Crochet Basics

With these beginner-friendly photo and video tutorials for crochet, you’ll learn everything you need to know to make your first crochet plushie.

First things first, learn how to hold a crochet hook in one hand and yarn in the other.

How to count stitches, rounds, and rows.

Once you’ve crocheted a few rounds, your work will naturally curve. But which side should actually face out?

Learn how to use stitch markers to keep track of where you are.

Quick reference guide for US and UK abbreviations and terminology.

Learn how to understand crochet pattern instructions.