<p>Taking up any new hobby can be scary. How do I get started? What tools do I need? What are the terms I need to know? What are all the stitch types I will use? This book lays this all out for you as well giving you the basic instructions for&nbsp;25 easy patterns that you can start doing immediately.&nbsp;</p><p>As well, there are several benefits of crochet, including:</p>
<ul>
<li>Reduces stress ' anxiety</li>
<li>Helps fight insomnia</li>
<li>Builds self-esteem</li>
<li>Reduces risk of cognitive decline (e.g. Alzheimers)</li>
<li>Creates a greater sense of control</li>
<li>Brings people closer together</li>
<li>It&#39;s absolutely fun!</li>
</ul>

<p>This easy-to-use book will:</p>

<ul>
<li>Show you why crochet makes a great hobby</li>
<li>Help get you started immediately</li>
<li>Summarize crochet terms and abbreviations</li>
<li>Teach you the basic crochet stitches</li>
<li>Give you 25 easy patterns to work through</li>
<li>Highlight common mistakes and tell you how to avoid them</li>
<li>Give tips for beginners</li>
</ul>

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