Crochet 101

Crochet

Crochet is a craft that involves using a crochet hook to interlock loops of yarn or thread to create textiles. The word "crochet" comes from the French word for "hook".

History

The first known published instructions for crochet patterns appeared in the Dutch magazine Penélopé in 1823. It was first introduced in France by the Dutch and was originally known as "crochet in the air".

Materials

Crochet hooks are made of materials such as metal, wood, bamboo, and plastic. Yarn is made from a variety of materials, including cotton, wool, and acrylic.

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