When you’re learning to crochet, yarn can feel like a language all its own. Patterns mention weights, fiber types, and brand names as if everyone already knows what they mean. This post is meant to gently take the mystery out of yarn by introducing the basic types, weights, and common terms you’ll see in crochet patterns. We won’t dive too deeply just yet—this is about building a solid foundation, so you can choose yarn with confidence and understand what patterns are asking