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  Top 4 Beginner Crochet Tips to Get You Hooked! By Hello Gabby This crafty pastime has taken the world by storm, offering a sweet escape into creativity while producing adorable handmade treasures. If you’re a newbie looking to dive into the delightful world of crochet, I’ve rounded up the top five beginner tips to that I would recommend for anyone learning. 1. Choose the Right Yarn and Hook Before you even think about patterns and projects, start with the essentials: yarn and a crochet hook! As a beginner, opt for a medium-weight yarn (often labelled as “worsted weight” or category 4) in a light color, as it’s easier to see your stitches. A size H (5.0 mm) to I (5.5 mm) hook is perfect for this weight. Avoid fuzzy or novelty yarns until you’re more comfortable with your skills — they can be a little mischievous! Brand recommendations for Hooks - Clover, Prym, or my favorite FURLS 2. Master the Basic Stitches  While it may be tempting to jump into intricate patterns featuring...

I love simple beginner projects. They are great gifts that you can customize for the whole family with ease. Also easy quick projects like this are perfect for charity donations! Grab your yarn, hook, and put on a movie, it's time to crochet! *This pattern is property of Hello Gabby. Please do not reproduce this pattern in hole or part. If you sell this finished product please give proper credit to Hello Gabby. Thank you!* To support my shop - check out my ETSY!!

This is a super simple pattern that works up quickly because of the thickness of your yarn! You end up with a cozy and warm cowl.  Materials:  Red Heart - Grande - Color Foggy  or your favorite #7 weighted yarn = total of 180 yards needed 19.00 MM Jumbo Hook Chain 45. Join with the first chain to form a ring. Ensure that you did not twist the chain. Chain 2,  and turn the project. Double crochet one time in each stitch. Slip stitch in the chain 2 to complete the round. ROUND 1 - 8 Fasten off, and weave in ends. Normally to weave in the ends you would want to use a darning or embroidery needle. For this type of bulky yarn, you can weave in the ends with your fingers or hook. That's it! You now have a new fall / winter accessory for you, or a cute gift idea for a loved one.  For more patterns that start at $.89 cents check out my  ETSY SHOP  ! *This pattern is property of Hello Gabby. Please do not reproduce this pattern in whol...