Learn to crochet, one step at a time.
Seven short lessons and a project to practise. All you need is cotton yarn and a hook.
BerryProjectsCoasters, stars, blankets
SageGuidesMistakes, yarn, terms
IndigoMaterialsWhat you need to start
RoseShopSock pattern as a PDF
PoppyNewsletterNews by email
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The learning path in seven steps
Each lesson shows one technique, step by step, with a drawing and a small exercise.
- 1Materials for crochetOne hook, one ball of cotton yarn and a pair of scissors. That is all you need to begin.6 min
- 2How to chainThe chain stitch starts almost everything. It builds the foundation that every project stands on.6 min
- 3How to single crochetThe single crochet is dense and sturdy. It makes coasters, pot holders and baskets.7 min
- 4How to double crochetThe double crochet is tall and airy. It grows fast and is the base of granny squares and blankets.8 min
- 5Magic ringThe magic ring starts round pieces without a hole in the middle: stars, flowers, coasters.7 min
- 6Reading crochet chartsA chart shows the pattern as a drawing. Once you know the symbols you can read any pattern.8 min
- 7Abbreviations and glossaryPatterns save space with short forms. Here is what they mean.5 min
Then a project to practise
Each project uses what you have learned. The patterns are still in progress.
All projectsGranny square
The classic square made of double-crochet clusters. Many squares become a blanket later.
Level 2/3
Coasters
A small round piece of single crochet. A good first finished object.
Level 1/3
Pot holders
Dense single crochet in two layers. Useful, quick and forgiving of small mistakes.
Level 1/3
Stars
Five-pointed stars for the tree and the window. Small enough to finish in one evening.
Level 2/3
Christmas decorations
Small ornaments and garlands from leftovers. A chart-based pattern for practice.
Level 2/3
Baby blanket
Joined from granny squares. A bigger project for anyone with patience.
Level 3/3
New in the guides
All articles- Learning to crochet: 8 beginner mistakes and how to avoid themThe row gets wider, the edges are crooked, the stitches too tight. Here is what causes it.
- Hook and yarn for beginners: what you really needA simple shopping list for starting out, with tips on hook size and yarn choice.
US, UK and German crochet terms comparedSingle crochet, double crochet or feste Masche? The table shows how the same stitch is named.
Crochet socks: pattern as a PDF
A step-by-step pattern to print out. It will be released once it has been crocheted and checked.
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