Stitches

I would like to learn how to crochet ,I have always done knitting but see lovely things to make in crchet and?

I am a very good knitter but i would like to crochet,I have tried from books but dont understand the abbreviations for the stitches

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1. don't let the abbreviations put you off. crochet is as simple [or tough ;-)] as knitting. there are umpteen websites which tell you what the abbrv stands for. there are also diagrammatic & video tutorials on the web for you to learn from. below are some links that may give you the necessary info. You can also type in the relevant abbrv in search engine - it'll take you directly to detailed info. otherwise, investing in a very basic crochet stitch book [or borrowing from library] will help you throughout in future too. however, remember, the UK & US systems are different. although the abbreviations are the same, the stitch is different. so don't be confused, just make sure which system is being followed for the pattern. [just like knitting needle numbers are diff in the 2 systems] www. hubpages.com/hub/How-to-Crochet http://sweaterbabe.com/ctips.htm http://www.roxycraft.com/learntocrochet.... http://www.bellaonline.com/subjects/350.... http://members.aol.com/crochetwithdee/ty... http://www.geocities.com/snowymts.geo/gr... http://www.learn-crochet-now.com/catalog... http://www.geocities.com/snowymts.geo/cr... http://crochet.about.com http://crochet.about.com/library/blbegin... http://www.bernat.com/learntocrochet.php... all the very best & have fun
2. There are some good instructions here at Lion Brand. http://learntocrochet.lionbrand.com/ This one on youtube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w45qDIM5S9Y
3. Just like knitting-- crochet has its own language. http://www.lionbrand.com/ click on learning center click on learn to crochet They have good illustrations. I enjoy this web-site. They offer patterns that are free with a free membership. The patterns are rated easy,beginner,etc... The basic stitches are: ch=chain sc=single crochet dc=double crochet trc=triple or treble crochet
4. Also, YouTube has tons of helpful videos: http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=crocheting&search_type=&aq=0&oq=crochet