In the pattern description, you’ll find what materials and stitches will be used for your project. Crochet hooks and yarn are readily available at your local craft stores or online, but it’s important to learn how to pick your yarn.
Yarn weight describes how thick the yarn is. This will be shown on the label as a ball of yarn with a number in the middle. The larger the number, the thicker the yarn. Yarn weight charts are readily available online and at craft stores to help you choose the right thickness.
Different projects use different yarn weights, so it’s important to stick with what the pattern states.
Yarn material is also listed on the front of the label. Cotton, wool and acrylic yarn are all popular choices, but beware – acrylic yarn should not be used for anything involving heat (i.e. pot holders), as heat will melt the yarn.