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Your First Crochet Project Should Be a Single Crochet Scarf (Here’s Why)

Learning to crochet doesn’t have to be confusing—but your first project matters more than you think. After teaching two beginners who gave up on YouTube tutorials and Woobles kits, I’m sharing why a simple single crochet scarf is the best way to build strong technique, even tension, and real confidence. Plus, a beginner-friendly pattern to get you started.

How I Recreated a Favorite Hat Without a Pattern

I didn’t use a pattern to recreate this hat—I used the original. By understanding basic hat construction, planning for negative ease, and adjusting for a thicker yarn, I was able to replicate the fit of a well-loved winter hat without counting stitches or following instructions line by line.

Learning to Crochet: YouTube Tutorials vs. In-Person Classes—What’s the Real Difference?

Crochet project showing uneven beginner stitches made from YouTube tutorials next to a neat, even swatch created after an in-person lesson.

Learn the difference between teaching yourself to crochet with YouTube tutorials and learning in person with a certified instructor. See real before-and-after results, get expert tips, and find out which approach helps beginners progress faster.