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Crochet for Beginners: Quick and Easy Way to Master Spectacular Crochet Stitches in 3 Days
Do you have no clue where to start when it comes to crocheting? Discover simple techniques to create amazing patterns in just three days. Have you tried crocheting only to get confused by the stitches, hooks, and other details? Have you given up or put your crocheting projects on the back burner hoping for an easier way? Author Emma Brown learned to crochet and knit at her grandmother’s feet and has started crochet circles in just about every city she’s lived in. Now Brown is sharing all of her grandmother's secrets with you.
In Crochet for Quick and Easy Way to Master Spectacular Crochet Stitches in 3 Days, Brown walks you through various crochet techniques step-by-step. Gone are the complicated explanations and confusing terminology, replaced by beautiful, easy-to-follow visuals. Brown's smart system can take you from beginner level all the way up through more complex projects like crocheting afghans. In no time, you'll feel more comfortable with this relaxing, artistic, and satisfying process.
Inside Crochet for Beginners, you’ll to master almost any crochet pattern in as little as three daysHow to make all 21 gorgeous crochet patterns featured in the bookThe specific hooks to purchase for your projects and how to know which stitches are whichA comprehensive glossary of those tricky crochet terms10 fast-track tips to get you started quickly and easily, and much, much more!Crochet for Beginners is an incredible resource for any crochet fan, whether you're a beginner or an experienced pro. If you like your crochet instructions packed full of tutorials, diagrams, and full-color photos, then you’ll love Brown's landmark book.
Buy Crochet for Beginners to stitch your hobby together today!
In Crochet for Quick and Easy Way to Master Spectacular Crochet Stitches in 3 Days, Brown walks you through various crochet techniques step-by-step. Gone are the complicated explanations and confusing terminology, replaced by beautiful, easy-to-follow visuals. Brown's smart system can take you from beginner level all the way up through more complex projects like crocheting afghans. In no time, you'll feel more comfortable with this relaxing, artistic, and satisfying process.
Inside Crochet for Beginners, you’ll to master almost any crochet pattern in as little as three daysHow to make all 21 gorgeous crochet patterns featured in the bookThe specific hooks to purchase for your projects and how to know which stitches are whichA comprehensive glossary of those tricky crochet terms10 fast-track tips to get you started quickly and easily, and much, much more!Crochet for Beginners is an incredible resource for any crochet fan, whether you're a beginner or an experienced pro. If you like your crochet instructions packed full of tutorials, diagrams, and full-color photos, then you’ll love Brown's landmark book.
Buy Crochet for Beginners to stitch your hobby together today!
143 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 16, 2014
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September 6, 2024
Quick little book on Kindle Unlimited. Didn't give anything different to what I can already do and just kept giving links to videos.
September 11, 2022
How I re-learned to crochet
I first learned to crochet over 50 years ago and was very keen on it, but after a few years my life got busier so set it aside in favor of other things such a as family, career, etc. Over the year I've done lots of other "crafty things like sewing clothes for myself and my children, embroidery, and knitting.
But now that I want to crochet I have found that I've forgotten how
I've looked at other books but the language was clumsy and the illustrations or photos were not that helpful for me.
This book while not perfect , does excel in both explanations and diagrams or illustrations. Not only can I simply pick up a book and just start, but if I get stuck the book is right here to look it up!
Plus, it came to me from Kindle Unlimited so I got it for free! And if I decide to keep it forever in my library the cost is very reasonable.
I first learned to crochet over 50 years ago and was very keen on it, but after a few years my life got busier so set it aside in favor of other things such a as family, career, etc. Over the year I've done lots of other "crafty things like sewing clothes for myself and my children, embroidery, and knitting.
But now that I want to crochet I have found that I've forgotten how
I've looked at other books but the language was clumsy and the illustrations or photos were not that helpful for me.
This book while not perfect , does excel in both explanations and diagrams or illustrations. Not only can I simply pick up a book and just start, but if I get stuck the book is right here to look it up!
Plus, it came to me from Kindle Unlimited so I got it for free! And if I decide to keep it forever in my library the cost is very reasonable.
January 16, 2020
We Were All Beginners At Some Point! U Can Do It!
