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
Learn, grow & have fun with a crochet challenge today:
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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Where Does My Hook Go in Crochet?
With so many different places and spaces available in crochet, it can be easy to wonder where you should place your hook and work your stitches.
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Shell Cowl with Crochet Ruffle Edging – 3 Pattern Sizes
The Ruffled Shell Cowl is quick to make, simple to follow along, and can be worked in 3 different sizes!
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Wheatsheaf Crochet Backpack Pattern With Video Tutorials
The Wheatsheaf Backpack crochet pattern is easily worked with basic and shell stitches to create a modern and fun accessory!
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