Provides step-by-step, illustrated instructions on the basics of crocheting, including the structure of stitches, changing yarns, working with different shapes, joining, and reading crochet patterns, with simple projects for practice.

"Basic Crocheting" offers a complete introduction to the craft, providing information on tools and skills needed to make a wide variety of home accessories and wearables. Projects include placemats, a basketweave blanket, a bunny basket, a child's cap and mittens, and more. 219 color photos. 7 illustrations. 7 charts.

A beginner’s guide to crocheting, with easy-to-follow instructions for a variety of stitches from a veteran crochet and knitting teacher and author. From selecting the right crochet hook to techniques and instructions, this informative crocheting booklet is the go-to guide for new hook enthusiasts. Learn the different stitches, along with interesting twists and finishing techniques to make your crocheting projects a success.

Fundamental skills and stitches, such as the chain stitch, slip stitch, and single, half double, and double crochet. Techniques include creating an integral fringe, crocheting in the round, and filet crocheting. Create a shadowbox pillow, basketweave blanket, bunny basket, child's cap and mittens, openwork placemats, woven shoulder bag, and more.

Learn the fundamental skills of crochet with step-by-step instructions and clear, easy-to-follow photographs and illustrations, and then use your new skills to make a variety of crochet designs.

Enjoy this beginner's guide that takes you by the hand like a personal instructor and teaches you how to crochet.