I got this book to see if there r n e new stitches. I've been crocheting n knitting n tatting for over 50 years. This book is great for beginners. Just look at diagrams n GO SLOW! The whole idea of crocheting is for relaxing. As u look thru the internet u will see CAL (crochet-a-long) projects. B sure u know ur stitches b4 trying these bcuz u will b sucked into feeling like u have to go fast n have to keep up with everyone else n u lose the relaxation aspect of crocheting. Learn by using worsted weight yarn so u can see ur stitches n can easily frog (rip out ur work) incase of a mistake. U can do it n this is the perfect book to begin ur journey into the world of crocheting!!
I got this book to see if there r n e new stitches. I've been crocheting n knitting n tatting for over 50 years. This book is great for beginners. Just look at diagrams n GO SLOW! The whole idea of crocheting is for relaxing. As u look thru the internet u will see CAL (crochet-a-long) projects. B sure u know ur stitches b4 trying these bcuz u will b sucked into feeling like u have to go fast n have to keep up with everyone else n u lose the relaxation aspect of crocheting. Learn by using worsted weight yarn so u can see ur stitches n can easily frog (rip out ur work) incase of a mistake. U can do it n this is the perfect book to begin ur journey into the world of crocheting!!
January 3, 2022
So helpful for a beginner
I've been a knitter since I took an after school class in the 5th grade and I'm so glad that class was offered. While knitting has given me years of enjoyment I've developed some arthritis which makes it difficult to continue the hobby. Crochet has come to the rescue. To be honest I find crocheting much more relaxing. Emma Brown has written a wonderful book for the absolute beginner. Everything is explained patiently and thoroughly. This kindle book has links for video explanations if needed. Thanks Emma!
I've been a knitter since I took an after school class in the 5th grade and I'm so glad that class was offered. While knitting has given me years of enjoyment I've developed some arthritis which makes it difficult to continue the hobby. Crochet has come to the rescue. To be honest I find crocheting much more relaxing. Emma Brown has written a wonderful book for the absolute beginner. Everything is explained patiently and thoroughly. This kindle book has links for video explanations if needed. Thanks Emma!
May 28, 2018
I enjoyed this book,easy enjoyable. Now we can do this together. Thank you we e
Thank you good book. My granddaughter will have fun learning how to. Crochet.she has her yarn so she's ready
L
Thank you good book. My granddaughter will have fun learning how to. Crochet.she has her yarn so she's ready
L
September 14, 2018
Easy Crochet
Wow this was really well written. So easy to understand. I knew some crochet, but this have me so much more. Opened up the world of crochet. Thank you goes to the author. So simple a child can understand at least some of the basics.
Wow this was really well written. So easy to understand. I knew some crochet, but this have me so much more. Opened up the world of crochet. Thank you goes to the author. So simple a child can understand at least some of the basics.
December 31, 2019
3.5/5 Stars
An excellent step by step primer for the new crocheter (like me). At first I was bothered with the print only instructions because I knew it could lead to problems. What I loved is she has linked You-Tube videos in the ebook version of the book.
An excellent step by step primer for the new crocheter (like me). At first I was bothered with the print only instructions because I knew it could lead to problems. What I loved is she has linked You-Tube videos in the ebook version of the book.
November 19, 2020
Just okay
There are a couple of awful patterns given the right project, but the instructions are vague and, IMO, not at all clear enough for the beginner. If you're new to crochet, I would suggest learning from a different source.
There are a couple of awful patterns given the right project, but the instructions are vague and, IMO, not at all clear enough for the beginner. If you're new to crochet, I would suggest learning from a different source.
February 15, 2023
Great Basic/Intro Book
Liked that basic abbreviations explained for patterns and shows the basic stitches clearly.
It doesn't dictate 'Musts' keeps the possibilities for creativity/ freedom, open.
Liked that basic abbreviations explained for patterns and shows the basic stitches clearly.
It doesn't dictate 'Musts' keeps the possibilities for creativity/ freedom, open.
December 13, 2025
Good book on crochet basics
This a nice little book on the basic crochet techniques and stitches for beginners. It includes YouTube how-to video links and a glossary of common terms.
This a nice little book on the basic crochet techniques and stitches for beginners. It includes YouTube how-to video links and a glossary of common terms.
October 21, 2017
Good useful information
As someone returning to crochet after more than a decade this had some great refresher information and some fun projects too.
As someone returning to crochet after more than a decade this had some great refresher information and some fun projects too.
July 14, 2018
Good for beginners
Simple, easy to understand. Good illustrations and the links to videos is a great idea. There are a few simple patterns to try as well.
Simple, easy to understand. Good illustrations and the links to videos is a great idea. There are a few simple patterns to try as well.
