Crochet has made a comeback in recent years. Once an essential skill set of the mid-20th century housewife, crochet featured in the 1960s and 1970s fashion with its bold colours and designs; however, along with dressmaking and knitting, crochet almost faded completely by the end of the 20th century as times and lifestyles changed.
Fast-forward to the 2020s and creative pastimes such as crochet have been re-invented for the modern era with beautiful, contemporary designs. Why not try it, starting with a simple crochet blanket?
A crochet blanket is great for beginners.
The traditional patchwork look comes from creating ‘granny squares’, which are small pieces that can be created quickly and sewn together. As online crochet journals such as PieceWork will tell you, granny squares have a place in crocheting history with the oldest known published design dating back to the 1880s.
Crochet kits make it easy
You can buy beginner-level crochet blanket kits from online outlets such as woolcouturecompany.com. With the yarn and crochet hooks included, you will soon be well on your way to completing your first project.
A multitude of designs
There are thousands of designs available online for you to try; alternatively, why not create your own design? Whether a baby blanket, a throw or a bedspread, you will never run out of inspiration.
A wonderful gift
A personalised handmade gift is guaranteed to be treasured for years to come. It could even be passed down through the generations.
A sense of achievement
The feeling of satisfaction after completing a project will spur you on to start another. Whatever the design and purpose, crocheting can make you feel good about yourself. Why not grab a design, some yarn and some hooks, and try crocheting?