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Crochet Fundamentals: Absolute Beginner Course

Beginner Crochet Basics

Learn crochet from the ground up with clear, guided lessons that build confidence and understanding from the start, at your own pace.

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How to Count Stitches and Rows in Crochet Course

Counting Stitches & Rows

A simple, visual explanation to help you confidently count stitches and rows so your projects turn out the way they’re supposed to.

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Yarn Guide: How to Choose the Best Yarn for Your Crochet or Knitting Project

Choosing the Right Yarn

A clear, beginner-friendly guide to understanding yarn weights, fibers, and labels—so you can choose yarn with confidence for any project.

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Beginner Resources

Everything you need to feel confident from the start. Click a category below to browse resources.

  • Crochet basics and beginner learning resources
  • Crochet guides and learning resources
  • Crochet practice exercises and skill tutorials

Crochet How To Guides

Step-by-step guides that teach you practical crochet skills, from measuring and sizing to finishing techniques.

Stitch Tutorials

Learn individual stitches and stitch patterns with clear, step-by-step guidance.

  • Want to Learn How to Crochet? Then Start Here With The Single Crochet!

    Want to Learn How to Crochet? Then Start Here With The Single Crochet!

    Hi folks! Today I want to show how to do the ever so easy single crochet stitch.   This is one of the most basic crochet stitches and it is a must know for every beginner!  This is, in part, because it is a foundational stitch.   The other reason is that, as I said, it’s super simple.  Thus, it is a great stitch for new crocheters to cut their teeth on. However,…

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  • How to Crochet a Foundation Chain

    How to Crochet a Foundation Chain

    Hello, crochet beginners! Today I want to teach you something vitally important to your crochet journey. It’s how to make a foundation chain, also known as making a chain stitch. This stitch is so important that it is literally the second thing you should learn in crochet after learning how to make a slip-knot. Don’t believe me? **This post may have affiliate links. See my full Disclosure Policy for details. Well, I can tell you that my…

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  • How to Crochet the Lacy Shell Stitch

    Brantley’s Lacy Shell Stitch Baby Blanket Last June (2014) I opened my Facebook account and saw this picture of my baby sister. Now, I have to admit I was a bit upset by the fact that I had just found out that my sister was expecting a new little one via Facebook.  That is until I checked my phone and saw that she had already tried to contact me three times.  Oops…  I guess…

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