Even though we crocheters are a diverse lot with different personalities and preferences, when it comes to our crocheting I think there is one thing that we all agree on. We love crochet, and want to pass that love on to future generations. So many folks have told me that they learned to crochet from their mother, grandmother, aunt or other family member. So many put in the time and effort it takes to teach their children or grandchildren to crochet. It is a link that ties the generations together.
I learned to crochet from my mother, who did not have a lot of patience when it came to teaching (I like to think that she just had a high opinion of my ability to learn!) I wrote about this experience a few years ago:
http://bellacrochet.blogspot.com/2011/05/learning-to-crochet.html
| I have 6 children and 15 grandchildren, and so far, the only ones that have learned to crochet anything more than a chain are my youngest daughter, Bethany, and my granddaughter, Ana. But, I have hope that more of them will learn someday.  |
| My daughter Bethany, learning to crochet by making granny squares. |
But, it is Friday, so how about a contest? I will give one person their choice of any PDF pattern on my site, bellacrochet.com.
I will select the winner at random, and send out the patterns in the morning (Saturday.) I will post the name of the winner here, so be sure to check back in the morning to see if you won.
Also, if you post anonymously, please be sure I have a way to identify you (at least give your first name or a nick name in your comment; I have no way of knowing who is posting.)
To enter, just leave a comment answering this question:
Did you learn to crochet from a family member, or have you taught any younger generations of your family to crochet?
This contest is now closed.
Please check back next Friday for my weekly contest.
