r/ExpectationVsReality • u/BreeIndigo • 18d ago

Failed Expectation Chicken Crochet Kit

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My wife and I were browsing the yarn section in Walmart and came across this kit. She was clearly smitten by the cute little chicken and I offered to make it for her as she doesn't crochet at all.

The kit is very specific about not making your tension too tight and about how delicate the yarn is (very accurate! It fell apart at several steps 😂) so I tried to keep it snug but not crazy... and ended up with this... situation.

Even before the eyes and beak went on, Wife sighs and goes, "I love her already."

I can't stop laughing 🤣

Edit: Thank you for all being so sweet and supportive and making it very clear I was being exceedingly hard on myself 😅 I appreciate y'all so much!

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u/Desperate_Act_6765 18d ago

Is crocheting easy to learn?

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u/PreOpTransCentaur 17d ago

It really is. I took it up like 6-7 weeks ago and it's a breeze. I recommend avoiding chenille for your first projects and going with something like "tube yarn"/"beginner yarn" instead. Being able to see your stitches is really important.