Yay! I can do a double stitch!

Found a friend at church who was able to show me how to crochet. She taught me the double stitch. took a little bit to get it right, but when it clicked it was like, "Wow! This is easy! I like this." I've gotten the hang of it. Now I just need to learn how to finish it off, and work on the tension. Either the yarn is so loose it's falling off my pinky finger, or it's so tight the yarn doesn't want to slide over my fingers. Makes for some cramped hands and fingers. I even end up tensing my shoulders, and then they're sore. :) This example in the pictures is anything but great, but that's okay. I am just learning and it's the first time I've been able to do more that one row. I'm having so much fun. It's easy to just relax and let go for a while. I'm glad I decided to do this.

Thinking of branching out.

Well, the crocheting has been on hold for a while due to difficulty finding time to learn from someone. Although I did just check out Crocheting For Dummies at the library here to see if that helps. Wonder if anyone has actually had any luck w/it? Also, I've thought of branching out and doing quilting as well. We don't have a sewing machine nor do I know how to use one, and we definitely can't afford one anyway. So I've thought of learning how to do it by hand. Old school! Now to find someone to teach me. I figured it's about time to discover some other skills and talents that are currently hidden. We'll see how it goes. Who knows what will happen from here on out! Bring on the adventure!

Trying to figure it out.

My first two attempts. I figured out the chain stitch with the help of a video I found on You Tube. Although I still need a lot more to master it. And I still haven't figured out how to end one row and start another. I thought I figured it out, tried, and pretty sure I failed. Definitely not as easy as they say. I think I'm gonna have to find someone to teach me in person.

Getting started.

Hey, welcome to my blog. I know it's not much right now. I'm new at this, so please bear with me as I figure things out. You see, I am in the process of learning how to crochet and wanted to share my creations with others so they can enjoy them, too. I have also been known to make other, more simply made blankets, so I may post pictures and info about those, too. I hope you enjoy the journey. :)