Crochet Crochet Reading Patterns and Charts 2

Question 1

What does 'hdc' stand for in US crochet terminology?

Accepted Answer

Half double crochet

Answer

HDC stands for half double crochet, a stitch that is taller than single crochet but shorter than double crochet.

Question 2

In a written crochet pattern, what does 'turn' at the end of a row instruct you to do?

Accepted Answer

Rotate the work so you can crochet back in the opposite direction

Answer

At the end of a flat crochet row, 'turn' tells you to flip the work so the next row begins from the opposite edge.

Question 3

What does 'dc2tog' mean in a crochet pattern?

Accepted Answer

Double crochet two stitches together as a decrease

Answer

DC2tog is a decrease that works two double crochet stitches simultaneously into separate stitches, ending with one stitch instead of two.

Question 4

What does 'sl st' stand for in a US crochet pattern?

Accepted Answer

Slip stitch

Answer

Sl st is the abbreviation for slip stitch, the shortest crochet stitch, used to join rounds, move yarn without height, and create surface decoration.

Question 5

In a crochet pattern, what does 'BLO' instruct you to do?

Accepted Answer

Insert the hook only into the back loop of the stitch

Answer

BLO stands for Back Loop Only, meaning you insert your hook under only the back strand of the top two loops of the stitch.

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