i have a big problem. i LUST over jen’s crocheting. i have never been so jealous of anyone. & the photos she takes makes it that much better. i wish so much that i just knew how to crochet. i’ve fiddled with it but i can’t ever get the tension right & it just looks like a bunch of knots. she made me the most perfect tiny doilies in this past summer & i love them so much. i have to do something abou this. if anyone has any nice crochet books to suggest, please do.
<3 dear!
i recently helped a friend start crocheting and recommended a book that i still use for reference.
http://www.amazon.com/Crochet-Stitch-Bible-Betty-Barnden/dp/0873497171/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1265860277&sr=8-1
it's called the crochet stitch bible. you can view some of it on amazon to see if perhaps it seems to help. they have images showing what is done and the patterns use both text and symbols so you can learn both and be able to read either. if there's a borders or barnes & nobles around you can usually find it there too and may be a good idea to look through it. i hate making a recommendation to people who may end up frustrated by it, so i think it's always best to give things a thorough inspection.
it took me a long time to get to where i am now with crochet and tension was definitely an issue. i was usually a very tight crocheter, but eventually learned to loosen my stitches. i also looked up very simple patterns online and made lots of practice squares before i became confident enough to make something substantial like a scarf or hat or even try intricate lace work. any craft like this is very much about patience and persistence.
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