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Ronique

I am a crochet artist with years of experience in design, having authored 5 books and contributed to over 70 co-authored publications. In addition to my social media presence, I currently share my patterns on Etsy, Ravelry, and my own shop. My mission is to explore and create designs that are both joyful to crochet and a pleasure to use in daily life.▶Profile and Achievements

かぎ針編みの「わ」から始めるこま編み。編み目を確認しながら進める制作風景

Crochet Essentials: Mastering the Magic Ring for Single Crochet

2022/1/17    

This article provides a thorough explanation of how to crochet a circle. The "cast-on loop" technique is a very frequently used technique, and perhaps the most difficult to understand. Crocheting a circle almost always requires this technique. Here, we'll use the crochet pattern above to demonstrate how to crochet a circle (crochet in a circle) with plenty of images...

かぎ針編み くさり編み 編み図記号と動画解説

Chain (ch)

2026/1/3    

This video and still images explain how to crochet a chain. The cover of the video shows the crochet symbol (stitch symbol) for the chain. Here, we explain how to crochet a chain from the knitted fabric. For instructions on how to crochet a chain after casting on, please see the link "More detailed video instructions here." Video Instructions: https...

かぎ針編みの立ち上がりのくさりと編み地の構造。美しい編み目を作るための基礎知識

Crochet Essentials: Comparing Turning Chains for Single, Half-Double, and Double Crochet

2022/1/17    

In crochet, you start each row with a chain called a "start chain." The number of start chain stitches varies depending on the project, and the number of stitches is related to the height of the stitches. If you measure the basic height of crochet stitches by the number of chain stitches, then for single stitches it is the height of one chain stitch, for double crochet it is two chain stitches, and for double crochet it is two chain stitches.

かぎ針編みの編み地のそり返りを直すスチームアイロン。形を整える前の編み地と道具

Crochet Essentials: Fixing Curled and Twisted Fabric with Steam Blocking

2022/1/17    

Have you ever had your knitting get twisted and you wondered what to do? It's not explained in any books, and you might suspect that your knitting technique is wrong. Before you lose motivation and decide to give up on crocheting, please take a look at this page. Even when I first started crocheting, I also had problems with my knitting getting twisted...

かぎ針編みの編み終わりと糸処理の風景。編み地、仕上げを待つ毛糸の道具たち

The Ultimate Guide to Finishing Crochet: 3 Methods & Seamless Weaving in Ends

2022/1/17    

Since each row of crochet is a completed piece of knitting, finishing your crochet work is simple. After knitting the last stitch, you need to make sure the stitches don't unravel, then finish the yarn so that the ends are not visible. Here, we'll explain how to finish your crochet work and how to handle the yarn ends after that. Three ways to finish your crochet work...

かぎ針編み 編み図記号

Crochet Essentials: The Ultimate Symbol Index with Video Tutorials

2026/1/13    

This article introduces the stitch symbols (knitting chart symbols) that often appear in crochet patterns, which are useful for beginners to know. To help you not only memorize the shape of the symbol, but also master the stitching technique on the spot, we've provided links to individual stitch explanation pages with videos for each symbol. If you're unsure how to read a crochet pattern, you can always return to this page and use the "...".

かぎ針編みの心地よいリズムを生む、毛糸とかぎ針の持ち方。指先に馴染む持ち方を美しい手元の写真で解説。

Crochet Essentials: Mastering the Pen Grip for Your First Stitches

2022/1/17    

Here, we'll explain how to hold the yarn and crochet hook (pen grip/right-handed). When knitting, use this basic grip, with the yarn held between the pinky and ring fingers of your left hand and connected to the ball of yarn. At first, you may feel awkward with the amount of pressure you apply to the yarn and the way you pull it out, but as you continue knitting, you'll gradually get used to it and find your own strength...

上質なウール糸と木の温もりが美しいヤーンボウル。かぎ針編みの創造を止めることのない、愛すべき道具たちのポートレート。

Crochet Essentials: From Hooks to Yarn Winders, the Tools That Fuel Creativity

2022/1/17    

What tools do you need to start crocheting? We'll introduce some of them. Crocheting is a very easy craft, and the tools are compact! To put it bluntly, the bare minimum tools you need are a crochet hook and a darning needle. From there, we'll introduce the fan items you'll end up collecting as you get more and more enjoyable with crocheting.

往復編み、わ編み、そして緻密な作り目。美しい編み地の成り立ちを理解するための、かぎ針編みの構造的基礎知識。

Crochet Essentials: Understanding Fabric Structure and Fundamental Principles

2026/2/20    

There are many different types of crochet, but first, you might want to get a general overview! We've compiled some useful information for you to use in such situations. You can still crochet even if you don't know anything about crochet, but knowing about it will help you understand the genre of the project you're currently knitting and make things a little easier. Crochet Patterns Crochet Patterns...

本棚に並ぶたくさんの洋書。かぎ針編みの英文パターンを読み解き、海外のデザインを楽しむイメージ。

English Crochet Glossary: A Step-by-Step Guide to Translating Patterns

2025/4/26    

Speaking of crochet, in Japan, it's common to use a crochet pattern to explain how to crochet. While you can find crochet patterns in overseas recipes, it's also common to see patterns with instructions in English. Even though crocheting is a familiar craft, the sheer amount of English terminology can make it seem intimidating at first. However, when you see patterns in English overseas...