Crochet Techniques 2

Question 1

What technique creates a raised, textured column by working stitches around the post of a stitch from the front?

Accepted Answer

Front post stitch

Answer

A front post stitch is worked around the post rather than into the top loops, creating raised texture.

Question 2

Which method is used to join a new color or yarn seamlessly mid-project?

Accepted Answer

Standard yarn-over join on the last pull-through

Answer

You pull the new yarn through on the final yarn-over of the last stitch for a clean color change.

Question 3

What does 'working in the back loop only' (BLO) produce?

Accepted Answer

A ribbed or ridged texture

Answer

BLO leaves the front loop exposed, creating a ridged, ribbed effect.

Question 4

The magic ring (magic circle) technique is primarily used to:

Accepted Answer

Start crocheting in the round with a closable center

Answer

A magic ring lets you cinch the center hole closed after starting rounds.

Question 5

To increase in amigurumi, you typically:

Accepted Answer

Work two stitches into the same stitch

Answer

An increase is made by placing two stitches into a single stitch.

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