Mastering the Long Chain Stitch in Crochet

Introduction to Long Chain Stitch

Make a long chain stitch and catch the working thread with a hook (see the picture below).

Drawing and Inserting the Hook

Draw a stitch and insert your hook in the second thread, catch the working thread and pull out both stitches.

Crocheting the Stitches Together

Crochet both stitches on the hook together as one stitch (see the picture below).

Starting the First Pattern

Start with the first pattern - pull out the drawn stitch...

Fixing the Stitches

When you get the desired length of the first row, after the final single crochet, insert the hook under both stitches of the bottom row and crochet a fixing single crochet.

Finalizing Your Work

Draw a long stitch after the fixing knot and fasten it with the next stitch in one knot, single crochet.