Widening (adding stitches)
Widening (adding stitches)
The term ‘widening’ may refer to two kinds of activities while crocheting, namely:
Shaping a crochet piece by increases and decreases in rows
Adding stitches while...
Crocheting in the round
There are many ways to create a circular shape in crochet and this one of the basic crocheting skills, one which is useful in many situations. Many projects...
Double Crochet (US) / Treble Crochet (UK)
Double Crochet / Treble Crochet
US terms: Double Crochet (dc)
UK terms: Treble Crochet (tr)
Usually marked by a T-shaped symbol with one crossbar on the stem.
How-to:
We yarn over the thread...
Chain stitch
Chain Stitch
US terms: chain stitch (ch)
UK terms: chain stitch (ch)
This is marked by a small circle, ellipse or a dot.
A foundation chain starts off most crochet projects and...
Brief History of Crochet
The name of this hobby comes from the French word ‘crochet’, meaning ‘little hook’.
Where did crochet come from and what is its history?
The method of weaving yarn to...
Working with a crochet hook
There are various techniques of holding a crochet hook while working. Although most available instructions concern right-handed crochet, there are more and more training materials for left-handed people...
Basic Crochet Stitches
Basic crochet stitches are the entry point for other patterns. Every pattern, even the most complex, is a combination of those listed below:
Names and abbreviations of crochet stitches
US...
How to Crochet Safely
Safe crocheting is one of the most important things when you work a lot with your hands. Crocheting can have a great positive impact, especially on our mental...
Post Double Crochet (US) / Treble (UK)
This post is a part of a bigger article, so check it out here: Post Stitches.
Below you can see abbreviations, which you will find in written crochet patterns:
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