Learn how to Crochet
In this lens you will find reviews to some of the best books that will help you learn how to crochet. These books should be good references as you begin crocheting, and then also as you proceed to more advanced stitch patterns and projects.
Table of Contents
- Donna Kooler's Encyclopedia of Crochet
- The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet
- Kids Learn to Crochet
- Teach Yourself VISUALLY Crochet
- Crocheting For Dummies
- Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker
- The Chicks with Sticks Guide to Crochet: Learn to Crochet with More Than 30 Cool, Easy Patterns
- Crochet the Complete Guide
- More Learn to Crochet Books
- How did you learn how to crochet?
- About Me
Donna Kooler's Encyclopedia of Crochet
Donna Kooler's Encyclopedia of Crochet (Leisure Arts #15906) (Donna Kooler's Series)
Amazon Price: $6.46 (as of 06/02/2012)
This is the book that I bought myself to learn how to crochet. The how to instructions are clear, and are given for both left and right handed crafters. My only issue with learning to crochet is that my tension is too tight. This book not only has great how to instructions, but there are many different knit stitches that would make this an invaluable reference for any crocheter in the future.
The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet
The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet: *All You Need to Know to Crochet *The Essential Reference for Novice and Expert Crocheters *Comprehensive Guide ... Charts, and Photos for 200 Stitch Patterns
Amazon Price: $16.36 (as of 06/02/2012)
I don't think that I could say it too much better than the long title to this book! The photo guides in this book are are stunning, and will clearly help you make your first stitches.
Kids Learn to Crochet
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Crochet
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Crochet (Teach Yourself VISUALLY Consumer)
Amazon Price: $13.51 (as of 06/02/2012)
I have mentioned in other book series that I am a huge fan of the "Teach Yourself Visually" series of books. These books have some of the best step by step photo instructions, for EVERY craft they attempt to help you with.
Crocheting For Dummies
Crocheting For Dummies
Amazon Price: $4.85 (as of 06/02/2012)
Don't call yourself a dummy because you don't know how to crochet yet, but why not get an idiot proof guide to help you get started?
Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker
Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker
Amazon Price: $7.19 (as of 06/02/2012)
Let these "icons of the knitting craze" help you with another fiber based craft. Now from the Stitch'n'bitch club, a how to crochet guide to help you get started "hooking."
The Chicks with Sticks Guide to Crochet: Learn to Crochet with More Than 30 Cool, Easy Patterns
The Chicks with Sticks Guide to Crochet: Learn to Crochet with more than 30 Cool, Easy Patterns
Amazon Price: $8.90 (as of 06/02/2012)
Of course, "Sticks" in the plural is not what you need when learning how to crochet, at least you won't need more than one kind of stick at the same time! Us knitters would be lost with a single "stick" but to crocheters a single hook is all you need.
Crochet the Complete Guide
Crochet the Complete Guide
Amazon Price: $7.29 (as of 06/02/2012)
With over 150 stitch patterns, this book will help you get stared crocheting and be a useful resource as you prepare to tackle more advanced crochet patterns. A great learning reference book is one that will help you continue with the craft!
More Learn to Crochet Books
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How did you learn how to crochet?
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Ladymermaid
May 28, 2011 @ 10:24 am | delete
- The hard way...self taught when I was working at a remote ski lodge and very very bored. Lol...but I now love crochet.
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lilymom24
Feb 14, 2011 @ 12:45 pm | delete
- My stepmother taught me how to crochet and its one of my favorite hobbies. Wish I had more time for it though.
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