CROCHETING - Stitch Variations

Most crochet stitch patterns are made up of basic stitches. However different
effects can be created by varying slightly just one stage in the standard stitch-making
procedure, for example the position of the basic stitch and/or manner of
inserting the hook into the fabric. There are many variations and combinations
and these are usually given with the pattern.

Working under one loop only

Inserting the hook under one top loop only, either the back loop (Fig.122) or
the front loop (Fig.123), leaves the other loop exposed as a horizontal bar.
Depending upon which stitches are picked out in this way, horizontal ridges of
‘woven’ effects can be created. The fabric also tends to become more elastic.

Corded or Reversed Double Crochet

Corded double crochet is used as a decorative texture or edging. It consists
of working double crochet stitches in the ‘wrong’ direction, i.e. from left to
right for right-handers.

After a right side row do not turn.

1. Always starting with the hook facing downwards insert the hook back into
the next stitch to the right. Pull the yarn through twisting the hook to face
upwards at the same time (Fig.124).

2. Wrap the yarn and draw through to finish off the double crochet normally
(Fig.125).

3. Insert hook ready for next stitch (Fig.126).

4. The direction of working causes the stitches to twist and create the
decorative effect (Fig.127)

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