Inspired by Leisure Arts' best-selling book, this teach-yourself crochet DVD makes learning so easy that you'll be crocheting with confidence in just a few hours. Hosted by popular designer Melissa Leapman, it's like havin... more »g your own personal instructor available 24 hours a day! Her friendly approach guides you through the step-by-step lessons with expertise, and up-close demonstrations show every motion from the crocheter's point of view. The advanced Auto-Pause feature even periodically pauses the lesson until you click "Play" to continue at your own pace. You can put your learning into practice immediately on a simple spa cloth, or follow the Stitch-Along instructions where Melissa goes row by row making a belt, openwork scarf, or granny square mini purse. With its convenient A-to-Z Index, Reference Library, Trouble-shooting Guide, Tips, and other features, this DVD will have you saying, "I can't believe I'm crocheting!"« less
Amanda R. (gracelessamanda) from OZARK, AR Reviewed on 12/16/2008...
I am a very new crocheter. I have a few books and I managed to make chains but after that I couldn't figure it out. I guess I need to actually see someone do it and I don't know anyone who does crochet. So I found this DVD at the library and watched it. It has the basic stitches and I did all of them that day. I am now working on my very first project (spa cloth which you can find the pattern on the DVD) after only a day or two of getting the DVD. It is great to be able to pause, rewind, go forward, etc. and I just go back if I missed something or if I want to watch her do it again. Some things she does rather quickly but if you just sit and watch her do it a few times and listen to what she says you will get it down easily. This is highly recommended for those who are like me and have to see it to be able to figure it out.
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Arbela | 01/20/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"prevents frustration.
While having a book or two on crocheting is certainly helpful, a newbie like myself found this DVD to be the most valuable in terms of actually learning basic stitches. The close-ups of Melissa's hands make it easy to see exactly what she is doing. Once you get the basics down, the written directions in books are much easier to understand. I started with the DVD, practiced my stitches and then went with a pattern in one of my books.
If you cannot afford a DVD, check out YouTube. There are a couple of crochet veterans who have made their own homemade tutorials. :o)"
FANTASTIC!!!
N. Egwim | Hyattsville, MD United States | 08/15/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Very in depth instruction on crocheting! I'm very pleased with this DVD! I already know the basics (how to make a chain), but after that I'm lost. I've tried looking at books, but I need to physically see someone doing the stitches. My grandmother and mother are pros when it comes to crocheting, however, they work too fast for me to really see how they're making the stitches. Now that I have this DVD, I can roll with them! Highly recommended!!"
This DVD is Fabulous!!!
Callisto | 10/13/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This DVD has everything you need to begin crocheting. Even if you're a beginner, pop this DVD in and you'll be on your way within minutes! I Can't Believe I'm Crocheting has everything you need to get started and has an excellent reference guide to help you get past common roadblocks. This DVD makes it really easy to dive into the world of crochet and the projects are totally fun!...definitely a good buy!"
I Can't Believe I'm Crocething is Awesome!
Black Suit | CA | 09/22/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"The title says it all! I Can't Believe I'm Crocheting in Motion makes it so easy to learn even if you've never touched a crochet hook in your life. There's a Troubleshooting Guide, which helps you get past common beginner mistakes and Melissa Leapman's expert advice doesn't miss a single detail. The Auto-Pause was so helpful and allowed me to finish each step at my own pace. I had so much fun learning to make a purse and now all my friends want me to make them one too! Sit down and watch this DVD; you'll be crocheting like a pro in no time!"
Difficult to navigate
Maria Karlsson | Arlington, VA USA | 05/16/2008
(3 out of 5 stars)
"The classes are good, but the DVD format is bad.
Once you are in a section, you cannot go to another. For instance, while doing a project, I could not go through a menu to a lesson to refresh my memory. I was very disappointed, because in order to see the main menu I had to remove the CD and start from the beginning to see all the chapters.
I bought the "The Complete Beginner's Guide to Knitting," by Nici McNally, at the same time as I bought "I Can't Believe I'm Crocheting," and the difference between the two DVDs is like night and day. Navigating in the knitting video is a breeze, while navigating in the crocheting video is very time-consuming.
The crocheting presenter, Melissa Leapman, doesn't look too happy about what she is doing. She is probably mad because someone made her wear those ill-fitting crochet sweaters. A smile once in a while never hurts!