Thursday, June 12, 2008

free crochet patterns shawls open lace with easy beginner instructions

A crocheted afghan is a great gift for family and friends. Have you been thinking about learning to crochet?

It's only hard if you think it is, so you have to change your thinking by looking at the basics of crochet. Its delicate look makes simple crochet appropriate for any number of designs; which is why you can find it on everything from tablecloths to dresses and purses. There is no specific requirements for choosing a hook, but depending on how tightly or loosely you crochet will be a consideration.

Crochet means hook in French and this is the name given to the craft amongst French, Italians and Spanish speakers. You can learn different styles and create new shapes. When you begin to crochet you start with a slip stitch on a hook.

If you are feeling ambitious, you can even attempt a crochet scarf as a gift. Crochet outlet stores usually sell kits that you can assemble on your own ranging from handbags to wallets to curtains to just about anything. Crochet outlet stores usually sell kits that you can assemble on your own ranging from handbags to wallets to curtains to just about anything.

You can crochet straight forward items almost immediately and once you ve mastered the basics you can go onto the more complicated patterns when you fancy a challenge. Crocheting is an art form.

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