Antique crochet has a lot of character, and so antique patterns are searched for by those looking to recreate classic styles and projects from a time gone by. I assure you that I was not as big a loser as it might make me sound though.
There are in access of a dozen different stitching methods, for instance cluster, cross over, Tunisian, cheek, crossed, knot, fence, mahogany, diagonal rib, star, stocking, rib, treble, fan, eyelet, braid and four sided stitch are the stitch you can learn, while knowledge of some of these stitch is a prerequisite before you start. The various ways of weaving the crochet hook in and out using crochet thread will gradually make you quite deft with your fingers and the hook. Even so, you may still need to play around wth the tension - adding or reducing the number of stitches until the tension square matches that in the pattern.
Having these books on hand will also walk you through the stitches if you are still in the learning stages. Once you make a baby blanket, you may want to try your hand at something larger. Learning simple crochet will benefit you in so many ways.
Most of all, have fun and relax. Just get yourself a crochet tote bag (or crochet one yourself) and you are ready to go.
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