how do i learn to crochet?
October 23rd, 2009 | 
Author: i know how to knit a scarf but thats about it?
-i want to crochet beanies and bags, can i just knit four squares then tie them together and it will make a bag?
-also is crochet or knitting harder?
-and do i need a lisence of somesort to sell my crochet or scarfs on myspace?
The problem most beginners have with crochet and knitting is holding everything (hook/needles, yarn, and working piece) and keeping guage. So, don’t worry if you have problems with that at first. A bigger hook/needles makes it easier for any beginner to learn and practice either craft. You might need to change the way you wrap the yarn around your fingers.
I found that a tightly wound verigated yarn makes it a lot easier to find stitches, count stitches and not tear apart the fibers of the yarn.
I think whichever craft you learn second will be harder. I learned to crochet first so I think that knitting is harder.
I actually think that they are equally difficult and probably take the same amount of time and effort to master… and are both frustrating to a beginner. People are normally more patient with the first craft… when you go to learn the second, you are more likely to give up because you already know how to do it the other way. You don’t remember just how long it took you to get that other craft looking decent.
A great place to sell handmade items is www.etsy.com or even ebay!
Those places use paypal and are much more secure than making deals with random people on myspace, plus they show when something is sold out so people don’t keep asking for the same thing. You can always mention something about being able to make special orders/requests.
Yes you can just make four squares then sew them together to make a bag, you can even find patterns that tell you how to do that. This is a great way to use up practice swatches, so try to think about the size when making test pieces.
I personally like the following for free patterns
www.Lionbrand.com – offers crochet and knit patterns for free and also sell some
www.crochetpatterncentral.com – links to patterns that are on other websites, it even tells you if you will be opening up a pdf document and if you need to be a member of the linked website to view the pattern (memberships are usually free) = patterns are categorized, so you can get a page of just hat pattern links or just bag pattern links
try doing searches for what you want
"free crochet patterns"
"free crochet hat pattern"
"free crochet scarf pattern"
you can add any specifics that you want
Posted in How to Crochet
some craft stores have classes. Michaels used to offer them and sometimes people at church do things like that and for free. you could also ask around or put up flyers indicating you are looking for a crochet teacher
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Knitting takes less yarn but crochet is more portable(meaning you can take it with you ). Crochet is quite easy to earn. Ask at a local yarn shop for classes or find someone that knows how to crochet. Most crocheters I know would be glad to teach someone what they know.There are 4 basic crochet stitches–the beauty ofcrochetet is that you can make beautiful items with knowing just 2 or3 stitches. I don’t know anything about myspace so can’t help you with that part of your question.
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You can find great tutorials on you tube for crochet beginning and advanced. http://www.youtube.com/twj1963
Hats and bags are the easiest to make. You can make squares and just sew them together.
Knitting uses less yarn.
You do not need a license to sell you crafts on myspace. You should also check out etsy.com, also
These sites should also be helpful.
http://www.craftster.org
http://www.crochetpatterncentral.com
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if you want to learn new skills on knitting here is a free link to make beanies and bags. you can also make the bag in one piece.
http://www.knittingpatterncentral.com/directory/winter_wear.php press ctrl and f and type in hat
http://www.knittingpatterncentral.com/directory/bags_totes_purses.php press ctrl and f and type in bags or totes
or you can knit 4 squares and sew them together.
as for the crochet vs knitting and which is harder really depends on the person, but they are both portable. with knitting all you need to know is how to knit, purl, and the basic cast on and off. personally i think crochet is harder than knitting
if the patterns are your own then you don’t need license,that’s only if your selling your stuff in a large mass.
References :
Here some websites and books to help you:
Here some books available at any library or bookstore:
One Skein Knitting: 30 Quick Projects to Knit and Crochet
by Leigh Radford, John Mulligan (Photographer)
Crocheting School: A Complete Course
by Sterling Publishing Company, Fabbri Editori
Crocheting for Dummies
by Susan Brittain, Karen Manthey, Karen Manthey
200 Crochet Blocks for Blankets, Throws, and Afghans: Crochet Squares to Mix and Match
by Jan Eaton
The Crochet Stitch Bible
by Betty Barnden
The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Knitting and Crocheting Illustrated
by Barbara Breiter, Gail Diven
Donna Kooler’s Crocheted Afghans
by Donna Kooler
Herrschner’s Blue Ribbon Afghans
by Oxmoor House, Janica Lynn York
The Ultimate Sourcebook of Knitting and Crochet Stiches: Over 900 Great Stitches Detailed for Needle Crafters of Every Level
by Reader’s Digest Editors (Editor), Reader’s Digest Editors
100 Afghans to Knit and Crochet
by Jean Leinhauser, Rita Weiss
100 Crochet Projects
by Jean Leinhauser, Rita Weiss
Geometrics: A New Way to Crochet
by Ruthie Marks, Ruthie Marks (Editor)
Maran Illustrated Knitting and Crocheting
by maranGraphics Development Group, MaranGraphics Development Group Staff
Crocheting School: A Complete Course
by Sterling Publishing Company, Fabbri Editori
Dream Toys: A Collection of Knit and Crochet Fantastical Toys
by Claire Garland, John Garland (Photographer)
From Needles to Hook: Complete Guide to Converting Knit Patterns to Crochet
by Donna Scott
Cool Crochet
by Melissa Leapman, Joe VanDeHatert (Photographer)
Not Your Mama’s Crochet: The Cool and Creative Way to Join the Chain Gang
by Amy Swenson
Candy Blankies: Cuddly Crochet for Babies and Toddlers
by Candi Jensen
100 Crochet Projects
by Jean Leinhauser, Rita Weiss
Learning to Crochet
by BarCharts Inc (Manufactured by), Kaaren Ashley
The Easy Learn to Crochet in Just One Day
by Bobbie Matela
Crochet Your Way
by Gloria Tracy, Susan Levin, Susan Levin – a excellent book on the subject.
