Crochet Memberships For All Skill Levels
From First Stitch to Crochet Career, Unravel Your Complete Journey With The American Crochet Association!
Hi, I’m Salena!
I picked up a crochet hook at age 5 and honestly, I’ve never put it down.
Since 2009 I’ve published over 500 patterns, authored 17 crochet books (including this Learn How To Crochet book), taught 2 courses with Craftsy, and launched the American Crochet Association.
My goal is to help pass crochet to the next generation in better hands than we found it. If you love crochet as much as I do, let’s reach our goals together!
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Sign up for American Crochet Association news, workshops, challenges, resources, patterns, events, and much more.
Crochet Challenges
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Crochet FAQ
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I want to teach crochet – got any tips to help?↗
Yes! Here are my top 3 tips (plus patterns and tutorials) that will help you teach beginners how to crochet!
What is my crochet skill level?↗
There are only 4 levels of skill in crochet and we have a chart (with patterns) to define them all.
When does a chain count as a stitch?↗
When a pattern says to chain at the beginning of a row (or round), does it count? Yes, and no… I can explain!
My crochet hats never fit right, why?↗
If you’re tired of crocheting hats that are way too big, or way too small, we have a simple math tip to help you with size every time!
How do I keep my edges straight when crocheting?↗
Tired of having wonky edges that should be straight? Here’s why it happens and how to fix it.
I want to learn how to crochet – where should I start?↗
Here are the easiest step-by-step instructions (plus videos, tips, and patterns) to help you learn how to crochet!
Crochet Resources
Patterns, tips, guides, and so much more!
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Pumpkin Hat Crochet Pattern with Vines and Leaf
This Crochet Pumpkin Hat uses specialty stitches to create raised texture, with curly vines and leaves that can be added for even more decoration!
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Tiny Squares Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern
If you love to crochet quick and easy blankets, give this filet stitch pattern with tiny squares a try (7 different sizes)!
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Meet Karamy – ACA Crochet Instructor
Teaching Crochet with Heart – Karamy Haupt’s Journey from Maker to Mentor! At the American Crochet Association, we love spotlighting the incredible individuals who are helping crochet thrive in their communities—and Karamy Haupt is one of them. Karamy is a library technical assistant, a mother of twins, and a passionate crocheter from Crystal Lake, Illinois. …
Crochet Topics
What can we help you find today:
Accessory Amigurumi Baby Backpack Blanket Bobble Book CAL Cardigan Chart Cheat Sheet Christmas Clothing Cluster Community Cowl Fair Isle Halloween Hat Home Hood Intarsia Learn Member Meme Poncho Popcorn Ravelry Review Scarf Sell Shell Skirt Stitch Stocking Tapestry Teach Tip Top Tote Tutorial Wrap Yarn