The Beginner's Guide to Crochet

In this complete course, crochet expert Claire Montgomerie covers all the basics from • selecting the right tools and materials to • holding your hook, • making those crucial first stitches, • fastening off, and • reading a pattern.

Clear step-by-step photographs and a handy fold-out flap with crochet abbreviations make it accessible for all, whether you are hooking your first stitch or revisiting the basics. Claire's approachable and friendly guidance is complemented by a delightful array of modern projects that will leave you inspired.

As you build your skills, you'll be amazed at the progress you make while creating 8 stunning designs, each one teaching and reinforcing a new technique – from increasing and decreasing to changing color and joining seams. Choose from a diverse range of projects that will captivate your imagination: Craft eco-friendly washcloths and makeup pads, perfect for pampering yourself or gifting to loved ones, or knit a ribbed beanie with a whimsical pompom, keeping you cozy and stylish in colder months.  Start stitching today and unlock a world of endless possibilities.