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How to Hold a Crochet Hook (the Two Grips, and How to Pick Yours)
The two ways to hold a crochet hook - the pencil grip and the knife grip - explained simply, with how to choose the one that keeps your hands relaxed.
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Step-by-step tutorials for absolute beginners – how to hold the hook, the slip knot, foundation chains, and the core stitches every crochet project is built on.
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How to Make a Slip Knot and Your First Foundation Chain
Every crochet project starts with a slip knot and a chain. Here's how to make both, step by step, plus how to…
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How to Single Crochet: A Beginner’s Step-by-Step
The single crochet is the workhorse stitch behind most beginner projects. Learn it step by step, how to turn your rows, and…