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How to Crochet a Chain Stitch

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Crochet a Chain Stitch
Crochet a Chain Stitch

Most crochet patterns begin with a row of these simple stitches as a foundation to work more complex stitches in subsequent rows.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Crochet Patterns
  • Knitting Gauge Rulers
  • Ring Markers
  • Crochet Hooks
  • Crochet Thread
  • Row Counter
  • Yarns
  • Scissors
  • Scissors
  1. Step 1

    Start about 6 inches from the end of the yarn. Make a slip knot - a loose single knot with a loop just large enough to slip the hook through - around the hook.

  2. Step 2

    Wrap the yarn over the hook from back to front between the hook end and the knot.

  3. Step 3

    Draw the yarn through the loop.

  4. Step 4

    Repeat to make the number of stitches specified in your pattern instructions.

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on 6/3/2009 Great pictures!

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on 3/24/2009 excellent

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