April 28, 2019
Great choice for beginners
The book is easy to understand. I recommended this to a family member. I also picked up some great pointers.
The book is easy to understand. I recommended this to a family member. I also picked up some great pointers.
July 24, 2019
Great tutorial
The direct link to videos describing how stitches and projects are done along with the written pattern was a great addition.
The direct link to videos describing how stitches and projects are done along with the written pattern was a great addition.
October 16, 2019
Good information for a beginner,good illustrations and graphs
November 20, 2019
Longtime artist reviews Crochet for Beginners
After over 50 years as a crochet artist I was pleased to read this book. The instructions are quite easy to understand.
After over 50 years as a crochet artist I was pleased to read this book. The instructions are quite easy to understand.
January 2, 2020
Great for Beginners!
Got this for my wife...she glanced at the info in the 1st 3 chapters...now we are shopping for yarn and hooks!
Thanks, Emma!
Got this for my wife...she glanced at the info in the 1st 3 chapters...now we are shopping for yarn and hooks!
Thanks, Emma!
February 27, 2020
Great book!
Lots of great information. Many projects to make. Easy instructions. Love the patterns. Plan on making most of the projects.
Lots of great information. Many projects to make. Easy instructions. Love the patterns. Plan on making most of the projects.
March 2, 2020
Easy to use
Very useful for learning the first step of crocheting. With graphics that indicate the different hooks, stitch and a glossary of basics stitches.
Very useful for learning the first step of crocheting. With graphics that indicate the different hooks, stitch and a glossary of basics stitches.
March 13, 2022
Very good patterns.
July 20, 2024
just okay
Where’s the pattern on the cover???
Where’s the pattern on the cover???
July 20, 2024
Great book
I love the easy instructions. Great for those who never have, but want to crochet. Stitch by stitch when to change colors.
I love the easy instructions. Great for those who never have, but want to crochet. Stitch by stitch when to change colors.
January 26, 2025
disappointed
I was disappointed because I wanted the pattern on the front of book although I did feel it gave some good information
I was disappointed because I wanted the pattern on the front of book although I did feel it gave some good information
December 2, 2025
Great for beginners
This book is great for beginners and I highly recommend it. A great way to start. It helped me a lot.
This book is great for beginners and I highly recommend it. A great way to start. It helped me a lot.
February 22, 2026
Don't even pick this up if you think you'll get the pretty wave pattern. Not a chance. Very disappointed. There's some reasonable beginner info....but the patterns weren't so much for me. Oh well.
February 14, 2024
Contrary to the cover pattern, which I was looking for, there is no ripple pattern in this book... A few other types of patterns to teach basic stitches, but nothing I haven't seen before. It appears these people cut and paste from other pattern books then add their own commentary. Buyer beware.
September 16, 2015
I picked up this book when I decided I wanted to try crocheting again and couldn't remember even the most basic tips. It promised to be "quick and easy" for beginners, and it was. I was able to follow the explanations and illustrations to remember the crochet stitches I already knew and learn some new ones, too.
One helpful aspect of this book is that the author links to videos that show different crochet stitches. Sometimes you just have to see them in action, so the videos were really helpful.
I also liked the patterns at the back. There's several for beginners that I think I could tackle easily, but there are also some mid-level and advanced for when I get back into practice and am ready to try harder crochet patterns.
I keep wishing I'd had this book when I first taught myself to crochet. It would have made it a lot easier to learn!
One helpful aspect of this book is that the author links to videos that show different crochet stitches. Sometimes you just have to see them in action, so the videos were really helpful.
I also liked the patterns at the back. There's several for beginners that I think I could tackle easily, but there are also some mid-level and advanced for when I get back into practice and am ready to try harder crochet patterns.
I keep wishing I'd had this book when I first taught myself to crochet. It would have made it a lot easier to learn!
October 27, 2015
Terrible
The book didn't have enough information in it for it to be beginners book. I wish it had more patterns some of the pattern was interesting. I think I'm gonna try the rectangular box for my niece.
The book didn't have enough information in it for it to be beginners book. I wish it had more patterns some of the pattern was interesting. I think I'm gonna try the rectangular box for my niece.
July 2, 2016
wonderful! has plenty of patterns and is step by step.
July 23, 2016
Quick....not bad
This is good for beginners. I will refer back from time to time. My 6 year old niece could understand it as well.
This is good for beginners. I will refer back from time to time. My 6 year old niece could understand it as well.
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