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Kathy Shares an Excellent Technique for Learning How to Crochet Left-Handed

Share Your Story: Tips and Advice From Left-Handed Crocheters

By , About.com Guide

How I Learned to Crochet With My Left Hand

I'm left handed for just about everything, except knitting, go figure. lol But I learned to crochet standing behind my aunt & watching her in a mirror. Just get a friend & prop up a mirror. It works.

kathy

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How I Hold My Crochet Hook and Yarn / Thread

I hold my hook in left hand between thumb & index finger, my yarn is in right hand between index & slipped under next fingers, At first hands might hurt for a bit, just till you get use to holding them that way. Make sure you keep your tension steady also.

Advice

  • There is a book in most crafts stores called "I Can't Believe I'm Crocheting." My personal opinion is that its one of the best plus also has right handers & left handers. It shows you step by step.

Have You Needed Any Special Tools or Equipment?

no just yarn & crochet hook

Amy Solovay, Crochet Guide, says:

Thanks for the helpful info, Kathy! I am sure many left-handed people will benefit from the information you have shared.

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