Here’s our beginner’s guide to crochet - you'll be hooked!

Crochet is simple to learn and can be used to create an interesting range of household soft furnishings such as cushion covers and throws as well as a great variety of clothing and fashion accessories from hats and bags to scarves. It is quick to work up and finished effects can range from dense fabric textures to delicate lacy ones. Crochet can also be used to join seams in knitting and to create edgings for sleeves and necklines.

Yarns and threads
The type of yarn should be selected to suit the individual project, taking the composition and thickness into account. Finest crochet threads give a lacy finish and can be used for edgings and even Christmas decorations. Double-knitting (DK) or 4-ply give a thicker, more solid finish and are used for items of clothing.

Crochet hooks
The size of crochet hook is determined by the yarn used and the project being made. The larger the hook and the thicker the yarn, the quicker your work will grow. If you are following a pattern, the recommended size hook is given.

To start to crochet you need to create a loop on the hook. Form the yarn into a loop, positioning the ball end of the yarn behind the loop (fig 1). Holding the hook like a pencil, insert it through the centre of the loop and catch the yarn strand behind the loop with a crochet hook (fig 2). Draw the yarn through the loop to create a loop around the hook (fig 3). Pull the tail end of the yarn in the opposite direction to tighten the new loop around the hook (fig 4).

Foundation chain
To cast on in crochet you will need to make a foundation chain. Catch the tail end of the yarn between your thumb and forefinger and hold it firmly (fig 5). Catch the ball end of the yarn with the hook, by passing the hook over and under the yarn in a twisting motion as shown by the arrow (fig 6). Draw the yarn now wrapped around the hook through the loop on the hook to make a chain. Hold the end of the chain with your other hand to create sufficient tension until the chain reaches your required length

Basic stitches - Slip stitch
Slip stitch is the easiest stitch and is usually used as an edging or joining stitch. To work a slip stitch on a foundation chain, insert the hook into the second chain from the hook, catch the yarn with the hook and draw it through the chain and the loop on the hook to complete the stitch (fig 7). 

Working basic stitches in rows
When you turn your crochet work at the end of a row, in order to start the next row you will need to add a specific number of chain stitches, called turning chains, to bring the work into the right position to create stitches for the next row. The list below gives the number of turning chains required for the various basic crochet stitches:
Turning chains:
Slip stitch - 1ch
Double crochet - 1ch
Treble - 3ch

Double crochet
This is a dense stitch, the most common stitch and is sometimes known as plain stitch. It's ideal for mats, bags and containers. Insert the hook through the second chain from the hook and catch the yarn with the hook (fig 8). Draw the hook through the chain so that there now two loops on the hook (fig 9). Wrap the yarn around the hook and draw it through the two loops on the hook (one loop remains on the hook). Work double crochet in each chain in the same way (fig 10). On the following rows, work the one turning chain then work one double crochet in each stitch of the previous row.

Treble crochet
Often used for lacy, or household items. Insert the hook through the fourth chain from the hook. Yrh (yarn round hook) and draw the yarn through the chain (fig 11). Yrh and draw the yarn through the first two loops on the hook (fig 12). Yrh and draw the yarn through the two remaining loops on the hook (fig 13). One loop remains on the hook. Work a treble in each chain in the same way.

 Fastening off
When your work is complete, cut the thread about 7cm from the work. Pass the loose end through the one remaining loop on the hook and pull tightly. Darn the loose ends into the wrong side of the work using a blunt-ended needle.

Crochet abbreviations
The following are popular abbreviations found in crochet patterns:
ch - chain
dc - double crochet
ss - slip stitch
tr - treble
ch sp - chain space
lp(s) - loops
t-ch - turning chain
WS - wrong side
yrh - yarn round hook 

Tip for trying a new Crochet Stitch, Pattern or Technique

We all know that crochet can be frustrating at times when trying a new stitch, pattern or technique. What has worked for me in the past is to stop for a few hours or even a few days.  Most likely it will make more sense at a later time.
I am providing two playlists, the right and left hand version, that will provide the beginner crochet stitches.
Right Hand Crochet Stitch Video Playlist



Left Hand Crochet Stitch Video Playlist

Foundation Crochet Chain - Crochet Tip 20

When you create an Afghan, you can find that it is difficult to obtain the string of the same size as stitches in his Afghan points. You get an Afghan which is closer at the lower and wider as you progress. You can find ripping and reboot several times to get right. The chain can distort their Afghan him pulling to much or realization of the Foundation in loose chain.
  Measure to move with his work, it is possible that you crochet more or stricter than the actual string.You can solve this, making the network more lax or use a crochet hook size greater than the size you want to use with your project principal.Other solution is to use the Foundation crochet stitches are also known as chainless crocheted.

