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Crochet Starter Guide
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for absolute beginners - from someone who's been crocheting for years
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Hooks
 
Yarn
 
Little Extra Necessities
 
Crochet Kits
 
Books

Hooks

start with one hook set

 
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The gold standard for crochet hooks. Perfect for gifts
Clover 3672 Amour Crochet Hook Set, 10 sizes
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Budget friendly option
14PCS Aluminum Crochet Hooks
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Another budget friendly option - love how they're all one color
Coopay Black Gold Crochet Hooks
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Yarn

pick some yarn you love

 
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Love how this comes in a color scheme set, instead of a bunch of random colors
NICEEC 300g Soft Assorted Colors Yarn 100% Acrylic
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So soft + perfect for when you want gorgeous color changes without having to switch yarn
Lion Brand Mandala Impressions Yarn, Nightfall
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One of my favorites! Comes in so many colors + it's 100% soft cotton - zero plastics
Lion Brand Yarn, 24/7 Cotton Yarn 3 Pack
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Little Extra Necessities

yarn needles for sewing in ends, stitch markers, measuring tapes, scissors

 
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Must have for weaving in ends
19 Pcs Assorted Yarn & Tapestry Needles Set
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comes with so many and love the heart design
Litoexpe 200 Pcs Pink Knitting Stitch Markers
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numbered stitch markers are so helpful
Blingcute 20-Piece Cat Numbered Stitch Markers
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comes in a little organized box
LKbeuuu 200 Pcs Locking Stitch Markers Set
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incredibly useful
2 Pack 60"/150cm Body Fabric Measuring Tape
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I'm always losing my scissors, highly recommend a 2 pack
Sharp Embroidery Scissors 2PCS Red+Pink
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Crochet Kits

perfect if you want to try before going all in

 
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this is such an adorable intro to crochet
3PCS Cat Crochet Kit for Beginners DIY
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another cute intro kit
SGIBYN Crochet Kit - 3 Chickens Amigurumi
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love this beginner friendly blanket kit
Coopay Crochet Blanket Kit for Beginners
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has everything you need to get started
Crochet Kit for Beginners with Yarn & Bag
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Books

 
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granny squares are such a staple - you can make so many things with them
Crochet Granny Squares
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amazing resource to have
Crochet Techniques & Tips: 20+ Stitches & Edging
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