Crochet Basics for Beginners
Learn How to Crochet Today
Welcome to Crochet Basics, your friendly guide to learning crochet from the very first loop. Whether you’ve just picked up a hook or are returning to the craft after years away, you’ll find simple, step-by-step tutorials to help you grow your confidence and creativity.
Watch our beginner videos, explore easy patterns, and connect with a community that celebrates every stitch you make.
The Absolute Beginner Crochet Series
Learn the crochet basics for beginners with Yarn Over Hook!
Learn the stitches, master the rhythm, and discover the joy of crochet — one loop at a time.
Whether you’re brand new to crochet or picking it up again after a break, this video is part of our Crochet Basics Series — your friendly guide to mastering essential stitches, tools, and techniques.
How-To Shorts with Sammi
Short on time but ready to stitch? Sammi’s How-To Shorts are bite-sized crochet lessons packed with instant know-how. Learn everything from starting chains to finishing techniques — all in under a minute.
Perfect for beginners, visual learners, and anyone leveling up one stitch at a time.
Learn the Stitches That Shape Every Great Crochet Project
Take your time, grab your yarn, and follow along as Sammi breaks down the most popular crochet stitches — from single crochet to shell patterns — step by step. These full-length lessons move slowly and clearly so you can build confidence with your hook in hand and progress at your own pace.
Tip: Bookmark this playlist and work through it in order — it’s like your personal crochet course.
Join the Yarn Over Hook Community
Yarn Over Hook is a crochet community and content network built by makers, for makers. We’re here to help you Create, Learn, and Connect — one stitch at a time.
From tutorials and patterns to live events and marketplace connections, Yarn Over Hook celebrates everything crochet.
Join thousands of crocheters sharing projects, progress, and good vibes every day.