I watched the video because my son's girlfriend said she wants to learn to crochet, and I want to recommend your channel to her. You are such an amazing teacher.
I've been crocheting, off and on, for about 30+ years. The past 5 years I've been seriously crocheting, now that the kids are grown, etc... This video has opened my eyes to so many things I didn't know, or think about, before. The small toolkits, wip baskets, manicure scissors, etc... So many light bulb moments! I am going to continue with your beginner videos because I'm learning new stuff all the time! Thank you for taking the time to help newbies, as we as us older crocheters! This bird is learning new tricks! 😊
This is a wonderful video …..not only just for beginners ! Us “ older” crocheters could learn a few things too . Thank you so much for this very informative video. Happy New Year, my friend !
Great video for beginners!!! (some of us "oldies" might also learn a tip or two...) Thank you for the valuable info!! Neck Light - NEED!!! You can use it for so many other things in addition to crafting. Good, comfortable hooks, for sure! My take on this one is - go by what's comfortable for you, even it that's the metal hooks. (most likely that if you ever try a Clover Amour, you'll never go back to the metal ones... just saying! Good idea to buy just a couple, before investing in a full set) Yarn - work with good quality yarn. It can be cheap or expensive. There are some great cheaper yarns out there. If you're just beginning, watch several yarn haul/review/unboxing videos, to establish your own opinion before purchasing any specific yarn.
Very good video. I started Way back when I was 9 years old , it been a 50 year journey so far, and I had no one to teach me except myself. We didn't have the internet so i went to the library and checked out craft books. Some of the patterns were old and goofy, so i learned to make up patterns on my own. There are several things I've learned to help myself....1) learn to read and graph out your stitches, it helps with figuring out a tough spot in a pattern or to remember a small series of repeating stitches in a pattern. 2) keep a notebook when working on a project, you CNA keep track of yarn and hook you use and changes or special notes for a project if you want to make it again. 3) I do use baskets, buckets, for small to medium projects.but I also use larger bins for larger projects. I keep my tools in one smallish snap type box, instead of several tins for each project. That is why I keep notebooks to record what each project needs. 4) I use plain aluminum hooks and hold my hook like a bicycle handle when working, and I found that the sportwrap athletes use makes an excellent gripp on my hook. It's easy to apply, wraps to itself, and can be easily added to or removed. 5) I've found that, for me, I use only an I hook,or a 5.5mm, when I make my Afghans. Makes it easy to keep track of. I love to crochet and I love your show. Thanks so much.
This is great. I used to crochet years ago but I've always enjoyed knitting more. However, my mum used to crochet afghans for all the new grandchildren and now I'm a new grandmother so decided to make an afghan. Do I ever need practice. I used to crochet evenly without much trouble but I'm finding now it's awkward and the stitches aren't even. I'm amazed watching you crochet as all your movements look very smooth. I'm starting this series in order to practice and re-learn what I used to know. Looking forward to it.
Thank you for this video...I never had a teacher (self-taught from magazines) my granddaughter and I appreciate your help...this made me feel so much better about what I have verses thinking I need to spend a fortune just to enjoy crocheting...ty 😉
A very useful video for beginners or those, like me, who are starting again. About 18 years ago I went on a mostly knitting, with some crocheting, frenzy. Then I quit after 2 years and numerous scarves, hats and fingerless gloves. A few weeks ago I became interested again, but discovered that my very large yarn collection contains no worsted or other weight acrylic. It's all wool, much of it bulky, and many kinds of fuzzy, sparkly, bumpy, or eyelash yarn! Woe is me. Fortunately I have all the "needs", and more.
This is just lovely! I’ve been crocheting for years, but still like watching beginner videos. I wish there were videos like this 30 years ago when I started learning! My favorite hooks are my clover and furls hooks. I started learning on the boye/bates hooks, but my hands started cramping after awhile. I think when first learning, it’s good to start on the boye/bates hooks, but once you start doing projects, upgrade to hooks with grips on them or splurge on the furls hooks. You are a great teacher!!! Keep up the great work! 🥰🥰
This was a VERY good idea Christa! Well I can tell you that I have both a set of the Clover and Red Tulip hooks. And I am a pencil grip crocheter and I enjoy using both. I have NO problems using either. I don't have any little tins like you use, which I must say is a wonderful idea. What I do instead, if I may share, is I write down on the yarn label which hook I'm using for that project and I use Zip Lock bags, or I have a little project journal that I write down who the project is for (if it's a gift), the stitch name I'm using, the brand and colorway of yarn, starting chain, stitch multiple, project measurements, and which hook I'm using. I've also added, and this is strictly for me, the date I started the project and the finish date. Because I'm one of those that tends to get bored and will start another project. So if I put the dates it kinda puts a "fire under my backside" to get back to it and finish it. LOL! Thank you Christa sooo much for your tutorials and the time you take to produce them for all of us in the crochet community. Stay Hooked!
I'm dying at your seatbelt situation!!! 🤣 Seriously glad you warned us about that one. And thanks for the tip on the pompom scissors. My scissors are not sufficient! What a great video for both beginners and more experienced crocheters!
I am starting a beginner class in crochet and your vedio on equipment was exactly what I needed! As a graduation gift to my students I hive the little box full of necessary items. Thank you so much. Marilyn K USA, Colorado
So excited for this series…I share it with my sister…trying to get her to crochet. She brought a yarn and hook but never started. We live about 100 miles apart. I have been crocheting for almost 60 years …love it!!! I want her to experience that same joy!!!
