What does ch-1 sp mean in crocheting?
Or partially written out as ch-1 space, etc. Ch-sp means that, when crocheting a chain, you will skip a stitch and work into the next. Then, in the next row, you will work into that space in the chain above.
What does sc in next 2 st mean?
For some patterns ‘2 sc’ means ‘make 1 single crochet into the next 2 stitches’, but for others it means ‘make 2 single crochet stitches into the next stitch’. The pattern is indicating how many MORE times you need to repeat the sequence of stitches after already crocheting the sequence once.
What does CH 2 SP mean in crochet?
Ch-2 sp means chain-2 space OR the space/hole created by a chain-2 from the previous row. All you need to do when you get to that part is to insert your crochet hook into the hole (vs. the top of a stitch) and work your dc.
What does SC mean on yarn?
Single crochet is the most common basic crochet stitch that will result in fabric. It is abbreviated sc.
How do you calculate ch 1 space?
The post of each single crochet consists of 2 ‘legs’ or posts on the front of your work, and 2 ‘legs’ or posts on the back. When you pull on your work like this, you will see that one of the back vertical posts stretches diagonally. The space to the right of this back vertical post is your ch-1 space.
What does SK mean in crochet?
skip
The crochet abbreviation sk stands for “skip” or “skipping a stitch.” Typically, in crochet, you work your next stitch into the next available space. However, if a crochet pattern asks you to “sk” then you aren’t going to do that. Instead, you will work the instructions up to the point where the skip is commanded.
What does SC mean in crocheting?
Single crochet
Single crochet is the shortest and most basic of all stitches. Remember, you will never work in the first chain from the crochet hook, unless the pattern you are working specifically directs you to do so.