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How to Crochet for Beginners

Learn how to crochet for beginners with expert advice on crochet stitches and crochet patterns, in this free craft video series.

Series Summary

Crochet, similar to knitting, consists of pulling loops of yarn through other loops of yarn in order to create fabric. The difference between crocheting and knitting however, is that in crochet only one loop is active at a time, and a crochet hook is used instead of knitting needles. Crocheting became popular in Europe in the early 1800's and has gone through several periods of popularity in the recent past, with a revival of handcrafts and do it yourself projects. There are a variety of crochet stitches and when combined with brightly colored or white yarn, a crochet fan can create a wide range of beautiful fabrics to decorate their home or give away as a unique gift. In this free video series, our expert will demonstrate how to crochet basic crochet stitches and patterns. This is a great video for beginners who want to learn how to crochet or get ideas for crochet projects. You will learn how to make a crochet chain stitch, a single crochet, a double crochet, and a double treble crochet. Our expert will also offer advice on different yarn to use for crochet, and crochet hooks to use for different projects. If you are interested in learning how to crochet, but don't know where to start, let our expert teach you all the basics of crochet.
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About the Presenter

Beth Essington