A Comprehensive Guide To Crochet Terms + Video Tutorials!
1. Chain (ch): Basic crochet stitch forming a series of loops. [Video]
2. Slip Knot: The initial knot to begin crocheting. [Video]
3. Single Crochet (sc): A simple, compact crochet stitch. [Video]
4. Double Crochet (dc): A taller stitch, double the height of a single crochet. [Video]
5. Treble Crochet (tr): A long, tall stitch, triple the height of a single crochet. [Video]
6. Half Double Crochet (hdc): A stitch that is between a single and a double crochet in height. [Video]
7. Slip Stitch (sl st): A method to join stitches, often used to close rounds. [Video]
8. Yarn Over (yo): Wrapping the yarn over the crochet hook. [Video]
9. Magic Circle/Ring: A technique for starting projects in the round without a hole. [Video]
10. Turning Chain: Extra chain stitches made to lift the height of the next row. [Video]
11. Front Loop (fl): Crocheting only into the front loop of a stitch for a ribbed texture. [Video]
12. Back Loop (bl): Crocheting only into the back loop of a stitch for a ridged texture. [Video]
13. Skip (sk): Missing a stitch or stitches according to the pattern. [Video]
14. Gauge: The number of stitches per inch, important for sizing. [Video]
15. Increase: Adding stitches to make a row wider. [Video]
16. Decrease: Removing stitches to make a row narrower. [Video]
17. Fasten Off: Cutting the yarn and weaving in ends to secure your work. [Video]
18. Stitch Marker: A tool to mark a specific spot in your pattern. [Video]
19. Cluster Stitch: Several stitches worked together in one stitch space. [Video]
20. Bobble Stitch: A puffy, textured stitch made by partially completing several stitches together in one spot. [Video]
21. Popcorn Stitch: A stitch creating a pop or bulge, similar to a bobble stitch. [Video]
22. Shell Stitch: Multiple stitches worked into one stitch to create a shell-like pattern. [Video]
23. Picot: A small loop often used for edging. [Video]
24. Work in the Round: Crocheting in a circular pattern, often used for hats, doilies, etc. [Video]
25. Blocking: The process of shaping finished crochet pieces, often using water or steam. [Video]
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