Crafting With Missy

Working Under One Loop Working under one loop produces a ribbed effect and a more open pattern then is achieved with the usual technique (that is, inserting the hook under two loops). You can check out my video tutorial to see how to do this technique. To work under the back loop only, insert hook front to back through the back loop with a downward motion, catch the yarn, draw up a loop and complete the stitch. To work under the front loop only, insert hook front to back through the front loop with an upward motion, catch the yarn, draw up a loop and complete the stitch.

  Basic Crochet Stitches   All crochet stitches are formations of interlocking loops. To work these loops, the hook is held in one hand and the yarn is tensioned in the other, while the hand holding the yarn also supports the work where the hook enters it.  You can check out my video tutorial to see how to create these basic crochet stitches. Chain Stitch (ch st) The chain stitch (ch st) is used to form the first row of crochet, and is an integral part of many pattern stitches as well. As the foundation, it should be formed loosely enough that the hook can enter each chain easily, and the edge of the work will not draw in. To start chain, make a slip knot about 6" from the yarn end; insert hook right to left. Pulling both yarn ends, draw in the loop until it is close to the hook, but not to tight. Wrap ball end of yarn around little finger of left hand, take it under fourth and third fingers, then over top of index finger, leaving about 2" of yar...