Once you start to work the yarn it just doesn't



look right. Then the whole thing ends up shoved

in a bag never to surface again. Yeah, you know

just what I'm talking about!

The up side is, this is a problem that can be

avoided. Whenever you start a new crochet project

you have three choices to make; pattern, yarn,

and hook size. By taking the time to complement

these three things to one another you will start

to have a much higher success rate with your work.

1. Pattern

First things first, what are you going to make?

This is probably the easiest part of the equation.

Just make sure you choose a pattern that fits

your current skill level. Most books are pretty

good at explaining their special stitches it just

takes time to learn the lingo. If you can't find

what you want at the store there are wonderful on-

line sites that offer a wide range of free

patterns.

2. Yarn

Make sure that the weave of yarn you choose will

be flattering to your pattern. Most stores have

sample swatches made up of each type, pay

attention to these. This is how your finished

product will look and feel. Also pay attention to

how hard the yarn will be to work. For instance,

eyelash yarn is bad to knot while you are working

it and yarns with looser weaves are harder to

hold together.

3. Hook

Your hook has to fit both your pattern and yarn

choice. Most garment patterns will give you a

recommended hook size, but that is for the type

of yarn they used for the sample. The size of

your hook needs to be based on the weight of your

yarn. Too small and the yarn will look pulled,

too large and it will look messy.

Just follow these three easy steps in order and

your project will be everything you've ever

dreamed of!

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