If you see an (inc) in a crochet pattern, you’ll need to increase stitch. This tutorial shows you how to add extra stitches to your piece.
Step-By-Step Instructions
To make an increase stitch, you’ll need to place two single crochets into the next stitch. The pictures and directions below will show you how.
1) Place your hook into the next stitch.
2) Yarn over and pull up a loop.
3) You should now have two loops on your hook.
4) Yarn over and pull through both loops. This is one single crochet.
5) To increase, insert your hook into the same spot again.
6) Pull up a loop.
7) Yarn over and pull through both loops.
8) You now have two single crochets in one spot, completing your increase stitch.
Projects You Can Make With Increase Stitch
The increase stitch is used in many crochet projects to make them bigger. Here are a few to try:
- Amigurumi
- Coasters
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Baskets
- Placemats
- Pillows
Common Questions
Do You Always Do A Single Crochet To Increase Stitch?
While single crochet increases are common, your pattern might call for a half double crochet increase (Hdc Inc) or a double crochet increase (Dc Inc) instead. The critical thing to remember is that with an increase, you make two of the same stitches in the same spot.
What Does Increase Mean In Crochet?
When a crochet pattern calls for an increase, you must make it bigger. You accomplish this by repeating the same stitch in the same hole.
