Lesson 9: Double Crochet (dc)

Double crochet, like the single crochet, builds on a foundation chain as a base. However double crochet has extra height because extra loops are worked off the hook.

Foundation Chain and First Row

For a practice swatch of 12 stitches, make a foundation chain of 14 stitches. Holding the foundation chain with the front facing you, yarn over and put the hook into the fourth chain from the hook.

Lesson 8: Half Double Crochet (hdc)

The first few steps for making this stitch are just like the double crochet. That's why it is called half-double crochet.

Foundation Chain and First Row

For a practice swatch of 12 stitches, make a foundation chain of 14 stitches. Holding the foundation chain with the front facing you, yarn over and put the hook into the third chain from the hook.

Lesson 7: Single Crochet (sc)

Single crochet, like the chain stitch, is made by using the hook to form loops of yarn. However, single crochet uses (and builds on) a foundation chain as a base.

Lesson 6: Chain Stitch (ch)

Almost every crochet project begins with a foundation chain. The stitches look like a chain, therefore the name. You will build row upon row of stitches on this foundation chain.
First, make a slip knot.

Lesson 5: Making the Foundation Chain

Almost every crochet project begins with a foundation chain. The stitches

Lesson 4: Yarn Over (yo) Explained

Catching the yarn with the hook is part of every crochet stitch. Bring the yarn over the top of the hook,

Lesson 3: Holding the Yarn

Here's one way to hold the yarn. Feel free, however, to do what feels right for you. Holding the slip knot in your right hand,

Lesson 2: Making the Slip Knot

The first step in crochet is to make a slip knot. Making a pretzel shape with the yarn, slip your hook into the pretzel. (D3)

Lesson 1: Holding the Hook

There are two common ways to hold a crochet hook.
The first is to hold the hook between your thumb and index finger like a pencil. (D1)

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