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Crochet, — a species of knitting originally practised by the peasants in Scotland, with a small hooked needle called a shepherd's hook, — has, within the last seven years, aided by taste and fashion, obtained the preference over all other ornamental works of a similar nature.
Crochet is a way of creating fabric from yarn or thread using a crochet hook to pull loops of yarn through other loops. It is similar to knitting , except that usually only one loop is active at one time, and that a crochet hook is used instead of knitting needles.
To crochet, start by choosing the yarn you want to use. Check the yarn's label for tips on which hook size you should use. Most crochet projects start with a chain stich. First, make a loop with your yarn. Next, guide your hook through the loop under the tail of the yarn, and pull it back out.
A French crocheter born in 1829, Mademoiselle Riego de la Branchardiere, wrote the first crochet pattern, and published crochet and knitting books. Despite being French, she’s credited for the invention of Irish crochet.
List of crochet stitches. Crochet stitches have different terminology in different countries. Schematic crochet symbols have a consistent meaning internationally.
Learn the amazing history of crochet from when it was first “invented” until the modern age of what we call now crocheting. Crochet as we know it, beloved by millions around the world has a rich history.
In this step-by-step guide, we will discuss how to crochet. We’ll cover everything you need to know to get started – from the basics of how to hold your hook, to the six most common crochet stitches. We’ll even talk about the best yarn to use and where you can find easy crochet patterns for free.
History of Crochet. Crochet is one of those hobbies where the starting point is unknown. It's a morphing of hobbies clashing together such as knitting, tapestry, rug hooking and weaving techniques. Croche is the Middle French word hook.
The true origins of crochet are shrouded in mystery and remain largely undocumented. Some sources suggest that crochet originated in Arabia, where it spread along Arab trade routes to other parts of the Mediterranean. Others claim that crochet has roots in indigenous South American tribes.
A crochet hook (or crochet needle) is an implement used to make loops in thread or yarn and to interlock them into crochet stitches. It is a round shaft pointed on one end, with a lateral groove behind it.