Learning Path #9: Basic Crochet Stitches

Cluster, puff, bobble, popcorn, chevron, wave & more!

Even the most complicated stitch patterns are based on a few basic stitches!

If you've always wanted to try new crochet stitches, and comfortably build on your own stitch abilities, this course is for you! Every lesson includes a video tutorial and written stitch pattern to try.

You'll receive the following 4 lessons in this course:

  1. Fans & Shells
  2. Chevrons & Waves
  3. Bobble, Cluster, Popcorn & Puff
  4. Basic Stitches, Expanded: Linen, Alternating Spike, SC Cluster, Trinity, Star, Slanted Puff, HDC V


Meet Your Instructor


Salena Baca
Salena Baca

I learned to crochet at the age of 5 and haven't put my hook down since! I've published over 400 patterns, authored 8 crochet books (so far...), taught 2 courses with Craftsy, and launched the American Crochet Association. I currently live in Oregon with my husband, son, 2 cats and 1 dog.

  • 2009-present: Salena Baca Crochet
  • 2012-2016: Design Wars, Founder
  • 2014-2017: Happily Hooked Magazine; Content Coordinator, Director of Relations
  • 2014-2016: The Pattern Pack; Founder & Editor
  • 2015: Author
  • 2015-present: American Crochet Association; Founder & Lead Educator
  • 2016, 2018: Craftsy Instructor
  • 2018-2020: Yarnpreneur Academy; CEO / Lead Yarn Lover

Included Material


  Lesson 1
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  Lesson 2
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course is ready when you are! It is a completely self-paced online course.
How does this work, when can I start?
After enrolling, you'll immediately receive access to all four lessons in this course to complete at your pace. You can keep the course as long as you're a member and access it across any and all devices you own!
What if I am unhappy with the course?
If you don't love your course, or the ACA is just not for you, you can cancel your subscription (which cancels your access to the course) from your account area; no hassle! Questions, support, or feedback? Send us an email anytime: [email protected]
Why is this billed as a subscription?
Subscription memberships allow the ACA to sustainably offer crochet education in a pure form; without gimmicks, fluff, or hidden agendas. We're not just offering a product, we're providing a service with actionable steps; helping crocheters to help themselves. The ACA is available every weekday with service, support, community & guidance. We are dedicated to providing a learning foundation & continuing education, with information that is accurate, current & easily accessible.

NOTE: Professional development courses (crochet instructor training, pattern writing training, technical editor training) are only available to members who are part of the Crochet Mastery membership program. Individual course sales are not automatically eligible for professional development courses.

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