I am so glad it was helpful to you, @user-dt9uo2iu6v!! I have a beginner series that covers ALL the basics: bit.ly/3mTofkI Each topic is a separate video, so you can jump in to the exact technique you want to master. Let me know how you like it! 🌻🎀
I have been crocheting for over 40 years and you learn something new everyday love this idea of yours, I love the boy hooks the best one thing I have trouble with is weaving ends they seem fall out after one or two washes thanks for sharing
Thank You for this.. I have watched many beginner videos and I think this very first one have been very through with the needs for the beginner..... I am just a beginner so I am constantly looking for videos... I am looking forward to watching this learning series...Right now I am trying to get the chain to a consistent tension...
hiya christa! well done...im sure the series will be appreciated by many. as i have taught quilting (which is so expensive now), ive told student to get what they can afford tied with what will last. xoxo
Great video!! After watching some of your videos I changed from bags to baskets. Love them so much better. The bags where always falling over and I had to dig in them to find my stuff. As a beginner I agree with all your suggestions. Must have basket, yarn, hook ( I like Clover), stitch markers and goodie tin. And don’t give up if you mess up. 😀
Hi Christa, I have been crocheting since the late 60's and enjoyed your review for the newbies. I started out with the metal Susan Bates and Boye. Later I found a local craftsman that made wooden hooks which worked very well, Recently I discovered Hobbi Lobby's Yarnnology and Michael's now carries Prym hooks which are similar and I like working with both. Your tip I found most useful during the past year was the retractable measuring tape. I mostly crochet afghans for a charity and keep a log of stitch, yarn, and finished size and the new tape was a wonderful suggestion. I also used your suggestion of the neck light which I got for Christmas. Love it!! As I am old school, I use a piece of yarn for a stitch marker. Thank you for your channels. I am getting a lot of helpful ideas and suggestions from you. Happy New Year !!
I haven't crocheted since I was a teenager, am now 57. Things have definitely changed. My 12 year old daughter has expressed interest in learning. I would love to teach her and restart myself. Thank you for creating this video. Can't wait to watch others. Hello from Minnesota!
The video was wonderful!! As a veteran crocheter, I nodded to so many things needed and not. You explained so clearly. I was just very impressed with this video content. Thank you!!
I love this video. I do have the stanwood ball winder and swift but I got a super good deal around thanksgiving or Christmas one year and paid less than half of the price for both. Im glad that I got it because I was a newbie and I was making a blanket. Somewhere I got off on the stitch count and way down the line I discovered my mistake. It was so much yarn to frog. I stopped...ordered the yarn ball winder and swift that I had just seen on a podcast and I wound up all those balls of yarn when it got delivered to me. Made starting that blanket over a whole lot easier than having yarn all over the floor tangled up in a huge mess. You are right....dont do blankets as a beginner! LOL
PS I need to relearn to crochet because I have never held my working yarn correctly ! You didn't offer that as an option on your crochet goal poll you put up a few days ago 🤣 but that is my crochet goal for 2022. I'll be following along this beginner's class, too.
I shared your video with someone who wants to learn to crochet! - I "cannot do without" my little SODIAL(R) Yarn Winder I bought 2 years ago from Amazon; it hardly takes any space on my multi-use table so it is permanently fixed on it, yet it takes at least 100g skein of any yarn I have thrown at it. Cakes don't roll around the floor like bullet skeins or balls and winding is fast. I also have a big Stanwood (it can barely cope with 200g) but I have only used it once: it takes lots of space and the cakes from my little winder are of better quality. - An alternative to a necklight could be a magnifying glass with a light that you can hang from the neck or the same but in a form of a table lamp. Useful if you get into crocheting thin yarn in the future. I have all three but I have never used my neck light... I can see myself cooking with it during powercuts though. - Clear plastic boxes with lids are also good for wips. I have several stacked in the corner. Mine are transparent so I can see what's in them. - I also like using spiral stitch marker rings. They are easier to put on than safety pins and usually cost less - but they are not as secure as safety pins if you move the project around. It just shows that apart from the must-have hook, yarn, and scissors everyone has their own idea of the list. ☺
Hey Christa, I have just started crocheting to help with my anxiety. I live in Australia and I really love your tutorials. Thank you so much for helping us.
Great video. I would add a comfortable chair to sit on while you crochet! It is important to be ergonomically safe since we can get lost in that position for hours.
I really enjoyed the video for beginners . Very informative. I’ve been crocheting for 30+ yrs and I'm hoping to learn a few new tricks. Thank you Christa!
I have been crocheting a long time BUT this is a great detailed walkthrough for beginners. I know a few people who I will show this video to. Thanks Crista!
Hi Well i have been crocheting for over 50,years i have always used susan bates hooks and i use pencil grips to put slide my hooks in to it. Now that I'm older it helps my hands.
You’re right about hubby wanting a neck light. When he saw my neck light he thought it was cool. So, he got one for himself for when he’s building his models.
Hi, thankyou so much for sharing this great video. I just started Crotcheting last year, making Scratch Mitts for my New Grandson. Had a bunch of small balls of yarn which I made into a Granny Square Scrap Blanket. This video is so helpful in what to buy and what not to buy( don't need). I've just subbed to your channel. Thankyou so much for this series of videos. Take care and stay safe. Jen xx
I didn't want to spend a lot of money until I knew that this is something I would like. I went on Amazon and found a kit that was only$15 and it had everything I would need to start and a lot more. It has 9 different crochet hooks alone. Coopay Crochet Kit Beginners Crochet Hook Set with Crochet Yarn,58PCS Portable Crochet Set Ergonomic Crochet Hooks Travel Knitting Crochet Supplies
This a very good video. I've been crocheting for a lot of years (more than 50) with just a hook, scissors, yarn & sometimes a needle. I just discovered stitch markers in the last year. And I picked up a neck light at my Lowe's hardware & lumber store last week - it takes batteries. I did finally also get a large yarn ball winder (to make it easier on my wrists - I'm 58), off from Amazon for around $40 - I checked them out with other people first & shopped for my best deal. I totally agree with everything that you said in this video, some people want to buy all of the bells & whistles to start & invest a lot of money that they really don't need to.
Great tips for a begginner! I loved especially the part about choosing yarn. I'd 100% go for something dark and fuzzy and then die in the process of learning, so thank you for keeping me sane. :P
Love this video. When I started to crochet all I had was a skein of Red Heart Super saver yarn, 5mm hook, scissors and needle. Looking forward to the next video.
