan Bates Crochet Hooks - Knitting & Crochet
Don’t waste your money on the plastic ones. These are elite! They are sturdy and get the job done!
Tapestry Needle
I really do love this yarn! It’s great for all experience levels and it’s affordable!
I Love This Yarn
I love this brand. It really does feel high quality and there are different sizes and softness for whatever your project needs.
Bernat: All Yarns
Having these little scissors is amazing! You always need to cut some yarn.
Embroidery Scissors
It’s important to make sure your projects are the right size if you are following a pattern.
Soft Tape Measure
This backpack is amazing! It holds all of my yarn for my current project(s). I love that it also has a pocket and slots for each of my hooks! And it has holes out the sides to pull yarn through so your yarn isn’t all over the ground!
Crochet Knitting Bag Backpack with USB Charging
I mark everything! I want to make sure I’m not adding a stitch or more rows than needed. I love that these clip shut so they don’t fall off and mess you up.
Stitch Markers
I find myself making pom poms all of the time. I make a ton of hats so keeping these on hand in my bag is really handy!
Michaels
These are so helpful, especially when doing a big project with lots of rows!
Crochet Counter
Sometimes I can’t keep track of stitches because there so many! Having this on hand is so nice!
Crochet Stitch Dictionary: 200 Essential Stitches
If you have a hard time with tension or hold your yard, you will want these! And they come in fun and cute styles!
Tension Rings
I’m always needing to take notes with my projects and write what I’m doing so I always have a notebook and pen in my bag!
Small Notebooks
I like keeping a little pencil case with me so I can throw in my scrapes of yarn so I’m not so messy! And the yarn scraps make for a great stuffing if you collect enough!
Small Pencil Case
You never know when you decide to make a quick project and need to add some fill! This is great for the little crochet animals!
Polyfill
Make sure you don’t forget the eyes for your animal project!
Premium Safety Eyes & Noses for Crochet Animals
Make sure you have something to hold your yarn so you aren’t throwing it all over the place!
