Crochet for Beginners: Step-By-Step Instructions and Patterns

by Publications International Ltd

Overview

Get hooked on crochet with this complete guide for beginners. First, discover all the supplies and materials you'll need to start crocheting. Then, learn basic crochet stitches and techniques with step-by-step instructions and accompanying photographs. Next, find out how to read a crochet pattern. Finally, discover 27 simple crochet patterns, including blankets, scarves, mittens, a bunny, a pet bed, a bag, a shawl, a baby bib, and more!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781645586937
Publisher:	Publications International, Ltd.
Publication date:	07/16/2021
Pages:	128
Product dimensions:	8.63(w) x 10.88(h) x 0.69(d)

Table of Contents

Supplies

What You'll Need 5

All About Yarn 6

Yarn Weight Guidelines 7

The Basics

Molding the Hook 9

Molding the Yarn 9

Making a Slip Knot 10

Chain Stitch 11

Foundation Chain 11

Yarn Over 11

Counting Chains 12

Turning Chains 12

Tension 13

Slip Stitch 13

Single Crochet 14

Half Double Crochet 16

Double Crochet 18

Treble Crochet 20

Decreasing Stitches 22

Increasing Stitches 23

Front & Back Loops 24

Working into Spaces 25

Working in Rounds 26

Chain Stitch Ring 26

Magic Circle 27

Starting a Round 29

Joining in New Yarn 30

Fastening Off 31

Weaving in the Tail 31

Stitch Variations

Basketweave 33

Popcorns 36

V-Stitch 38

Shell Stitch 40

Bobbies 42

Clusters 44

Finishing Techniques

Shell Stitch Edge 47

Picot Stitch Edge 48

Crab Stitch Edge 49

Blanket Stitch Edge 50

Single Crochet Join 51

Slip Stitch Join 52

Backstitch Join 53

Pattern Basics

Abbreviations & Symbols 55

Gauge 56

Crochet Patterns

Triangle Shawl with Tassels 58

Hexagon Baby Blanket 64

Hat with Pom-Pom 68

Chunky Mittens 72

Plush Bunny 76

Infinity Scarf 81

Ridged Baby Bib 82

Crochet Fox 85

Lacy Scarf 90

Removable Pillow Cover 92

Mandala Wall Hanging 95

Chunky Throw Blanket 98

Ear Warmer 99

Pet Bed 100

Granny Bag 102

Potholder 105

Striped Baby Blanket 106

Flower Bookmark 109

Coasters 110

Crochet Shrug 112

Round Basket 114

Donut with Sprinkles 116

Baby Booties 118

Catnip Fish Toy 120

Bear Diaper Cover & Hat 122

Cactus 126