How to Single Crochet (SC)
If you’re new to crocheting or looking to refine your skills, mastering the single crochet stitch is essential. Here’s a step-by-step guide along with rave reviews from those who’ve learned and loved this fundamental stitch.
Step-by-Step Guide to Single Crochet
Start with a Slip Knot and Chain Stitch:
Create a slip knot and place it on your hook.
Yarn over (wrap the yarn over your hook from back to front) and pull through the loop on the hook. This creates your first chain stitch.
Repeat the yarn over and pull through until you have the desired number of chain stitches. This will be your foundation chain.
Insert the Hook:
Insert the hook into the second chain from the hook (skip the first chain closest to the hook).
Yarn Over:
Yarn over and pull through the chain. You now have two loops on your hook.
Complete the Stitch:
Yarn over again and pull through both loops on the hook. You have now completed one single crochet stitch.
Repeat this process across the foundation chain.
Turn Your Work:
After completing the row, chain one and turn your work to start the next row.
Insert the hook into the first stitch (under both loops of the stitch from the previous row) and repeat the single crochet process.
Continue:
Continue single crocheting rows until your piece reaches the desired length.
By following this guide, you’ll be well on your way to creating beautiful crochet pieces with the single crochet stitch. Happy crocheting!