How to Crochet a Chain Stitch

Crochet is simply a pattern of interlocking loops of thread. Most patterns begin with the chain stitch, the most basic crochet stitch. Here are the steps to making a chain stitch.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• yarn
• crochet hook

1. Make a slip knot in the end of the piece of yarn.

2. Place the crochet hook through the loop of the slip knot.

3. 
   Yarn over

   With the hook through the loop of the slip knot, slip the hook under the yarn and over it so that the yarn is wrapped around the hook. This process is called YARN OVER.

4. 
   Chain stitch

   Catch the yarn with the hook. Draw it through the loop, making the first chain stitch.

5. It is important to keep the stitches the same size. They should be just loose enough for the hook to pass through easily. Always keep the thumb and index finger of the left hand near the stitch that is being made.

6. A series of chain stitches is used to form the foundation row for all types of crochet.

[AbbyNormal]

on 12/19/2008 Good article and pictures.

[georgelarson]

on 11/7/2008 Informative article. Thanks.

[bar10dr98]

on 11/7/2008 Very informative, thanks. I always wanted to learn how to crochet!

[sunshine11219]

on 11/7/2008 I LOVE TO CROCHET I STARTED AT A YOUNG AGE

[Butterfli]

on 11/7/2008 Very good pictures ... I love to crochet, but haven't in years. Maybe I will this winter. 5*