CROCHET IN THE ROUND
The above foundation ring method is the
simplest and most common one you’ll find in
patterns for flat shapes, such as granny squares
or flowers.
Sometimes you’ll be asked to use this same
method to create a much longer foundation ring
(see right). This technique is handy for
crocheting tubular shapes (see far right), such
as a sleeve or cowl. With such a long chain, it’s
vital to check carefully that you haven’t twisted
it before you join it together.Double check that you haven’t twisted the chain length
LONG FOUNDATION RINGS
1
Make a chain length of 4 or 6 chains. Being
careful not to twist the chain, insert the hook
into the first stitch you made (not the slipknot).3
Gently pull the hook (and yarn) back
towards the two loops on the hook (one
loop is the stitch you inserted the hook into, the
other loop is the original working loop you had
on the hook).2
Catch the ball end of the yarn with the
hook, so the yarn wraps clockwise
around it – this is called yarn round hook
(abbreviated as yrh).4
Draw the hook and yarn through both loops
on the hook to finish the slip stitch. You’ll
see how the slip stitch has joined the first and
last chains into a foundation ring.If you’re left-handed, follow these steps to master the treble crochet stitch...
LEFT-HAND