Single Crochet

Single Crochet

Short and dense, single crochet is one of the most used stitches, as well as one of the simplest to make. You will get plenty of enjoyment and satisfaction while working with single crochet.

Single Crochet abbreviation: sc

Symbol: x or +

Height: One (1) chain stitch

Description: One of the most popular stitches; short stitch; front of stitch looks like a v & stitch back looks like a pi sign; no gaps between stitches

Common uses: Clothing; toys; amigurumi; blankets

Abbreviations

sc = single crochet

ch = chain stitch

hk = hook

st = stitch

yo = yarn over

lp(s) = loop(s)

8 ch insert ch

To do a sc into a ch, insert hk into st

2 m1st yo

Yo and pull through st

Yo and pull through 2 lps on hk

Completed single crochet!

 

ROW 1

If this is your 1st sc on your ch row, remember to sc in 2nd ch from hk.

Repeat across.

ROW 2 and so on...

If this is the first sc on your 2nd row, ch 1 and turn.

Then, insert hk into top of last sc on previous row.

 

Now, repeat steps for single crochet from beginning.