Chapter 1: Get a Grip
Louie's Loops
Beginner
Holding your yarn and hook correctly is one of the most important aspects of crocheting. Bad habits can make even the most simple stitch look sloppy. So, before we get started, let’s cover some basic tips on handling your tools.
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What you'll learn
What you'll need
Cotton Yarn
Weight
Colors
Any color
Crochet Hook
G6 / 4.00 mm
Abbreviations
The Pattern
01Holding the Hook
There are two basic ways most people hold crochet hooks, we’ll be calling them the “Spoon Grip” and the “Pencil Grip” because you hold them like a spoon and a pencil!
The Spoon Grip
My personal preference, the spoon grip, is great for things like amigurumi, aka small stuffed crocheted creatures. In this position you get the best range of movement with your wrist and also get more strength so pulling yarn through tiny stitches is easier as well. I would suggest beginners start with this grip.
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Awesome course. I can’t wait to start making more!
THANKS A LOT!!! great course, I can´t wait to start doing Amigurumis!!
empezaré a hacer los cursos soy nueva en esto
Great course! I’ve recently started doing Amigurumis, and have been lost on some of the techniques…This will definitely help up my game 🙂
I am happy! Just finished the course. It is great! Lo ve the diploma
Love the cirtificate, way to go Louie!
Just Finished!!
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Wow! What a great course!