Krista, you always produce such highly professional and easily understandable and detailed videos. I’ve been crocheting for 50 years and I would personally rate you as number 1 for UA-cam crochet instruction. I always pick up new ideas from you and always love watching and listening to you. Congrats on your new series of classes 💕🌻💚🥰🎊🎊🎊💕💕💚💚💕💚 BTW, I’m having trouble locating the Kericho Gold tea from your link and would like to give you the credit when purchasing it. Thanks again for all your amazing effort. You’re beautiful inside and out. Love from nyc ❤️❤️❤️
Awe! Thank you so much, Donaca Tanguma! You're so FABULOUS!! Made my day. Here is a link to my tea.. can't find any that are Prime, though. :( amzn.to/32VhdEO 🌺🌷🌺
I use a tin that cookies came in from Dollar General the hooks, needles, and scissors (from Dollar Tree) all fit in and easier to have everything together
When I started there was a great kit on amazon with a bunch of different sized ergonomic hooks, stitch markers, a case, needles, and snips for about $14 USD. It was perfect for getting started. I have acquired a whole bunch of other stuff along the way, but it had everything I needed- just add yarn.
That’s exactly what I use is an Altoids container. My favorite hook now since I’ve been crocheting since I was 8years old is a furls, but when I first started it was a Susan Bates. I’m a pencil grip and I love in-line hooks. Thanks for sharing and doing this series. I find interesting. Have a good night!!!
Thank you so much for this awesome video!! I'm just getting back into crochet and was looking at ball winders plus your tips helped me narrow down what I actually need!!
Great video, useful even for older crocheter. An alternative to the neck light is a forehead light. I got 2 rechargeable ones so that 1 is always ready. I'd add magnifying glasses to the list of handy things, or a magnifying glass at least (but this could be an age-related suggestion). I especially like your diy handles on the threaders.
This was really great!!!! I wish I had seen this video when I started. There was so much I thought I had to have and I now don’t touch some of it (most of it). I would just add for anyone who reads this Clover hooks! Don’t waste your money on other hooks, and the neck light is more of a need than I initially thought. I travel with 2 of them!! And own 3 lol 😂
Great new content Krista! After crocheting for 10 years, I find that starting out, we tend to try everything until we realize what we really don’t need. If I were a new crocheter, I would’ve started out with clover, hands down! Lol. My favorite worsted weight to this day is and always will be, 4 worsted, although I use 5 bulky Bernat blanket yarn for baby blankets. As for stitch markers, I make my own after purchasing and losing them in various work, I make my own stitch markers, lol.
That's awesome, She Crochets ByCoolCraftyCreations! Thanks for sharing! I would have started with a Clover too!! ...not that little 4mm prym and DK weight yarn... ha ha ha! Thank you!! 🌸👍🌺
Thank you for taking the time to do these classes. My goal for 2022 is to learn how to crochet and I know you channel will be a big help! Excited to watch all your upcoming classes! 🧶💮
I crocheted many years ago but I can't remember all the stitches , so now I am retired I want to start crocheting again. I remember having a hard time keeping the yarn tension the same.. I love crocheting so wish me luck .
Thanks you for the class. I started with the aluminium crochets. They were great for starting. Then I bought the Clover hooks. They are way better. What I need is a necklight and wip baskets. What I want is a yarn cutter necklace (so beautiful 😍). Happy new year.
My first love as a hook goes is and will always be clover soft touch. I have recently started using clover amour. I do like them especially for acrylic yarn. The soft touch can be used on any yarn and it's just comfortable and allows you to keep consistent tension. Favorite yarn is paintbox with stylecraft a close second. The pallets are wide with 56 to 78 colors choices. Inexpensive for a quality yarn. Good for stash building.
@@SecretYarnery this is a great series you are doing. Even for those of us that have been at it a while. I love that you put links in for things. Thank you so much for keeping us inspired especially in these trying times 💙
Christa, Thanks for a excellent video. Just laughing you can teach a old dog new tricks. I said things that I do not have. I liked that you said there are some clover hooks individually that are longer. But my one thing I would like to know about the plastic hooks? I impressed a bit on the basket 🧺 for your projects. An since I invest in so much other things I do need a winder that you suggested in your video. Happy New Year 2022 to your family. Too the rest of the Crochet families out there. Thank you 🤗
hello, I thought I was the only one who had several projects on the go at the same time, and I use cloth bags that have handles, I have several with scissors and markers, whenever I go out I take one to knit, if I have to wait, thanks for your videos
Fantastic video Christa. I've been crocheting for two years and this was very informative and useful for all crocheters. Happy New years to you and your family.
This makes me feel like I've been doing crochet all wrong. I have been crocheting 15 years and just this year I bought that exact little ball winder, a yarn bowl, neck light, needle threader, and some wip bags. I feel like my life is so much easier now! I only own one set of cheap aluminum hooks, a set of plastic circle stittch markers, one pair of small scissors, and metal needles. 🤷
I wish you had this in early December when my kids were asking me what I wanted... I told them furls crochet needles... but there are a few things on your want list that I had forgotten about... 😆 🤣 😂 😹
very nice and helpful videos for beginners to watch, after watching this you will know everything you need :) i also totally agree with those lighted up hooks. when i started i saw those and got a set in order to use it at nighttime when i cant sleep (i have very strong sleeping issues almost my entire life) but they arent very helpful. they cause headaches and hurt the eyes and the material they are made of (at least mine) isnt very nice-almost every sort of yarn makes squeaky sounds, especially acrylic, and they are also quite fragile-the smaller sizes snap of very easy. and its not that i got the super cheap sets for 10$, it was a middle range priced set (i believe about 30-35$). but im very picky with crochet hooks in general-if the hook is bad, the project will not turn out as nice as it could be and a bad hook can also ruin the entire fun. you dont need super expensive ones, but they have to be good.
Loved the video. Rigid retractable tape measure is great the clover tailor tape measure is great for measuring heads for hats or making other garments. I love my clover hooks and also my yarn mania interchangeable set it has a addi swing style handle is cheaper than an addi swing set of hooks. My picture is the yarn mania set!
