Note: while I try hard not to break links, and so the following will still function, this page is no longer being maintained. See the Craft-by-Craft Contents for the status quo.
Pages under this header are aimed at beginners (at the particular craft, at least – crazy quilting assumes you have basic knowledge of both machine- ands hand-sewing).
My Learn Crochet series has illustrations and practice patterns, and links out to more, including videos.
I also have a page with suggested resources to learn hand embroidery, including patterns.
You can also specifically learn crochet granny squares: how-to, uses, and modifications.
Or, in the sewing and embroidery realm, crazy quilting: the page has design inspiration, piecing and embroidery methods, and projects.