So, youve always wanted to learn how to crochet, but you just arent sure how to go about it? Besides, all of your family members are knitters and say they couldnt figure out how to crochet. Does that mean that it is too hard to learn to crochet? Actually, many people who knit arent able to crochet easily, but if you dont already knit it is quite easy to learn. Take a look at a few of these crocheting tips and you will soon be chain stitching with the best of them.
The first thing you should do when you are trying to learn to crochet is to use the right tools. Dont worry about finding a tiny crochet hook and crochet thread. Instead, look for the largest crochet hook you can find and a smooth cotton yarn. This way, you can see what you are doing as you try to learn the steps. Once you learn how to crochet, you can easily move to real crochet thread and a small hook, since you will simply be following the same steps on a smaller scale.
Next, dont be afraid to use a whole skein of yarn to practice the basic chain stitch, the single crochet stitch, and the double crochet stitch. After all, you can only crochet beautiful things if you know these stitches. Besides, you...