I watched the video because my son's girlfriend said she wants to learn to crochet, and I want to recommend your channel to her. You are such an amazing teacher.
Awe! Thank you so much, Lee Ann Steinmetz! 🌺🌷🌺
I've been crocheting, off and on, for about 30+ years. The past 5 years I've been seriously crocheting, now that the kids are grown, etc...
This video has opened my eyes to so many things I didn't know, or think about, before. The small toolkits, wip baskets, manicure scissors, etc... So many light bulb moments!
I am going to continue with your beginner videos because I'm learning new stuff all the time!
Thank you for taking the time to help newbies, as we as us older crocheters! This bird is learning new tricks! 😊
Oh I am so glad, Angela Altomare! Thank you SO much!! 🌸🌼🌺
This is a wonderful video …..not only just for beginners ! Us “ older” crocheters could learn a few things too . Thank you so much for this very informative video. Happy New Year, my friend !
Awe! Thank you so much, Becky Bramlett! To you and your family as well! 🌺🌷🌺
I totally agree! 🌸😊
Great video for beginners!!! (some of us "oldies" might also learn a tip or two...) Thank you for the valuable info!!
Neck Light - NEED!!! You can use it for so many other things in addition to crafting.
Good, comfortable hooks, for sure! My take on this one is - go by what's comfortable for you, even it that's the metal hooks. (most likely that if you ever try a Clover Amour, you'll never go back to the metal ones... just saying! Good idea to buy just a couple, before investing in a full set)
Yarn - work with good quality yarn. It can be cheap or expensive. There are some great cheaper yarns out there. If you're just beginning, watch several yarn haul/review/unboxing videos, to establish your own opinion before purchasing any specific yarn.
Hi, Sigal Alon!! Thanks so much! Happy New Year to you and your family! 🌻🌺🌼
You are the best crochet Teacher ever since a long time i wanted to crochet thankyou!!!!!😋😋
Hello😊
Awe! Thank you so much, @jeirssonvargas578! 🌺🌷🌺
What a nice way for you to start the year off for all the folks that would like to learn the craft. Very cool.
Awe! Thank you so much, Candy Grubisic !🌻🌺🌼
Thank you.
Thank you, Kimberly Aller! 🌈🌼🌸
Very good video. I started Way back when I was 9 years old , it been a 50 year journey so far, and I had no one to teach me except myself. We didn't have the internet so i went to the library and checked out craft books. Some of the patterns were old and goofy, so i learned to make up patterns on my own. There are several things I've learned to help myself....1) learn to read and graph out your stitches, it helps with figuring out a tough spot in a pattern or to remember a small series of repeating stitches in a pattern. 2) keep a notebook when working on a project, you CNA keep track of yarn and hook you use and changes or special notes for a project if you want to make it again. 3) I do use baskets, buckets, for small to medium projects.but I also use larger bins for larger projects. I keep my tools in one smallish snap type box, instead of several tins for each project. That is why I keep notebooks to record what each project needs. 4) I use plain aluminum hooks and hold my hook like a bicycle handle when working, and I found that the sportwrap athletes use makes an excellent gripp on my hook. It's easy to apply, wraps to itself, and can be easily added to or removed. 5) I've found that, for me, I use only an I hook,or a 5.5mm, when I make my Afghans. Makes it easy to keep track of. I love to crochet and I love your show. Thanks so much.
Hi Ruth M, Thanks so much for sharing. So glad you enjoyed it!! 🌺🌷🌸
This is great. I used to crochet years ago but I've always enjoyed knitting more. However, my mum used to crochet afghans for all the new grandchildren and now I'm a new grandmother so decided to make an afghan. Do I ever need practice. I used to crochet evenly without much trouble but I'm finding now it's awkward and the stitches aren't even. I'm amazed watching you crochet as all your movements look very smooth. I'm starting this series in order to practice and re-learn what I used to know. Looking forward to it.
That's a great idea, Potts! 👍 Thank you!! 🌺🌼🌸
Great video for newbies...
Thank you, vonda strauser! 🌈🌼🌸
Thank you for this video...I never had a teacher (self-taught from magazines) my granddaughter and I appreciate your help...this made me feel so much better about what I have verses thinking I need to spend a fortune just to enjoy crocheting...ty 😉
Oh I am so glad it was helpful to you, Kaye Pringle! Thank you. 🌼🌸🌼
Thank you!!!
So glad you enjoyed it, Dancing Moon!! Thank you! 🌷🌺🌷
Lovely video, thank you I use large freezer bags with tie handles to keep the WIPs in, also keeps them dust free, work straight from the bag
That's awesome, Sam Jones! I think thats an excellent idea! 🌸👍🌺
A very useful video for beginners or those, like me, who are starting again. About 18 years ago I went on a mostly knitting, with some crocheting, frenzy. Then I quit after 2 years and numerous scarves, hats and fingerless gloves.
A few weeks ago I became interested again, but discovered that my very large yarn collection contains no worsted or other weight acrylic. It's all wool, much of it bulky, and many kinds of fuzzy, sparkly, bumpy, or eyelash yarn!
Woe is me. Fortunately I have all the "needs", and more.
That's awesome, Anna Maria Stone! Glad you are crocheting again! Thank you!! 🌸👍🌺
I have been crocheting for years but always enjoy your videos with tips. Looking forward to your next class. Ruthann from North Carolina.
