Crochet Crochet Stitches and Patterns 2

Question 1

Which stitch is the tallest of the basic crochet stitches?

Accepted Answer

Treble crochet

Answer

The treble (triple) crochet is the tallest basic stitch, requiring two yarn overs before insertion.

Question 2

What does the abbreviation 'sc2tog' mean in a US pattern?

Accepted Answer

Single crochet two together (a decrease)

Answer

'sc2tog' means single crochet two stitches together, which decreases the stitch count by one.

Question 3

In a granny square, what forms the classic clusters?

Accepted Answer

Groups of double crochets separated by chain spaces

Answer

Traditional granny squares are built from groups of three double crochets separated by chain-1 or chain-2 spaces.

Question 4

What is a 'turning chain' used for?

Accepted Answer

To bring the yarn up to the height of the next row's stitches

Answer

A turning chain raises the working yarn to match the height of the stitches in the upcoming row.

Question 5

Which technique creates a raised, textured stitch by working around the post of a stitch?

Accepted Answer

Front post double crochet

Answer

Front post (and back post) stitches are worked around the vertical post to create raised ribbing and texture.

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