Crochet handy basket crochet 2 of 2 crochet handy basket crochet scc0504002126m 17th rnd. Learning these abbreviations is the first step to knowing how to read crochet patterns. Katie baby blanket free crochet pattern two brothers. Yarn over and draw through the chain stitch and up onto the hook so that you have three loops on. Ch chain sc single crochet sc2tog single crochet 2 stitches together flosc front loop only single crochet sk skip slst slip stitch mc magic circle video tutorial gauge and size. Cc contrasting color chs chains ch refers to chain. Ch 3, 3 dc in next ch 2 space cluster, repeat from across, ending with 1 dc in top of turning ch, turn. Free crochet abbreviations guide by the crochet crowd. Crochet instructions crochet basics and crochet abbreviations. Gauge 12 sc and rows 4 10 cm holding 2 strands of yarn together. When possible the names are given for each symbol with both us and uk terminology. And many crochet terms may even seem intuitive, for example. Common knitting and crochet abbreviations better homes and.
Crochet pattern abbreviation cheatsheet ch s ch sts sc hdc dc dtr sl st inc sc2tog or dec fpsc, fphdc, fpdc bpsc, bphdc, bpdc pc o chains make a slip knot on hook, yarn over and pull yarn through loop on hook chain refers to a chain that has already been made, ex. Reading crochet patterns can be totally daunting for beginners, what with all those letters and numbers looking like hieroglyphics. Ch1 or ch2 at the start of each row does not count as a stitch from here and throughout. Ch 194, in the third ch from the hook sc, ch 2, sc sk 2 ch s, sc, ch 2, sc, repeat from across, skip next ch, ending with 1 hdc in last ch, turn. Twist ch 8 lps, starting with first skipped ch 8 on starting ch, working vertically across ch 8 lps to last row, fold first ch 8 lp left to right forming a loop. Get your free crochet abbreviations chart pdf below. Chain ch chain ch slip stitch sl st slip stitch sl st single crochet sc double crochet dc half double. Abbreviation definition abbreviation definition directional arrow magic ring slst or ss slip stitch slst slip stitch ch s chains ch s chains dc double crochet sc single crochet dc blo double crochet into back loop sc blo single crochet into back loop dc2tog double crochet 2 sts together sc2tog single crochet 2 sts together dc3tog double. Brc0334012696m velvet valentine crochet bear designed by sarah zimmerman crochet 3 of 3 velvet valentine crochet bear designed by sarah zimmerman crochet 3rd rnd. Ive also included some common crochet lingo you might.
Find the adfree pdf for the dipped lolly slippers on some of your favourite platforms. Full guide with the list of crocheting symbols, abbreviations and terms used in usa. English may be recognized as the language of the web, but crocheting uses own terms. Us size g6 4mm crochet hook, yarn needle, scissors, measuring tape. Free crochet abbreviations guide by the crochet crowd youtube.
This is one of the most common abbreviations that you will see since nearly all crochet patterns begin with chains. Reverse single crochet treat this stitch exactly like a single crochet, except that you are working into the stitch to the right of. Symbols work instructions within brackets as directed work instructions within parentheses as directed repeat the instructions following the single asterisk repeat the instructions between asterisks as many times as directed inches abbreviations alt alternate fpdc front post double crochet. Most crochet stitches appear as abbreviations to save space on the written instructions. Basic international crochet symbols how to follow a crochet. Basic international crochet symbols chapter 7 how to follow a crochet schematic. Ch 3, turn, vst in ch 1 space, skip 2 st, 3 dc in next, skip 2 st, vst in ch 1 space, skip 2 st, 3 dc in next, repeat across, dc in top of ch 3. Finish offcut yarn and weave in tails with a yarn needle.
Following is a list of crochet abbreviations used in patterns by yarn industry designers and. Sts stitches sl st slip stitch handmade with love patterns sc single crochet sc2tog single crochet together hdc half double crochet handmade with love patterns finished scarves should be 46 in width and 48 50 in length. Basic international crochet symbols how to follow a. Do you prefer to work from a crochet chart, rather than trying to make sense of crochetpattern abbreviations. Bpdc back post double crochet bpsc back post single crochet bptr back post treble crochet ca color a cb color b cc contrasting color ch chain stitch ch refers to the chain space previously made roundrow below e.
