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how do i learn to crochet?

i know how to knit a scarf but thats about it? -i want to crochet beanies and bags, can i just knit four squares then tie them together and it will make a bag? -also is crochet or knitting harder? -and do i need a lisence of somesort to sell my crochet or scarfs on myspace?

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1. some craft stores have classes. Michaels used to offer them and sometimes people at church do things like that and for free. you could also ask around or put up flyers indicating you are looking for a crochet teacher
2. Knitting takes less yarn but crochet is more portable(meaning you can take it with you ). Crochet is quite easy to earn. Ask at a local yarn shop for classes or find someone that knows how to crochet. Most crocheters I know would be glad to teach someone what they know.There are 4 basic crochet stitches--the beauty ofcrochetet is that you can make beautiful items with knowing just 2 or3 stitches. I don't know anything about myspace so can't help you with that part of your question.
3. You can find great tutorials on you tube for crochet beginning and advanced. www.youtube.com/twj1963 Hats and bags are the easiest to make. You can make squares and just sew them together. Knitting uses less yarn. You do not need a license to sell you crafts on myspace. You should also check out etsy.com, also These sites should also be helpful. www.craftster.org www.crochetpatterncentral.com
4. if you want to learn new skills on knitting here is a free link to make beanies and bags. you can also make the bag in one piece. http://www.knittingpatterncentral.com/directory/winter_wear.php press ctrl and f and type in hat http://www.knittingpatterncentral.com/directory/bags_totes_purses.php press ctrl and f and type in bags or totes or you can knit 4 squares and sew them together. as for the crochet vs knitting and which is harder really depends on the person, but they are both portable. with knitting all you need to know is how to knit, purl, and the basic cast on and off. personally i think crochet is harder than knitting if the patterns are your own then you don't need license,that's only if your selling your stuff in a large mass.
5. Here some websites and books to help you: Here some books available at any library or bookstore: One Skein Knitting: 30 Quick Projects to Knit and Crochet by Leigh Radford, John Mulligan (Photographer) Crocheting School: A Complete Course by Sterling Publishing Company, Fabbri Editori Crocheting for Dummies by Susan Brittain, Karen Manthey, Karen Manthey 200 Crochet Blocks for Blankets, Throws, and Afghans: Crochet Squares to Mix and Match by Jan Eaton The Crochet Stitch Bible by Betty Barnden The Complete Idiot's Guide to Knitting and Crocheting Illustrated by Barbara Breiter, Gail Diven Donna Kooler's Crocheted Afghans by Donna Kooler Herrschner's Blue Ribbon Afghans by Oxmoor House, Janica Lynn York The Ultimate Sourcebook of Knitting and Crochet Stiches: Over 900 Great Stitches Detailed for Needle Crafters of Every Level by Reader's Digest Editors (Editor), Reader's Digest Editors 100 Afghans to Knit and Crochet by Jean Leinhauser, Rita Weiss 100 Crochet Projects by Jean Leinhauser, Rita Weiss Geometrics: A New Way to Crochet by Ruthie Marks, Ruthie Marks (Editor) Maran Illustrated Knitting and Crocheting by maranGraphics Development Group, MaranGraphics Development Group Staff Crocheting School: A Complete Course by Sterling Publishing Company, Fabbri Editori Dream Toys: A Collection of Knit and Crochet Fantastical Toys by Claire Garland, John Garland (Photographer) From Needles to Hook: Complete Guide to Converting Knit Patterns to Crochet by Donna Scott Cool Crochet by Melissa Leapman, Joe VanDeHatert (Photographer) Not Your Mama's Crochet: The Cool and Creative Way to Join the Chain Gang by Amy Swenson Candy Blankies: Cuddly Crochet for Babies and Toddlers by Candi Jensen 100 Crochet Projects by Jean Leinhauser, Rita Weiss Learning to Crochet by BarCharts Inc (Manufactured by), Kaaren Ashley The Easy Learn to Crochet in Just One Day by Bobbie Matela Crochet Your Way by Gloria Tracy, Susan Levin, Susan Levin - a excellent book on the subject. Learn to Crochet by Sue Whiting Learn to Crochet by Sally Harding (Editor), John Heseltine (Photographer) Basic Crocheting by Sharon Hernes Hernes Silverman, Sharon Hermes Silverman, Annie Modesitt, Marjorie Leggitt (Illustrator), Marjorie Leggitt (Illustrator) The Encyclopedia of Crochet Techniques: A Step-by-Step