Friday, May 14, 2010

Who Crochets? (cro-shay)

These days you don't see much people crocheting and I would like to show you how fun it can be!  No I am not an "Old Lady" who just sits around all day and crochets.  I have made a list of things and I have it here for you. 

Braclet
Hat
Afghan (Baby Blanket)
Doggy Sweater
Scarf
Wash Cloth/Dish Rag
Cat Toys
Dog/Cat Bed
And Many More...


There are many size crochet hooks and they go by letters and numbers.  You can to to your local craft store and find hooks that you need.  For starters, most people reccomend " Size K Crochet Hooks"  Often there is a code on the hook and this is what the code should say K/101/2-6.50MM  you can get any brand but I pefer 'Boye'

Here is a list of videos from YouTube.com to show you how to crochet

1. How To Do A Slip Knot
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1k58Bn5VL48

2. Crochet Chain Stitch
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtmOEzm_OXQ

3. How To Turn A Crochet Chain
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOJyEQD7sZI

4. Single Crochet Stitch
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqhaQQajt0U

5. Double Crochet Stitch
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1txJLRPfuE

6. Half Double Crochet Stitch
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LxA2osb5Qfk

7. Tripple Crochet Stitch
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4xplEBGowg

I hope this was helpful! 

http://www.youtube.com/user/theknitwitch has provided most of these videos.  You can go to Google.com to look up some cool crochet patterns, or, you can go to YouTube.com and watch videos on how to make some crochet items.  Crocheting is alot of fun and I hope you enjoy crocheting.


My crochet teacher is Mrs.Edress Smith.  You can call her at (850) 562-4858 for more imformation.  She gives classes to anyone who is willing to pay.