Crocket has so many endless possibilities and this is a craft that many people have taken up due to its versatility and creativity. You can create stylish clothing, decorations and cosy blankets with this skill and it will give you another avenue of self-expression.

There are some essential supplies

That every beginner should have when they learn to crochet. The main element is yarn and as there are many options available, you can select medium weight yard as it is easy to work with. You can select a light colour so that it is easier to see your stitches clearly. You can choose soft yarn made from a wool and acrylic blend or from acrylic as these materials will make handling the yarn more convenient. You will also need to select a set of quality crochet hooks in different sizes. As a beginner, you can look for hooks that start from about 3.5 mm and go up to 66.5mm as these can be commonly used with medium weight yarn. You need to look for comfortable handles that will fit well in your hand. Hand fatigue can be quite common in crocheting and having a comfortable handle can be a good way to prevent this when you have extended crocheting sessions.

Yarn needles or tapestry needles are required

For weaving in ends and sewing different crochet pieces together. You need to look for needles that have large eyes and can easily accommodate yarn. A good idea is to have a blunt tip so that you can prevent the accidental splitting of yarn fibres when you weave in ends. You will also need a good pair of scissors so that you can cut the yarn precisely and cleanly. You can keep these in your crochet pouch for trimming the yarn tails and cutting off any excess strains. To keep track of certain points in your crochet project, you can use stitch markers. For example, a stitch marker can be used to mark where to decrease or increase stitches. There are commercial stitch markers that can be used or you can even make your own stitch markers using yarn scraps. Make sure that you have a measuring tape so that accurate measurements can be taken. This will ensure your crochet project stay the right size. A flexible measuring tape is needed for this.

There are many resources

You can rely on as a beginner such as pattern books and online resources. There are websites that offer free patterns and instructions for people of different crocheting skill levels. There are also blogs, online tutorials and videos that you can refer to learn more about this craft. You can use storage solutions such as organisers, yarn bowls and project bags to keep your crochet supplies organised. This will make all the items accessible as well. It can be quite relaxing learning to crochet but you have to be mindful about the strain on your shoulders, back and neck if you are not sitting comfortably. Make sure to select a supportive chair with good back support so that you can have a more ergonomic seating arrangement.