Learn what yarn weight actually means, how to read yarn labels, and how different yarn weights affect your crochet projects. Includes a yarn weight chart, hook size recommendations, and tips for substituting yarns.

Learn how to read crochet patterns with clear explanations of abbreviations, repeats, gauge, and structure from a CYC certified crochet teacher.

A beginner-friendly guide to yarn fibers and how they affect crochet projects. Learn the difference between acrylic, cotton, wool, bamboo, and blends, and how to choose or substitute yarn with confidence.

A clear, beginner-friendly guide to crochet hook sizes. Learn how hook sizes work, how to read crochet hook charts, and how to choose the right hook for your yarn and project.