From my CraftLit folks I often get questions about “how to”… fill in the blank. I decided I should get a move on and get some tutorials compiled here for y’all. So.
Crochet.

Don’t know that I agree with the arcylic recommendation (I’d just say any tightly plied yarn–no splitting) but I really like that they work you towards a product rather than just chaining forever.
Here’s Part I of the basics of crochet.

Here’s Part II of the basics of crochet.

Advanced Technique: Foundation Stitch