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Knitwear designer Karelle Levy demonstrates her easy, seamless technique for changing colors in crochet projects!
Karelle’s version of the “Messy Mom Bun Hat” is the “Easy Breezy Bun Beanie,” which is so-named for several reasons. It’s a very quick project, especially when you use a lightweight yarn with a chunky hook for a mesh-like texture.
Plus, it’s super cool and versatile, depending on your style and selection of materials. Consider the wonderful world of yarn weights and hook sizes to choose from.
Even better, it’s a great chance to practice seamlessly changing colors in crochet. For a more colorful hat, you could try adding a new color every one or two rounds.
To seamlessly change yarn colors:
Keeping a loop on your hook from Color A, also wrap Color B on the hook, leaving a few inches of a tail. Slip Color B through the loop of Color A, and continue the pattern with Color B.
Use the tails of both colors to tighten the stitch and keep the round even as you proceed with the new color.
What truly sets apart the professional-level crochet artist is how they finish a project. Weaving in ends neatly and thoughtfully is key. Use a yarn needle for the best possible results.
As is clear in Karelle’s example, you can change yarns that are completely different in weight and texture. Have fun experimenting with types of yarn you can combine.
Of course, you could always skip the work and just use your favorite variegated yarn.
With options of self-striping, short or long transition, using color-changing yarn will give you a more colorful piece but not necessarily with as clearly defined bands as if you changed colors manually.
How do you use a variety of colors in your crochet work? Share with us in the comments section!
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Blankets, scarfs, pot holders.
Thank you for this tutorial! Very helpful!
This was so informative..will certainly use.
Wonderful pattern looks quite easy to follow,love the colours so jolly
Very nice and butifull cap and dezin
Looks easier than it seems. Cute hat. I’m ready to try it out.
Thank you so much for how to change colors . I have crocheted for years (I`m 74) and finally found out how to change colors without being able to see it. Very easy and not noticeable.
i love this beanie,i’m going to make one for my grand daughter in her school colours.
I would like to see that àgain Didn’t see it good
Very interesting. I always just tied it off to the other color and continued. Thx for a different approach
Looks interesting
I appreciate this lesson on changing colors. It has always been a frustration for me. I’m definitely try again.
Really cute and looks easy to do. I would like to add colors versus already striped yarns for more experience. Love the hat.