Where do I start? I want to learn to crochet…?
September 20th, 2009 | 
Author: I need to know everything I need to start teaching myself how to crochet. My goal is to make my little girl some stuff. I just need to know where to begin and the tools I need! Thanks!
If you want written instructions, the best ones I have found are at the Lion Brand site: http://learntocrochet.lionbrand.com/
YouTube has a number of videos demonstrating crochet techniques. One series I like is produced by BethinTX: http://www.youtube.com/user/Bethintx1#play/uploads . She teaches "how to" by demonstrating how to make a granny square. You might be interested only in the first three lessons, which demonstrate chains, forming a ring, double crochet stitch, crocheting a round and joining at the end of the round, and crocheting a second round. All of those skills will be used in anything that is crocheted in rounds, including hats/beanies, flat motifs such as the granny square, and toys.
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You could try your local craft shop. There are many books available on the subject from your local bookshop and library. You will need some wool, a crochet needle and a pattern.
I recently learned how to crochet by finding some tutorials on YouTube now I cant stop crocheting. My fav thing at the minute is Baby Booty Hightops.
Hope this helps.
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buy snb, the happy hooker from chapters. it’s pretty good. i have it.
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I actually taught myself to crochet by using online tutorials, (I’m left-handed) and there are several good one around. To start with you just need a medium sized hook and some wool to practice with while you are learning.
I have found this to be a great resource for free patterns
http://www.crochetpatterncentral.com/index.php
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If you want written instructions, the best ones I have found are at the Lion Brand site: http://learntocrochet.lionbrand.com/
YouTube has a number of videos demonstrating crochet techniques. One series I like is produced by BethinTX: http://www.youtube.com/user/Bethintx1#play/uploads . She teaches "how to" by demonstrating how to make a granny square. You might be interested only in the first three lessons, which demonstrate chains, forming a ring, double crochet stitch, crocheting a round and joining at the end of the round, and crocheting a second round. All of those skills will be used in anything that is crocheted in rounds, including hats/beanies, flat motifs such as the granny square, and toys.
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i taught myself to crochet using the internet, at first i just couldnt get it and found that videos were the only thing that could help me clarify what I was supposed to do, youtube is great as is this website :
http://www.wonderhowto.com/how-to/video/how-to-crochet-a-chain-stitch-176505/
all you need is a crochet hook and yarn/ wool
hope this helps and good luck!
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