When we first learn to work the double crochet stitch in rows, we learn one of the two following methods: Chain 2 (does not count as a stitch), work the first dc in the first st. Chain 3 (counts as first dc), work the first dc in the next st. While these methods are great when we’re…
Crochet Stitch Tutorial
Learn How to Make Crochet Rope Handles
There are several different ways that you can crochet handles for bags, but unfortunately, many of these styles have a lot more stretch to them than preferred. You can adjust your hook size, crochet with a tighter tension, and even sew a ribbon onto the back of the handle to try and keep it from…
How to Crochet the Inverse Single Crochet Stitch
The single crochet stitch is one of the most basic stitches we use in crochet. It is a great stitch to use when you want a denser fabric, such as when making a crocheted bag. Even though the single crochet stitch is a basic stitch, it is far from boring! You can change the look…
Learn to Crochet the Alternate Double Crochet Cluster Stitch
When we first learn to work the double crochet cluster stitch, we learn to begin the first cluster stitch of the row with either a chain 2 or a chain 3. While these methods are great when we’re first learning, eventually we begin to notice that both of them cause unsightly gaps in our work…
Learn to Crochet the 2 Double Crochet Cluster Stitch
Cluster stitches can be created using 2 or more stitches and several different basic stitches. They are worked in a similar fashion as stitches where you’d work 2 together (think of them as a relative to a 2 tog stitch), but the difference between a cluster stitch and a stitch worked 2 together is that…
How to Crochet Spike Stitch – Step-by-Step Tutorial
The crochet spike stitch is a super simple stitch that is used to add visual interest to projects. You may have also seen it referred to as a long single crochet or elongated single crochet. It is worked like a regular single crochet with the exception of where you place your hook to begin the…