What crochet symbols mean?
A symbol chart is a visual representation of a crochet pattern. Each row or round is depicted, stitch by stitch, using symbols that represent the stitches. … You know that “sc” means single crochet and you will come to know that an x or + symbol also means single crochet.
What are the abbreviations in crochet?
Abbreviations for Basic Crochet Stitches
Abbreviation | Term |
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sc | single crochet |
dc | double crochet |
hdc | half double crochet |
tr | treble crochet or triple crochet |
What does SS mean in crochet?
Abbreviation: ss. Slip stitch is a versatile stitch that is handy for joining stitches. In this video we will show you how to create a slip stitch. This stitch is used in the José Fringe Basket Crochet Kit and the Mayan Mini Pots Crochet Kit.
What does MS mean in crochet?
maille serree (ms) half double crochet (hdc)
What is triple crochet?
A treble crochet (sometimes called triple crochet) is taller than a double crochet and is made by working two yarn overs at the start of the stitch, instead of one yarn over as for double crochet. It is abbreviated tr.
What does V mean in crochet?
The crocheted V-stitch (abbreviated V-st) is so called because it resembles, well, a V. Shell stitch (abbreviated shell) is versatile; you can find shell stitch just about anywhere. … To create a V-stitch, work 1 double crochet stitch, chain 1 stitch, and work another double crochet stitch, all for a single stitch.
What does MC mean in a crochet pattern?
How to Read Crochet Abbreviations:
Abbreviation | Meaning |
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hdc | half double crochet |
inc | increase(s)(d)(ing) |
MC | main colour |
pat | pattern |
What is Alt CH in crochet?
The alternative double crochet (ALT DC) chain is a great technique to avoid holes at the end of your double crochet projects. … Then you enter a Sc directly on top of the last stitch made, chain one, then, using the left leg of your single crochet stitch, make another single crochet.
What does LPS mean in crochet?
Also on this page:
Abbreviation | Description |
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hdc2tog | half double crochet 2 stitches together |
inc | increase |
lp | loop |
m | marker |
What does XDC mean in crochet?
The crossed double crochet stitch (xdc) is one of my personal favorite stitches.