A double crochet decrease (dcdec) is a technique that is used to join two double crochet stitches together to make one double crochet stitch. The term double crochet two together (dc2tog) is also used to describe this same technique. Both terms, double crochet decrease and double crochet two together, mean the same thing and can… Continue reading How to Double Crochet Decrease (dcdec)
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How to Half Double Crochet Decrease (hdcdec)
A half double crochet decrease (hdcdec) is a technique that is used to join two half double crochet stitches together to make one half double crochet stitch. The term half double crochet two together (hdc2tog) is also used to describe this same technique. Both terms, half double crochet decrease and half double crochet two together,… Continue reading How to Half Double Crochet Decrease (hdcdec)
How to Single Crochet Decrease (scdec)
A single crochet decrease (scdec) is a technique that is used to join two single crochet stitches together to make one single crochet stitch. The term single crochet two together (sc2tog) is also used to describe this same technique. Both terms, single crochet decrease and single crochet two together, mean the same thing and can… Continue reading How to Single Crochet Decrease (scdec)
Beginner Crochet: Three Methods to Start Working in-the-Round
Working in-the-round simply means to crochet in a circular pattern instead of back and forth in rows. This technique is used to crochet things such as Amigurumi, the Japanese art form of crocheting and knitting stuffed dolls/animals. Working in-the-round is not limited to just crocheting amigurumi, but is used to make a wide array of… Continue reading Beginner Crochet: Three Methods to Start Working in-the-Round
Beginner Crochet: How to Triple Crochet (tr) (US)
A triple crochet (tr) is a basic crochet stitch. In regard to stitch height, the triple crochet is the next size up from a double crochet. Typically, a chain four will start off a row/round of triple crochet. This tutorial provides instructions along with images to explain how to triple crochet from a chain row… Continue reading Beginner Crochet: How to Triple Crochet (tr) (US)
Beginner Crochet: How to Double Crochet (dc) (US)
A double crochet (dc) is a basic crochet stitch that is encountered often in crochet. In regard to stitch height, the double crochet is the next size up from a half double crochet. Typically, a chain three will start off a row/round of double crochet. This tutorial provides instructions along with images to explain how… Continue reading Beginner Crochet: How to Double Crochet (dc) (US)
Beginner Crochet: How to Half Double Crochet (hdc) (us)
A half double crochet (hdc) is a basic crochet stitch that is encountered often in crochet. In regard to stitch height, the half double crochet is the next size up from a single crochet. Typically, a chain two will start off a row/round of half double crochet. This tutorial provides instructions along with images to… Continue reading Beginner Crochet: How to Half Double Crochet (hdc) (us)
Beginner Crochet: How to Single Crochet (sc) (US)
A single crochet (sc) is a simple, basic stitch that is used often in crochet. The single crochet is a popular go-to stitch for beginners to start with when learning how to crochet. This tutorial provides instructions along with images to explain how to single crochet from a chain row and how to single crochet… Continue reading Beginner Crochet: How to Single Crochet (sc) (US)
Beginner Crochet: How to Crochet a Chain (ch)
A crochet chain (ch) stitch is a simple, basic stitch that is encountered often in crochet. This stitch is used as a foundation to start many crochet projects. The chain stitch can be used throughout a crochet project to start a new row/round, or part of a stitch variation. The process of making chain stitches… Continue reading Beginner Crochet: How to Crochet a Chain (ch)
Beginner Crochet: How to Make a Slip Knot
A crochet slip knot is used as a starting point in the majority of crochet projects. The slip knot consists of a tail, knot and an adjustable loop. A crochet hook is inserted into the loop of the slip knot. Pulling on the tail of the slip knot will adjust its loop to fit onto… Continue reading Beginner Crochet: How to Make a Slip Knot
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