how to crochet chain stitch

CROCHET 101 - How to crochet chain stitch

In this blog post you'll find a beginner friendly guide on how to crochet the chain stitch! The stitch is explained in text, pictures and video. The abbreviation for chain stitch is usually ch and that's probably what you'll see in different kinds of crochet patterns. This stitch is a very common foundation stitch and can be used in the beginning when crocheting a scarf for example.


chain stitch = ch


how to crochet chain stitch


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HOW TO CROCHET CHAIN STITCH FOR BEGINNER

how to crochet chain stitch

Picture 1: We'll start with an adjustable loop. Put the loop on the crochet hook.

Picture 2: Put the yarn over the crochet hook from behind.

how to crochet chain stitch

Picture 3:
Pull the yarn through the loop on your crochet hook.

Picture 4:
You have now completed your first chain stitch! Congratulations!

how to crochet chain stitch

Continue to make as many stitches as you want or as the pattern suggests.

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