Swirl Afghan hook

Afghan crochet spiral
Skill - Easy
Abbreviations
CH - string
SL ST - Slip Stitch
EA - each
ST - Stitch
DC - double crochet


Gauge
4 inches - 10 CM = 7 rows
4 inches - 10 CM = 11 chips
Materials
Size crochet hook K/6.5 mm
4 Tapestry needle ply yarn

Join the 4 string. You can also use the magic circle to start.
Round 1:CH 1, that there will be as a stitch, just step up.Work * 3 DC, 2 channel, completed a total of 5 times *, join up with the top mesh.
Round 2:Slip Stitch next mesh.1 CH, work on a domain controller in the same stitch and 1 DC in the next stitch, work 3 DC in the mesh of Skip next 1 space, 2 channel, channel 2, * work 1 DC in the continuation of 2 points of suture ea.Work 3 DC in the next space channel 2, CH 2, continue around *.When you get started, join the first mesh.
Round 3:Slip Stitch next mesh.CH 1, work on a domain controller in the same stitch, work 1 DC in the next 3 ea stitches, work 3 DC in the next 2 CH, 3 CH, in the same space as the last DC, CH 3, 1 skip stitch, SC space * work 1 DC in the following four ea stitches.Work 3 DC in the next 2 CH, 3 CH, SC in the same space as the last domain controller in domain, CH 3, continue space around *.When you get started, join the first mesh.
Round 4:Slip Stitch next mesh.CH 1, work on a domain controller in the same stitch, work 1 DC in the continuation of 5 points suture ea, work 3 DC in the next 2 CH, 3 CH, SC on the mesh to skip 1 space, 3 CH, CH 3, space * work 1 DC in the following 6 points of suture ea.Work 3 DC in the next 2 CH, CH 3 space, SC in the next 3 CH, 3 CH, continue around *.Cuando space you get started, join the first mesh.
Round 5:Slip Stitch mesh siguiente.CH 1, work on a domain controller in the same stitch, work 1 DC in the continuation of 7 points suture ea, work 3 DC in the next 2 CH, 3 CH, SC on the mesh to skip 1 space, 3 CH, CH 3, space * work 1 DC in the continuation of 8 points of sutura.Trabajo ea 3 DC in the next 2 CH, 3 CH, SC in the next 3 CH, 3 CH, continue around *.Cuando space space you get started, join the first mesh.
Round 6:Slip Stitch mesh siguiente.CH 1, work on a domain controller in the same stitch, work 1 DC in the continuation of 9 points suture ea, work 3 DC in the next 2 CH, 3 CH, SC on the mesh to skip 1 space, 3 CH, CH 3, space * work 1 DC in the ten points of sutura.Trabajo ea 3 DC in the next 2 CH, 3 CH, SC in the next 3 CH, 3 CH, continue around *.Cuando space space you get started, join the first mesh.
Round 7:Slip Stitch mesh siguiente.CH 1, work on a domain controller in the same stitch, work 1 DC in the continuation of 11 points suture ea, work 3 DC in the next 2 CH, 3 CH, SC on the mesh to skip 1 space, 3 CH, CH 3, space * work 1 DC in next 12 ea sutura.Trabajo points 3 DC in the next 2 CH, 3 CH, SC in the next 3 CH, 3 CH, continue around *.Cuando space space you get started, join the first mesh.
 
Round 8:Slip Stitch mesh siguiente.CH 1, work on a domain controller in the same stitch, work 1 DC in the continuation of 13 points of suture ea, work 3 DC in the next 2 CH, 3 CH, SC on the mesh to skip 1 space, 3 CH, CH 3, space * work 1 DC in ea for the next 14 points of sutura.Trabajo 3 DC in the next 2 CH, 3 CH, SC in the next 3 CH, 3 CH, continue around *.Cuando space space you get started, join the first mesh.
Afghan you continue until you get the size you want.

How to crochet earrings - Emma

Skill - Easy
Abbreviations
DC - double crochet
CH - string
SL ST - Slip Stitch


Size: 4 cm/1-1/2 inches
Materials
Crochet size 8 steel hook
Cotton crochet size 10
Needle-small
Conclusions of the slope



Attach a slipknot for crochet hook.
A string of 10, work together.

Round 1:String 1, right to work 16 SC on the cadena.Unirse meshed start Center.


Round 2: 4 (counts as the first stitch and 1 string), string * in the next stitch work a DC, 1 CH, continue around *.Cuando you get up early, meshes slip on the third string to join. (there will be a total of 16 points with 1 string suture between.)


