Stitch Quick Reference
Visual step-by-step reference for the included common stitches, with yarn overs, pull-throughs, loop counts, and turning-chain notes.
Review the included common stitches with step-by-step yarn movements and loop counts.
Using the stitch quick reference
Review the included common stitches with step-by-step yarn movements and loop counts.
Scope of this tool
This is a limited technique reference, not a complete pattern or a guarantee of gauge. Stitch height, tension, and yarn consumption depend on the actual work.
Method and reference
The reference counts yarn-over and pull-through operations across the displayed stitch steps, including the initial pull-up. The crochet terminology is US unless a UK equivalent is explicitly shown.
Stitch Quick Reference Guide
How to Use the Stitch Reference
Step-by-Step Stitch Instructions and Diagrams
16 stitches. Tap any card to expand the full step-by-step.
How to use it
Select a stitch, then follow the ordered steps and check the loops on the hook.
Follow the actual pattern for turning chains and whether they count as stitches.
Read the result
This is a limited technique reference, not a complete pattern or a guarantee of gauge. Stitch height, tension, and yarn consumption depend on the actual work.
Check before using the result
- ✓Follow the exact pattern and product instructions.
- ✓Make a representative swatch or sample when fit, dimensions, or material behavior matters.
Worked Example
In the displayed US treble crochet steps, two initial yarn overs, one pull-up yarn over, and three pull-through yarn overs total six yarn-over operations.
References and Industry Standards
- Craft Yarn Council, Yarn Weight System, Industry-standard yarn weight categories and gauge ranges
- Craft Yarn Council, Needle & Hook Sizes, Standard sizing charts for knitting needles and crochet hooks
- Ravelry, Yarn database, pattern library, and community for fiber artists
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Abbreviations
Search the included knitting and crochet abbreviations with US/UK references and selected step-by-step notes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many yarn overs are in a double crochet?
A double crochet uses 4 total yarn overs: 1 before inserting the hook, 1 when pulling up the loop, and 2 more during the two pull-through-2 steps. The initial YO before inserting is what gives DC its height.
What is the turning chain for each crochet stitch?
SC = 1 chain, HDC = 2 chains, DC = 3 chains, TR = 4 chains, DTR = 5 chains. The turning chain number matches the stitch height.
What is the difference between front post and regular double crochet?
The only difference is where you insert the hook. Regular DC goes into the top loops. Front post DC (FPdc) goes around the vertical post of the stitch below. The yarn overs and pull-throughs are identical.
Why does HDC feel different from other stitches?
HDC is the one exception to the crochet pattern. Instead of pulling through 2 loops repeatedly, you pull through all 3 loops at once. This gives it a distinctive third horizontal bar at the top.
What is the difference between SSK and K2tog?
Both reduce 2 stitches to 1. K2tog leans right, insert through 2 stitches and knit. SSK leans left, slip 2 knitwise, then knit together through back loops. Use them as mirrors for symmetrical shaping.
How do I count loops on my hook to check for mistakes?
After pulling up a loop: SC has 2 loops, HDC has 3, DC has 3, TR has 4. Each pull-through-2 step removes one loop. If your count is wrong, you missed a yarn over or pulled through too many.
Keep your place while you work
Use the FiberTools stitch counter for rows, rounds, repeats, and local project notes.