Is Crocheting the Hobby for You?

Do you think you have what it takes to be a crocheter? Well, here are some questions to ask yourself to make that decision:

Will I be able to afford keeping this hobby alive?

When getting started, you have to purchase materials. Hooks are easily found for sale for reasonable prices online or in stores. You can start out using cheap yarn (average yarn cost: $3) or you can even crochet using strips cut from plastic bags, old clothes or linens. You can find many free patterns you can find online. You can make this hobby as cheap or as expensive as you wish. It all depends on how much money you are willing to spend.

Do you like flat surfaces or textured surfaces?

Crocheted items produce a textured feel. If you aren't a fan of textured fabrics, crochet might not be for you. If you would rather produce something flat, sewing may be a better hobby choice for you.

Are you patient?

If you tend to be an impatient person, learning how to crochet may not come as easily to you as it would to a person who has a great amount of patience. One item may take hours or even days to make. If you want instant gratification on your item, you may just want to go to the store and purchase the item made by someone else.

How are your math skills?

You will need math skills such as counting, adding, and multiplying. When starting an item, you have to be able to count the number of chains and adding and multiplying to create your own patterns as well and double checking your stitches to make sure the item will turn out as the pattern calls for.

So, do you have what it takes? Give crocheting a try and let me know how it goes - I'd love to hear from you!