Crochet Friendship Bracelet: Teach Your Child How To Crochet

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Whether you’re passing down a family tradition or simply want to encourage screen-free creativity, this simple bracelet is a great place to start. It uses just one stitch, works up quickly, and lets kids experiment with colours and textures.

You’ll find all the resources you need in this blog to get you started with my step by step guide and assiting video tutorials.

Why Crochet is Great for Children

Teaching your child to crochet comes with so many benefits:

• Improves fine motor skills
• Encourages creativity and self-expression
• Boosts focus and patience
• Provides a break from screens
• Fosters a sense of achievement

And because it’s portable, crochet can be enjoyed anywhere—from the kitchen table to a long car ride or a quiet afternoon in the garden.

What Will My Child Learn?

In this blog you’ll have all the resources you need to teach your child how to crochet as I’ll walk you through the basics step-by-step with free video tutorials. Followed by a fun, free pattern for your child to put their skills to the test by making a lovely friendship bracelet. I’ll also include some additional quick and easy makes plus easy blanket ideas.

Getting Started

Below you’ll find a beginner’s step-by-step video series to help your child grasp the fundamental stitches used in crochet. But first, you’ll need some crochet supplies:

When it comes to reading a pattern, you will see there are crochet terms and abbreviations. I work using UK terms, some patterns are written in US terms, CLICK HERE for a free conversion chart. I also have a Handy Reference Guide Ebook, which is perfect for beginners. You can find the link below the terms and abbreviations.

Terms & Abbreviations

• Stitch(s): st(s)
• Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over, pull through loop on the hook.
• Double Crochet(s): dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
• Treble Crochet(s): tr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.

Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. Learn more about the eBook here.

How to Crochet: The Basics

1. Foundation Chain

To begin you’ll need to learn how to attach your yarn to your hook and begin to chain.

2. Double Crochet

3. Treble Crochet

4. Half Treble Crochet

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Free Crochet Pattern: Friendship bracelet

Personalise Your Bracelet

Using thread, beads, sequins or more yarn you can personalise your crochet friendship bracelets for you and your friends and unleash your creative potential. I have chosen to embellish these bracelets with these adorable moon and star beads I had in my craft box however see the materials and tools list above for some bead suggestions.

Quick & Easy Crochet Patterns

Now you have completed your crochet friendship bracelet, you might be ready to challenge yourself with another make. Here are some quick and easy makes and stitches for you to try next:

Easy Crochet Blanket Patterns

Are you ready to move on to a blanket? These beginner-friendly crochet blankets are a perfect start to your crochet journey:

I always love to see your makes so if you try any of my patterns or follow my stitch tutorials please tag me @bellacococrochet or use the #bellacococrochet

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