When starting a new hobby, anxieties about cost can quickly put a dampener on any enthusiasm for your newfound skill. But when it comes to crafting, expense need not be an issue, as it can be very cheap and you can get a huge bang for your buck. This is especially the case for textile hobbies like knitting, macrame and crochet.
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How much does crochet cost?
While some may wish to splash out on specialty yarns and luxury crochet hooks, yarn can be sourced incredibly cheaply, and hooks are a cheap, one-off expense that will pay dividends.
Beginners may wish to invest in a kit, such as the crochet kits available at www.woolcouturecompany.com/collections/crochet-kits. These will contain everything you need, including a pattern, hooks and an appropriate yarn for the particular pattern.
Get materials for free or from charity shops
Social media groups for crafting can be great places for material swaps, and some members will even give spare yarn away for free, although be aware of scams, especially on Facebook. Some online retailers will also give a sample of yarn before you buy. Charity shops are good places to look for yarn and used crochet hooks.
Crochet can make you money
You can quickly recover any money spent making a crochet item as there is a big market for homemade items, including crochet. This is especially the case for clothing and accessories, as crochet is having a real fashion moment right now and is featured heavily on the SS2024 catwalks.
Lastly, hobbies are great for mental health and well-being. So, although spending money on yourself when times are tight may seem frivolous, it might be a really effective way to take care of yourself. And you deserve it!
