Tuesday, December 16, 2008

crochet candycane for the beginning crocheter

Crochet is a great hobby to take up. Crocheting is also for common ordinary people who simply enjoy the feeling of accomplishing something with their after-work, idle time.

Back in the real world, where the latest and best designers are not at our fingertips, we can still purchase a variety of items that feature simple crochet. I ended up at Wal-mart late at night browsing through the craft aisles and inevitably drawn to all the cool yarns. When using a substitute yarn make sure the length is the same as the one suggested in the pattern.

Another reason for the rise in popularity of crochet handbags is its feminine appeal. Yarns can be made of synthetic or natural fibers. So all you need to get going is to find a pattern that includes the stitches that you know, the materials and the right crochet hook or hooks and you are good to go.

You can crochet straight forward items almost immediately and once you ve mastered the basics you can go onto the more complicated patterns when you fancy a challenge. I find it very relaxing, a great stress reliever.

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