A Basic Beginners Guide To Crocheting

Mastering the basics! Let's go

What you'll learn

The names of the basic tools/items used in crocheting

Different Yarn Weights and their uses

Ways to hold/use the crochet hook(s)

Ways to control yarn tension

How to create a standard chain stitch & foundation chain

How to create a Single Crochet stitch

How to complete your First project (A Beanie/Hat)

How to create a Half Double Crochet stitch

How to complete your Second project (A Solid Granny Square)

How to create a Standard Double Crochet Stitches

How to create a Treble (Triple) Crochet stitch

What is "blocking"? Why do we do it? How is it done?

How to measure and use gauging in your projects

Requirements

No prior experience is needed. Simply find a comfortable place to work, grab your crochet hook and yarn and patiently follow along :)

Description

Learning to crochet can easily become a fun & relaxing addiction, so it helps that it is an inexpensive craft to learn. My course is designed for those with no experience, little experience, or for those who may need a refresher of the basics of crochet. Because of this, I have designed thorough video content of the techniques you will be learning to help you master that technique or stitch creation. I have included handouts to remind you of the details shared in the video lectures so you can work offline with a go to resource. You will find external links to many of the vendors I have used to find supplies as well as to any of their FREE patterns, "How To" instructional videos/illustrations and more. I also make available, full video tutorial content of the actual crochet projects you will be working on. By using the pause feature, you will have the ability to take as long as you need to in order to finish each project and complete the course. My goal is to see you through this course successfully with little to no guess work about what you are learning. I will be with you every step of the way.When you are done, you should be able to refer to ANY beginner tutorials available and successfully create or recreate any pattern(s) being taught. That is, IF the instructors are thorough in explaining the process to you. However, you should be able to recognize by sight what they are doing even if they should fail to mention a detail or two :). You should also be able to recognize most of the basic abbreviations used in pattern(s) so that you can follow along to completion.In the beginning, take your time enjoy it and master it. Speed will come later. Remember, patience leads to rewarding outcomes. Once you become confident with the terminology, in using the tools and working with the yarn, you will be creating your own designs to keep for yourself, or to share with your family and friends. Enjoy the journey! See you in class.MATERIALS NEEDED for the course:4 skeins/balls/ or packs of yarn, preferably 4 med worsted weight and if possible, in at least two different colorsa size 5 OR 5.5mm hook to start

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 For The Love of Crochet!

Section 2: Basic Terminology and Tools for Crocheting

Lecture 2 Basic Terminology AKA Crochet Speak

Section 3: All about yarn weights, fibers, and labeling

Lecture 3 Knowing the difference in yarn types & weights.

Section 4: All about Gauge (Sizing Your Project)

Lecture 4 What is gauging? Why do we need to know what it is and how to do it?

Section 5: The mechanics of holding the yarn & crochet hook

Lecture 5 Holding the Yarn

Lecture 6 Two ways of holding the hook

Section 6: Chain Stitch & Foundation Chain

Lecture 7 CH = Chain Stitch & FCH = Foundation Chain (How It Is Done)

Section 7: Single Crochet Stitches

Lecture 8 Single Crochet Stitch (How It Is Done)

Section 8: Half Double Crochet Stitch

Lecture 9 Half Double Crochet Stitch (How It Is Done)

Lecture 10 Project #1 - Two Tone Beanie

Section 9: Double Crochet Stitch

Lecture 11 The Double Crochet Stitch (How It Is Done)

Section 10: The Magic Ring

Lecture 12 Working In The Round AKA The Magic Ring

Lecture 13 Project #2 - The Solid Granny Square

Section 11: Triple OR Treble Stitch

Lecture 14 Triple OR Treble Stitch (How It Is Done)

Section 12: Blocking your work

Lecture 15 Blocking? what, why, & how

Section 13: BONUS ILLUSTRATIONS

Lecture 16 Here are some additional illustrations to add to your book

Those who are interested in learning to crochet,Those who could use a refresher of the basics of crocheting