Crochet Beginner Video Tutorial
Nichole Wernett
Yarn comes in many different weights: from super-fine baby-weight yarn all the way up to bulky-weight wool. Different patterns will recommend various types of yarns. But for beginners, I recommend using medium-weight (number four) acrylic, wool, or cotton yarn. You can buy this type of yarn online, or at any craft store!
Crochet hooks come in a range of sizes, shapes, and materials. The most important thing to remember is to match the size of the hook to the weight of the yarn. Use larger crochet hooks with thicker yarns and smaller crochet hooks with thinner yarns.
Note: This guide uses U.S. terms for crochet stitches and demonstrates right-handed instructions. Check out this handy crochet terms conversion guide to learn the difference between British and American crochet terms.
The first step is to learn how to hold the yarn and the crochet hook in a way that feels comfortable for you. Most people hold the hook in their dominant hand and the yarn in their non-dominant hand.
The half-double crochet stitch is similar to the single crochet stitch, with one extra yarn-over at the beginning. That extra yarn-over makes half-double crochet taller than the single crochet, yet shorter than the double crochet stitch.
A double crochet is taller than both a single crochet and a half-double stitch, but shorter than a treble crochet stitch. Double crochet fabric is a little more open and flexible than fabric made from plain single crochet.
With an extra yarn over, a treble stitch is even taller than a double crochet stitch. Once you learn the basic technique, you can add even more yarn-overs to make double-treble and triple-treble stitches.
Slip stitch is a very useful and versatile technique. You can use slip stitches to move the yarn across a row of stitches without adding much height. You can also use slip stitch to join a round of crochet into a circle, connecting the last stitch of the round to the first stitch of that same round. Lastly, you can use surface slip stitch to decorate the surface of crochet fabric.
Another way to change the loop of basic crochet stitches is to insert the hook in different loops. Crocheting in the front loops or back loops only can create a ribbed texture and add a decorative element to your work.
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Beautifully clear instructions. I thought I'd read through them all to re-acquaint myself (I only seem to crochet in winter) and I was delighted that you make them so clear and easy to follow. Thank you!
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We here at Easy Crochet frequently get this question: How do I learn how to crochet as a beginner? If learning to crochet is at the top of your list, then this easy to understand crochet beginner step-by-step guide will help.
If you have ever wondered, can I teach myself to crochet, then this tutorial is for you! The step-by-step beginner tutorial below will teach you even as an absolute beginner, how to make a single crochet row.
You could also purchase our crochet cheat sheet guide, which includes a beginner printable crochet stitch guide. Plus, nine (now 11) pages of other helpful resources for how to learn crocheting skills and techniques.
A crochet hook is a handheld tool used to form crochet stitches. The different parts of a crochet hook are listed in this image and include the point, throat, grip, shaft, and handle.
The rule of thumb is to hold your crochet hook with your dominant hand and the working yarn with the non-dominant hand. You can find videos on YouTube that will help go through this process step by step.
The weight of the yarn will also determine what size crochet hook you will use, too! To make it easy, most yarn companies include all this information on the yarn label of each skein of yarn. So if you are ever unsure what weight of yarn you have or what hook you need to use, just check the label.
Learn more about each beginner-friendly simple crochet stitch below with our easy instructions. Once you get the hang of these common crochet stitches, then you can move on to more advanced stitches in your crochet projects.
A chain stitch, is a simple crochet stitch that often forms the foundation of what crochet stitches are worked into during most crochet projects. View our video tutorial on chain stitches. You will hear this first row sometimes called the foundation chain, which is just a series of chain stitches worked one after another. There is a front loop and back loop of every chain (or stitch) that resembles a V.
Turning Chains: A turning chain is the chain made at the start of a row (or end of the row) with your hook to bring the yarn up to the height of the next row. The turning chain number will depend on what crochet stitch you are using.
Single crochet stitches are one of the first beginner crochet projects you make! This first project usually consists of rows and rows of single crochet stitches to make a scarf, washcloth, or even a blanket if you are feeling adventurous.
One of the first things you need to do once you get all the tools of the trade, is to understand how crochet patterns are written, and how you must read them. Most crochet patterns feature an extensive use of abbreviations, and all have a common outline.
Crochet patterns can be written in either American Crochet terms or UK crochet terms. The stitches and techniques below will be shown in American Crochet Terms (or US Standard terms). In the skills to know section, there is a better explanation of these terms.
Many crochet designers (including me on my crochet blog), publishers, and companies will use these standard US abbreviations (or American Crochet Terms) when referring to various crochet stitches and actions.
It is essential to understand what these abbreviations mean because most crochet patterns will only refer to stitches and actions in abbreviated form. You can take a look above at the crochet stitch section to see the abbreviations I used, or click the link above too to learn all about crochet stitch abbreviations.
The best way to keep track of crochet stitches and rows in crochet projects is by using a stitch marker or (sm) abbreviated. A stitch marker is a small tool that is used in crochet and knitting to help keep the place of a stitch while working up a design.
A beginner granny square is a great project for a newer crochet to make. It uses double crochet stitches in clusters to make the square. It also can use a magic circle aka magic ring to start the square, so it has a seamless circle to start the project with.
Yes, crochet can be relatively easy for kids to learn, and many children enjoy the craft. The simplicity of crochet lies in the fact that it uses only one tool (a crochet hook) and basic stitches like single crochet or double crochet. These stitches are easy to grasp, and kids can quickly see progress in their projects.
Take a look below to find free crochet patterns, guides for beginners, easy to follow tutorials and easy crochet stitches that are all perfect for new crocheters who want to learn even more!
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Catch the yarn in your left hand with the hook and pull it through the first loop. This will leave you again with two loops on your hook. Catch the yarn again with your hook and pull it through both loops. Repeat these steps until you get to the end of the chained row.
To crochet more rows, chain one stitch at the end of each of the end of your row and turn your crocheting over to start the next row.
Thank you so much for this clear tutorial! I haven't started yet, just reading several beginner guides to try and learn basic terms and techniques before I try. I've looked at other sites and none were as clear as this, there is no confusion here!!!
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The most difficult part of crochet is keeping edges straight. I'm a senior who is self taught as I'm a leftie. I knit normally because of 2 needles but with just 1 hook cannot master it right handed. Have a big problem with endings and beginnings of rows.
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I've been really into crochet stitches that look knit lately. (If you are too, you'll love this collection of 15 free crochet patterns that knit and this how to crochet the "knit stitch" video tutorial.)
In this beanie, we're using typical double crochet stitches. Instead of inserting the hook under both loops of each stitch though, we're just working under the "back" loop only (abbreviated "blo"). This creates the nice ribbed look that mimics knitting.
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