Learn to Crochet The Single Crochet - Beginner Lesson

"The single crochet is one of the easiest and most basic stitch for a beginner to learn. It is an essential building block used in many pattern types. This tutorial has step by step written directions, a photo lesson and covers written pattern language as well as the stitch symbol seen in stitch diagrams. Worsted, medium weight (size 4) yarn and size H8 or I9 crochet hook are recommended for this lesson. Choose a light colored, but not white yarn to learn with."

Crochet HookH/8 or 5 mm hook, I/9 or 5.5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet GaugeNo gauge is needed for this lesson

Finished Sizepractice swatch - no finished size

Materials List

• worsted, medium weight yarn in a light, but not white color
• size H8 or I9 crochet hook