Crochet abbreviations uk and us crochet abbreviations and terminology are not the same. Ive noticed a few crochet and knitting patterns for these face mask ear savers popping up recently and thought id have a go at making one myself. If you havent seen them before, theyre used to ease discomforted caused by surgical face masks. If you do come across a period that isnt at the end of the sentence or action, its probably attached to an abbreviation thats easily confused with another word, such as in. Crochet abbreviations alt alternate approx approximately beg begin, beginning ch chain ch sp, ch sps chain space, chain spaces cm centimetres cont continue dc double crochet dec decrease, decreasing, decreased, decreases dtr double treble foll follows, following htr half treble inc increase, increasing, increased. Abbreviations chchain scsingle crochet incincrease dec. After blocking, approximately 82 from side to side and 45 from top to bottom point. As a beginner crocheter who is first learning the language of the craft, this is one of the crochet terms youll quickly remember. Crochet abbreviations alt alternate approx approximately beg begin, beginning ch chain ch sp, ch sps chain space, chain spaces cm centimetres cont continue dc double crochet dec decrease, decreasing, decreased, decreases dtr double treble foll follows, following htr half treble inc increase, increasing, increased, increases. If you are new to crochet, it may take you a bit to get used to seeing short form abbreviations in the instructions. Ch 150 loosely, turn and hdc into second ch what a pretty little crochet heart. Crochet abbreviations master list welcome to the craft yarn council. Tuscan scarf a free crochet scarf pattern christacodesign.
Some of my crochet patterns are written in uk crochet terms, but most are in both, uk and us. Nov 19, 2019 once youve chosen your pattern, sit down and look it over to make sure you fully understand what the project demands. Definition directional arrow magic ring slst or ss slip stitch slst slip stitch chs chains chs chains dc double crochet sc single crochet dc blo. Below youll find the most common written pattern crochet abbreviations in american english. Crochet spot blog archive crochet abbreviations crochet. You can continue the pattern repeat for a larger scarf. Crochet these easy dipped lolly slippers cococrochetlee. Although many crafters speak english, the majority doesnt.
Katie baby blanket free crochet pattern two brothers blankets. Easy crochet blanket pattern in all sizes marias blue. Ca color a cb color b cc contrasting color ch s chains ch refers to chain previously madeworked chsp chain space cls clusters cm centimeter cont continue d. Chillin with the peeps free crochet pattern doriyumi. Count your stitches carefully, but do not count the loop abbreviated lp on the hook, or the slip knot, which is now at the end of the row. All patterns are designed for use with size 4 medium weight yarn. Skaska laceweight yarn 228, 55% silk45% cashmere, one 100g hank, 1650 yards approximately 1400 yds used for project or similar laceweight yarn. The symbols listed below are the standard crochet symbols and abbreviations. Using brown yarn ch 15, trc in 4th ch and all remaining chs, 6 trc in final ch.
However, if you need to convert any patterns please use this table to convert crochet terms from uk to us or vice. When working the wide double crochet, be sure to crochet between the beginning ch 2 and first stitch from the previous row. Below, find more detailed explanations and tutorials on how to do the stitch for the more popular and common stitches. With a little practice and this handy crochet abbreviations chart as a reference many of the most commonly used abbreviations will become second nature to you quickly. Generally, a definition of special abbreviations is given at the beginning of a book or pattern. Crochet abbreviations master list following is a list of crochet abbreviations used in patterns by yarn industry designers and publishers. Copy of standard american crochet abbreviations my knotty hobby. Vst see special stitches in 4 th ch from hook skipped 3 ch counts as 1 dc, skip 2 ch, 1 sc in next ch, skip 2 ch, vst, ch 2, vst in next ch, skip 2 ch, 1 sc in next ch. Crochet abbreviations master list welcome to the craft yarn. Using abbreviations makes it much easier to write and follow a crochet pattern without having to write out or read out every single word. They have loads of online classes for you which cover a range of crafts from crochet to photography and until the 16th you can.
