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        Interested in knitting? Visit our sister site: Knitting Pattern Central  | Encouragement and TestimonialsHere you can read or submit your own humorous stories and bits of encouragement, whether they be nostalgic, mirthful, or thought-provoking. Any memorable, true-life crochet story qualifies, so sit back and relax to read--or submit! Name: Vel Subject: love to learn Comment: A good friend of mine came down to my place picked me up and taught me how to crochet.Bless her heart.In all the years, I never thought it was possible.I made a baby blanket and a afghan,trying to make socks,that's another story.I found if you don't use markers you'll make one huge sock.yikes.I laugh at my mistakes and hope to learn and keep learning how to crochet with tricks of the trade. Name: Gwyneth Subject: Posh Poncho Comment: I have never crocheted or knitted in my life! I say the photo of this poncho and gave it a try. I got a how to book from the library, and a week later I have a very cool poncho. Thank you so much for the easy to understand pattern! Name: Kelly Subject: Inspired Comment: Thank you to Aadel, your wrote that you were making an Army blanket. Inspired by your idea, I went to the store to pick out yarn that were army colors. When I got to the check out line, the cashier said that the colors looked like Shrek. I was immediately motivated and last night got a great head start on a Shrek afghan. Once it is completed, I plan to pick up some Shrek paraphenalia and create a whole package and donate it to a children's charity for a Christmas gift this year. Thank you for this forum....it is awesome! Name: Dianne Subject: Keep trying!!! Comment: Several years ago, my best friend came from out of state to visit. I asked her to teach me to crochet, so she took me to the store where we bought one hook, two skeins of yarn & a book with a simple pattern for a granny square place mat. I tried awfully hard and made several squares while she was here. She constantly encouraged me, but I just couldn't get the tension right. After she went back home, I didn't have any one to give me support, so I put it down & ignored it for about 2 years. I picked it back up again determined I was going to get it right & I was going to make a granny afghan. 3 months later, I had a beautiful afghan made with 120 squares and I could make a granny in my sleep. Recently, I found the very first granny I had made with my friend. I don't know how she kept encouraging me, but the first one was about 2 inches square--4 rounds mind you. That same square is now a much more normal size!! I've learned many stitches & made many patterns since then, so if you are a beginner having tension problems, DON'T GIVE UP!!! You can do it!!!! Name: Patty Subject: Mom Comment: I learned how to crochet when I was about 8... My mother taught me. She however was a knitter and I could never grasp the concept of 2 needles(LOL).. I always remember he making baby items.. Sweater, Bonnets, Hats, booties... I began crochting again about 2 or 3 years ago... missing my mom, I thought it would make me feel closer to her... It does... I decided I would make a layette set to put away for when I had a child... My mom made them for everyone (except me) I was too young, not married and no kids when she passed away.... Needless to say 3 years later I accumulated so many layettes and baby crochet items I had to start selling them and giving them away.... I ran out of room for them... Crochet is my way to keep my mom alive... Thanks for reading, Patty Name: Tawny Subject: Art Comment: I am 17 years old,and I've been crocheting since I was 12. My Grandma was trying to teach my sister and instead I learned from watching them. I have crocheted ever since, slowly learning more. I just recently learned how to follow pattern instructions. I've always just made up my patterns and that's still my favorite way to do it. I successfully made a very pretty cardigan without a pattern. Anyway, I've always loved 3D kinds of art, like jewelry making, pottery and sewing. But crocheting it one of the most simple, beautiful, and versatile. I crochet at home, on the school bus (I have an hour ride) and even in class sometimes (oh my teachers love that). My family doesn't have much money and crocheting is a unique way for me to spice up my wardrobe with hats, belts, etc. This is a truely amazing craft, and I'm glad others enjoy it as much as I do. Name: Jamie Subject: wedding gift Comment: My friend got married 20 years ago. As a gift, one of her friends gave her a set of 10 white dishcloths. Some of them are getting worn out after all these years. I made her some to replace them. She said the set of 10 dishcloths was one of her favorite, most memorable and practical gifts. Name: Monica Subject: gift Comment: A nice gift is a coupon that you'll teach the person to crochet (or do another craft). This is a good gift for people who have been telling you, "I'd love to learn to crochet someday." It's also a good gift for kids (check with parent first). Name: Monica Subject: weight loss Comment: I was 40 pounds overweight. I figured out that I was eating a lot of calories in the evening when I was snacking after work. I had crocheted a long time ago. I started crocheting again to keep my hands busy, and figured I couldn't eat and crochet at the same time. I made 3 afgahns and lost all of that weight! Name: Laura Subject: learning to crochet Comment: I tried knitting at first,but found it a little too difficult. I wondered about crochet and went and got myself a few hooks and yarn and taught myself with a little help from the internet. I really enjoy it. I find it very calming and relaxing. The only problem is the patterns. Why so hard to read? I'm going to keep trying until I get it right. It's alot of fun. Name: Denise Subject: I taught myself too Comment: A few years ago I wanted to learn how to crochet. So I bought some books and was so confused by the abbreviations. So I taught myself the simplest stitches and began making blankets and hats using double, single, and half double only. Luckily, they all turned out very well. I even gave some away as gifts! I love making up blankets with no pattern. Now five years later I am starting filet from a pattern on this site and I love it! It's hard learning on your own but so worth it. Now I always look for clearance yarns and my husband cringes when I "run off" to the store. (He never seems to complain though when he gets a new pair of comfy socks!) Name: Heather.Rose.Russell Subject: A great way to spend spare time Comment: I have been crocheting now for 23 years and I love it. Right now, my favourite projects are small doilies and cross bookmarks which I like to give away as thank you gifts or other gifts. I have also crocheted numerous afghans, and taught my sister how to crochet in 1995, and now she's faster than me! :o) Keep up the good work with this website; I will be sure and visit it again. Name: Anne Subject: Grandma Comment: My grandmother taught me to chain stitch when I was 3 yrs old. Sadly, she was never able to teach me any more, and died when I was still very young. Now fast-forward some 30-odd years to when I, as an adult decided to learn to crochet from the internet. Imagine my surprise when I picked up a hook and yarn and found I still remembered that chain stitch! I learned single and double crochet, and now whenever I'm setting up my foundation chain for a new project (very simple ones, I'm still a beginner,) it's like connecting with my grandmother all over again. Name: Cheryl Subject: Getting started Comment: I remember crocheting my first afghan and little did I know you had to chain stitches before you turn to start a new row well by the time I was done it, it was bad the bottom row of the afghan was longer than the top my stitches were so loose it had big holes everywhere I wish I still had it so I could send in a pic so you could all have a laugh I'm laughing now just thinking about it(hahaha) Name: Aadel Subject: Getting started Comment: My mom has crocheted since I was a child, but I was never interested in learning from her until I was a mom myself. I am now slowly learning from her and I have made several hats, dishcloths, washcloths, and I am now working on a camoflauge blanket for my husband (Army) and learning how to make baby layettes. I love crocheting!! I love being able to make something out of plain old yarn!! 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