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14 March Knitting and Crochet Digest

Basic Crochet Instructions

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Susan
Susan
Mar 11, 2020 10:51 PM
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Understanding the Basics of Crochet: Stitches and Techniques for Beginners
Understanding the Basics of Crochet: Stitches and Techniques for Beginners
Understanding the Basics of Crochet: Stitches and Techniques for Beginners

Understanding Stitch Quantities

The quantity of stitches (sts) is 4 sts + 2 selvedge sts.

Row Instructions

1st Row

All single crochets.

2nd Row

Slip 1 st, then make 3 double crochets. Make a yarn over and pin it into the first slipped st. Draw the yarn in order to form a free st and crochet as a single crochet.

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