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1. CROCHET
is a type of needlecraft in which you use a
hook to create fabric from loops of yarn.
Crochet can be used to make everything from
blankets and scarves to hats and sweaters. If
you're looking for a fun, creative way to spend
your free time, crochet may be the perfect
activity for you!

2. Beginner crochet supplies
Before you can start stitching, you’ll need some
supplies! You will need a crochet hook, yarn, and a
needle for weaving in ends.
 Crochet hooks: Crochet hooks come in a variety
of sizes and materials. When choosing a crochet
hook, be sure to choose one that is comfortable
for you to use.

4.  Yarn: Yarn comes in many different weights
and textures, so it’s important to choose the
right type of yarn for your project. beginners
start with a medium weight, light color yarn.
 A tapestry needle for weaving in ends
 Scissors
 A ruler or measuring tape for measuring
gauge swatches and pattern pieces.

6. Basic Crochet Stitches
There are many different types of crochet stitches,
each with its own unique look and feel.
A crochet project starts with a chain stitch. This is
simply a loop of yarn that you create by wrapping
the yarn around your hook and pulling it through
the loop on the hook. You then use subsequent
stitches to build upon this chain stitch.

7. SINGLE CROCHET. Work a single crochet by
inserting your hook into the next chain stitch, grabbing a
strand of yarn, and pulling it through the loop on the
hook. You then yarn over (wrap the yarn around the
hook once more) and pull through both loops on the
hook to complete the stitch.
There are many other basic crochet stitches,
including half-double crochet, double crochet, treble
crochet, and slip stitch.

9. THE BENEFITS OF CROCHETING
As with any creative art, crochet too has many benefits.
1. Crocheting reduces stress and anxiety
Almost all of us feel stressed or anxious in our daily life.
By crocheting and allowing ourselves to be creative,
we are taking our mind off from whatever has been troubling us.

10. By focusing on the repetitive motions of
individual stitches and counting rows, our
mind is able to be more relaxed and freer
from anxious ideas and thoughts.

11. 2. Crocheting Relaxes your mind
The repetitive and continuous stitching transforms the
mind into a sort of a mindfulness that is very similar to
meditation. Without actually meditating the traditional
way, you are reaping the benefits of meditation through
crocheting. If you are somebody that has failed
repeatedly on your resolution to start meditating, you
should probably allow yourselves to try crocheting.

12. 3. Relieves depression
When we do something we like, our brains
release a chemical known as dopamine that affects
our emotions and functions like a natural anti-
depressant.
Scientists believe that crafts, such as crocheting,
can make us feel happier and better about
ourselves.

13. 4. Crocheting Increases Productivity
We all love that feeling of accomplishment. Right
when you finish your document, task, or
project, don’t you feel elated?
Crocheting offers such possibilities. You have so many
colours and possibilities that will keep you hooked to
the activity no matter what. Crocheting can never be
boring. It is a great way to feel productive.

14. 5. Crocheting – Lends Itself to Group Activities
For those who seek therapy benefits in group settings,
crocheting can be supremely beneficial.
By working in a craft, like crocheting those in a group can
immediately have some way of relating to the other group
members, and it may help function as an ice breaker for more
serious conversations. Even if you aren’t actively seeking
therapy, you can benefit from the sense of community that
crocheting can bring.

15. 6. Crochet builds your self-esteem by being productive
We all want to feel productive and useful, and by working up
a project to give as a gift or sell at a craft festival, we can do
just that.
Though we don’t craft just for the compliments, a little bit of
external compliments by someone buying your finished item
or your gift recipient wearing that crochet hat you made all
winter long can truly build the self-esteem we need.