Learn to Crochet
by Sue Whiting
Learn to Crochet
by Sally Harding (Editor), John Heseltine (Photographer)
Basic Crocheting
by Sharon Hernes Hernes Silverman, Sharon Hermes Silverman, Annie Modesitt, Marjorie Leggitt (Illustrator), Marjorie Leggitt (Illustrator)
The Encyclopedia of Crochet Techniques: A Step-by-Step Visual Guide to Creating Unique Fashions and Accessories
Crochet Basics: All You Need to Know to Create Beautiful Crocheted Garments
by Jan Eaton
Knitter’s Lib: Learn to Knit, Crochet, and Free Yourself from Pattern Dependency
by Lena Maikon
The Crochet Answer Book: Solutions to Every Problem You’ll Ever Face: Answers to Every Question You’ll Ever Ask
by Edie Eckman
300 Crochet Stitches: Includes Basic Stitaches, Lace Patterns, Motifs, Filet, Clusters, Shells, Bobbles, Loops, Vol. 6
by Staff of Collins and Brown Limited
Lion Brand Yarn: Just Gifts: Favorite Patterns to Knit and Crochet
by Shannon Okey (Editor), Shannon Okey (Editor)
220 More Crochet Stitches, Vol. 7
by Collins & Brown Ltd (Manufactured by)
Maran Illustrated Knitting and Crocheting
by maranGraphics Development Group, MaranGraphics Development Group Staff
Crochet (Portable Crafter Series)
by Carolyn Christmas
For websites:
http://hubpages.com/hub/How-to-Crochet
http://sweaterbabe.com/ctips.htm
http://www.roxycraft.com/learntocrochet….
http://www.bellaonline.com/subjects/350….
http://members.aol.com/crochetwithdee/ty...
http://www.geocities.com/snowymts.geo/gr...
http://www.learn-crochet-now.com/catalog...
Due to yahoo ten website rule type the following in
http://www.geocities.com/snowymts.geo/cr...
http://www.//crochet.about.com
http://www.crochet.about.com/library/blbegin...
http://www.bernat.com/learntocrochet.php...
http://www.learntoknit.com/instructions_...
http://www.learntoknit.com/
http://www.crochetcabana.com/
http://www.crochet-made-easy.com/…...
http://www.freecraftunlimited.com/croche... – a good website
http://www.crochetpatterncentral.com/dir...
http://www.crochetdesigns.com/patterns/s...
http://www.freepatterns.com/list.html?ca...
http://www.bsu.edu/web/jmsutton2/cr/cr/p...
http://www.frugalhaus.com/scripts/freepa...
http://www.frugalhaus.com/scripts/defau...
http://www.allfreecrafts.com/charity-cra...
http://www.knitwhits.com/
http://www.interweave.com/knit/projects/...
http://www.lovinghugsfamily.com/patterns...
http://www.bernat.com/whatsnew.php...
http://www.hookmeupcrochet.com/create/pa...
http://www.home.swbell.net/amjack/
http://www.shadylane.com/
http://www.monstercrochet.com/patterns.h...
http://www.crochetkim.com/
http://www.angelfire.com/folk/celtwich/….
http://www.dovetaildesigns.com/...
http://www.home.att.net/~shannonms/pages/pat...
http://www.barbscraftbooks.tripod.com/barbsc...
http://www.freecrochetlibrary.org/...
http://www.smartcrochet.com/
http://www.marniemaclean.com/patterns/index….
http://www.marloscrochetcorner.com/produ...
http://www.cache.lionbrand.com/content-croch...
http://www.cm-crafts.co
References :
If you live in Phoenix I would be glad to show you the basics so you can get started. I have been doing it for 50 years email me at mrsapple1983@yahoo.com
References :
The problem most beginners have with crochet and knitting is holding everything (hook/needles, yarn, and working piece) and keeping guage. So, don’t worry if you have problems with that at first. A bigger hook/needles makes it easier for any beginner to learn and practice either craft. You might need to change the way you wrap the yarn around your fingers.
I found that a tightly wound verigated yarn makes it a lot easier to find stitches, count stitches and not tear apart the fibers of the yarn.
I think whichever craft you learn second will be harder. I learned to crochet first so I think that knitting is harder.
I actually think that they are equally difficult and probably take the same amount of time and effort to master… and are both frustrating to a beginner. People are normally more patient with the first craft… when you go to learn the second, you are more likely to give up because you already know how to do it the other way. You don’t remember just how long it took you to get that other craft looking decent.
A great place to sell handmade items is http://www.etsy.com or even ebay!
Those places use paypal and are much more secure than making deals with random people on myspace, plus they show when something is sold out so people don’t keep asking for the same thing. You can always mention something about being able to make special orders/requests.
Yes you can just make four squares then sew them together to make a bag, you can even find patterns that tell you how to do that. This is a great way to use up practice swatches, so try to think about the size when making test pieces.
I personally like the following for free patterns
http://www.Lionbrand.com – offers crochet and knit patterns for free and also sell some
http://www.crochetpatterncentral.com – links to patterns that are on other websites, it even tells you if you will be opening up a pdf document and if you need to be a member of the linked website to view the pattern (memberships are usually free) = patterns are categorized, so you can get a page of just hat pattern links or just bag pattern links
try doing searches for what you want
"free crochet patterns"
"free crochet hat pattern"
"free crochet scarf pattern"
you can add any specifics that you want
References :