Hannah Brooks
Crochet editor
Hannah writes our crochet guides, from first stitches to home decor projects. She cares about clear explanations, honest yarn advice and projects a true beginner can finish in a weekend.
4 articles
How to Crochet for Beginners: Your First Stitches and First Project
Learn to crochet from zero: what to buy, how to hold the hook, chain and single crochet, plus an easy first dishcloth you can finish this weekend.
October 6, 2026
12 Easy Crochet Projects for Beginners (In Order of Difficulty)
The best first crochet projects, sorted from easiest to slightly harder: dishcloths, coasters, scarves, granny squares, beanies, bags and more, with the stitches each one teaches.
September 30, 2026
14 Cozy Crochet Home Decor Ideas to Make This Season
Handmade crochet decor ideas for a warm, boho home: throws, baskets, pot covers, plant hangers, cushions and more, each with skill level and yarn tips.
September 22, 2026
Crochet Hook Sizes and Yarn Weights Explained (With a Chart)
A plain-English guide to crochet hook sizes, US letters vs millimeters, yarn weights 0 to 7, and how to match the right hook to your yarn.
September 14, 2026