So glad you enjoyed it, Ruthann Leonard!! Thank you! 🌷🌺🌷
This is just lovely! I’ve been crocheting for years, but still like watching beginner videos. I wish there were videos like this 30 years ago when I started learning! My favorite hooks are my clover and furls hooks. I started learning on the boye/bates hooks, but my hands started cramping after awhile. I think when first learning, it’s good to start on the boye/bates hooks, but once you start doing projects, upgrade to hooks with grips on them or splurge on the furls hooks. You are a great teacher!!! Keep up the great work! 🥰🥰
Oh thank you so much, Cowtippin23! 🌺🌻🌸
This was a VERY good idea Christa! Well I can tell you that I have both a set of the Clover and Red Tulip hooks. And I am a pencil grip crocheter and I enjoy using both. I have NO problems using either. I don't have any little tins like you use, which I must say is a wonderful idea. What I do instead, if I may share, is I write down on the yarn label which hook I'm using for that project and I use Zip Lock bags, or I have a little project journal that I write down who the project is for (if it's a gift), the stitch name I'm using, the brand and colorway of yarn, starting chain, stitch multiple, project measurements, and which hook I'm using. I've also added, and this is strictly for me, the date I started the project and the finish date. Because I'm one of those that tends to get bored and will start another project. So if I put the dates it kinda puts a "fire under my backside" to get back to it and finish it. LOL! Thank you Christa sooo much for your tutorials and the time you take to produce them for all of us in the crochet community. Stay Hooked!
That is a great idea, Margie Avila! 👍 Thank you!! 🌺🌼🌸
I'm dying at your seatbelt situation!!! 🤣 Seriously glad you warned us about that one. And thanks for the tip on the pompom scissors. My scissors are not sufficient! What a great video for both beginners and more experienced crocheters!
So glad you enjoyed it, Nicole K!! Thank you! 🌷🌺🌷
I am starting a beginner class in crochet and your vedio on equipment was exactly what I needed! As a graduation gift to my students I hive the little box full of necessary items. Thank you so much. Marilyn K USA, Colorado
That will be awesome, Marilyn Kesinger! Great idea!! 🌸👍🌺
Great video very informatif for the new and veteran people who like to crochet
Hi, lyne Chartrand!! Thanks so much! 🌻🌺🌼
So excited for this series…I share it with my sister…trying to get her to crochet. She brought a yarn and hook but never started. We live about 100 miles apart. I have been crocheting for almost 60 years …love it!!! I want her to experience that same joy!!!
That's awesome, Sandara Moore! Thank you!! 🌸👍🌺
I am new to crocheting so I found this video very helpful
I am so glad it was helpful to you, @user-dt9uo2iu6v!! I have a beginner series that covers ALL the basics: bit.ly/3mTofkI Each topic is a separate video, so you can jump in to the exact technique you want to master. Let me know how you like it! 🌻🎀
I have been crocheting for over 40 years and you learn something new everyday love this idea of yours, I love the boy hooks the best one thing I have trouble with is weaving ends they seem fall out after one or two washes thanks for sharing
Hi, Cheryl-Lyl Baldr!! Thanks so much! Try those sharp tip needles - those ends can't budge! amzn.to/3qEGZWk 🌻🌺🌼
Great for beginners. My granddaughter wants to start, I will recommend this to her
Thank you, Christena Ritter! 🌈🌼🌸
Thank You for this.. I have watched many beginner videos and I think this very first one have been very through with the needs for the beginner..... I am just a beginner so I am constantly looking for videos... I am looking forward to watching this learning series...Right now I am trying to get the chain to a consistent tension...
That's awesome, Connie Maldonado! You will LOVE this new series then! So excited for you! Thanks! 🌸👍🌺
You are amazing thank you for your class Im really enjoyed the class great teacher . God bless you and your family always
Awe, Vanetza Menjivar!! Thanks so much! Happy New Year to you and your family as well! 🌻🌺🌼
hiya christa! well done...im sure the series will be appreciated by many. as i have taught quilting (which is so expensive now), ive told student to get what they can afford tied with what will last. xoxo
That's awesome, romayne carlin! Quilting can be SO fun! Thank you!! 🌸👍🌺
Great video!! After watching some of your videos I changed from bags to baskets. Love them so much better. The bags where always falling over and I had to dig in them to find my stuff. As a beginner I agree with all your suggestions. Must have basket, yarn, hook ( I like Clover), stitch markers and goodie tin. And don’t give up if you mess up. 😀
That's awesome, Lisa G! Thank you!! 🌸👍🌺
Hi Christa, I have been crocheting since the late 60's and enjoyed your review for the newbies. I started out with the metal Susan Bates and Boye. Later I found a local craftsman that made wooden hooks which worked very well, Recently I discovered Hobbi Lobby's Yarnnology and Michael's now carries Prym hooks which are similar and I like working with both. Your tip I found most useful during the past year was the retractable measuring tape. I mostly crochet afghans for a charity and keep a log of stitch, yarn, and finished size and the new tape was a wonderful suggestion. I also used your suggestion of the neck light which I got for Christmas. Love it!! As I am old school, I use a piece of yarn for a stitch marker. Thank you for your channels. I am getting a lot of helpful ideas and suggestions from you. Happy New Year !!
So glad you enjoyed it, Alice Godfrey!! Thank you! 🌷🌺🌷
Thank you Christa, you are always an inspiration.Have a wonderful j
Year. Roz
Oh thank you so much, Roz Ivey! 🌺🌻🌸
Thank you so much!!!
So glad you enjoyed it, Creative Success!! Thank you! 🌷🌺🌷
I haven't crocheted since I was a teenager, am now 57. Things have definitely changed. My 12 year old daughter has expressed interest in learning. I would love to teach her and restart myself. Thank you for creating this video. Can't wait to watch others. Hello from Minnesota!
Oh I am so glad to hear that, Kristine Caffey! Thank you!! 🌸🌼🌺
Great job Christa! Nailed it!!!🥰 Blessings from South Australia💕🐨
Hi, Kerryn Wright!! Thanks so much! Took me two tries - forgot neck lights and wip baskets the first time around. DOH! ha ha ha 🌻🌺🌼
@@SecretYarnery Not surprising with everything that you covered! You did awesome!!💕🐨
Nice job
Thank you, Runawayneedle Red! 🌈🌼🌸
The video was wonderful!! As a veteran crocheter, I nodded to so many things needed and not. You explained so clearly. I was just very impressed with this video content. Thank you!!
