Common Threads - Mitchell College Library Stitchery Group

Covers abbreviations, terms, measurements, and the differences between U.S., U.K., and Canadian terminology. Symbols and guidance on how to read a pattern are included.

Explains knitting abbreviations and acronyms and provides useful links and tutorials. Norman's site also provides free patterns including some awesome spring flowers and adorable carrots!

Straightforward explanations of the terms you might see in a pattern or online discussion. Gathered also has a complete guide for beginners with tutorials.

Find all the abbreviations and variations between U.S., U.K., and Canada. Common measurements and special characters are explained. Guidance for reading a pattern can be found at this site.

Crochet abbreviations and slang explained. Includes How To links.

Abbreviations, symbols, free patterns by stitch type.

Everything you need to know from gathering supplies and step-by-step cast on instructions with both video and photos plus some troubleshooting tutorials and patterns!

Includes video

If you're a leftie or crocheter, you may find the Continental Style easier.

A beginner's course with videos for left-handed crochet.

A beginner's course with videos for right-handed crochet.

Videos teach basic stitches for left-handed crochet.

Videos teach basic stitches for right-handed crochet.

Includes instructions on how to hold your hook, basic supplies and stitches, and links to free beginner patterns.