Crochet Basic 5

Question 1

The abbreviation 'tr' or 'treble' produces what kind of stitch?

Accepted Answer

A tall stitch made with two yarn overs

Answer

A treble crochet is a tall stitch worked with two yarn overs before inserting the hook.

Question 2

What does 'dec' mean in crochet instructions?

Accepted Answer

Decrease (reduce stitch count)

Answer

'dec' means to decrease, combining stitches to reduce the total count.

Question 3

What is 'blocking' a finished crochet piece?

Accepted Answer

Wetting and shaping the piece so it holds its final form

Answer

Blocking uses moisture and pinning to set the shape and even out stitches.

Question 4

When a pattern shows stitches inside asterisks like *sc, dc*, what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Repeat the sequence between the asterisks

Answer

Asterisks mark a repeated sequence to be worked multiple times as directed.

Question 5

What is a granny square?

Accepted Answer

A classic crocheted motif worked in rounds from the center out

Answer

A granny square is a traditional square motif crocheted outward in rounds, often joined into blankets.

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