Crochet Stitches: the Yarn Over Slip Stitch (for beginners!)

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1. You Will Need

2. Abbreviations

3. Pattern Notes

4. Video Tutorial

5. Method

I cannot knit. I have tried many times. And I have failed many times (emphasis on the many!). However, I do absolutely adore the look, texture, and softness of knitting. Nothing, in my opinion, will beat a hand-knitted jumper!

But, my fellow crocheters, do not fear, for I have a solution! Well, technically, I don't have the solution, because I didn't invent this stitch...But I will take the credit for introducing it to those of you who have never heard of it! It is called the yarn over slip stitch, and it is surprisingly simple!

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You Will Need:

• a yarn of your choice (if you are relatively new to crochet, I would recommend a chunkier yarn as it'll make it easier to see your stitches and will help with tension!)

• a corresponding crochet hook (I'm using a 4mm crochet hook).

• some scissors

• a darning needle

Abbreviations:

• ch: chain

• sl st: slip stitch

Notes:

• Tension is key when it comes to this stitch. Tight tension is the worst, and this stitch will not look as it should. If, like me, your tension does tend to be on the tighter side, try holding your yarn differently or use a tension ring (something I've recently started using!).

• The chain 1 at the beginning of each row does not count as a stitch.

If you are more of a visual learner, check out the video tutorial here on our YouTube channel!

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Method:

Foundation chain & Row 1:

1. Begin by making a slip knot. Then, chain your desired length, plus 1 extra chain (for turning).

2. We are going to begin by working in the 2nd chain from your hook. Yarn over, and insert your hook into the chain. Yarn over and pull the yarn through the chain, and straight through the 2 loops on your hook. You have made your first yarn over slip stitch!

3. Repeat this all the way along your chain until you reach the end.

4. At the end, chain 1 and turn your work (remember, this chain 1 does not count as a stitch).

Row 2:

1. We are now going to work into the back loop only of each stitch. Starting in the 1st stitch, make 1 yarn over slip stitch into the back loop only.

2. Repeat along the row until you reach the end.

3. At the end, chain 1 and turn your work.

Row 3 & Onwards:

• From here, simply repeat row 2 until you have your desired size! When you have finished, fasten off, cut your yarn, and weave in your ends.

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