Crochet Techniques 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: The invisible decrease in amigurumi is preferred because it:
- Adds bulk
- Reduces gaps and leaves a neater surface (Correct answer)
- Is faster only
- Uses less yarn
Correct answer: Reduces gaps and leaves a neater surface
The invisible decrease works through front loops to minimize visible holes.
Question 2: What technique lets you crochet a flat, seamless tube such as a sock toe?
- Rows turned each time
- Working continuous rounds in a spiral (Correct answer)
- Slip stitch chains
- Filet mesh
Correct answer: Working continuous rounds in a spiral
Continuous spiral rounds avoid a seam by never joining or turning.
Question 3: The 'yarn over' versus 'yarn under' distinction mainly affects:
- Color
- The tension and appearance of each stitch's V (Correct answer)
- The hook size needed
- The row count
Correct answer: The tension and appearance of each stitch's V
Yarn under twists the stitch, altering tension and the look of the loops.
Question 4: Tapestry crochet is a technique for:
- Making lace holes
- Carrying multiple colors to create patterns (Correct answer)
- Adding fringe
- Blocking edges
Correct answer: Carrying multiple colors to create patterns
Tapestry crochet carries unused colors inside stitches to form color patterns.
Question 5: The 'join as you go' method is used mainly when making:
- Amigurumi spheres
- Motifs or granny squares connected while crocheting (Correct answer)
- Foundation chains
- Ribbing
Correct answer: Motifs or granny squares connected while crocheting
Join-as-you-go connects motifs during the final round, avoiding later sewing.
Question 6: Why might you use a stitch marker in continuous rounds?
- To change color
- To mark the first stitch of each round (Correct answer)
- To increase gauge
- To block the piece
Correct answer: To mark the first stitch of each round
A marker tracks the round's start since spirals have no obvious seam.
Question 7: The surface crochet technique adds:
- Internal stuffing
- Decorative stitches worked on top of finished fabric (Correct answer)
- A stretchier edge
- A closed center
Correct answer: Decorative stitches worked on top of finished fabric
Surface crochet applies slip stitches over existing fabric for decoration.
Crochet Techniques 3
The invisible decrease in amigurumi is preferred because it: