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Yarn recommendations, patterns, and free video tutorials to get started crocheting this summer
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Patterns

Here are some patterns I have completed and other I want to try in the future. Some are for purchase and some are free on YouTube!
 
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Love the pattern and can be a dress or a top
Island Dress pattern/summer crochet top/ Step by step tutorial/ No seaming / Easy beginner / Crochet Top/ Crochet lace mesh dress
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Super cute and good for beginners
DIGITAL PDF | 5-in-1 Crochet Headphone Cover Bundle | Berry Best Headphone Pattern
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Very detailed video tutorial and great for beginners
Crochet a Stylish EGG Bag in Just a Few Hours
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How to Crochet a Chunky ToteBag Tutorial | beginner friendly
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Haven’t made this one yet but it’s on my list
The Dumpling Bag
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Batter Up Top - Crochet Sports Top/Cardigan Pattern
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Coach Brooklyn 28 inspired Crochet Bag Tutorial
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Yarn

Current yarn favs! It matters per project.
 
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Great for crocheting tote bags and purses without needing to line them with fabric
Recycled T-Shirt Fabric Yarn | Spaghetti Yarn | Jersey T Shirt Yarn | Crochet Yarn for Bags, Baskets, etc. by Ganxxet, 460 ft - 154 yards
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Cotton is great all around for wearables or bags
Classic Cotton™ Yarn by Loops & Threads®, Color: White | Michaels
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Soft and great gradient of colors
Caron® Cloud Cakes™ Perfect Phasing Yarn, Color: Rhubarb
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Super soft, super stretchy
BATELO T-Shirt Yarn 2 Pack 400g/144yds Thick High Elastic Polyester for Beginner Crochet Projects Bags Baskets Coasters DIY Scarlet Fashion Thread Mandala Gnome Yarn Pack with Pattern Cards crochet supply - TikTok Shop
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Other materials

Other tools that will be helpful with crochet projects
 
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Love crochet hooks with handles like these it’s better for long crochet sessions with hand pain
Ergonomic Aluminum Crochet Hook by Loops & Threads - Michaels
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Very helpful for marking your last spot or hold pieces together while lining up pieces and so much more
Clover Lock Ring Markers - Michaels
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I like a small scissor like this to keep in my crochet bag
DMC® Marbleized Scissors | Michaels
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