Round 3:SLIP Stitch in the first 1 espacio.* work a 4, a sl st string string the next SP on ch 1.continue around *, there will be a total of 16 string 4 loops.

Attach the slope find any of the last string 4.será loops 2 string, removing the loop hook, pull loop through and continue the loop 2 remaining.

Simple steps how Virkkaa scarf

Crocheting scarf is a simple project and anyone who has Mastered basic Virkkaa loop can be achieved. Article provides some simple guidance on how to Crochet scarf.

The necessary raw materials needed for crocheting scarf. the main issues are:
o scissors
o Size H hook
o All the weight of the yarn worsted

Pääasejärjestelmä Crochet scarf.Before you begin to Crochet scarf, must decide that the scarf dimensions and is calculated accordingly loop and the number of rows as a general rule, laminated scarves vary in length from 55 to 100 inches.

Simple steps how to Crochet scarf Virkkaa scarf. simple, do the following:
o Allow the Foundation chain. you can first make a chain of 15 Crochet stitches.
o For Virkkaa row 1, follow these steps:

Be kept as one of the second chain hook Virkkaa, only one loop. you can use the remaining loop add fringe when you end the scarf crocheting.

14 One crochets should have, when you finish the line.

Chains of one stitch at the end of the line.

Delete job and start of the second row.
o For the line, follow these steps:

Set individual Virkkaa both stitch loops. 14 One crochets should have, when you finish the line.

Repeat row 2 until the desired length of the laminated scarf.

When you reach the last row, not chains at the end of one line, as is the case with the other rows.

To complete the use of laminated scarf by cutting wire and obtained its ends.

Simple steps how Virkkaa Loop scarf. loop scarf follow these steps:
o Virkkaa Foundation with the necessary number of chain stitches.
o This pattern persists Virkkaa scarf "on the right side of the line" is "on the left side of the line" on the left and the right half of the screen.
o when working with the lines on the right side, follow these steps:

Add Virkkaa with hook in accordance with the two loops and bring them together form a new loop.

Enter now hook release loop and your left hand, make this loop long.

Do one Virkkaa back loop.
o when working with the left of each row, the only difference is the last step. for the purposes of this you must take one of the previous row Virkkaa in accordance with the authorisation of each single stitch two loops.
o repeat these two rows until the desired length for laminated scarf.
o Complete crocheting yarn is produced by the use, in accordance with the scarf.

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Granny Square Virkkaa-How to Virkkaa Basic Square

There are several ways to Crochet Granny square. Some of the patterns in the middle of the stitch starts and Crochet around the circular motion in the piece. And other uses have knitted back and forth continuous horizontal motion. Back and forth pattern is the most basic stitch and easiest to learn.

When Crochet square basic Jaakko learning, try to use the weight of the yarn in front of the 4 worsted and any character does.

It is also a good idea to use Virkkaa with hook sizes g and h in the same square Virkkaa Jaakko learning.

With hook (and yarn) depending on the size of the guidelines should provide for the laminated Jaakko square about 8 inches.

You can make a square of the basic regulation.

First, make sure the chain 26 LOOSELY.

Row 1: When you have made your own chain, skip the individual Virkkaa (sc) and the first chain to the next in the chain.
To do this, all in different ways until you reach the end of the Commitments for a total of 25, the first line of one crochets. is complete.This shall be deemed to be your work in the first row in front of the piece.

Line 2: create a single chain then your own piece of flip.One of the Top of each stitch Virkkaa now just across.Again you can have 25 one crochets just across.
Two lines are considered to be on the back of your work.

(Always, when you are finished using the line this pattern you will make one chain before you delete it, since it retains its own piece, direct and square.)

Row 3: make one chain, on the other hand, and one each stitch Virkkaa. Total one Virkkaa loop made on 25 sc.

Repeat row 3 Granny square measures only about 7 cm, and you are on the right side of the face. you have stopped at an angle, make sure the chain and one Virkkaa three times in the corner, this creates its own corner.. Now do the whole one 23 crochets pattern until you reach the next corner. When you have the next corner, single again, Virkkaa, three times, that corner. Make this technology just around you piece, until you reach the beginning of the click. If you want to exclude and the end of your piece.

Many times when crocheting around the edge of the Granny square you will find that even if the top and bottom work can have the exact amount of loop (this pattern 25), pages not equal to what is the top and bottom. When this occurs, you can add one crochets stitch, or decrease the stitch only, remember to make in order to keep copy of its shape.

There are so many different technologies Granny square Virkkaa, this is the most basic Granny square. in this way you can be using it a bit Keittokirjan two pieces of wire instead of, or make your edge in a different color than the rest of the piece, or you can configure each line a different color. options are in your selection.

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