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Learn to Crochet: Your Crochet Basics Step by Step

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Do you want to learn how to crochet or look up a specific stitch? Here you will find my crochet basics: from the first loop on the hook to special techniques.

You don't have to know everything at once. Start with a small swatch and continue at your own pace. If you already crochet, you can directly select the topic you currently need.

Your introduction to crocheting

  1. Chain stitches and single crochet: starting loop, yarn holding, and the first rows.
  2. Get to know double crochet stitches: half double crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet.
  3. Crocheting in rounds: making a chain ring, finishing rounds, and changing colors.

If you already master the basics

With these two lessons you can deepen your knowledge:

  1. Standing stitches and invisible round closure: start new color rounds without a replacement chain and finish them almost invisibly.
  2. Chainless Crochet Foundation: crochet the first row of double crochet without a long chain.

What you need for practice

A smooth, clearly visible yarn (ideal is merecerized cotton, sport/fine) and a matching crochet hook are enough for the first exercises. You can find the recommended hook size on the yarn label. Also have a pair of scissors and a yarn needle ready. In the beginning, it's not about perfect results, but about getting to know the movements and stitches.

From exercises to favorite projects

When chain stitches, single crochet, double crochet, and crocheting in rounds are already working well, you can try out a first project.

My Granny Square Christmas Trees with Star are a small Christmas project. The pattern requires chain stitches, single crochet, and double crochet.

The Granny Square Pouch is a year-round idea for little treasures and gifts. For this you need chain stitches, single crochet, as well as half and full double crochet. You can add a fabric lining if desired.

Always check before starting which skills and materials the respective pattern requires. Take your time to practice and be happy about every little progress!