Single and double crochet

How to crochet for ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS. A detailed step-by-step video tutorial on how to make the BASIC CROCHET STITCHES. The video covers the basic supplies needed for a beginner, how to hold your yarn and hook. It will demonstrate VERY SLOWLY how to make a slipknot, a chain stitch, single crochet, half double crochet , double crochet, and triple crochet stitches and finally the comparison of the basic stitches.

Looking for a stitch pattern beyond the basic stitches? The Lemon Peel Stitch is a great beginner stitch pattern to learn since you only need to know how to single crochet and double crochet. Learn how to crochet the lemon stitch with this tutorial.

How to crochet standing stitches, how to join with standing stitches, photo tutorial, video tutorial

Whether you just want to learn to crochet or are ready to learn new crochet stitches, this simple stitch is a wonderful addition to your toolbox. For this tutorial, we picked pure cotton yarn.

Yarnspirations on Instagram: "Have trouble reading crochet charts? Here's 5 basic stitches, how to do them and what symbols correspond to each! 5 Basic Stitches + Symbols How to crochet 5 basic stitches (US terms) 1) Slip Stith - slst 2) Single Crochet - sc 3) Half Double Crochet - hdc 4) Double Crochet -dc 5) Treble Crochet - tr Share this tip if you found it helpful! #Crochet #CrochetTips #Crocheters #CreateMakeShare #Yarnspo #YarnLovers #BernatYarn"

Learn how to crochet the Foundation Half Double Crochet row with this step-by-step tutorial. The FHDC is the best way to start your project if you want to get a stretchy edge! It is also fast to crochet as it combines the foundation chain and the first row of half double crochet in one single technique! Follow my detailed photo tutorial and step up your crochet game. Tap on the image in the pin to get to the tutorial!

It's time to bid farewell to your starting chain woes and say hello to this game-changer: the foundation double crochet stitch! Learn how!

How to create a straight seam when crocheting single crochet, half double crochet, or double crochet stitches in joined rounds.

You may be wondering why you need to learn double crochet. After all, amigurumi are mostly single crochet. That gives the tightest fabric with the smallest holes for the stuffing to peek through. But sometimes we need some slightly taller stitches (like on the convex side of a bendy piece) so we use half double

The half double crochet stitch is a little taller than the single crochet and smaller than the double crochet stitch. Just a few differences.

Master the Single Crochet Stitch with This Helpful Tutorial: Single Crochet Stitch Plus Several Variations of Single Crochet

Discover the secret to crochet smooth edges! The easy steps are revealed here, for crochet in rows of single crochet and half double crochet.

Ready to learn more about the turning chain for half double crochet? From the steps, materials needed and even alternative methods to start a row or round of half double crochet, this blog post has it all! When I was a beginner crocheter, I hadn't heard of many of these different techniques before so I was delighted to over the years discover that there are multiple alternatives available. Like using stacked single crochet stitches or twisting the yarn around to make the HDC without chains…

Are you looking to learn how to crochet foundation stitches? In this article, we'll take a look at everything from what foundation stitches are exactly, when they should be used over traditional chain stitches (ch) and their variations. You can also find links to step by step tutorials for crocheting the Foundation Single Crochet (FSC), Foundation Half Double Crochet (FHDC), Foundation Double Crochet (FDC) and even Foundation Treble Crochet (FTR). With plenty of helpful tips and tricks on…

Learn how to hold yarn double from one skein of yarn! Includes photo & video tutorial + free crochet patterns to practice with.

Use the stacked single crochet method to achieve straight edges in crochet every single time! This easy crochet tutorial can be applied to any stitch in order to achieve the right height with no turning chains involved. Works great both flat and in the round. #crochettutorial #crochethack #stackedsinglecrochet #chainlessstartingdoublecrochet #alternativeturningchain

Learn how to foundation single crochet, foundation half double crochet and foundation double crochet with this crochet tutorial.

The CHDC, the chainless half-double crochet foundation is the half-sister of the CSC. They're related, but this one's a little rebellious. You may have to keep a closer eye on her. But really, this is the same basic concept as the chainless single crochet, only worked with half-doubles. You'll have a little more yarning over to do, but with some focus, you can do it! Practice, practice, practice! Try playing around by making chains with both csc and chdc - for funsies. Understanding the…

Learning how to increase and decrease simple crochet stitches is a huge part of growing as a crocheter. While some people rarely use these skills, others will need them for many projects. When you double crochet increase, you will be adding one more stitch to your row or round, and you will decrease by one stitch when you double crochet decrease. If you know how to double crochet already, then these skills should be easy for you to learn and incorporate into your stitching.