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A quick reference for the stitches you use all the time.

Compare height, texture, and ideal uses for each stitch. Every card shows three frames to visualize the movement.

Essential stitches
Essential stitches

Follow the three mini frames on each card to track the hook from setup to finish.

Chain stitch

The rhythm-setting foundation that builds a neat edge before the first row of stitches.

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Slip stitch

A nearly invisible join for closing rounds, moving sideways, or adding subtle surface details.

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Single crochet

Creates dense, sturdy fabric—ideal for toys, baskets, and any make that needs structure.

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Half double crochet

Adds height with just enough density—great for cozy ribbing and soft baby garments.

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Double crochet

Creates fluid fabric with visible posts—classic for garments, shawls, and openwork textures.

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Treble crochet

Tall and airy with dramatic drape—perfect for lace panels and fast-growing blankets.

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Practice ideas

  • Crochet swatches at least 15 stitches wide to feel the rhythm before you switch techniques.
  • Try different hook sizes with the same stitch to notice changes in drape and tension.
  • Alternate two stitches in back-to-back rows to understand how their heights stack.

Keep a notebook handy for hook size, yarn, and stitch counts.