How to End a Row of Crochet Stitches

After completing your crochet project, why gum it up with a bulky knot? Here's how to fasten your work neatly.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Crochet Hooks
• Tapestry Needles
• Ring Markers
• Yarns
• Crochet Thread
• Scissors
• Row Counter

1. 

   Draw yarn through last loop.

2. 

   Pull last stitch tight.

3. 

   Cut yarn 3 to 6 inches from stitch.

4. 

   Weave loose yarn through back of work with a tapestry needle.

5. 

   Clip excess yarn.

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on 6/5/2009 I just finished an afghan and need some ideas on how to pull loose ends where I've joined different colors throughout through so they don't come back out when it if washed and dryed. (I cut them a little short!!!) Weaving them in won't work. Up for ideas???