Crochet is a popular hobby in the United States and the world over with an estimated 10 million crochet enthusiasts. It is perhaps because it is so gratifying to create something new and beautiful from a ball of thread. The color, type, and quality of the crochet thread you use can make or break your creation so it is important to understand the types of crochet thread and their intended uses.Below are a few tips to help you choose the correct crochet thread for your project.Determine the material the thread is made of.Cotton crochet thread is the most popular and durable type of thread. It washes up easily without shrinkage and is easy to work with. Synthetic threads on the other hand are pretty to look at but difficult to work with and need special precautions to clean.Determine the type of crochet thread.There are five classifications of crochet thread. They are: worsted weight, baby or fingering, bulky, sport, and chunky. Each type has its own weight or thickness with fingering being the lightest. The term