Everything You Need to Get Started
The good news is that crocheting supplies are simple and inexpensive. The basic tool is a hook – for beginners, one with a non-slip handle is recommended. It fits comfortably in your hand. You will also need yarn. Medium-weight yarn (e.g., acrylic or cotton) is ideal, as it is easy to work with and allows you to see the stitches clearly. Scissors and, later on, markers or a needle for weaving in ends may also come in handy, but they are not necessary when you are just starting out.
Basic Crochet Technique
First, you need to get the yarn onto the hook. Make a so-called starting loop. Once you have done that, you can start crocheting chain stitches.
Crochet any number of chain stitches. It depends on what you would like to crochet. One of the easiest patterns for beginners is the single crochet. Using single crochet, you can crochet lots of unique projects, such as amigurumi.
Magic Ring
This is known as crocheting in rounds. It is the ideal technique for crocheting animals, coasters, mandalas, and even hats. There are several instructions for crocheting a magic ring. I learned the one you will see in the video below.