The art of crocheting is a craft that uses yarn or thread to create many things including scarves, afghans, or sweaters. Similar to knitting, crocheting is a hobby popular for being quick to learn and easy to do. The crochet fabric starts with loops called chains. The basic stitches are Single Crochet, Double crochet, half double crochet and treble crochet. There are many videos on you tube to teach all these stitches. This page is a collection of the best video introductions to crocheting currently online.

• Crochet Hooks: Check on the label of the yarn to know what size hook is needed. The size of the hook determines the gage of your crocheting.

• Yarn: The pattern will say what kind of yarn needed for the project.

• Scissors

• Tapestry needle: The eye of the needle should be large enough to thread the yarn.

• The Pencil Grip

• One common way to hold the hook

• Put the hook in your dominant hand

• Hold the hook like you would a pencil

• Treat the hooked end like the writing end of a pencil

• The Overhand Grip

• The other common way to hold the hook

• Put the hook in your dominant hand

• Hold it parallel to the ground

• Lay your four fingers (no thumb) lightly over the top of the hook

• Use your thumb on the bottom for balance

1. Hold the yarn with your less-dominant hand

2. Start at the bottom of the yarn and wrap it around your pinky finger.

3. Pass the yarn over the palm of your hand and through your ring and middle fingers.

4. Lay the yarn over your index finger

5. Guide the yarn with your index finger as you use it