As you dive deeper into the art of crochet, you’ll realize that there is a unique insider language filled with abbreviations that can be confusing at first. Fear not! Use this free printable to help you read crochet abbreviations on patterns – before long you’ll know them all by heart.
Before you print the crochet abbreviations printable, let’s refresh with a basic understanding of the most common stitches you’ll see in the majority of your patterns.
Common Crochet Abbreviations:
- Ch: Chain
- The foundation of most crochet projects, the chain stitch is abbreviated as “ch.” It creates the starting point for your project.
- Sc: Single Crochet
- A fundamental stitch, the single crochet is abbreviated as “sc.” It creates a tight and dense fabric, perfect for various projects.
- Dc: Double Crochet
- Double crochet is abbreviated as “dc” and is taller than the single crochet. It is a versatile stitch used for creating open and airy designs.
- Hdc: Half Double Crochet
- Falling between the single and double crochet in height, the half double crochet is abbreviated as “hdc.” It combines the best of both stitches for a balanced fabric.
- Sl St: Slip Stitch
- The slip stitch, abbreviated as “sl st,” is a simple stitch used to join rounds, create smooth edges, or move across the fabric without adding height.
- Inc: Increase
- When a pattern instructs you to “inc,” it means to increase the number of stitches in a particular round or row, often denoted as adding more stitches to a single stitch.
- Dec: Decrease
- Conversely, “dec” stands for decrease, indicating a reduction in the number of stitches. This is commonly used to shape projects.
Reading Patterns with crochet abbreviations:
Now that you’re familiar with some common crochet abbreviations, print the crochet abbreviations printable and keep it with your yarn stash or pattern so you can quickly reference it as needed. Simply enter your name and email in the form below.
