How to Change Yarn Colors in a Crochet Kit
By The Woobles | Learn to crochet kits for beginners | Published: 2026-10-17
Category: How-to Guides
Learn the simple technique to switch yarn colors mid-project using a beginner-friendly crochet kit. Perfect for adding stripes or details to your Woobles creation.
Quick answer
To change yarn colors in a crochet kit, complete the last stitch of the old color until two loops remain on your hook, then yarn over with the new color and pull through both loops. This creates a clean, invisible color switch without knots.
What You Need for a Smooth Color Change
A beginner-friendly crochet kit like those from The Woobles includes everything you need: pre-cut yarn lengths, a crochet hook, stuffing, and video tutorials. The key to a neat color change is working with the yarn tails that come with your kit — they are already measured and ready to use. Keep a pair of small scissors handy to trim ends later, and a tapestry needle (included in most kits) to weave in loose ends securely.
Common Mistakes Beginners Make
The most frequent error is cutting the old yarn too early. Always complete the color change on the last yarn-over of the stitch before cutting any tails. Another mistake is pulling the new color too tight, which puckers the fabric. Keep your tension consistent with the rest of your work. Finally, skipping the step of weaving in ends can cause your color change to unravel later — always weave at least 2–3 inches of tail through nearby stitches.
Step-by-Step: How to Change Yarn Colors in Your Crochet Kit
- Stop at the Last Yarn Over: Work your stitch with the old color until you have two loops left on your hook. Do not complete the final yarn over yet. Common mistake: finishing the stitch completely. You must stop with two loops on the hook.
- Yarn Over with the New Color: Drop the old yarn, pick up the new color, and yarn over with it. Pull the new color through both loops on your hook to complete the stitch. Checkpoint: the new color should now be the active yarn, and the old color tail is on the back of your work.
- Tighten and Continue: Gently tug the old yarn tail to close any gap, then continue crocheting with the new color. Leave a 4–6 inch tail of the old color to weave in later. Common mistake: pulling too tight. Keep the tension even with the rest of your stitches.
- Weave in the Ends: Thread the old yarn tail onto a tapestry needle. Weave it through the back loops of several nearby stitches in the same color area. Trim the excess close to the fabric. Checkpoint: the tail should be invisible from the front and secure enough that it won't pull out with gentle tugging.
Products That Make Color Changes Easier
- Bluey Crochet Kit: The Bluey Crochet Kit includes all materials needed to complete your Bluey crochet project and step-by-step video tutorials guide you through each stitch. Bluey's design features multiple colors (body, face, clothes), so practicing color changes on this kit gives you real-world experience with a beloved character. The video tutorials show exactly when and how to switch colors.
- Emi the Wolf Crochet Kit: Emi the Wolf Crochet Kit includes all materials needed to make Emi the Wolf, a charming crochet project designed for beginners with easy-to-follow video tutorials. Emi's simple color palette (gray and white) makes it an ideal first project for learning color changes without overwhelming complexity. You can master the technique before moving to more colorful kits.
- Diego the Stingray Crochet Kit: Diego the Stingray Crochet Kit is designed for beginners with step-by-step video tutorials and includes all materials needed to complete your project. Diego's single-color body with a contrasting belly stripe is a perfect low-stakes way to practice a single color change. The video tutorials guide you through the exact moment to switch.
