The 10 stitches every crocheter should master:
1. Slip knot — Your starting point for every project.
2. Chain stitch (ch) — The foundation chain. Used to start projects and create length.
3. Slip stitch (sl st) — Joins rounds and moves yarn without adding height.
4. Single crochet (sc) — Short, dense stitch. Great for amigurumi and dishcloths.
5. Half double crochet (hdc) — Slightly taller than single crochet. Soft and fast for blankets.
6. Double crochet (dc) — The workhorse stitch. Twice as tall as single crochet, used everywhere.
7. Treble crochet (tr) — Tall, open stitch. Great for lacy patterns.
8. Magic ring — The best way to start working in the round without a hole in the center.
9. Increase (inc) — Two stitches in the same stitch. Widens your work.
10. Decrease (dec) — Two stitches crocheted together. Narrows your work.
Master these and you can tackle 90% of patterns you'll find online. Woolsy's beginner guide walks you through each one with clear visuals.
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