Visual Guide to Creating Unique Fashions and Accessories Crochet Basics: All You Need to Know to Create Beautiful Crocheted Garments by Jan Eaton Knitter's Lib: Learn to Knit, Crochet, and Free Yourself from Pattern Dependency by Lena Maikon The Crochet Answer Book: Solutions to Every Problem You'll Ever Face: Answers to Every Question You'll Ever Ask by Edie Eckman 300 Crochet Stitches: Includes Basic Stitaches, Lace Patterns, Motifs, Filet, Clusters, Shells, Bobbles, Loops, Vol. 6 by Staff of Collins and Brown Limited Lion Brand Yarn: Just Gifts: Favorite Patterns to Knit and Crochet by Shannon Okey (Editor), Shannon Okey (Editor) 220 More Crochet Stitches, Vol. 7 by Collins & Brown Ltd (Manufactured by) Maran Illustrated Knitting and Crocheting by maranGraphics Development Group, MaranGraphics Development Group Staff Crochet (Portable Crafter Series) by Carolyn Christmas For websites: http://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... Due to yahoo ten website rule type the following in www.geocities.com/snowymts.geo/cr... www.//crochet.about.com www.crochet.about.com/library/blbegin... www.bernat.com/learntocrochet.php... www.learntoknit.com/instructions_... www.learntoknit.com/ www.crochetcabana.com/ www.crochet-made-easy.com/...... www.freecraftunlimited.com/croche... - a good website www.crochetpatterncentral.com/dir... www.crochetdesigns.com/patterns/s... www.freepatterns.com/list.html?ca... www.bsu.edu/web/jmsutton2/cr/cr/p... www.frugalhaus.com/scripts/freepa... www.frugalhaus.com/scripts/defau... www.allfreecrafts.com/charity-cra... www.knitwhits.com/ www.interweave.com/knit/projects/... www.lovinghugsfamily.com/patterns... www.bernat.com/whatsnew.php... www.hookmeupcrochet.com/create/pa... www.home.swbell.net/amjack/ www.shadylane.com/ www.monstercrochet.com/patterns.h... www.crochetkim.com/ www.angelfire.com/folk/celtwich/.... www.dovetaildesigns.com/... www.home.att.net/~shannonms/pages/pat... www.barbscraftbooks.tripod.com/barbsc... www.freecrochetlibrary.org/... www.smartcrochet.com/ www.marniemaclean.com/patterns/index.... www.marloscrochetcorner.com/produ... www.cache.lionbrand.com/content-croch... www.cm-crafts.co
6. If you live in Phoenix I would be glad to show you the basics so you can get started. I have been doing it for 50 years email me at mrsapple1983@yahoo.com
7. The problem most beginners have with crochet and knitting is holding everything (hook/needles, yarn, and working piece) and keeping guage. So, don't worry if you have problems with that at first. A bigger hook/needles makes it easier for any beginner to learn and practice either craft. You might need to change the way you wrap the yarn around your fingers. I found that a tightly wound verigated yarn makes it a lot easier to find stitches, count stitches and not tear apart the fibers of the yarn. I think whichever craft you learn second will be harder. I learned to crochet first so I think that knitting is harder. I actually think that they are equally difficult and probably take the same amount of time and effort to master... and are both frustrating to a beginner. People are normally more patient with the first craft... when you go to learn the second, you are more likely to give up because you already know how to do it the other way. You don't remember just how long it took you to get that other craft looking decent. A great place to sell handmade items is www.etsy.com or even ebay! Those places use paypal and are much more secure than making deals with random people on myspace, plus they show when something is sold out so people don't keep asking for the same thing. You can always mention something about being able to make special orders/requests. Yes you can just make four squares then sew them together to make a bag, you can even find patterns that tell you how to do that. This is a great way to use up practice swatches, so try to think about the size when making test pieces. I personally like the following for free patterns www.Lionbrand.com - offers crochet and knit patterns for free and also sell some www.crochetpatterncentral.com - links to patterns that are on other websites, it even tells you if you will be opening up a pdf document and if you need to be a member of the linked website to view the pattern (memberships are usually free) = patterns are categorized, so you can get a page of just hat pattern links or just bag pattern links try doing searches for what you want "free crochet patterns" "free crochet hat pattern" "free crochet scarf pattern" you can add any specifics that you want