Oh I am so glad, Kenna Roberts! Thank you!! 🌸🌼🌺
Thank you very much. Roxane from Mauritius
So glad you enjoyed it, 08051952able!! Thank you! 🌷🌺🌷
Thank you so much. Such wonderful information. You are the best
Hi Brenda, Thanks so much!! 🌺🌷🌺
I love this video. I do have the stanwood ball winder and swift but I got a super good deal around thanksgiving or Christmas one year and paid less than half of the price for both. Im glad that I got it because I was a newbie and I was making a blanket. Somewhere I got off on the stitch count and way down the line I discovered my mistake. It was so much yarn to frog. I stopped...ordered the yarn ball winder and swift that I had just seen on a podcast and I wound up all those balls of yarn when it got delivered to me. Made starting that blanket over a whole lot easier than having yarn all over the floor tangled up in a huge mess. You are right....dont do blankets as a beginner! LOL
That's awesome, Quinell Leftwich! Congratulations on the great deal!! 🌸👍🌺
I love the Clover hooks. I started with Soft touch and have been adding the Clover ergonomics.
That's wonderful, Wanda Eaton! Thanks!! 🌺🌷🌸
Awesome video!
Thank you, Denise Faust! 🌈🌼🌸
PS I need to relearn to crochet because I have never held my working yarn correctly ! You didn't offer that as an option on your crochet goal poll you put up a few days ago 🤣 but that is my crochet goal for 2022. I'll be following along this beginner's class, too.
Thank you, Lee Ann Steinmetz! 🌈🌼🌸
I love my neck light.
Me too, Joyce Oakes! Thank you! 🌷🌸🌷
I shared your video with someone who wants to learn to crochet!
- I "cannot do without" my little SODIAL(R) Yarn Winder I bought 2 years ago from Amazon; it hardly takes any space on my multi-use table so it is permanently fixed on it, yet it takes at least 100g skein of any yarn I have thrown at it. Cakes don't roll around the floor like bullet skeins or balls and winding is fast. I also have a big Stanwood (it can barely cope with 200g) but I have only used it once: it takes lots of space and the cakes from my little winder are of better quality.
- An alternative to a necklight could be a magnifying glass with a light that you can hang from the neck or the same but in a form of a table lamp. Useful if you get into crocheting thin yarn in the future. I have all three but I have never used my neck light... I can see myself cooking with it during powercuts though.
- Clear plastic boxes with lids are also good for wips. I have several stacked in the corner. Mine are transparent so I can see what's in them.
- I also like using spiral stitch marker rings. They are easier to put on than safety pins and usually cost less - but they are not as secure as safety pins if you move the project around.
It just shows that apart from the must-have hook, yarn, and scissors everyone has their own idea of the list. ☺
You're awesome, Claptrap! LOVE your list of must haves!! Thank you!! 🌸👍🌺
Hey Christa, I have just started crocheting to help with my anxiety. I live in Australia and I really love your tutorials. Thank you so much for helping us.
Oh I am so glad you started to croceht, HC! Thank you!! 🌸🌼🌺
Thank you for your video. It is very helpful. I have trouble working with dark yarn the neck light will help. Looking forward to your next video.
Oh I am so glad, Shirley Gartland! Thank you!! 🌸🌼🌺
I was a Susan Bates hook girl for years …you turned me on to clover …now I have both ..and go to my clover for mostly all of my projects …Tks !!!
That's awesome, Janet Isabella! Thank you!! 🌸👍🌺
Thank you for sharing, I am just getting back into crocheting, theses were really great tips.
Oh I am so glad it was helpful to you, Irene Chandler! Thank you. 🌼🌸🌼
Great video. I would add a comfortable chair to sit on while you crochet! It is important to be ergonomically safe since we can get lost in that position for hours.
I agree Akshatha Kini! 👍 Thank you! 🌺🌻🌸
I really enjoyed the video for beginners . Very informative. I’ve been crocheting for 30+ yrs and I'm hoping to learn a few new tricks. Thank you Christa!
Hi, Jeanette Favaloro!! Thanks so much! Happy New Year to you and your family! 🌻🌺🌼
I’ve been crocheting for just a couple years now and I’m always looking to learn more. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. 🧶
Oh I am so glad you liked it, Lynn Raasakka! Thanks!🌻🌺🌼
I have been crocheting a long time BUT this is a great detailed walkthrough for beginners. I know a few people who I will show this video to. Thanks Crista!
So glad you enjoyed it, Shannon McCallister!! Thank you! 🌷🌺🌷
Hi
Well i have been crocheting for over 50,years i have always used susan bates hooks and i use pencil grips to put slide my hooks in to it. Now that I'm older it helps my hands.
Great idea, Darlyne Armstrong! 👍 Thank you!! 🌺🌼🌸
You’re right about hubby wanting a neck light. When he saw my neck light he thought it was cool. So, he got one for himself for when he’s building his models.
Hi, thankyou so much for sharing this great video. I just started Crotcheting last year, making Scratch Mitts for my New Grandson. Had a bunch of small balls of yarn which I made into a Granny Square Scrap Blanket. This video is so helpful in what to buy and what not to buy( don't need).
I've just subbed to your channel.
Thankyou so much for this series of videos.
Take care and stay safe.
Jen xx
So glad you are enjoying the series, Jennifer Brighty. Thank you for subscribing!🌸🌼🌺
I loved the first class ♥️. Thanks
So glad you enjoyed it, Mary Anne Magliocchi!! Thank you! 🌷🌺🌷
Altoid breath mint tins work great for small odds and ends. I love my Stanwood winder
Me too, @laurelmiller5717! Thank you! 🌷🌸🌷
I didn't want to spend a lot of money until I knew that this is something I would like. I went on Amazon and found a kit that was only$15 and it had everything I would need to start and a lot more. It has 9 different crochet hooks alone. Coopay Crochet Kit Beginners Crochet Hook Set with Crochet Yarn,58PCS Portable Crochet Set Ergonomic Crochet Hooks Travel Knitting Crochet Supplies
Great video. Can u do one showing how to use the yarn swift? Thanks so much.
