Crochet is a very interesting and relaxing hobby that save you money from somethings and makes you imagine and create wonderful project [items], it is also a hobby that you can make cool cash from either as a side job or a full time.
If you are thinking about crochet or you have started and you are not sure anymore, I suggest you wait and go through because there are somethings you need to know before getting practical.
In this post, i`m going to help you figure out the best yarn to use as a beginner, Project you should start with and the right kind of yarn you should use for the item you are crocheting.
WHAT KIND OF YARN SHOULD YOU USE?
AS a beginner, the crochet hook does`nt matter, just use any sizes or type you are comfortable with.
note: when choosing the crochet hook make sure it is the right size for the yarn.
As for the yarn you should use:
- A WORSTED-WEIGHT YARN: It is also referred to as medium-weight yarn. It is the best because it is heavier than the DK yarn {double knitting yarn} and it is lighter than thick yarn such as chunky yarn.
- A LIGHT COLOR YARN: When learning as a crochet beginner you should pick bight color yarn. This will help you see the stitch and pattern you are making better, It also help you to see your mistakes better and you can easily undo and redo.
Here are list of worsted-weight yarn:
- Feel like butta by lion brand
- Lily sugar`n cream worsted weight yarn
- Paton `baby smiles' worsted weight yarn
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WAYS TO IDENTIFY A WORSTED-WEIGHT YARN
- It is between the thin yarn { DK yarn} and the heavy ones {chunky yarn}.
- Check the name 'worsted weight yarn' on the label of the yarn.
- Check for the number 4 {four} as it is the number for medium weight yarn.
YARN WEIGHT AND CROCHET HOOK SIZE
ITEMS/PROJECT TO CROCHET AS A BEGINNER
When starting a new hobby, there is always a urge to learn faster, quicker and better. You may want to try things you have seen online and even compare yourself with those crocheters.
My advice to you is to clam down, understand yourself and know the way you learn faster. If it is through tutorials, physical classes or written instruction. Go at your pace, with time you will get there and be able to crochet any project of your choice.
PROJECT YOUR SHOULD START WITH.
- SCARF: This is a very easy project to start with, It is a one row pattern till the very end where you fasting off. I suggest you go for stitches such as single crochet, Double crochet, Half double crochet. This are the most simple and basic stitch.
- BEANIE: Beanie are also very easy to crochet just like scarf, It can also be a one row pattern , you just have to measure the circumference of your head.
- GANNY SQURARE PATTERN/CAP:
- SIMPLE TOP:
- CROCHET HEART PATTERN
- HAIR BOW
- DISH CLOTH
After all this project you can adventure to:
- simple sweater
- tank top
- blanket.
It is very okay to take your time and make mistakes, Don`t stress , you can crochet for hours or days ,as long as you have a beautiful outcome then it all worth it.
lastly, for this post you will be getting the best kind of wool to use for this projects:
- BEANIE; A medium-weight yarn or 4, it will probably need at least 100 grams of yarn.
- SCARF; The acrylic wool is common for making scarf but worsted-weight yarn can be used too.
- TOP; Cotton yarn is the prefect yarn to crochet any kind of top because it is absorbent, it pulls heat away from the body.
- DISH CLOTH; Any yarn can be used but cotton yarn or polyester are more common.
I hope all this tips and information are helpful. Thanks for reading and see you in my next post.
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