I just saw this on the internet! Wow! It must have taken a tonne of work.
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It surely has! And for what, one wonders? Just to take a picture that people will marvel at and wonder at her patience?
But well, it’s her time, her yarn, if she got a kick out of it, who am I to judge?
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wonder if its that lady with the kitty cat, I showed that one some months ago, July, and I don’t think its the same lady
Could this be AI generated? It seems a bit off.
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So pretty and neatly done. I want to learn crochet so bad. What’s a nice design for a first timer?
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- Buy an aluminum crochet without a handle, unless you have arthritis. Those with a rubber grip/handle have too short a shaft, and all the bulk hinders your work.
- First learn the basic stitches, which are single crochet (double crochet in the UK), double crochet (treble in the UK) and chain. You have to make a few items with just that, to get the motion going, regularity of stitches and some speed.
Here is how to make a chain, with proper crochet holding technique, that does not tire the hands, does not put unnecessary tension on fingers or wrists, and gives you the basics for lightning speed one day:
https://youtu.be/z7LNIX5J6LU?si=6QqHIdjOlwuFTQFb
and this:
https://youtu.be/OCgXAdytUuk?si=sRBvIpVbCvNipFKH
If you go to YouTube, you will see that most English-language tutorials hold their hook as a knife, instead of as a pencil. Europeans and Latin Americans and most Russians hold it like a pencil, as in the videos above. You need dexterity not force. We hold the knife like this because we need strength to cut meat or vegetables. But we need fine control of small movements when we write, and that’s why we hold the pencil as we do, and don’t grab it like a knife. You will also see some people crocheting while holding their left index finger up in the air. This is very bad for the hands, it may bring problems later. Why tire oneself? Hands should be relaxed.
Some of them hold the hook with the hook part pointing up. This is absurd. The hook should always be turned downwards.
Anyway, you can learn stitches from whichever video, no matter how they hold their yarn and hook, that’s not a problem. Just ignore that part.
Usually people make potholders or washcloths at this stage.
Then you learn to work in the round, and the most classic thing to learn is the so-called granny square.
And it’s a good idea to learn how to read charts, which give you a visual clue of what you have to do. You just have to learn which symbol is for each stitch, and then charts will be your best friend.
This is how a granny square looks in a chart. Compared to word description, comprehension is more immediate. Especially if each row has a different colour, as in the following chart.
I promise you, when you master those three basic stitches, everything else is child’s play, and you can make literally everything.
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Things I often teach others to do first if they don’t know what to do, is a simple keychain. It includes most basic stitches and is quick to finish so it gives everyone a bit of a success feeling rather quickly and motivates them.
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good old-fashioned “granny square”, or the worry worms( find on Pinterest,and ■■■■■■■■ “an act of crochet kindness” these are very easy to do) oops FaceB the worry worms have a little card to go with them, AND per juliasreise, can be made into key chains, 15 minutes the max.
irmar love the design!!! and yes very easy to do!
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Wow! Thank you for taking time to reply to my comments. I really appreciate and take note of this.
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thought this may be of intrest to the crocheters ere
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there are other cute patterns on here as well
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oh wow almost a year, going to try and get some of my stuff on here!
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this is something neat, I didnt know
hop[e you enjoy some “history”
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In the early 20th century, needlework, crocheting, and other forms of handcrafts were not merely hobbies; they were fundamental skills taught to young women and girls across many cultures. These crafts were part of daily life, a necessity for most women who contributed to their household’s clothing, linens, and decorative items. Mastery in needlework and crocheting was often seen as a marker of a young woman’s preparation for adulthood, household management, and even marriage in certain communities.
The practice of needlework and crocheting had roots in the centuries-old traditions of sewing and weaving, activities originally passed down orally and through practice. By the 1800s, these crafts gained prominence with the rise of printed pattern books and the popularization of crocheting as an accessible art form that allowed women of various social classes to create their own designs. This trend continued into the early 20th century, where young women, as seen in vintage photographs, could be seen gathering to practice their needlework skills, often in the company of friends or family.
For many women, these crafts offered both a social and economic outlet. Needlework was a means of creative expression, a way to make beautiful, individualized garments or household items. Crocheting, in particular, became increasingly popular due to the versatility and ease of producing patterns. Women would create intricate doilies, lace, and even clothing items that were highly valued both within the household and in the broader marketplace. In many working-class communities, these crafts provided an essential source of supplemental income, with women selling their handmade items at local markets or through informal networks.
Additionally, needlework and crocheting carried cultural significance, varying by region and heritage. In some cultures, specific patterns and techniques were associated with regional identities, passed down through generations as a link to heritage. For immigrant communities, maintaining these traditions was also a way to preserve cultural identity in new environments. These crafts provided a creative outlet and a sense of pride, connecting young women with their familial and cultural histories while contributing to their self-sufficiency.
By the mid-20th century, mass production began to lessen the necessity of handcrafts, with affordable, factory-made clothing and household items becoming more accessible. Yet, even as industrialization shifted the domestic landscape, needlework and crocheting remained cherished activities for many. Women continued these crafts out of tradition, and over time, they became valued for their artistic and nostalgic qualities, offering a link to the past and to the labor-intensive, skillful work of earlier generations.
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Yes back then lots of things were different. But we used to put it around a chair and do it like this.
Mary, something went awry with your posting links… did you see?
oh my goodness I just seen it! will try & clear it up!! my apologies y’all, I cleared it up
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what happened? no one interested??
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not sure, I keep looking at times. Currently I crochet another bunny for Easter, had to look the posted video I did in 2023. Many links aren’t here, when Viki did something they disappeared…
Will you do something, Mary?
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I will have to think about it. Viki is and was an awesome place; I just hate to see it disappear. Sure, we could go to other links. One I do go to is YT and a few others, but it isn’t Viki!! I do enjoy talking to others like you Simi11, I also think I mentioned this a year or so about Viki disappearing.
I am a senior person and I do love the friendship& fellowship here, I’d rather stay here than go to other sites./
ok now on to crocheting…
Have you done a multicolored granny square and made a lapghan? That’s what I want to start. when I finish I will share. I am still doing the worry worms.
ok I got it started…
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Well I don’t have time to follow on other platforms either, it’s too much and it’s not only my focus. I started working out… they have few programs for older folks, Im like you, a senior now, I’m always the youngest where ever I join, lol. Yesterday I went to an intro workshop for handreflexmassage, that was very interesting. Google it and try some massaging on your specific spots, it can help a bit in various areas!! Your hands just like your feet are connected to your body and organs!
No I haven done a granny square… not sure I will… I’m trying to participate at a flea market this in April, so I have to prepare for that.
I want to crochet a bunny just like a ball small for my grandson who’ll be 4 months, Im curious how he will react to it 
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