Start with the fundamentals

Beginner Crochet

Essential crochet skills for complete beginners: holding yarn, making chains, counting stitches, and building confidence.

Beginner Crochet

Learn the crochet chain stitch, how to hold the hook and yarn, where to count chains, and how to keep the foundation edge even.

Beginner Crochet

Learn the magic ring method for starting crochet in the round with a center that can be pulled closed, especially useful for amigurumi and motifs.

Beginner Crochet

Learn how to identify stitch tops, count rows, use markers, and avoid the most common counting mistakes in straight and circular crochet.