Crochet 101 teaches you how to crochet through engaging projects, so you'll have fun and feel successful while learning easy designs. As your skills grow, you'll move on to more challenging patterns and master more stitches. New techniques are explained in depth, so you'll always feel confident.

The most comprehensive beginner's book available, this book begins by covering all thebasics of crochet: selecting yarn, understanding hook types and sizes, learning crochet gauge, chaining, forming basic stitches, and reading patterns.

Companion online video tutorials demonstrate the essential techniques to make your introduction to crochet complete.

In Crochet 101 you'll also discover:

• A yarn vocabulary and a glossary that explain key terms
• Troubleshooting tips that will enhance the process
• Enjoyable projects to make for yourself or as gifts
• Information on how to read charts

Written specifically for beginners, the books in the 101 series are complete illustrated guides to the basics of a craft that use projects presented with full-color, step-by-step instructions and photos to teach essential techniques.