NF hobby highlight: Crochet

 

"I think crocheting is a great hobby because not only can you be creative by making something beautiful; it is also calming and relaxing, allowing you to achieve mindfulness, which is great for your mental health. It's also easier than knitting!

One book at the Library which I love is "Boho baby crochet" by Dedri Uys. It's full of beautiful and bright projects to make for little ones, with easy to follow patterns. And if you get stuck, there is a guide with pictures at the back showing you the basic stitches, special stitches; which tools to use and a lot more helpful tips. My favourite is the 'climbing colours' pattern." -- Anon. 

Looking to start a new hobby? Want some resources to continue excelling in your current crochet climate? 

Whether your new to crochet or been doing it for ages, here are some resources to help you!

My first crochet book

This book is great for kids who want to get started with this skill. It is suitable for ages 7+ and helps instruct children on how to use a crochet hook and use different stitches. It also comes with three level of difficulties for different projects for children to do.

Crochet know-how

This book is great for tips and tricks at all levels of crochet know-how. For example, it starts at just how to get started (with artworks for examples) to how to do more experienced stitches and help anyone finish their work perfectly. 

And for some real fun ...

Colourful wayuu bags to crochet

Interested in creating a functional and really fun and striking bag for practical use? This book comes with 10 patterns using tapestry to crochet for yourself or someone you care about to have as a gift!

Cuddly animals to crochet

This book contains a whole range of wonderfully cute animal creations for you to crochet! I know, right? The book has patterns to follow and fun photography to make 28 different kinds of animals. 

Unexpected afghans

Robyn Chachula gives an in-depth look into crocheting traditional afghans using contemporary techniques, colours and patterns. It contains tips, charts and diagrams to create any one of these 29 afghans.

Even with these examples, this isn't all we have in the library, no way! For a list of our entire crochet range, click here. Oh, and don't forget to browse through our online resource: Hobbies & Craft Reference Centre near the bottom of this page here.