Crochet Technique and Stitch Tutorials
Tutorials for crochet techniques and stitches, not entire patterns.
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How to Crochet the Flower Stitch
Learn how to crochet the flower stitch! Make 3-dimensional flowers that pop up off your fabric, and see some ways to customize them for different looks. The stitch starts and ends in the same place, so you can make a whole row or round of flowers without needing to cut your yarn for each one.
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Single Crochet 2 Together Decrease (Sc2tog)
Decreases create shaping and curves in your crochet projects. Learn how to decrease from 2 stitches to 1, with a single crochet 2 together stitch. This stitch is abbreviated as sc2tog.
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Invisible Join for Crocheting in the Round
Make your final round flawless! Joining your last round to finish a crochet project can leave an unsightly bump. The invisible join technique eliminates the bump for a smooth, seamless finish.
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Chainless Starting Double Crochet (csdc)
Straighten your double crochet rows with the chainless starting double crochet (csdc) stitch. Eliminate those floppy edges and gaps by starting your row with a stitch that looks just like a normal double crochet. No turning chains needed!
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How to Start a Crochet Circle – 3 Ways
Learn how to start a crochet circle with a ring of chains, a magic circle, or by working into a chain. All of these three methods work out to be more similar than you might think!
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Reversible Crochet Ribbing in 2 Colors
Create reversible crochet ribbing with a different look on each side! Worked in the round, this technique is perfect for hats, mitts, and cuffs. The video version of the tutorial also shows how it can be worked flat. I used this reversible crochet ribbing on my Two Way Toque pattern.
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Tunisian Reverse Stitch Crochet Tutorial
With it's thick, bumpy texture, Tunisian reverse stitch is a great tool to have in your crochet toolbox. This stitch is worked from the back, and does not curl as much as others. Working on the opposite side of the fabric takes a little time to get used to, but once you have you'll love the textures it can create!
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Tunisian Knit Stitch Crochet Tutorial
Create the appearance of knitted stockinette stitch in crochet, with the Tunisian knit stitch! Once you've learned the Tunisian simple stitch, the knit stitch is easy to learn. It's simply a variation in where you place your hook.
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Tunisian Simple Stitch Crochet Tutorial
Tunisian crochet is often described as a cross between regular crochet and knitting. This easy to learn technique can create unique textures and patterns. The Tunisian simple stitch (tss) is one of the most basic and commonly used stitches in Tunisian crochet.
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Tunisian Foundation Row Crochet Tutorial
Welcome to the world of Tunisian crochet! A cross between regular crochet and knitting, this technique can create unique textures and patterns. Lace and other complicated designs may start differently. But most basic designs will start with this Tunisian foundation row.
