Slip stitches (st's for short) are very useful stitches in crochet. Learn how to do one here.
Steps
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Begin your crochet work. Work until you need to make your slip stitch.
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Insert your hook into the indicated loop(s) or space.
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Put yarn over your hook. Make sure it is not too tight.
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Pull your hook into both loops on your hook. One crochet slip stitch created.
Tips
- Slip stitches are very versatile. You can use them to join rounds, or as a very short stitch for shaping.
- It is very common to make slip stitches too tight. Make them looser than you think they should be for consistency in your crochet work. You may even want to switch to a larger hook, just for your slip stitches.
Things You'll Need
- Yarn
- Crochet hook