Great idea, Jenny Simon! 👍 Thank you!! 🌺🌼🌸
Great video. Thank you for the information. I almost bought a yarn swift. Now I don't have to. 🤗
I agree Rose Renik! 👍 You have been saved just in time! ha ha ha Thank you! 🌺🌻🌸
How do you un join
I do not want to join it is not free . So please take me off and do not charge me. Brenda
Thank you for sharing l love clover hooks God bless
Oh thank you so much, Karen Watkins! You too!
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This was very helpful, thank you.
Oh I am so glad, page white! Thank you!! 🌸🌼🌺
This a very good video. I've been crocheting for a lot of years (more than 50) with just a hook, scissors, yarn & sometimes a needle. I just discovered stitch markers in the last year. And I picked up a neck light at my Lowe's hardware & lumber store last week - it takes batteries. I did finally also get a large yarn ball winder (to make it easier on my wrists - I'm 58), off from Amazon for around $40 - I checked them out with other people first & shopped for my best deal. I totally agree with everything that you said in this video, some people want to buy all of the bells & whistles to start & invest a lot of money that they really don't need to.
Hi, Lisa the Grammy Scattered!! Thanks so much! I really appreciate your feedback! Hugs! 🌻🌺🌼
Great tips for a begginner!
I loved especially the part about choosing yarn. I'd 100% go for something dark and fuzzy and then die in the process of learning, so thank you for keeping me sane. :P
Oh I am so glad it was helpful to you, Arek Arkadiusz! I wanted fuzzy yarn when I started too! Hugs! 🌼🌸🌼
This is a awesome video for older crocheters could learn a few things too.Thank for this awesome video. I am 54 years old
Oh I am so glad you liked it, @deborahaugust9454! Thanks!🌻🌺🌼
Love this video. When I started to crochet all I had was a skein of Red Heart Super saver yarn, 5mm hook, scissors and needle. Looking forward to the next video.
Oh I am so glad, Ambi Sherman! Thank you!! 🌸🌼🌺
Thank you...Very nice explanation ☺️❤
Oh I am so glad you liked it, @nithiya_catherine! Thanks!🌻🌺🌼
Great watch for new and experienced crocheters, thank you. Really looking forward to the others. x
So glad you enjoyed it, Evelyn Leiper!! Thank you! 🌷🌺🌷
Krista, you always produce such highly professional and easily understandable and detailed videos. I’ve been crocheting for 50 years and I would personally rate you as number 1 for UA-cam crochet instruction. I always pick up new ideas from you and always love watching and listening to you. Congrats on your new series of classes 💕🌻💚🥰🎊🎊🎊💕💕💚💚💕💚
BTW, I’m having trouble locating the Kericho Gold tea from your link and would like to give you the credit when purchasing it. Thanks again for all your amazing effort. You’re beautiful inside and out. Love from nyc ❤️❤️❤️
Awe! Thank you so much, Donaca Tanguma! You're so FABULOUS!! Made my day. Here is a link to my tea.. can't find any that are Prime, though. :( amzn.to/32VhdEO 🌺🌷🌺
Thank you for your tips great ideas
So glad you enjoyed it, Maria Solorio!! Thank you! 🌷🌺🌷
Very informative
Thank you, pollyj4 Jam! 🌈🌼🌸
I use a tin that cookies came in from Dollar General the hooks, needles, and scissors (from Dollar Tree) all fit in and easier to have everything together
Great idea, Dm Tnw! 👍 Thank you!! 🌺🌼🌸
Thank you christa for this video I need to go and buy a needle threader
I know, riiiiight, Lisa Knits!?? ...or 60. ha ha ha
Totally! 🌸🌼🌺
When I started there was a great kit on amazon with a bunch of different sized ergonomic hooks, stitch markers, a case, needles, and snips for about $14 USD. It was perfect for getting started. I have acquired a whole bunch of other stuff along the way, but it had everything I needed- just add yarn.
Great idea! Yes, those are great for beginners. Thank you! 👏🏻🔥💝
That’s exactly what I use is an Altoids container. My favorite hook now since I’ve been crocheting since I was 8years old is a furls, but when I first started it was a Susan Bates. I’m a pencil grip and I love in-line hooks. Thanks for sharing and doing this series. I find interesting. Have a good night!!!
So glad you enjoyed it, Traci Perdue!! Thank you! 🌷🌺🌷
Your Welcome!!!
Wow thanks 😊
Oh I am so glad it was helpful to you, Martha Botha! Super happy you found me! Thank you. 🌼🌸🌼
Thank you so much for this awesome video!! I'm just getting back into crochet and was looking at ball winders plus your tips helped me narrow down what I actually need!!
Oh I am so glad it was helpful to you, Tammy Bunge! Thank you. 🌼🌸🌼
Great video, useful even for older crocheter. An alternative to the neck light is a forehead light. I got 2 rechargeable ones so that 1 is always ready. I'd add magnifying glasses to the list of handy things, or a magnifying glass at least (but this could be an age-related suggestion). I especially like your diy handles on the threaders.
So glad you enjoyed it, Mary Downs!! Thank you! 🌷🌺🌷
I invested in a rechargeable crochet hook set and I am loving it
That's awesome, @AndineJordan! Thank you!! 🌸👍🌺
This was really great!!!! I wish I had seen this video when I started. There was so much I thought I had to have and I now don’t touch some of it (most of it). I would just add for anyone who reads this Clover hooks! Don’t waste your money on other hooks, and the neck light is more of a need than I initially thought. I travel with 2 of them!! And own 3 lol 😂
Hi, Kim Yearyean!! SEE? Now that is what I WANT to say!!! Bwah ha ha ha!! 🌻🌺🌼
Great new content Krista! After crocheting for 10 years, I find that starting out, we tend to try everything until we realize what we really don’t need. If I were a new crocheter, I would’ve started out with clover, hands down! Lol. My favorite worsted weight to this day is and always will be, 4 worsted, although I use 5 bulky Bernat blanket yarn for baby blankets. As for stitch markers, I make my own after purchasing and losing them in various work, I make my own stitch markers, lol.
