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What is "Crochet" - Definition & Explanation

Crochet
Decorative knitted looping technique with a special needle. Often made in to shawls and blankets, made popular by the 1960s hippie movement.
Crochet
The word crochet describes the process of creating fabric from a length of cord, yarn, or thread with a hooked tool.
Crochet
Series of loops made with single needle. Can be made into a
fabric.

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