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* Crochet hooks size 10 (smallest) through N (largest) - [https://www.crochet.com/learning-center/understanding-crochet-hook-sizes Understanding Crochet Hook Sizes]
* Crochet hooks size 10 (smallest) through N (largest) - [https://www.crochet.com/learning-center/understanding-crochet-hook-sizes Understanding Crochet Hook Sizes]


=Tips & Helpful Videos=
=Tips=
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*Use the right hook. Make sure the size of your hook matches the weight of your yarn to avoid snags and slips.
*Use stitch markers. Stitch markers can help you mark increases, decreases, the first and last stitch in a pattern, and stitches in a row.
*Keep stitches loose. When learning more complicated stitches, try to keep your stitches relaxed and loose instead of holding your hook too tightly.
*Check your gauge. A gauge is included in crochet patterns to help you get the right size for your project.


=Helpful Videos=
=Helpful Videos=
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAxGTnVNJiE How to crochet for absolute beginners - part 1]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBj6MyMu9pU&t=50s How to crochet for absolute beginners - part 2]


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[[Category: Safety Checkout]]
[[Category: Safety Checkout]]
[[Category: Textiles Lab]]
[[Category: Textiles Lab]]

Latest revision as of 12:28, 13 September 2024

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About our tools

Tips

  • Use the right hook. Make sure the size of your hook matches the weight of your yarn to avoid snags and slips.
  • Use stitch markers. Stitch markers can help you mark increases, decreases, the first and last stitch in a pattern, and stitches in a row.
  • Keep stitches loose. When learning more complicated stitches, try to keep your stitches relaxed and loose instead of holding your hook too tightly.
  • Check your gauge. A gauge is included in crochet patterns to help you get the right size for your project.

Helpful Videos