That's awesome, She Crochets ByCoolCraftyCreations! Thanks for sharing! I would have started with a Clover too!! ...not that little 4mm prym and DK weight yarn... ha ha ha! Thank you!! 🌸👍🌺
Thank you for taking the time to do these classes. My goal for 2022 is to learn how to crochet and I know you channel will be a big help! Excited to watch all your upcoming classes! 🧶💮
That's an awesome goal, DesertSkyCacti! Thank you!! 🌸👍🌺
I crocheted many years ago but I can't remember all the stitches , so now I am retired I want to start crocheting again. I remember having a hard time keeping the yarn tension the same.. I love crocheting so wish me luck
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Oh I am so glad you are going to start crocheting again, Linda Ward! Thank you!! 🌸🌼🌺
Thanks you for the class.
I started with the aluminium crochets. They were great for starting. Then I bought the Clover hooks. They are way better.
What I need is a necklight and wip baskets. What I want is a yarn cutter necklace (so beautiful 😍).
Happy new year.
Oh thank you so much, Brebis Emplumee! Happy New Year to you too! 🌺🌻🌸
My first love as a hook goes is and will always be clover soft touch. I have recently started using clover amour. I do like them especially for acrylic yarn. The soft touch can be used on any yarn and it's just comfortable and allows you to keep consistent tension. Favorite yarn is paintbox with stylecraft a close second. The pallets are wide with 56 to 78 colors choices. Inexpensive for a quality yarn. Good for stash building.
Great tips, Jen Deal! 👍 Thank you!! 🌺🌼🌸
@@SecretYarnery this is a great series you are doing. Even for those of us that have been at it a while. I love that you put links in for things. Thank you so much for keeping us inspired especially in these trying times 💙
Christa, Thanks for a excellent video. Just laughing you can teach a old dog new tricks. I said things that I do not have. I liked that you said there are some clover hooks individually that are longer. But my one thing I would like to know about the plastic hooks? I impressed a bit on the basket 🧺 for your projects. An since I invest in so much other things I do need a winder that you suggested in your video.
Happy New Year 2022 to your family. Too the rest of the Crochet families out there.
Thank you 🤗
Oh I am so glad! Thank you!! 🙋🏼♀️🌺🌈
@@SecretYarnery You are very welcome. I signed up the membership you were talking about so exciting to be part of. Thanks again 🤗
That's awesome!!🙌🏻💯💖
Thanks Christa
Hi, Susan Hebert!! 🌻🌺🌼
Amazing advice
Glad it was helpful, Mary Boumaraf. Thank you!! 🌺🌷🌺
hello, I thought I was the only one who had several projects on the go at the same time, and I use cloth bags that have handles, I have several with scissors and markers, whenever I go out I take one to knit, if I have to wait, thanks for your videos
Hi, @olgajudithespinoespino8106!! Thanks so much for sharing! 🌻🌺🌼
Fantastic video Christa. I've been crocheting for two years and this was very informative and useful for all crocheters. Happy New years to you and your family.
Oh thank you so much, Melissa Long! To you and your family as well! 🌺🌻🌸
This makes me feel like I've been doing crochet all wrong. I have been crocheting 15 years and just this year I bought that exact little ball winder, a yarn bowl, neck light, needle threader, and some wip bags. I feel like my life is so much easier now!
I only own one set of cheap aluminum hooks, a set of plastic circle stittch markers, one pair of small scissors, and metal needles. 🤷
Thanks for your feedback, @jenniferd9043! 🌴🍨✨
I wish you had this in early December when my kids were asking me what I wanted... I told them furls crochet needles... but there are a few things on your want list that I had forgotten about... 😆 🤣 😂 😹
That would have been awesome, Felicia Berg! Thank you!! 🌸👍🌺
Love all of your videos Christa! 😊👍🧶
Hi, Pat Tallant!! Thanks so much! Happy New Year to you and your family! 🌻🌺🌼
Awesome! Now I want..no, I NEED a neck lite..lol!!
Hi, Pamela Freeman!! Yes... you probably do!! ;) 🌻🌺🌼
very nice and helpful videos for beginners to watch, after watching this you will know everything you need :)
i also totally agree with those lighted up hooks. when i started i saw those and got a set in order to use it at nighttime when i cant sleep (i have very strong sleeping issues almost my entire life) but they arent very helpful. they cause headaches and hurt the eyes and the material they are made of (at least mine) isnt very nice-almost every sort of yarn makes squeaky sounds, especially acrylic, and they are also quite fragile-the smaller sizes snap of very easy. and its not that i got the super cheap sets for 10$, it was a middle range priced set (i believe about 30-35$). but im very picky with crochet hooks in general-if the hook is bad, the project will not turn out as nice as it could be and a bad hook can also ruin the entire fun. you dont need super expensive ones, but they have to be good.
I agree Dave! 👍 Thank you for your feedback! 🌺🌻🌸
@@SecretYarnery you are very welcome 🥰🥰
i hope more people, especially younger, will try it out. its such a great hobby ☺️
Me too, Dave! Thank you! 🌷🌸🌷
@@SecretYarnery 🥰
Loved the video. Rigid retractable tape measure is great the clover tailor tape measure is great for measuring heads for hats or making other garments. I love my clover hooks and also my yarn mania interchangeable set it has a addi swing style handle is cheaper than an addi swing set of hooks. My picture is the yarn mania set!
Sounds fabulous, Theresa Morrison! Thanks!! 🌺🌷🌸
Thanks!
Oh I am so glad, @ashleyroseshaw6173! Thank you!! 🌸🌼🌺
Great video Christa! Thank you!!😊🧶
Thank you, Karla G Castro! 🌈🌼🌸
Great video 😊
So glad you enjoyed it, Tammy Scott!! Thank you! 🌷🌺🌷
This is perfect, wish I had known most of this when I first started
Me too, Brenda Scuccimarri! Thank you! 🌷🌸🌷
Love your videos always Christa! 😊👍🧶
So glad you enjoy them, Pat Tallant!! You're my girl! Thank you! 🌷🌺🌷