Beginner's crochet guide.

 What is Crochet?

Crochet is a handicraft which involves the use of a thread (yarn/wool) and a hook to create different pieces of art. Typically used to make sweaters, blankets, scarves and much more. This art has been around us for centuries. However, it wasn't practiced by young individuals in our country in early times but now, due to the influence of social media and western culture on Pinterest our young individuals have started showing interest in the CROCHETED items and can be seen creating their own little pieces.

Supplies:

To crochet there are just a few things you will be needing which are mentioned below:

• Crochet hook

• Yarn 

• Stitch markers

• Tapestry needle

Abbreviations:

As a beginner you need to know the basic abbreviations to read any pattern if you want to recreate any project.

Ch: chain

SC : single crochet

DC: double crochet 

Hdc: half double crochet

Trc: triple crochet 

Dtr: double triple crochet 

Mr: magic ring

Slst: slip stitch 

Today , we will practice some simple stitches which will include a single crochet, half double crochet and a double crochet.

Single crochet:

Let's start with a single crochet.

Step 1: Take the yarn and start making a chain by twisting the yarn around the hook.

Step 2: Grab the yarn and pull through.

Repeat until you reach the desired length

Step 3: Insert the hook in the 2nd stitch from the hook and pull the yarn

Step 4: Now that you have 2 loops on the hook, yarn over and pull through the 2 loops on hook

Congrats! THIS IS YOUR FIRST SINGLE CROCHET.

Now, insert the hook in the next chain and repeat until you reach the end. Once you reach the end, turn your project and chain one. After that, single crochet in the first SC stitch that you have. Keep going until you reach the desired size of your project.

Where you can use this stitch?

You can create beautiful amigurmi projects using a single crochet. It is also very convenient to make. However, it is time consuming at the same time.

Half double crochet:

Now let's learn about a half double crochet.

Step 1: Chain as many as you want.

Step 2 : Yarn over and insert hook in the 2nd chain from the hook. 

Step 3: Yarn over and pull out the yarn , now you have 3 loops on the hook

Step 4: Yarn over and pull through all 3 loops on the hook.

Step 5: Yarn over and insert the hook in the next chain space and continue the previous steps until the end.

Congrats! You have successfully learned a half double crochet aswell.

Double crochet:

Now we will learn about the double crochet.

Step 1: Chain as many as you want

Step 2: Yarn over, insert hook into the second chain from hook.

Step 3: Yarn over and pull the yarn out. 

Step 4: Now you have 3 loops on the hook. Yarn over and pull through the first two of the loops. Yarn over and pull through the next two loops on the hook.

And voilaaa! You have successfully made a double crochet too. Keep practicing these as they will strengthen your base of green crocheting.

How to create a beautiful crochet piece?

To make any crochet creation beautiful there are a few steps which play a very important role in overall look of your project.

1. Make sure to use the right number of hook for the yarn. You can simply find it by looking at the label of yarn.

2. Use the same number of crochet hook throughout the project

3. Choose the right color combinations for your project. The colors play a great role in the beautification of the project. Good color combinations make the piece attractive.

4. Maintain the tension throughout the project.

5. Use stitch markers so you don't forget the stitches.

FAQs

What should I make as my first project?

As a beginner you should always start with a scarf or a blanket.

What makes the crochet projects neat?

Maintaining tension plays a big role in the neatness of your projects.

How much time is required to become a pro at crochetting?

"PRACTICE MAKES A MAN PERFECT".  You can only become a pro at crochetting if you don't give up, keep practicing and enjoy the process.

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