Welcome to the World of Crochet!
Hi, I’m Bec and I’ve been crocheting for over 30 years!
I come from a family of knitters and crocheters, and that’s where my love of yarn began. Over the years, I’ve made everything from gifts for loved ones to handmade pieces I sell. Crochet is calming, creative, and something anyone can learn — starting with the basics!
Today, I’ll show you how to make a slip knot and chain stitch, the first steps in every crochet project.
What You’ll Need
Before we start, gather these two simple materials:
- Wool or yarn (choose a medium-weight/8ply yarn if you’re a beginner)
- Crochet hook (check your yarn label for the recommended size of the crochet hook for your chosen yarn)
That’s it — just two tools to start learning how to crochet!
✨ Step 1: How to Make a Slip Knot
The slip knot is how you attach your yarn to the crochet hook.
Instructions:
- Wrap the yarn around your finger to form a loop.
- Pull a strand of yarn back through the loop with your hook (or fingers).
- Gently tighten the knot — but keep it loose enough to slide on the hook.
💡 Crochet Tip: The slip knot should move freely on your hook without being too tight or loose.
Step 2: How to Crochet a Chain Stitch
The chain stitch (CH) is the foundation of most crochet projects. It’s what you’ll use to begin blankets, scarves, tops, and more.
Instructions:
- Start with your slip knot on the crochet hook.
- Wrap the yarn over your hook, this is called a yarn over.
- Pull the yarn through the loop on your hook.
- You’ve made your first chain stitch!
- Repeat steps 2–3 until you have the number of chains you need.
🎉 You just made your first crochet chain!
📘 Crochet Pattern Notes
- Abbreviation: CH
- Symbol: An oval lying on its side (used in crochet diagrams)
💬 Final Thoughts
Now that you’ve learned how to make a slip knot and chain stitch, you’re ready to take the next step in crochet!
Keep practicing to make your chains even and consistent, it might take a few tries, but soon your hands will find their rhythm.
In the next tutorial, we’ll use your chain to start working crochet stitches like single crochet or double crochet.
Keep going every crocheter starts with a single chain! 💕