Crochet Stitches Visual Encyclopedia

270 Crochet Stitches Visual Encyclopedia

Symbols

sl st

dc

sc

hdc

dtr

ch

tr

triple tr

quad tr

Basic Stitches Cluster Stitches Special Stitches Tunisian Stitches

esc

dc2tog

sc2tog

FPdc

BPdc

esk

msk

linked dc

fsc

3dc-cl sc spike

2dc-cl

4dc-cl

3hdc-cl

2tr-cl

pop

2hdc-cl

3tr-cl

Tss

Tps

Tss dec

Tes

twisted st

Tdc

Tss bet sts

chain

Tss shell

Tks

dc cluster

Tss in top bar

slipped st

Stitch Pattern Repeat The stitches highlighted in gray in

the charts, are duplicated on the same row to create the

stitch pattern.

Turning Chain (t-ch) The turning chain is the beginning

of every row or round, whether it is one or five chains. The

turning chain always counts as a stitch in the row or round,

unless it is before a single crochet.

Crochet Techniques

Adjustable Ring Make a large loop with the yarn crossing

the end of the yarn over the working strand. Holding the

loop with your fingers, insert the hook into the loop and

pull the working strand through. Chain 1 to lock the loop.

Continue to work the indicated number of stitches into the

loop. Pull on the strand’s end to close the loop.

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