Crochet Basics
What is the name of the tool used to make crochet stitches?
Crochet hook
What does the abbreviation 'ch' stand for?
Chain
The word 'crochet' comes from which language?
French
What is the name of the tool used to measure crochet projects?
Measuring tape
What crochet item is commonly worn around the neck in winter?
Scarf
What do you call it when you put two stitches in one loop?
An increase
This crochet technique begins most hats and rounded crochet projects.
Magic Circle
What country is known for its delicate lace-style crochet called 'Irish crochet'?
Ireland
Name a type of yarn material
Acrylic yarn, Synthetic yarn, Mohair yarn
What’s the name of a crochet item that you can wear on the beach that's not a bikini?
Crop-top, over shirt, cover-up, shawl
What is the slip knot used for in crochet?
To start the first loop on the hook
What’s the difference between single crochet (sc) and double crochet (dc)?
Double crochet is taller and has one yarn over before inserting the hook, while single crochet doesn't.
What is the name of the Japanese crochet art that creates small stuffed animals?
Amigurumi
What material makes yarn that is cool and breathable for summer projects?
Cotton
What’s the name of the crochet pattern that makes large connected squares?
Granny Square
True or False: Both crochet and knitting use one hook.
False
What does 'frogging' mean in crochet?
Undoing your work to fix a mistake
Which Caribbean island celebrates traditional crochet headwraps and doilies as part of its heritage?
Jamaica
What is the name of the tool used to wind yarn into a ball or cake?
Yarn Winder
What crochet accessory can replace plastic bags?
Crochet tote bags
What is the term for working crochet stitches through only the back loop?
Back Loop Only (BLO)
What is the name of the crochet technique that uses two colors to create reversible patterns?
Mosaic or tapestry crochet
In which century did crochet become a popular pastime in Europe?
19th century (1800s)
What is the difference between a yarn skein and a yarn ball?
A skein is twisted, a ball is wound round
What is the term for the crochet technique that creates a grid-like pattern of open and filled squares to form a picture?
Filet Crochet