Something a lot of people have trouble with when it comes to reading patterns is understanding all the crochet abbreviations. Symbols work instructions within brackets as directed. These are the tips to get you started keep em handy and soon youll be able to read any pattern like a pro. Not all designers use the standard abbreviations all the time, so always read a pattern thoroughly, including any notes, before you begin.
Beg beginbeginning fptr front post treble crochet bet between hdc half double crochet bl back loops hk hook bo bobble inc increase. With crochet hook, draw next ch 8 lp through, twisting left over right. Using your hook, pull yarn from the skein of yarn, not your tail through your slip. In addition, designers and publishers may use special abbreviations in a pattern, which you might not find on this list. Now work the single crochet in the 2nd ch from the hook, and in each of the remaining abbreviated rem chains. Single crochetmens reversible ribbed crochet scarf that is an easy and fast scarf materials. Crochet abbreviations chart free printable petals to. Working in back loops only, 2 sc in same sp as last sl st. Ch chain sts stitches sl st slip stitch sc single crochet sc2tog single crochet together hdc half double crochet hdc2tog half double together. In a motif or on rounds, she will always be crocheting clockwise. Do you prefer to work from a crochet chart, rather than trying to make sense of crochet pattern abbreviations. Insert hook in 2nd ch from hook and draw through a lp. Gauge 5sc x 6 rows 1 inch size final gnome is about 7 inches tall.
In the era of advanced technologies, we can befriend crochet enthusiasts from across the globe. The increases are on one end of the rows to create this asymmetrical triangle shape. Freestitches used ch chain slip stitch sc singlelove this pattern. Say goodbye to crocheters bloc measurements approx 10 x 100 25. These are the term and abbreviations which i use in my patterns. Crochet abbreviations crochet abbreviations are shortened names for crochet stitches, and they are also used for actions that need to be taken in a pattern.
Ca color a cb color b cc contrasting color ch s chains ch refers to chain previously madeworked ch sp chain space cls clusters cm centimeter cont continue d. Nov 08, 2009 a ch 2 loop is probably a sc followed by ch 2 followed by sc. Crochet abbreviations master list welcome to the craft. But if you know how to break your pattern down, its much easier to decipher. Feel free to leave a comment if there are crochet abbreviations that are missing or if you need further explanation of an abbreviation. This is a treble worked around the stem of the stitch in the previous row by inserting the hook from the back of the work. It is unclear where the craft of crochet originates so it is equally unclear who is to blame for the fact that we have different terminology for crochet stitches on one side of the atlantic to the other.
Crochet abbreviations dont have periods after them in order to keep the instructions as clutterfree as possible. However, it could be something else, depending on your pattern. The adfree pdf includes a stitch chart that will help immensely if youre a visual learner. This is by no means an exhaustive list, and many of the abbreviations here can be mixed and matched together. Following is a list of crochet abbreviations used in patterns by yarn industry designers and publishers. Crochet abbreviations chart free printable petals to picots. Materials gradient yarn cake fingering weight, 3ply, 1. Crochet handy basket crochet 1 of 2 crochet handy basket crochet scc0504002126m measurements approx 10 25. A traditional granny square is made up with 3 crochet stitches.
Crochet patterns may seem daunting at first glance when you see all the unfamiliar terms and crochet abbreviations. Whether its for the stitches themselves, instructions in the pattern, or getting confused between usa and uk terms, pattern reading should be easy. Apr 27, 2017 crochet abbreviations are used in patterns. For example, youll see the abbreviation dc instead of double crochet stitch throughout a pattern. Please refer to your pattern key for any additional symbol directions. Ch 1 at the beginning of a row does not count as a stitch unless noted otherwise. Crochet instructions, including crochet abbreviations and the crochet basics and so much more. If you need a list of crochet abbreviations you came to the right place. They are mostly the same for all uk based patterns but it is important to read the notes at the beginning of each pattern you use as there may be special stitches used only in that pattern. Pull a lp through each ch, leaving them on the hook, to the end of the row. How to crochet a granny square by spincushions 2014.